b'+ OR +BORDEAUX CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS TASTE BORDEAUX WINESWith superior wines served alongside dinner and plenty of tastings and pairings included throughout, this cruise is the ideal time to let out your inner sommelier. Sample local vintages and grape varieties, experiencing the best of the Bordeaux regions world-famous wines. TOUR LA ROCHELLEOverlooking the Atlantic Ocean, La Rochelles medieval and Renaissance Old Town and harbour area are particularly impressive and picturesque. With some free time here, its also worth visiting one of the citys many museums.VISIT ROYANCoastal Royans Belle Epoque villas and retro houses line the waterfront, inviting exploration of the towns sheltered beaches, including La Grande Conche. Theres also the grand Cordouan Lighthouse to admire, situated at the mouth of the Gironde Estuary. CADILLAC COUNTRYSIDE HIKEAdmire panoramic views of the Garonne River alongside landscapes of lilting vineyards before stopping at a family-run farm for a wine pairing session.CRUISE SUMMARYLA ROCHELLEDay Destination Included Excursions1 Bordeaux Travel by rail or fly to Bordeaux and boardyour ship2 Royan Explore the Mdoc wine route by coach and enjoy a guided walking tour of Royan3 Libourne Tour of Rochefort including a visit to the Corderie Royale factory, and a visit to La Rochelle 4 Bordeaux Tour of St Emilion with a wine tasting includedTour of Roquetaillade Chteau, Cadillac and a 5 CadillacSauternes wine tasting or a countryside hike and a wine-pairing session6 BordeauxWalking tour of the beautiful city of Bordeaux before free time to exploreBordeaux 7 Travel by rail back to London St Pancras London For our full range of holidays visitTHE GARONNE AND DORODGNE 73Call us on 01904 521994 or visit GreatRail.comGreatRail.com for more details'