Boredaux Wine Region Luxury Cruises aboard Authentic French Peniche Tango
7 days
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Itinerary
Day 1: Bordeaux - Welcome Aboard Tango
Stop At: 2 Quai des Queyries, 33100 Bordeaux, France
Passengers are welcomed aboard hotel barge Tango with a celebratory Champagne toast and festive dinner served on the canopied dining deck, overlooking the beautiful Bordeaux waterfront.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner: Tango's onboard chef prepares a feast with market-fresh produce, meats and seafood from the Bordeaux region.
Accommodation included: Amenities aboard Tango include four climate-controlled cabins, each with en-suite bath.
Day 2: Visit La Cite du Vin, Bordeaux France, Cruise the Gironde Estuary
Stop At: La Cite du Vin, 134 quai de Bacalan Esplanade de Pontac, 33300, Bordeaux France
Set off for a scenic cruise to the Cité du Vin where immersive, sensory exhibits housed in a space-age architectural complex will triple your understanding of this region's fabled wines. Celebrate your new expertise with a dégustation in the elegant Belvedere room on the 8th floor which offers a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding landscape. Head back to the barge for lunch, and sit back and admire the scenery as we cruise along the sparkling waters of the Gironde Estuary. Dinner onboard the barge.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Bakery-fresh croissants & patisseries, fresh seasonal fruits, yogurt, eggs, charcuterie are served every morning.
• Lunch: Lunch aboard Tango includes fresh salads, tartes, savory crepes, soups, and regional specialties.
• Dinner: Dinner onboard Tango is prepared by our onboard chef, and focuses on the rich culinary tradition of the Bordeaux area.
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 3: Touring the Médoc
Stop At: Chateau Beychevelle, Rue du Port GPS Lat. 45.14497 Long. -0.735079, 33250 Saint-Julien-Beychevelle France
This is the land of the wonderous wines created in the mythic terrains of Pauillac, Saint-Julien and Margaux. Your guide will lead you through these renowned vineyards, extensively classified and reclassified by oenophiles
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: A freshly prepared breakfast is served aboard Tango every morning.
• Lunch: Lunch will be ashore in a quality restaurant of the Captain's choice, included in fare.
• Dinner: Dinner aboard Tango. Visit http://canalsoffrance.com/tango-food.php for details on cuisine and wine served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 4: A UNESCO-listed Citadelle in Blaye
Stop At: Citadelle de Blaye, Rive Droite de l'estuaire de la Gironde, Presque 50 kms de Bordeaux, 33390, Blaye France
The Marquis de Vauban designed the Citadelle de Blaye for Louis XIV in the 1639. You'll have a guided tour of the site, followed by a visit to a lively street market. After lunch on the Tango, cruise to the delightful village of Branne.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Office de Tourisme du Brannais, Route de Cabara, 33420 Branne France
You can stroll or cycle through the town before aperitifs and dinner on the barge.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Served aboard Tango
• Lunch: Served aboard Tango
• Dinner: Served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 5: Excursion to Saint-Emilion and cruise to the fairy-tale village of Bourg
Stop At: Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion, Place du Marche, 33330 Saint-Emilion France
Our air-conditioned minivan will whisk you past alluring chateaux to the medieval village of Saint-Emilion where wine-grapes have been cultivated since the Gallo-Roman era. Visit the 14th century Cloisters of the Collegiate Church and the shops before repairing to a noteworthy hillside domain for a tour of their wine-making facilities and a tasting.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is served aboard Tango
• Lunch
• Dinner: Dinner is served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 6: Cruise Bourg to Bordeaux
Stop At: Bourg Medieval de Saint-Cirq Lapopie, 46330 Saint-Cirq-Lapopie France
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before a guided walking tour of Bourg that will include the Gallo-Roman fountain, historic façades, the castle, antique shops, and a museum of horse-drawn carriages. After lunch on board, the Tango will cruise toward Bordeaux.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 7: Disembark and continue on your journey
Stop At: 2 Quai des Queyries, 33100 Bordeaux, France
After breakfast, the tour guide will accompany you to a pre-arranged departure point for the continuation of your journey.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Bordeaux - Welcome Aboard Tango
Stop At: 2 Quai des Queyries, 33100 Bordeaux, France
Passengers are welcomed aboard hotel barge Tango with a celebratory Champagne toast and festive dinner served on the canopied dining deck, overlooking the beautiful Bordeaux waterfront.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner: Tango's onboard chef prepares a feast with market-fresh produce, meats and seafood from the Bordeaux region.
