Châteaux, Rivers & Wine 2024 - Bordeaux River Cruise - Viking River Cruises

Explore Bordeaux like never before

Discover the ports, vineyards, farms and forests of Aquitaine, once Europe’s richest kingdom. See Bordeaux’s fountains and cellars. Hunt for truffles in Périgord, and create your own personal blend of Cognac at the Camus distillery. Savor France’s finest oysters fresh from the bay at Arcachon. Sip Saint-Émilion, Médoc and Sauternes in their own ”terroir” on an 8-day cruise through Bordeaux—a region synonymous with fine wine and finer living.

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All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees

Map of the Châteaux, Rivers & Wine itinerary

Viking Inclusive Value

All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Bordeaux, France	Honored as a City of Art and History, Bordeaux is a “Little Paris” of beautiful boulevards, stunning churches and green parks and gardens.
2	Bordeaux, France	Set on the Garonne River in southwestern France, Bordeaux’s graceful port is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3	Cadillac (Sauternes), France	A small commune in the Gironde department of Aquitaine, Cadillac and its 17th-century castle retain much of their old-world charm.
4	Libourne, France	Libourne enjoys a respected status as a French wine-making capital and hosts one of the largest fresh food markets in the area.
5	Bourg & Blaye, France	A producer of fine red wines, scenic Blaye boasts an extraordinary 17th-century citadel, dramatically set on a rock along the Gironde River.
6	Médoc & Margaux Wine Country, France	Visit the famed Médoc wine growing region, home to more than 1,500 vineyards.
7	Bordeaux, France	Many of Bordeaux’s elegant buildings date back to its 18th-century Golden Age.
8	Bordeaux, France	Second only to Paris in French historic monuments, Bordeaux’s rich heritage is thoughtfully preserved.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.