EMERALD CRUISES — Round-trip Bordeaux

Bordeaux, France

On Ultra-Luxury Scenic Cruises

"Bordeaux is a dream for anyone who loves wine, food and beautiful old towns, and the Scenic Diamond makes it effortless. You unpack once and wake up somewhere new each morning — medieval Saint-Émilion, the wine châteaux of the Médoc, the citadel at Blaye and the sweet wines of Sauternes near Cadillac, with elegant Bordeaux itself at the start and finish. Choose the Bordeaux Affair for a wonderful week, or Beautiful Bordeaux for more time in the city and extra excursions to Cognac and Arcachon. Either way, you'll come home already planning your next glass of Bordeaux." — Tracey

Save $1,200-$1,700 per person

Book by December 30, 2026

9 or 12

Days

147

Guests Only

7 or 10

Nights Aboard

20 or 29

Included Meals

Route Overview

Round Trip Bordeaux — Bordeaux Affair & Beautiful Bordeaux

Seven or ten nights on the Garonne, Dordogne & Gironde — France's celebrated wine country

Scenic Diamond – Only 147 Guests

Cruise round trip from Bordeaux, the World Heritage-listed city whose 18th-century architecture inspired the design of Paris. Explore the medieval village of Saint-Émilion and its underground Monolithic Church, stroll the 13th-century wine port of Libourne, and visit the citadel of Blaye. Taste your way along the Médoc wine route from Pauillac, wander the ancient alleyways of Bourg, and discover Cadillac and the sweet wines of Sauternes, with a classical concert at Château d'Agassac along the way. Choose the 9-day Bordeaux Affair, or the 12-day Beautiful Bordeaux for more time in the city and more Scenic Freechoice excursions, including Cognac, Saintes and Arcachon. All aboard the all-inclusive Scenic Diamond, refurbished in 2024, with just 147 guests.

DAY BY DAY

Two ways to explore Bordeaux wine country aboard the Scenic Diamond, both round trip from Bordeaux

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Bordeaux Affair9 days · 7-night cruise Beautiful Bordeaux12 days · 10-night cruise

Your complete itinerary — 9 days, with seven nights aboard the Scenic Diamond, round trip from Bordeaux

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1Day

Depart the USA

Overnight flight

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Your Bordeaux wine-country journey begins today as you board your overnight flight to Bordeaux, France.

2Day

Bordeaux, France

France · Embarkation

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Dinner includedOvernight in Bordeaux

Welcome to Bordeaux, where you'll join the luxurious Scenic Diamond. Known as La Belle Endormie — “Sleeping Beauty” — the city was once all but abandoned when industry moved to the outskirts. In the late 20th century it was revived and restored to its former glory: the center was pedestrianized, limestone was revealed beneath blackened façades, and Bordeaux was listed as a World Heritage site with more than 350 structures declared historical monuments. Your ship stays docked overnight, so you can go ashore and explore the city after dark. Meals: D

3Day

Bordeaux — Libourne

France · Saint-Émilion

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerSaint-Émilion tour includedOvernight in Libourne

Relax on board as you cruise into the beautiful 13th-century port of Libourne, set where the Dordogne and Isle rivers meet and the winemaking capital of northern Gironde. Spend the afternoon in nearby Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage-listed medieval village of world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture and historic monuments — and the birthplace of macarons. Explore the unique Monolithic Church, mostly underground and carved directly into the limestone. This evening, stroll along the river or visit one of Libourne's cozy pubs and wine bars. Meals: B, L, D

4Day

Libourne — Blaye

France · Gironde wine country

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Wake early to watch the sunrise, perhaps join a morning stretch class or relax in the Salt Therapy Lounge. Today you have the opportunity to explore Libourne and its surrounding wine-growing region. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Walking tour of Libourne

Scenic Freechoice Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion

Scenic Freechoice Excursion to a sturgeon farm

Scenic Freechoice Artisanal flour mill

5Day

Blaye — Fort Médoc

France · Blaye Citadel

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerClassical concert at Château d'Agassac

This morning you'll wake in Blaye, set at a strategic position on the confluence of the Dordogne and Garonne rivers. This petite hamlet is most famous for its World Heritage-listed citadel, built to protect Bordeaux from enemy attack. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Walking tour of Blaye

