Scenic Diamond
Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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9 Night Bordeaux Affair with Highlights of Paris Cruise and Land Tour from Paris

Ship: Scenic Diamond
Cruise Line: Scenic Cruises
Sailed: Friday, Jun 27, 2025 from Paris, France
Ended: Sunday, Jul 6, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Jun 27, 2025 departure of the Scenic Diamond. If Scenic Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Friday - Jun 27, 2025
Paris, France
Paris, France
Welcome to Paris, the City of Light. There are icons at every turn in the French capital, from the chic boutiques of the Champs-Elysees to the meandering riverbank of the Seine and the bustling crossroads of the Arc de Triomphe, with the intricate metalwork of the Eiffel Tower always in view above. Paris is a city that almost defies description; stroll the historic streets and you'll soon see why it has inspired generations of artists, musicians, filmmakers, and fashionistas. Check into your luxurious hotel, located in the bustling 9th Arrondissement, also known as the Opera District. It's known for its wide boulevards, many theatres, including the opulent Palais Garnier opera house, and grand Belle Epoque department stores like Printemps and Galeries Lafayette.
Day 2 - Saturday - Jun 28, 2025
Paris, France
Paris, France
It's your first morning in Paris, so why not start the day with a pain au chocolat and a cafe au lait? Paris is a city that has been immortalized in endless movies, TV shows, books, and paintings, so even if you're a first-time visitor you will feel like you already know it. Its elegant streets, grand buildings, shady parks, stylish cafes, and even more stylish residents, you'll quickly be swept up in the joie de vivre.
Day 3 - Sunday - Jun 29, 2025
Paris, France
Paris, France
High-Speed Train Travel
Cruise Begins
Bordeaux, France
After breakfast, transfer via high-speed train to Bordeaux where your friendly crew will welcome you onboard the Scenic Diamond ready for your 7-night cruise along the waterways of the Bordeaux region.
Day 4 - Monday - Jun 30, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Libourne, France
Bus Travel
Saint-Emilion, France
Bus Travel
Libourne, France
This morning is spent onboard relaxing as you cruise into the beautiful 13th-century port of Libourne. Head up to the Sun Deck to bask in the sunshine and enjoy the scenery along the Dordogne River rolling by. Or perhaps drop into Scenic Culinaire for a French cooking class. Spend the afternoon in the nearby town of Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed medieval village with world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture, and historic monuments. It's also the birthplace of macarons. The town bears the name of a monk who is said to have performed miracles, such as restoring a local woman's sight, and lived in a natural grotto here in the 8th century. You will enjoy a guided tour of the caves and catacombs beneath the city, including a Monolithic church built from limestone, whose 38-meter-long bell tower can be seen above ground. This evening, your Scenic Space-Ship will be docked overnight in Libourne, a 13th-century city located at the confluence of the Dordogne and Isle rivers.
Day 5 - Tuesday - Jul 1, 2025
Libourne, France
Libourne, France
Blaye, France
This morning, why not ask your personal butler to wake you with a coffee delivered to your suite? Then, enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Crystal Dining. Then, you'll have the opportunity to explore Libourne and its surrounding wine-growing region. This afternoon, relax onboard as you sail towards Blaye. Toast the passing scenery with a regional wine or beer in the Panorama Lounge & Bar or spend time in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which provides natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties.
Day 6 - Wednesday - Jul 2, 2025
Blaye, France
Blaye, France
Wake this morning in Blaye, a small town with a rich military history and surrounded by vineyards known for red wine production. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect the city of Bordeaux, 50 kilometers upstream, from enemy attacks. Afterwards, relax onboard your luxury ship as you sail towards Fort Medoc.
Day 7 - Thursday - Jul 3, 2025
Fort Medoc, France
Fort Medoc, France
Bourg, France
Wake up this morning in Fort Medoc, located between Bordeaux and Pointe de Grave, at the northern end of the Medoc winegrowing region. This appellation grows some of the world's most famous and expensive wines, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon. Back onboard, enjoy lunch as you cruise to Bourg, a picturesque town set on a rocky promontory. Built as a defensive chateau, it's a maze of ancient alleyways, moats, and bell towers on the Dordogne. This quiet village sits among many famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites and, though it is just as charming, remains largely undiscovered by the masses. This evening, your ship will continue its journey towards Cadillac, stopping overnight in Bordeaux before sailing onward.
Day 8 - Friday - Jul 4, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Cadillac, France
Departing Bordeaux early, your Scenic Space-Ship will sail along the Garonne River to Cadillac. Relax in your suite, many of which have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views of the passing landscape, some of the most picturesque in the Bordeaux region. Or perhaps you'd rather spend the morning in the state-of-the-art gym doing an invigorating workout before a day of sightseeing in and around Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, this charming, fortified city is centered around its magnificent chateau.
Day 9 - Saturday - Jul 5, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Waking this morning in Bordeaux, you will have several options to explore this incredible city. Founded by the Celts around 30 0BC it became part of Julius Caesar's Roman Empire in the 1st century. It has been an important trading port since the Middle Ages, thanks to its strategic location on the river flowing to a sea port, and even acted as the seat of French government at the start of both the First and Second world wars.
Day 10 - Sunday - Jul 6, 2025
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Your journey ends in beautiful Bordeaux. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Bordeaux airport or train station for your onward journey. Please note: The Gironde, Dordogne, and Garonne waterways are part of a tidal river system which results in changing water levels in the region. Every effort is made to keep to the brochure itinerary however based on tides it will be amended or modified. Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change.
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