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D A Y 1 B O R D E A U X , F R A N C E Arrive in Bordeaux and embark your ship. Free time to relax or explore this beautiful city or enjoy an escorted evening walk. D A Y 2 B O R D E A U X & L I B O U R N E , F R A N C E See some of Bordeaux's highlights including the Place des Quinconces, the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux and Place de la Bourse with the world's largest reflecting pool. Later, sail along the Dordogne River to Libourne where you dock overnight. D A Y 3 L I B O U R N E & S A I N T - É M I L I O N , F R A N C E Take a leisurely morning stroll to Libourne's picturesque city square. Continue to Saint-Émilion for a tour of the medieval village and learn about its underground monuments. Enjoy free time to stroll the narrow cobblestone streets D A Y 4 B O U R G & B L A Y E , F R A N C E Enjoy a leisurely morning in Bourg, or take an optional excursion to the charming medieval town of Cognac — the birthplace of one of the world's best-known types of brandy. During lunch, your ship sets sail for Blaye. Later, enjoy a guided tour of the 17th-century citadel of Blaye — a UNESCO World Heritage site. D A Y 5 M É D O C & M A R G A U X W I N E C O U N T R Y , F R A N C E Take a scenic drive through the Médoc region through gently rolling hills. On this Gironde estuary peninsula, the sandy and gravelly terroir is supremely suited to viticulture. Sample some of France's best wines in the Margaux appellation and savour dinner at the elegant Château Kirwan. D A Y 6 B O R D E A U X , F R A N C E Enjoy a morning of cruising, heading back towards Bordeaux and along the Garonne River. Enjoy free time to further explore the city, or take a tour to Arcachon, a commune on the Atlantic coast. D A Y 7 C A D I L L A C & S A U T E R N E S , F R A N C E Discover the charming town of Cadillac and sample some of France's sweetest wines. Built as a fortified town to protect Bordeaux, Cadillac's mighty towers provide a clear view of the Garonne. Take a leisurely stroll around one of France's most picturesque towns, then drive to Sauternes for a wine tasting. D A Y 8 B O R D E A U X , F R A N C E After a final onboard breakfast, disembark and proceed to the airport for your flight home. Alternatively, extend your journey with three nights in the beautiful Loire Valley. I NC L U DE D I N YO U R F A R E Your cruise fare covers all of this: • 8-day cruise with river view stateroom • Guided excursion in each port of call • All onboard meals • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • Visit 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites • Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a wide sampling of Bordeaux wines, participate in classes from a master sommelier, learn 'how to say it in French', and how to pair the perfect wine with every meal • All port charges • All onboard gratuities and tipping • Complimentary airport transfers with Viking Air • In Explorer Suite category, enjoy complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage Package plus private airport transfers • Free Wi-Fi • No credit card surcharges F O O D M A R K E T, L I BO U R N E , FR A N C E C H ÂT E A U X , R I V E R S & W I N E 8 D A Y S B O R D E A U X – B O R D E A U X 135 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent