b'ROCHEFORT BEAUTIFUL BORDEAUX, THE DORDOGNE AND LA ROCHELLEWHATS INCLUDEDTHE GARONNE AND DORDOGNE RIVERYOUR ITINERARYDay 1 - London and Bordeaux UK Tour Manager until We travel on the Eurostar to Paris, continuing by rail to Bordeaux, theDay 7 - Bordeaux and London embarkation and from centre of one of the worlds most famous wine regions, set on the banksAfter a final breakfast on board, we disembark and transfer to thedisembarkation of your of the Garonne River. Here, we transfer to our floating hotel for sixstation. We board the train to Paris, where we connect with theship and the services of nights, MS Cyrano de Bergerac.Eurostar to London St Pancras. your on-board Cruise ManagerDay 2 - Roquetaillade Chteau or Cadillac countryside hike Flexible excursions We visit the marvellous walled town of Cadillac, which boasts a richallowing you to choose history dating back to the 13th century. Here, you have a choice ofhow to spend your dayexcursions - a castle visit followed by a wine tasting and guided tour, or a scenic hike. The first option sees you exploring RoquetailladeReturn, escorted rail Chteau, a magnificent medieval monument, followed by a tasting oftravel from London St BORDEAUX WINE TASTING the local Sauternes wine and a guided tour of Cadillac. If youd prefer toPancras to your ship or join the hike, youll head into the hills on an energetic walk through thereturn flightsdistinctive countryside surrounding the town. Admire panoramic views of the Garonne River alongside landscapes of lilting vineyards before6-night cruise aboard stopping at a family-run farm for a wine pairing session.MS Cyrano de BergeracST EMILION Day 3 - Wines of Mdoc For the rest of your holiday, follow TheOur first stop today is Cussac, a sleepy village on the banks of theMagic of the Moselle Cruise itinerary on page 40 Breakfast, lunch and Gironde. Here, we disembark for a tour of the celebrated Mdoc wineThe charming medieval villagedinner each day ofroute before enjoying a speciality tasting at a vineyard along the Routeof St Emilion is packed withyour cruisedes Chteaux. On board this evening, theres another freshly preparedenticing culture. The UNESCO-dinner to enjoy alongside some local entertainment. World Heritage site boasts aDinner drinks each history full of legend, but today,evening of your cruiseDay 4 - St Emilion the village is more synonymous Arriving in Libourne, we travel to St Emilion for a guided tour of thiswith Bordeaux wines, producedComplimentary luggage UNESCO listed city before visiting the troglodyte cave the monk whoin the lush vineyards dottedtransfersfounded the town was said to have lived in after escaping the celebritythroughout the surrounding TROGLODYTE CAVES bestowed on him for performing a miracle. We also see the largestvalleys. Indulging in a glass monolithic church in Europe and call at a family-run vineyard, whereof St Emilions deep red, full- SHIP INFORMATION bodied wine comes highlywere treated to a tasting of some popular local wines. recommended during your Day 5 - Rochefort and La Rochelle time here.For deck plans and more ship After another delicious breakfast, we board a coach bound for Rochefort.information, please see pages The towns position on the banks of the Charente River have made it134-135an important maritime destination for centuries, and during our time here we take a tour that delves into its intriguing past. Entrance is also included to the Corderie Royale, an historic rope-making factory that was the very first industrial building in the country, and which supplied the French navy for over 300 years.We continue to one of the most historically important seaports on the European Atlantic coast, La Rochelle. After lunch at a local restaurant, we set out on a tour exploring the natural and man-made architecture that2023 Escorted Rail & Cruise from London St PancrasBORDEAUX makes this destination so unique. This is followed by some free time,Tour Code: BBR | Standard Class Railduring which you may like to explore the Old Town and harbour area or visit one of the citys many museums. Back on board afterwards, weMain Stern Deck Main Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck RAIL & CRUISEbegin sailing along the Dordogne River to Libourne. Sep 12 1,995 2,195 2,495 2,695 UPGRADE TO FIRST CLASS RAIL Day 6 - Bordeaux Deposit from 300 per person. Solo Occupancy available.from just 200 per person.Following a relaxed morning on board, this afternoon we dock back in Bordeaux, a beautiful city brimming with 18th-century grandeur. WithFLY & CRUISEits broad boulevards and quaint Old Town, the UNESCO-protected city2023 Fly & Cruise from London Heathrowboasts an exciting diversity thats palpable in many of its attractions. WeTour Code: BBZREGIONAL DEPARTURES AVAILABLEhead out on a city tour for some deeper insight into Bordeauxs history.from Birmingham, Manchester, Alternatively, youre free to explore at your own pace. Tonights galaMain Stern Deck Main Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck Glasgow, Edinburgh and Belfastdinner provides the perfect end to our holiday.Sep 12 1,795 1,995 2,295 2,495 from 50 per person. Deposit from 270 per person. Solo Occupancy available. 90 THE GARONNE AND DORDOGNE RIVER Call us on 01904 521972 or visit GreatRail.com for more details 91Visit your local Travel Agent for more information.'