Accommodation included: Amenities aboard Tango include four climate-controlled cabins, each with en-suite bath.
Day 2: Visit La Cite du Vin, Bordeaux France, Cruise the Gironde Estuary
Stop At: La Cite du Vin, 134 quai de Bacalan Esplanade de Pontac, 33300, Bordeaux France
Set off for a scenic cruise to the Cité du Vin where immersive, sensory exhibits housed in a space-age architectural complex will triple your understanding of this region's fabled wines. Celebrate your new expertise with a dégustation in the elegant Belvedere room on the 8th floor which offers a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding landscape. Head back to the barge for lunch, and sit back and admire the scenery as we cruise along the sparkling waters of the Gironde Estuary. Dinner onboard the barge.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Bakery-fresh croissants & patisseries, fresh seasonal fruits, yogurt, eggs, charcuterie are served every morning.
• Lunch: Lunch aboard Tango includes fresh salads, tartes, savory crepes, soups, and regional specialties.
• Dinner: Dinner onboard Tango is prepared by our onboard chef, and focuses on the rich culinary tradition of the Bordeaux area.
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 3: Touring the Médoc
Stop At: Chateau Beychevelle, Rue du Port GPS Lat. 45.14497 Long. -0.735079, 33250 Saint-Julien-Beychevelle France
This is the land of the wonderous wines created in the mythic terrains of Pauillac, Saint-Julien and Margaux. Your guide will lead you through these renowned vineyards, extensively classified and reclassified by oenophiles
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: A freshly prepared breakfast is served aboard Tango every morning.
• Lunch: Lunch will be ashore in a quality restaurant of the Captain's choice, included in fare.
• Dinner: Dinner aboard Tango. Visit http://canalsoffrance.com/tango-food.php for details on cuisine and wine served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 4: A UNESCO-listed Citadelle in Blaye
Stop At: Citadelle de Blaye, Rive Droite de l'estuaire de la Gironde, Presque 50 kms de Bordeaux, 33390, Blaye France
The Marquis de Vauban designed the Citadelle de Blaye for Louis XIV in the 1639. You'll have a guided tour of the site, followed by a visit to a lively street market. After lunch on the Tango, cruise to the delightful village of Branne.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Office de Tourisme du Brannais, Route de Cabara, 33420 Branne France
You can stroll or cycle through the town before aperitifs and dinner on the barge.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Served aboard Tango
• Lunch: Served aboard Tango
• Dinner: Served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 5: Excursion to Saint-Emilion and cruise to the fairy-tale village of Bourg
Stop At: Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion, Place du Marche, 33330 Saint-Emilion France
Our air-conditioned minivan will whisk you past alluring chateaux to the medieval village of Saint-Emilion where wine-grapes have been cultivated since the Gallo-Roman era. Visit the 14th century Cloisters of the Collegiate Church and the shops before repairing to a noteworthy hillside domain for a tour of their wine-making facilities and a tasting.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is served aboard Tango
• Lunch
• Dinner: Dinner is served aboard Tango
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 6: Cruise Bourg to Bordeaux
Stop At: Bourg Medieval de Saint-Cirq Lapopie, 46330 Saint-Cirq-Lapopie France
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before a guided walking tour of Bourg that will include the Gallo-Roman fountain, historic façades, the castle, antique shops, and a museum of horse-drawn carriages. After lunch on board, the Tango will cruise toward Bordeaux.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Barge Tango
Day 7: Disembark and continue on your journey
Stop At: 2 Quai des Queyries, 33100 Bordeaux, France
After breakfast, the tour guide will accompany you to a pre-arranged departure point for the continuation of your journey.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 6x Breakfast
- 6x Dinner
- 5x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 6 nights
- Use of bicycle
- Transfers to and from the barge from the Bordeaux train station or local hotel.
- All excursions and visits ashore, vineyards for wine-tastings, in air-conditioned minivan.
- Entry/Admission - Quai des Queyries
- Entry/Admission - La Cite du Vin
- Entry/Admission - Chateau Beychevelle
- Entry/Admission - Citadelle de Blaye
- Entry/Admission - Office de Tourisme du Brannais
- Entry/Admission - Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion
- Entry/Admission - Bourg Medieval de Saint-Cirq Lapopie
Not included
- Airfare or other transportation to Bordeaux France
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility issues.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
70%
Food
60%
Cultural
55%
Aquatic
20%
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