Active Freechoice Active walking tour of Blaye

Scenic Enrich Classical concert at Château d'Agassac

6Day

Pauillac — Bourg — Bordeaux

France · Médoc wine route

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Set on the Gironde estuary at the heart of the Médoc wine route, Pauillac is surrounded by some of the best vineyards in Bordeaux. The town is quiet, with elegant architecture that speaks to its powerful winemaking past, and this appellation grows some of the world's most famous and expensive wines, particularly cabernet sauvignon. Enjoy lunch as you cruise to Bourg, a picturesque town on a rocky promontory that began life as a 12th-century defensive château. Today it's a maze of ancient alleyways, moats and bell towers on the banks of the Dordogne — just as charming as its famous neighbors, yet largely undiscovered. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Médoc wine tasting by coach

Active Freechoice Médoc wine tasting by bicycle

Scenic Freechoice Bourg with the Carriages Museum

Active Freechoice Guided cycling along the Captain's Road

Scenic Freechoice Visit a local estate

7Day

Bordeaux — Cadillac — Bordeaux

France · Sauternes region

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Departing Bordeaux early, your Scenic Space-Ship cruises the Garonne River to Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, this charming fortified town is centered around its magnificent château. In 1701, French explorer Antoine de la Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, took his name from the town and founded Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit — the future Detroit, where the American auto industry began. The Cadillac car is named in his honor. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Sauternes by coach

Active Freechoice Sauternes by bike

Scenic Freechoice Walking tour of Cadillac

8Day

Bordeaux

France · Final night onboard

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Wake in Bordeaux with several ways to explore this remarkable city, founded by the Celts around 300 BC, part of Julius Caesar's Roman Empire in the 1st century and an important trading port since the Middle Ages. The afternoon is yours to wander: stroll the waterfront past 18th-century buildings, head to the Golden Triangle for beautiful architecture and shopping, or visit La Cité du Vin, an interactive and sensory wine museum. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Guided tour of Bordeaux

Active Freechoice Cycling tour of Bordeaux

Scenic Freechoice Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire

Scenic Freechoice Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII

9Day

Bordeaux to Home

France · Disembarkation

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Breakfast included

Your journey ends in beautiful Bordeaux. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the Bordeaux airport or train station for your onward journey, taking with you a lifetime of memories. Meals: B

Your complete itinerary — 12 days, with ten nights aboard the Scenic Diamond, round trip from Bordeaux

Click the ▾ arrow on any day to see full details, shore excursions, and included meals

1Day

Depart the USA

Overnight flight

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Your Bordeaux wine-country journey begins today as you board your overnight flight to Bordeaux, France.

2Day

Bordeaux, France

France · Embarkation

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Dinner includedOvernight in Bordeaux

Welcome to Bordeaux, at the heart of one of the world's most famous wine regions. Its 18th-century architecture inspired the design of Paris and has earned the city World Heritage status, and the surrounding landscape is dotted with beautiful castles. Step aboard the luxurious Scenic Diamond to cruise the Gironde, Garonne and Dordogne, meet your fellow guests and toast the start of an exceptional journey. The ship stays docked in Bordeaux overnight, giving you time to join the locals for a glass of wine by the water. Meals: D

3Day

Bordeaux — Libourne

France · Saint-Émilion

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerSaint-Émilion tour includedOvernight in Libourne

Admire the tranquil riverside scenery as you cruise toward Libourne this morning. After lunch, join a tour to nearby Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage-listed village with thousands of years of history and beautifully preserved medieval buildings. Explore the unique Monolithic Church, mostly underground and carved directly into the limestone. This evening your ship is docked overnight in Libourne, a beautiful 13th-century port and the winemaking capital of northern Gironde — take a moonlit stroll along the river or visit one of its cozy pubs and wine bars. Meals: B, L, D

4Day

Libourne — Pauillac

France · Dordogne

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Wake early to enjoy the tranquil landscapes. Today, spend some time exploring Libourne and its surroundings. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Walking tour of Libourne

Scenic Freechoice Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion

Scenic Freechoice Secrets of the Dordogne — Château de Vayres legends

Active Freechoice Cycling from Libourne

Scenic Freechoice Paint and pour

5Day

Pauillac — Fort Médoc

France · Médoc wine route

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerClassical concert at Château d'Agassac

