Welcome to Bordeaux, where your crew are ready to receive you onboard the luxurious Scenic Diamond. The moniker 'Sleeping Beauty' or La Belle Endormie was given to Bordeaux when industry was moved to the outskirts and the city was all but abandoned. In the late 20th century, the city was revived and restored to its former glory. The city center was pedestrianized, limestone was revealed under blackened facades, and Bordeaux was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with more than 300 structures declared historical monuments. It's now one of the most desirable places in France to live and visit. ... Read More
This morning is spent onboard relaxing as you cruise into the beautiful 13th-century port of Libourne. 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. 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. ... Read More
Sunday - Sep 27, 2026
Day 3
Libourne, France
Blaye, France
Today you'll have the opportunity to explore Libourne and its surrounding wine-growing region.
Monday - Sep 28, 2026
Day 4
Blaye, France
Fort Medoc, France
This morning you will arrive in Blaye. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect the city of Bordeaux from enemy attacks.
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.
Departing Bordeaux early, your Scenic Space-Ship will cruise along the Garonne River to Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, this charming, fortified city is centered around its magnificent chateau.
Waking this morning in Bordeaux, you will have several options to explore this incredible city. Founded by the Celts around 300 BC and became part of Julius Caesar's Roman Empire in the 1st century. It has been an important trading port since the Middle Ages.
Board your included flight from Bordeaux to Madrid where you will stay three glorious nights.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Oct 3, 2026
Day 9
Madrid, Spain
Enjoy a tour of Madrid with a local guide this morning. You'll explore the 17th-century Austrian Quarter, the Sabatini Gardens, and the famous Cibeles and Neptune fountains. There will also be stops to see a traditional bullfighting ring, admire a panorama of the Royal Palace, and visit the unique Templo de Debod, an Egyptian temple from the second century BC that was given to the city by the Egyptian government. This evening, join your fellow guests for a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Oct 4, 2026
Day 10
Madrid, Spain
Monday - Oct 5, 2026
Day 11
Madrid, Spain
After breakfast, transfer to Madrid Airport with memories of a truly unforgettable journey.
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