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What to expect

Explore Wine Regions

Explore Wine Regions

Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion & the Médoc

Optional Excursions

Optional Excursions

Wine tastings, citadels & guided tours

Sightseeing

Sightseeing

The Gironde Estuary, Libourne & more

MS Cyrano De Bergerac

MS Cyrano De Bergerac

Your own cabin with panoramic views

About this trip...

Settle into life on board the MS Cyrano De Bergerac and share an easy-going river cruise as you glide through one of France’s most celebrated wine regions. Cruising the Garonne and Dordogne, you’ll enjoy discovering Bordeaux and its surrounding landscapes, while having your own private cabin to retreat to whenever you wish. With flights, transfers, all-inclusive dining and drinks, and a Tour Leader taking care of the details, the experience feels relaxed, sociable and completely effortless—leaving you free to enjoy great company, beautiful scenery and the simple pleasure of slow travel.


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What's this?

What's included?

  • Flights from London Gatwick to Bordeaux
  • Transfers
  • Main deck sole occupancy cabin
  • All Inclusive
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

What's extra:

  • Prices available on request for regional flights 
  • Cabin upgrades – prices available on request
  • Shore Excursions
  • Insurance click here

Itinerary

  • Bordeaux
  • Bordeaux-Cussac-Fort Medoc
  • Cussac-Fort Medoc- The Gironde Estuary
  • Blaye-Libourne-Saint Emillion
  • Libourne-Bordeaux
  • Bordeaux

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival into Bordeaux

Day One: Arrival into Bordeaux

After our flight from the UK to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, France, passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00pm. After comfortably settling into your cabin, there will be a welcome cocktail where you will meet the crew and fellow Solos guests.
Day 2: Bordeaux - Cussac-Fort-Medoc - The Médoc

Day 2: Bordeaux - Cussac-Fort-Medoc - The Médoc

This morning, we'll begin sailing towards Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
 
In the afternoon, join us for the optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion proposed: Following the trail of the grands crus wines of Médoc* (only on pre-booking before departure), a renowned region where the most famous of all red wines in the world are cultivated.
 
We'll return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment.
 
  • All Inclusive

This excursion can only be pre-booked. Price £74.

Departure by coach to discover the Médoc, prestigious wine-growing region. A corner of the world that produces the most prestigious red wines on the planet, tightly wedged between an ocean and an estuary. A mild, humid microclimate which has been favourable to the development of the vines. We will go through most of the Médoc appellations (Saint Julien, Margaux, Haut-Médoc). On the famous Châteaux Route, we will stop to taste the famous wines of the region. On the way you will see major domains such as Châteaux Laffitte-Rothschild, Latour and Mouton Rothschild. Return to the boat at the end of the afternoon.

NB: Visit mostly by coach. Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.


Day Three: Cussac-Fort-Medoc - The Gironde Estuary - Blaye

Day Three: Cussac-Fort-Medoc - The Gironde Estuary - Blaye

We'll start sailing early this morning towards Blaye, whose Citadel built by Vauban is not to be missed. 
 
At the end of the afternoon, we'll return on board and cruise on the Gironde all the way to the estuary. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

  • All Inclusive

Join us on the optional excursions proposed:

Blaye & its citadel in a tourist train with a tasting of regional products and wine. Price before departure £42 - On board £47.

We'll set off on a tourist train to discover the history and heritage of Blaye and its citadel. Perched on a cliff with a magnificent view of the Gironde Estuary, the Blaye Citadel has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The garrison possesses immense gates, underground passages, fortified buildings, and almost a mile of ramparts. The defence system created by Vauban to defend Bordeaux from invasions has remained intact. This tour will take you along the historic streets of Blaye and introduce you to the citadel's architecture. You'll then cross the vineyards to the Château Marquis de Vauban restaurant to tour the wine cellar and enjoy a tasting of local products. We’ll return to the ship on the train. *

NB: Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change. Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes. *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.

 

 

 

Day Four: Blaye - Libourne - Saint-Émilion

Day Four: Blaye - Libourne - Saint-Émilion

We'll cruise to Libourne, a town rich with history and full of character located at the confluence with the Isle and the Dordogne Rivers. Upon arrival, join us on the optional excursions proposed. We'll return on board in Libourne. Tonight is our festive gala dinner and evening.

  • All Inclusive

CLASSIC: Departure by coach from Libourne for the excursion to Saint-Émilion. Price before departure: £74 - £83 on board

Guided tour of the underground monuments in Saint-Émilion village. Your guide will tell you all about the history of the medieval town. You will then visit an exceptional troglodytic site with, undoubtedly, its most original monument, the Monolithic church. Hewn entirely in limestone, it is the largest in Europe. You will then depart for a visit of a family-owned wine-growing estate, where you will be welcomed by the owner, who will explain the stages of the wine-making process in Saint-Émilion. A wine tasting* session will complete the visit. Return to Libourne by coach.