Set on the Gironde estuary at the heart of the Médoc wine route, Pauillac is surrounded by some of the best vineyards in Bordeaux. The town itself is quiet, with elegant architecture that speaks to its powerful past in the winemaking industry. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Médoc wine tasting by coach

Active Freechoice Médoc wine tasting by bicycle

Scenic Enrich Classical concert at Château d'Agassac

6Day

Fort Médoc — Cadillac

France · Garonne River

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerOvernight in Cadillac

Relax on board as you cruise toward Cadillac. Founded in 1280, the town retains many of its grand historic buildings. In 1701, French explorer Antoine de la Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, took his name from the town and founded Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit — the future Detroit, where the American auto industry began. The Cadillac car is named in his honor. The Scenic Diamond stays docked in Cadillac overnight, so you can enjoy its quiet village charm after the day visitors have gone. Meals: B, L, D

7Day

Cadillac — Bordeaux

France · Sauternes region

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Cadillac is close to the Sauternes wine region, known for its sweet, fortified styles. Today, choose from a variety of experiences in the surrounding region, from peaceful countryside to historic castles — with a full day here, you can choose multiple excursions. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Sauternes by coach

Active Freechoice Sauternes by bike

Scenic Freechoice Roquetaillade Castle

Scenic Freechoice Château Toulouse-Lautrec

8Day

Bordeaux City

France · Full day

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerBassins des Lumières

Return to Bordeaux today to discover more of its culinary and cultural delights. Foodies will relish the chance to visit a local market with a Scenic chef before an interactive demonstration on board in Scenic Culinaire, and there are also options for history buffs and active travelers. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Guided tour of Bordeaux

Active Freechoice Cycling tour of Bordeaux

Scenic Freechoice Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire

Scenic Freechoice Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII

Scenic Enrich Bassins des Lumières

9Day

Bordeaux — Bourg

France · Full day

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Continue exploring Bordeaux today with a variety of intriguing options. The city earned the nickname La Belle Endormie — “Sleeping Beauty” — when industry moved to the outskirts and the city was all but abandoned. In the late 20th century it was revived and restored to its former glory: the center was pedestrianized, limestone was revealed beneath blackened façades, and Bordeaux was listed as a World Heritage site with more than 300 structures declared historical monuments. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Cité du Vin museum

Scenic Freechoice Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar

Scenic Freechoice Visit Arcachon

Scenic Freechoice Eleanor of Aquitaine — the story of the queen who ruled France and England

10Day

Bourg

France · Dordogne

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

Your Scenic Space-Ship is docked in Bourg today, a picturesque town set on a rocky promontory. It began life as a defensive château in the 12th century and has grown over the centuries into a maze of ancient alleyways, moats and bell towers on the banks of the Dordogne. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Bourg with the Carriages Museum

Scenic Freechoice Historic Saintes

Scenic Freechoice Full-day excursion to Cognac

11Day

Bourg — Blaye — Bordeaux

France · Final night onboard

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Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerScenic Freechoice excursions

This morning you arrive in Blaye, set at a strategic position on the confluence of the Dordogne and Garonne rivers. This petite hamlet is most famous for its World Heritage-listed citadel, built to protect Bordeaux from enemy attack. Meals: B, L, D

Additional Activities & Experiences

Scenic Freechoice Walking tour of Blaye

Active Freechoice Active walking tour of Blaye

Active Freechoice Cycling along the Captain's Road

Scenic Freechoice Visit Château de La Roche Courbon

12Day

Bordeaux to Home

France · Disembarkation

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Breakfast included

Your cruise concludes this morning in Bordeaux. Disembark after breakfast, taking with you a lifetime of memories. Meals: B

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$5,695

9-Day Bordeaux Affair · 2028

Per person · Before discounts

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux · 2028 from $7,695 per person
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2028 DEPARTURES

9 Days · Bordeaux Affair

Mar29

Apr5

May2, 29

Jun25

Jul22, 29

Sep24

Oct1, 18

12 Days · Beautiful Bordeaux

Apr12, 22

May9, 19

Jun5, 15

Jul2, 12

Aug5, 15, 25

Sep4, 14

Oct8, 25

Both voyages sail round trip from Bordeaux aboard the Scenic Diamond.

