From the French Basque Country to Bordeaux - Fine French cuisine at the foot of the Pyrenees and an escapade in the Gironde (port-to-port cruise)

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Duration

7 Days

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Next Departure

11-Oct-2025

Starting at

± USD 1,928.00

Price per day

± USD 252.00

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Croisi Europe

Operator: Croisi Europe
Ship: MS Cyrano de Bergerac
Tour: From the French Basque Country to Bordeaux - Fine French cuisine at the foot of the Pyrenees and an escapade in the Gironde (port-to-port cruise)
Itinerary

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Summary

Dive into the French Basque experience before a cruise on the Garonne and Gironde Rivers. Vacation in the heart of the famous seaside resort of Biarritz. Indulge in Basque culinary traditions and heritageR12;Espelette chili peppers, chocolate and ham in Bayonne, and Irouléguy wines. This trip will bring you to well-known pilgrimage points such as Saint-Jean-Pied-de-PortR12;the last stage of the Way of St. James before the Pyrenees. Then, kick back and enjoy a delightful cruise while discovering the region surrounding Bordeaux.Dive into the French Basque experience before a cruise on the Garonne and Gironde Rivers. Vacation in the heart of the famous seaside resort of Biarritz. Indulge in Basque culinary traditions and heritageR12;Espelette chili peppers, chocolate and ham in Bayonne, and Irouléguy wines. This trip will bring you to well-known pilgrimage points such as Saint-Jean-Pied-de-PortR12;the last stage of the Way of St. James before the Pyrenees. Then, kick back and enjoy a delightful cruise while discovering the region surrounding Bordeaux.

Map: From the French Basque Country to Bordeaux - Fine French cuisine at the foot of the Pyrenees and an escapade in the Gironde (port-to-port cruise) (Croisi Europe)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.: Biarritz
Day 2.: Biarritz-French Basque Country-Biarritz
Day 3.: Biarritz-Bayonne-Bordeaux
Day 4.: Bordeaux-Cussac-Fort-Medoc-The Médoc(1)
Day 5.: Cussac-Fort-Medoc-Gironde Estuary-Blaye(2)
Day 6.: Blaye(2)-Libourne(2)-Saint-Emilion
Day 7.: Libourne(2)-Bordeaux

Ports of call (3): Biarritz, Blaye, Bordeaux

Highlights

HighlightsDiscover southwestern France, its Basque Country, and the Gironde area through its vast landscape and way of lifeEXCURSIONS INDLUDED:Spicy EspeletteBayonne and a visit to a salted-meat workshopTHE MUSTS:Blaye and its Vauban citadel(1)The medieval city of Saint-Émilion(1)
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCEAll meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the barRefined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktailFree Wi-Fi onboardHeadsets are included for excursionsOfficial welcome from the captain and crewOnboard activitiesTravel assistance and repatriation insuranceAll port fees included

Included in Price

Accommodations, including breakfast and dinner, in a four-star hotel in Biarritz from Day 1 to Day 3* - lunch on Day 2 and Day 3 - full-day excursion to the French Basque Country - guided tour of Bayonne and a salted-meat workshop - cruise with all meals from dinner on Day 3 to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in double-occupancy cabin with climate control and shower in private bathroom - all onboard entertainment - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala evening - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

NOT included in price

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

Important!

NB: For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary. The cruise schedule may vary according to tides and arrival times at ports of call may be subject to change.(1) Optional excursions.(2) Depending on the tide, the stopover in Blaye and Libourne may be replaced by Bourg.Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.Valid information for year 2025

Ship Information

Ship Name: MS Cyrano de Bergerac
Ship Type: River Cruise Premium (Luxury)
Max. Passengers: 174

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Biarritz

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Bordeaux

River Cruises This is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Tour Variations

From the French Basque Country to Bordeaux - Fine French cuisine at the foot of the Pyrenees and a cruise to discover Bordeaux and its outlying areas (port-to-port cruise) (8 Days)

Next Departure: 14-Jun-2025
Starting at: ± USD 1,960.00

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