NB: The tour will take place entirely on foot, so wear sturdy shoes

The visit to the underground sites involves certain rooms which may be poorly lit and confined.

*Alcohol abuse is dangerous to your health, please consume with moderation.

The order of visits can be modified. Times are approximate.

DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting*. Price before departure £89 - £99 on board

Discover this former English bastide. Located at the confluence of the Isle and Dordogne Rivers, Libourne expanded around its port. We'll see the Saint John the Baptist Church, Abel Surchamp Square, and the imposing clock tower in the grand harbour. Then, we'll hop on our electric bikes and head over to the Pomerol wine-growing area. We'll enjoy a wine tasting*

PLEASE NOTE: Please wear sturdy shoes/ *Alcohol abuse is dangerous to your health, please consume with moderation. The order of visits can be modified. Times are approximate. Electrically assisted bicycles available - Helmets are provided on all our cycling tours.

Day Five: Libourne - Bordeaux

Day Five: Libourne - Bordeaux

We'll cruise towards Bordeaux this morning. Join us on the optional excursions proposed. When we return, we enjoy an evening of entertainment.

  •  All Inclusive

CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum. Price before departure £50 – On board £56

The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum. Set out with your guide on foot to explore the old neighbourhood where wine merchants performed their trade—the Chartrons District. You'll visit the Wine and Commerce Museum to trace the history of Bordeaux's classic nectar. We'll enjoy a tasting of wine.*

NB: Please wear sturdy shoes. The order of visits can be modified. Times are approximate. *Alcohol abuse is dangerous to your health, please consume with moderation.

DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumières Price: Price before departure £73 - £82 On board

With our guide leading you, discover this unique digital art centre within a former submarine base built by the Germans during their occupation of France during World War II. Each year, the centre hosts a different multimedia exhibit, perfectly adapted to the architecture's grandeur and reflective waters.

 

 

 

Day Six: Bordeaux

Day Six: Bordeaux

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00am and transfer to the airport for our flight home, taking with us memories of a fabulous holiday.

  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

MS Cyrano De Bergerac

Every shade of blue, from night blue on the walls to the soft blue on the leather sofas, dress every space of the ship. The colour orange brings a touch of pep to the lounge / bar. During the cruise, all meals are served in the restaurant which is located on the middle deck. The lounge / bar, at the front of the ship, will welcome passengers during evening entertainment, aperitif games... Do not hesitate to go to the sun deck to relax! Equipped with armchairs and sun loungers you can relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Facilities include:

During the cruise, all meals are served in the restaurant which is located on the middle deck. The lounge/bar at the front of the ship welcomes passengers during evening entertainment and aperitif games. Do not hesitate to go to the sun deck to relax! Equipped with armchairs and sun loungers, you can relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Room includes:

The upper deck cabins have wide windows with French balconies, those on the middle deck have large windows and on the main deck the cabins have portholes.

Amenities: TV, telephone (for internal calls only), bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, Wi-Fi.

Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
12 Aug 2026 17 Aug 2026 5
£1589
   Please call for regional flights

Essential Information

On Board Assistance
If there is no Solos Host on board you will be looked by the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Language's on Board
Official languages on board : French and English.
Embarkation/Disembarkation
Boarding and check-in on the ship will be indicated on your boarding pass provided in your travel log (after booking). We ask that you respect this schedule. The ship itself is held to respect the schedules of navigation envisaged for the route, in order to respect the program of navigation throughout the cruise. If you arrive earlier in the day, you can generally leave most of your luggage on board our ships. 
 
Your agent can also inform our ships that you will be arriving earlier, when booking. At the end of the cruise, the landing is usually scheduled for 9:00 am for all passengers. In the event that we are responsible for your transfer to the airport, we will ensure that you arrive in time for your flight and connections.   At the end of the cruise, the landing is usually scheduled for 9:00 am for all passengers. 
 