9-Day Bordeaux Affair

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux

Beautiful Bordeaux river cruise route map

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

✔ All-inclusive luxury aboard the Scenic Diamond

✔ Butler service for all guests

✔ 20 meals (9-day) · 29 meals (12-day)

✔ Beverages all day, every day

✔ Mini-bar in all suites, restocked daily

✔ Scenic Freechoice shore excursions

✔ Exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences

✔ Complimentary e-bikes for use ashore

✔ All gratuities included

✔ Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard

WHY BOOK WITH RICK & TRACEY?

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2028 Departures	Jewel Deck	Sapphire Deck				Diamond Deck
	CAT EStandard Suite	CAT CBalcony Suite	CAT BBalcony Suite	CAT BJJunior Balcony Suite	SOLO RATECAT BSSingle Rate	CAT ABalcony Suite	CAT PBalcony Suite	CAT RJJunior Balcony Suite	CAT RARoyal Balcony Suite	CAT RSRoyal Panorama Suite	CAT RORoyal Owner's Suite
9-Day Bordeaux Affair	All prices shown per person (pp), twin share — Cat BS is a single rate
Mar 29 · Apr 5 · Oct 18	$5,695	$7,305	$7,375	$7,935	$8,425	$7,445	$7,515	$8,145	$8,915	$8,915	$9,825
May 2, 29 · Jun 25 · Jul 22 · Sep 24 · Oct 1	$6,395	$8,005	$8,075	$8,635	$9,125	$8,145	$8,215	$8,845	$9,615	$9,615	$10,525
Jul 29	$5,895	$7,505	$7,575	$8,135	$8,625	$7,645	$7,715	$8,345	$9,115	$9,115	$10,025
12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux
Apr 12, 22	$7,695	$10,095	$10,195	$10,495	$10,795	$10,295	$10,395	$11,095	$12,195	$12,195	$13,095
May 9, 19 · Jun 5, 15 · Jul 2, 12	$8,495	$10,895	$10,995	$11,295	$11,595	$11,095	$11,195	$11,895	$12,995	$12,995	$13,895
Aug 5, 15, 25 · Sep 4 · Oct 8, 25	$7,995	$10,395	$10,495	$10,795	$11,095	$10,595	$10,695	$11,395	$12,495	$12,495	$13,395
Sep 14	$8,595	$10,995	$11,095	$11,395	$11,695	$11,195	$11,295	$11,995	$13,095	$13,095	$13,995

Cat E

Standard Suite

Jewel Deck

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$5,695

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$7,695

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 160 sq ft suite

Private bedroom area with en-suite bathroom

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Cat C · B · A · P

Balcony Suite

Sapphire Deck (C, B) · Diamond Deck (A, P)

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$7,305

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$10,095

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 205 sq ft suite

Private balcony

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Cat BJ · RJ

Junior Balcony Suite

Sapphire Deck (BJ) · Diamond Deck (RJ)

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$7,935

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$10,495

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 250 sq ft suite

Private balcony · Scenic Sun Lounge

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Cat RS

Royal Panorama Suite

Diamond Deck

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$8,915

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$12,195

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 269 sq ft suite

Balcony · Scenic Sun Lounge

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Cat RA

Royal Balcony Suite

Diamond Deck

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$8,915

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$12,195

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 315 sq ft suite

Lounge area · balcony · Scenic Sun Lounge

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Cat RO

Royal Owner's Suite

Diamond Deck · Ship's Largest Suite

2028 · From

9-Day Bordeaux Affair$9,825

12-Day Beautiful Bordeaux$13,095

Per person, twin share

Suite Features

Approx. 510 sq ft one-bedroom suite

Living area, bar & walk-in robe

Balcony · Scenic Sun Lounge

Butler service for all guests

Mini-bar restocked daily · beverages all day

Complimentary Wi-Fi & e-bikes for use ashore

All gratuities included

Prices are per person based on double occupancy (twin share) and are subject to change. Cat BS is a single rate. Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Bordeaux, France. Passport required. Itinerary and excursions are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors. Single rates available — contact Rick & Tracey for details.