While visiting France, a visit to one of
the
truly extraordinary and beautiful castles [called
Chateaux], their gardens and parks [jardins et parcs]
are a must. A parc is not a 'Park' in the sense
that we Americans think of, but rather the grounds of the estate. The formal French gardens came into popularity when Andre
Le Notre
the famous French landscape architect [this term 'landscape architect' didn't come to pass for
a few hundred years after his time] designed the formal gardens of Vaux-le-Vicomte in the mid 17th century, and was then called
upon to design the Palace of Versailles gardens for Louis XIV. You can view the article on
Andre Le Notre
here. Enjoy the magnificent chateaux, vineyards and gardens in
France on your next river cruise visit. Visit our
Chateaux section for more
information on the Chateaux of France. View our Bordeaux Chateaux Wine
cruises options from AmaWaterways, Uniworld and Viking below, then call us today for more
info on our
2015-16
Bordeaux, Cognac, St. Emilion and Chateaux cruising in
France! For
more info and availability: 1-888-666-7279.
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AMAWATERWAYS
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TASTE OF BORDEAUX 13 DAYS |
UNIWORLD
BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES
BORDEAUX
VINEYARDS
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UNIWORLD
BOUTIQUE CRUISES BORDEAUX, VINEYARDS & CHATEAUX |
Taste of Bordeaux (2016)
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Map from $2,899 PP
With 2 nights in Paris,
followed by an enchanting
7-night cruise roundtrip from
Bordeaux, ending
with 2 nights in the Loire Valley and 1 night
in
fabulous Paris. Cruising roundtrip
Bordeaux and
begin with a two night stay in Paris, the magical
“City of
Light,” and enjoy a panoramic tour of the city’s top sights.
Continue on to Bordeaux, the
capital of Aquitaine in
Southwestern France and
one of the world’s undisputed wine
capitals. You’ll discover stately chateaux, luscious vineyards
and stunning scenery as you sail along the Garonne River and its
surrounding estuaries, calling upon port cities like Cadillac,
Bourg and Libourne. Enjoy tastings of some of the region’s most
distinguished wines and visit notable sights before concluding
your journey with a three night stay in the Loire Valley.
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Us:
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Bordeaux, Vineyards & Châteaux | Bordeaux to Bordeaux |
8 days |
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from $2,999 PP
Discover the unparalleled riches
of Aquitaine and its charming capital city, Bordeaux. Bordeaux,
on France’s Southwestern coast, is a unique region unto itself,
yet still profoundly French. You’ll cruise three rivers as you
explore the stunning countryside, alive with stately Châteaux
and abundant vineyards and wine estates. Uniworld’s Epicurean
Adventure Program™ includes a special French Master Chef-set
dinner menu and a tasting of Arcachon oysters—a local
delicacy—onboard, as well as chateau and wine estate tastings
and a Cannelé-making demonstration on this culinary-rich
journey. Contact Us:
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A Portrait of Majestic France | Paris to Bordeaux | 15
days |
Map
from $6,248 PP
Journey from glittering Paris to the Norman countryside and on
to the lush vineyards of Bordeaux. From the beaches of Normandy
to amazing cities like Paris and Bordeaux, and so many places in
between, this voyage gives you the best France has to offer.
Cruise four noble rivers, the Seine, Garonne, Gironde, and
Dordogne, on this grand journey that explores both large cities
and charming local towns as you sample the good life—full of
world-class art, vibrant culture, and culinary wonders. The
perfect itinerary for lovers of life’s finer things.
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VIKING RIVER
CRUISES WINE COUNTRY
CHATEAUX, RIVERS & WINE |
Chateaux, Rivers & Wine
8 Days Bordeaux to
St. Emilion | 8 Days |
Map
from $2,056 PP
Celebrate joie de vivre in Bordeaux, land of the world’s finest
wines, oysters, truffles and cognac, as you cruise the Dordogne,
Garonne and Gironde Rivers. Caressed by Atlantic breezes,
the vineyards that cover the rolling hills along the rivers of
Aquitaine have for centuries produced France’s most remarkable
wines: Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, Sauternes, Médoc and Margaux are
but a handful of the appellations that make Bordeaux wines
world-famous. At the region’s heart, the city of Bordeaux
stretches along the river bank, inviting visitors to savor its
grand architecture, tempting cafés and superb museums. Celebrate
joie de vivre in this land of wine and oysters, truffles and
cognac, as you enjoy an in-depth view of this region and cruise
the Dordogne, Garonne and Gironde Rivers.
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