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14 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Taste of Christmas) 2 Nights Bilbao 2 Nights San Sebastian Pre Cruise and 2 Nights Loire Valley 1 Night P Cruise and Land Tour

From Bilbao, (Spain) to Paris, (France)

AmaDolce
AMA Waterways
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14359751
Sail Date: Sunday, Dec 10, 2028
Return Date: Sunday, Dec 24, 2028
Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
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14 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Taste of Christmas) 2 Nights Bilbao 2 Nights San Sebastian Pre Cruise and 2 Nights Loire Valley 1 Night P Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Dec 10, 2028
Day
1
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
Check into your hotel for the beginning of your Basque Country land package.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Dec 11, 2028
Day
2
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Guernica, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Bilbao, Spain
Travel to the Basque town of Guernica, infamously bombed by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War - and the subject of one of Picasso's most renowned paintings. Immerse yourself in culture and visit the open-air market where you'll find a variety of local specialties, from cheese to peppers to fish. Later in the day, take an informative walking tour through Bilbao and learn how to order Basque tapas, known locally as pintxos, and revered for their small size and big taste. (B) ...
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Tuesday - Dec 12, 2028
Day
3
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
Take a deep dive into the contemporary art within the world-famous Guggenheim Museum, a work of art itself. Designed by architect Frank Gehry, the museum features a daring and innovative facade and showcases work by such artists as Andy Warhol, German artist Anselm Kiefer, and Basque masters Eduardo Chillida and Jorge Oteiza. Later in the day, transfer to San Sebastian and check into your hotel. In the evening, take a stroll through Old Town, the second-oldest neighborhood in the city, where distinctive architecture and pintxos bars beckon, made even more romantic by the evening light. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Dec 13, 2028
Day
4
San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
Discover the charms of the "City by the Bay of Biscay". Known in the Basque language as Donostia, San Sebastian was once a prominent fishing village and was burned to the ground in 1813 after being occupied by Napoleonic troops. However, by 1887, after rebuilding, the city flourished as a popular tourist destination and spa resort. Later in the day, enjoy some free time in the city renowned for holding the second-highest number of Michelin stars per square meter. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Dec 14, 2028
Day
5
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Bayonne, France
  • Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 5 - Thursday - Dec 14, 2028
Day
5
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Bordeaux, France
Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D)
  • Bordeaux, France
Step aboard your river cruise and settle in for a magical start to your Bordeaux journey. Sip a welcome drink, admire the festive decor, and prepare for a holiday season filled with wine, culture, and yuletide cheer.
Friday - Dec 15, 2028
Day
6
Libourne, France
  • Libourne, France
Journey through the charming vineyards of Saint-Emilion, tasting celebrated wines and wandering the monolithic church and its hidden catacombs. Prefer an active adventure? Cycle through the wintery countryside, soaking in the beauty of Bordeaux's elite wine region.
Saturday - Dec 16, 2028
Day
7
Libourne, France
  • Libourne, France
Stroll Libourne's colorful open-air market sampling seasonal treats, visit an ancient watermill to learn traditional breadmaking, or hike through vineyards with wine and tapas in hand-holiday delights await every step of the way.
Sunday - Dec 17, 2028
Day
8
Blaye, France
  • Blaye, France
  • Bourg, France
Explore Blaye's 17th-century citadel or take a scenic bike ride, then discover Bourg's historic Carriage Museum. In the evening, toast the season with an exclusive wine festival featuring local vintages, live music, and festive dancing.
Monday - Dec 18, 2028
Day
9
Fort Medoc, France
  • Fort Medoc, France
Delight in a guided tour of Medoc's renowned wine estates and savor Grand Cru wines. For the adventurous, hike through the vineyards, enjoying wintery scenery and seasonal specialties along the way.
Tuesday - Dec 19, 2028
Day
10
Cadillac, France
  • Cadillac, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Cazeneuve, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Cadillac, France
Visit the impressive Chateau Royal de Cazeneuve, an amazingly preserved masterpiece owned by the same noble family for generations to the current day. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade Castle and Cadillac Castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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Wednesday - Dec 20, 2028
Day
11
  • Bordeaux, France
Explore Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage-listed streets, visit Les Halles de Bacalan market for seasonal tastings, or bike along scenic paths. In the afternoon, enjoy the spectacular holiday light show at Les Bassins de Lumieres or a festive tour of the Bordeaux Wine Museum.
Thursday - Dec 21, 2028
Day
12
  • Bordeaux, France
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)
  • Bordeaux, France
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 12 - Thursday - Dec 21, 2028
Day
12
  • Bus Travel
  • Cognac, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Amboise, France
Disembark the ship and transfer to Amboise, with a visit to Cognac en route for lunch and free time before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Dec 22, 2028
Day
13
Amboise, France
  • Amboise, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Chenonceau, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Amboise, France
Visit three of the Loire Valley's regal chateaux starting with the Chateau de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France. This chateau has been referred to as the "Women's Castle" since it is the only castle in the region that has been built, inhabited, and saved by women during the Renaissance. Chateau du Clos Luce was Leonardo da Vinci's last home where he completed some of his most famous works under the patronage of the King of France. The Chateau d'Amboise, perched on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, was the first Renaissance chateau built in the Loire Valley and features extravagant residences, gardens, and a Gothic chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Dec 23, 2028
Day
14
  • Amboise, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Chambord, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Blois, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Paris, France
Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic chateaux. While Chateau de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest chateau in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Chateau de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Dec 24, 2028
Day
15
  • Paris, France
Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B)
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