Tour Wine Roads Of France & Portugal (2025) (Bordeaux To Lisbon,

Meals

All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients 17 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 14 dinners Welcome and Farewell Dinners Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water

Accommodation

7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom onboard the S.S. Bon Voyage 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel 3 nights in Lisbon at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade (or similar) Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows Free Wi-Fi

Transport

S.S. Bon Voyage and S.S. São Gabriel Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)

Guide

Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager

Others

3 countries: France, Portugal, and Spain 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines) Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment Excursions included: - Fresh Médoc Oysters Tasting - Bourg sur Gironde Stroll - Saint-Émilion Walking Tour with Wine Tasting - Village Day: Libourne with Farmer’s Market - Nights Out: After Hours at the Bassins des Lumières - Douro Museum - Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain’s Oldest University - Lamego Walking Tour with Tasting - Nights Out: Dinner at a Local Quinta - Braga City Tour - Lisbon City Tour Additional excursions to choose from: - Médoc Châteaux Route with Private Wine Tasting - Let’s Go: Bike in the Médoc Vineyards - Private Owner’s Tour of Royal Château with Sauternes Toast - The Colorful Life of Toulouse-Lautrec - Panoramas of Route de la Corniche Fleurie with Blaye Fortress - Intimate Experience with Local Wine & Art Connoisseurs - Do as the Locals Do: Bordeaux Walking Tour - Let’s Go: Bike Bordeaux Backstreets - Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting - Let’s Go: Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta - Castelo Rodrigo - Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley - Porto Panoramic Tour - Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour

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Day 1 Day 1: Bordeaux (Embark)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Bordeaux (Embark)

Arrive at Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.
Day 2 Day 2: Cussac Fort Médoc
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Cussac Fort Médoc

The legendary Médoc region abounds with prestigious wine châteaux in a dizzying array of architectural styles, as well as miles of grapevines stretching to infinity. Take a scenic drive through the storied Médoc wine route, followed by a wine tasting at a beautiful wine estate.

Excursions included:
- Fresh Médoc Oysters Tasting

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Médoc Châteaux Route with Private Wine Tasting
- Let’s Go: Bike in the Médoc Vineyards
Day 3 Day 3: Cadillac
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Cadillac

The French phrase “la douceur de vivre” is an accurate description for your time in Cadillac, known for its deliciously flavored dessert wines. Visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve, site of Henry IV’s and Queen Margot’s tempestuous love. Meet the owner around a glass of Sauternes in the reception hall.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Private Owner’s Tour of Royal Château with Sauternes Toast
- The Colorful Life of Toulouse-Lautrec
Day 4 Day 4: Blaye, Bourg Sur Gironde
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Blaye, Bourg Sur Gironde

The Route de la Corniche Fleurie…could this be the most beautiful road you’ve ever traveled? Find out today on the drive to Blaye Fortress, passing through one impossibly picturesque hamlet after another. Once you arrive, you’ll discover the wonders of this historic fortress, a UNESCO-designated citadel that once protected Bordeaux from attacks by sea.

Excursions included:
- Bourg sur Gironde Stroll

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Panoramas of Route de la Corniche Fleurie with Blaye Fortress
- Intimate Experience with Local Wine & Art Connoisseurs
Day 5 Day 5: Libourne (Saint-Émilion)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Libourne (Saint-Émilion)

With Libourne as your base, travel to nearby breathtaking Saint-Émilion and immerse yourself more deeply in the region’s history and wine culture. The medieval town of Saint-Émilion is an ideal place to linger. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with wine shops and bakeries, and stop to admire the amazing rock-hewn church that extends beneath the city’s streets.

Excursions included:
- Saint-Émilion Walking Tour with Wine Tasting
Day 6 Day 6: Libourne, Bordeaux
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Libourne, Bordeaux

France’s rich agricultural tradition is the heart and soul of the region’s exquisite cuisine—and what better way to get a taste for the freshest vegetables, cheeses, breads and fruits than with a visit to Libourne’s lively farmers’ market?

