Avalon Artistry II
Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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7 Night Bonjour Bordeaux Chateaux Wineries and Charming Villages Cruise from Bordeaux

Ship: Avalon Artistry II
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 from Bordeaux, France
Ended: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 departure of the Avalon Artistry II. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Tuesday - Apr 29, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Welcome to France! Your Suite Ship is ready for boarding. Flights into Bordeaux must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be onboard ship by 5 pm. Your day is free to explore the city before starting your cruise on the Garonne and Dordogne. Get acquainted with this city, capital of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and famous worldwide for its vineyards and wines.; Note: Ship may sail in the evening to Cadillac-sur-Garonne based on tide and water levels. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Wednesday - Apr 30, 2025
Cadillac, France
Cadillac, France
On the Steps of Montesquieu. This evening, enjoy live entertainment onboard your Suite Ship. Note: Sailing to Cadillac-sur-Garonne is pending due to tides and water levels. Alternative motorcoach transportation for today's excursions provided. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Thursday - May 1, 2025
Fort Medoc, France
Fort Medoc, France
Blaye, France
Bikes, Vines, and Wines. This morning, enjoy a leisurely sailing to Cussac-Fort-Medoc. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. This evening, enjoy a brief sailing to Blaye. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Friday - May 2, 2025
Blaye, France
Blaye, France
Bourg, France
Fine Art, Fine Bubbly, and a Fine Day for a Drive. Ask your Adventure Host for today's special activities. Scenic afternoon sailing on the Dordogne River to Bourg. Enjoy free time to explore this storybook village or join an optional guided excursion to learn how the Fine Champagne of Cognac is made while enjoying a Remy Martin tasting. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Saturday - May 3, 2025
Libourne, France
Libourne, France
Bus Travel
Saint-Emilion, France
Bus Travel
Libourne, France
The Village Amid the Vineyards. Later, sail to Bordeaux. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Sunday - May 4, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux Sights and Brilliant Lights. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. This afternoon, consider an optional guided excursion to Les Bassins de Lumieres for a breathtaking visit to the submarine base where art and music surround you in an immersive experience. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Monday - May 5, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Bus Travel
Arcachon, France
Bus Travel
Bordeaux, France
Seas, Shells, and Sips. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Tuesday - May 6, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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