Our all inclusive cruise, will take you along the River Garonne, Gironde Estuary and the Dordogne River,a brilliant way to see the country and visit the vineyards that produce all the great Bordeaux wines. The cruise includes tours in our private air conditioned coach to prestigious chateaux. These excursions always ends with a tasting which is essential for understanding what Bordeaux wines are all about, learning their secrets, and delving into their history.
On board the Mirabelle you will discover each day the gastronomic wonders of the South West France with such delights as foie gras, duck confit, magret, Oysters etc. The cruise will take you through the five major Bordeaux wine districts in keeping with the ebb and flow of the tides. These rivers forms the only boundary shared by all five regions and provides a unique way of seeing the entire wine country during six stopovers – an ideal introduction to Bordeaux wines.
The cruise will also enable you to discover the area's outstanding architectural heritage reflecting centuries of history. This includes ancient fortified castles, superb Romanesque churches, prehistoric caves, and unique Gallo-Roman sites. You will have time as well to stroll around charming cities and villages,investigate open-air markets featuring wonderful local produce and enjoy shopping in a wide variety of boutiques.
Located in southwest France, the huge Aquitaine region features multiple places of interest including several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the city of Bordeaux, the town of Saint-Emilion and its vineyards, and the Vauban fortress in Blaye. Furthermore, the region's vast pine forests and sandy beaches are world-famous.
All our tours reflect the very best of south West France - fine food and wines, cultural activities, and the immense pleasure of sailing through beautiful scenery.
Aquitaine Croisieres - Lieu-dit la Pacheyre
33190 BASSANNE (Bordeaux - Sud-Ouest - France)