Excursions included:
- Village Day: Libourne with Farmer’s Market
- Nights Out: After Hours at the Bassins des Lumières
Day 7 Day 7: Bordeaux
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Bordeaux

Discover Bordeaux’s many charms today, either on foot with a local expert or on two wheels—the locals’ preferred way to navigate the city’s charming backstreets. You have a wonderful selection of active opportunities to see this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Do as the Locals Do: Bordeaux Walking Tour
- Let’s Go: Bike Bordeaux Backstreets
Day 8 Day 8: Bordeaux (Disembark), Fly To Portugal, Porto (Embark)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Bordeaux (Disembark), Fly To Portugal, Porto (Embark)

Disembark the ship and transfer to Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport for your flight to Porto, where you’ll board the S.S. São Gabriel.
Day 9 Day 9: RéGua, Pinhão
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: RéGua, Pinhão

Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum. Later, partake in a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.

Excursions included:
- Douro Museum

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting
- Let’s Go: Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta
Day 10 Day 10: Pinhão, Pocinho, Vega De Terrón
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Pinhão, Pocinho, Vega De Terrón

Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Castelo Rodrigo
- Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley
Day 11 Day 11: Vega De Terrón (Salamanca), Barca D’Alva
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Vega De Terrón (Salamanca), Barca D’Alva

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.

Excursions included:
- Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain’s Oldest University
Day 12 Day 12: Barca D’Alva, Régua
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Barca D’Alva, Régua

Discover the wonders of a special town right in the gateway of the Douro Valley, Lamego. Later, enjoy a Night Out with dinner at a local quinta.

Excursions included:
- Lamego Walking Tour with Tasting
- Nights Out: Dinner at a Local Quinta
Day 13 Day 13: RéGua, Porto (Braga)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: RéGua, Porto (Braga)

Discover the oldest town in Portugal today on a visit to Braga, where 2,000 years of history mingle with a youthful modern culture.

Excursions included:
- Braga City Tour
Day 14 Day 14: Porto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Porto

Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Porto Panoramic Tour
- Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour
Day 15 Day 15: Porto (Disembark), Transfer To Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Porto (Disembark), Transfer To Lisbon

Disembark the ship and board a motorcoach, heading south through Portugal’s picturesque countryside to Lisbon where you will check in to your hotel.
Day 16 Day 16: Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Lisbon

Everything old is new again in the Portuguese capital. Get to know this hilly metropolis with a city tour that shows you all the top sights and treats you to an iconic, locally made pastry.

Excursions included:
- Lisbon City Tour
Day 17 Day 17: Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Lisbon

Experience your own “Age of Discovery” with a full day to explore Lisbon however you wish. The city hosts remarkable museums and excellent shopping, and natives of Lisbon boast that they have the best food in the world.
Day 18 Day 18: Lisbon (Depart)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Lisbon (Depart)

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Lisbon Portela Airport for your flight home.

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Wine Roads Of France & Portugal (2025) (Bordeaux To Lisbon,

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Itinerary of your trip Wine Roads Of France & Portugal (2025) (Bordeaux To Lisbon,

Day 1: Bordeaux (Embark)

Day 2: Cussac Fort Médoc

Day 3: Cadillac

Day 4: Blaye, Bourg Sur Gironde

Day 5: Libourne (Saint-Émilion)

Day 6: Libourne, Bordeaux

Day 7: Bordeaux

Day 8: Bordeaux (Disembark), Fly To Portugal, Porto (Embark)

Day 9: RéGua, Pinhão

Day 10: Pinhão, Pocinho, Vega De Terrón

Day 11: Vega De Terrón (Salamanca), Barca D’Alva

Day 12: Barca D’Alva, Régua

Day 13: RéGua, Porto (Braga)

Day 14: Porto

Day 15: Porto (Disembark), Transfer To Lisbon

Day 16: Lisbon

Day 17: Lisbon

Day 18: Lisbon (Depart)

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