Châteaux, Rivers & Wine

  • From $2,999
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  • 8 Days
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  • 5 Guided Tours
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  • 1 Country

Bordeaux, France

  • Illuminated Grand Theater at Night

Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.

Post Cruise Extensions

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

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Vineyard with historic chateau at sunrise

Bordeaux’s Clairet & Rosé Wines

Introduce yourself to some hidden gems of Bordeaux’s world-renowned viniculture. You will learn subtle differences in wine profiles and why the French treasure their bounty each summer.

Wine bottles on modern storage rack

Bordeaux’s Prestigious Wines

Venture into the fascinating world of Bordeaux winemaking with Karine. Meet a renowned Master of Wine and learn about regional favorites from local experts.

Scenic aerial view of countryside village

French Language Lesson

Learn a few useful French words and phrases with Maaike, your Viking tutor. À votre Santé!

Red and white wine glasses in warm light

Bordeaux’s Sublime Wines

Join Karine as she delves into the essence of Bordeaux’s most popular red and white wines with a local expert, learning some secrets of summoning a wine’s character along the way.

Assorted wine bottles on wooden table

Sauternes: The Sweet Alternative

Enjoy a glimpse into the intriguing wine of Sauternes. Karine journeys to Bordeaux to take a closer look at this sweet alternative with one of Sauternes’s local experts.

Ripe purple grapes on sunlit vine

The Wine Regions of Bordeaux

Bordeaux, France’s celebrated vineyard-laden province, is home to some of the world’s most prized wines. Learn about its different regions and appellations with Karine.

Truffle Hunting

Join Karine in Bordeaux, France as she learns how dogs are trained to sniff out and unearth a treasured French delicacy, the rare and delicious truffle.

Sunflowers and Lavender in Rural Landscape

France, Painter’s Muse

See for yourself how France has inspired famous artists like van Gogh, Monet and so many more.

Outdoor vineyard dining with wine and food

Cooking with Karine: Steak Bordelaise

Join Karine as she learns the secrets of preparing Steak Bordelaise, Bordeaux’s celebrated and classic dish, with local gourmand, chef Georges Gotrand.

Modern outdoor dining area with glass roof

Setting a New Standard

Learn about the past and future of Viking and the innovations behind our Viking Longships. Then come explore the great rivers of the world in unprecedented comfort.