In the event that we are responsible for your transfer to the airport, we will ensure that you arrive in time for your flight and connections.
How to pay on board?
CroisiEurope only accepts euros on board the boats. We do not accept sterling, US dollars or any other currency. We do not accept travelers checks on board. Make sure you get euros before boarding, which will allow you to pay for all your purchases. CroisiEurope accepts American Express, Visa and MasterCard. You may wish to contact your bank or the company that issued your credit card to warn them that you are departing on holiday.
Special Diets and Allergies
Please inform us at the time of your booking whether you require a special diet or suffer from allergies. We can then inform CroisiEurope.
Gala Evening: a tradition and a must!
The gala evening is a long-awaited tradition in the world of cruising. This is the night we like to dress up, although no dress code is imposed. The crew all in their dress uniform, are presented to the passengers who are invited have a pre-dinner drink with the captain in the company of the purser, and the head chef. That evening, the chef serves a banquet paying a special tribute to the world of French gastronomy and the experience of CroisiEurope’s chefs in these matters. Dancing follows this gala dinner in the lounge bar.
Wi-Fi on Board: Stay connected
All the company's European fleet are equipped with free Wi-Fi for passengers. This internet connection is available in all lounges / bars and receptions. The Wi-Fi is free to use. For passengers who do not have computer equipment, we have equipped each boat  with a touch pad that can be lent to them when needed.
Dress Code
During the day, you will be more comfortable in a casual outfit. We advise you to bring clothes that do not wrinkle, or that can easily be transported because there are no ironing facilities on board our fleet. Remember to dress according to the weather, the season and the environment of your cruise e.g light suits and swimsuits for warm weather; sweater or jacket for cooler weather; sweatshirt, rain gear and small umbrella. 
 
Do not forget to bring comfortable walking shoes in your suitcase. They will be very useful during excursions! Regarding dinners, cocktails and galas, it is advisable to dress up a little more without the need, for gentlemen, necessarily to wear a jacket and tie. Finally, on any excursion, when you visit places of worship, make sure to opt for an appropriate outfit, neither too light nor too undressed, so as not to be prohibited entry.
Gratuities
Tipping habits vary from country and culture. At CroisiEurope, they are collected centrally in a box at reception at the end of the stay and shared equally between all members of the crew. This token from our passengers shows that they appreciated the quality of the services and the attention they received during the cruise at all levels. How much should I leave? A tip between £5 and £10 per day per person is an average, but each passenger is, of course, free to give what they want. 
 
An envelope is deposited for this purpose in your cabin during your last evening on board. Slip it in the box provided for this purpose at the reception before disembarking.
Safety on Board
All our ships are certified Bureau Veritas. Life jackets and life buoy are located in your cabins as well as on the sun deck. During the presentation of the crew, all safety instructions will be provided. For safety reasons, it is forbidden to smoke on board any of our fleet as it is a closed environment. However, smokers are invited to go to the sun deck, where ashtrays are provided.
What's Not Included
Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)  - personal expenses - the concert of Viennese music.
What is Included
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from speciality lists) - sole-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.
Shore Excursions
Excursions can be booked at the time of booking the cruise, until up to one week before departure or on board the boat. Reservations made before the departure of a package of complete excursions or ‘excursions à la carte’ are at a discounted price compared to reservations made on board. It is possible to choose between two excursion formulas according to the tastes and desires: the "classic package" or the "discovery" package". 
 
In the discovery package all the excursions are brand new and give a different and more energized point of view on the proposed destinations. If the classics are rather "piano", the dynamics are "allegro" with unusual visits. These excursions although sportier still remain accessible to the greatest number of passengers. However, all discoveries are customizable. 
 
Each passenger is free to choose one or the other formula when booking before or during the cruise and can mix "classic" and "discovery" for the excursions ‘à la carte’ only.
Travel Requirements
To travel with CroisiEurope you will need to bring a valid national identity card or passport. Depending on the destination, make sure you have an up-to-date passport. This must be valid for at least six months after the date of your landing. Visas may be necessary for distant destinations.
 

From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.

Medical Requirements
All passengers shall ensure that they are medically and physically fit to undertake a trip.  No medical services are offered aboard the ship.
Reduced mobility: adapted cabins
CroisiEurope welcomes passengers with reduced mobility and endeavors to facilitate their access to both the facilities on board and on the available excursions. Before booking, the company requires passengers with reduced mobility to mention their specific needs. People with reduced mobility or have trouble getting around can benefit from adapted cabins. 
 
Our ships with 2 decks, meanwhile, are well thought-out in terms of layout, so common facilities (restaurant, lounge bar, reception) on one level: the main deck, which also has cabins. Some of our excursions can cause difficulties for people with reduced mobility (walking for several hours, destabilizing floor coverings, elevation, etc.), participation in some excursions and travel is subject to the sufficient mobility of the passenger. With the help of https://www.specialneedsatsea.com/ we may be able to arrange further assistance on request.
Electric Voltage
The voltage on board is 220V.
Cabins
All cabins are located above the water level and offer panoramic views of the landscape thanks to large windows or portholes (depending on the boat or deck.) They are all equipped with toilet, shower and washbasin. Towels, shower gel and shampoo are provided. Very comfortable, they have many amenities: flat screen television, hairdryer, safe and plenty of storage space. Depending on the the ship, our cabins have 2 twin beds, a large bed or 2 separable beds. Our cabins are air conditioned and have a thermostat to adjust the temperature of heating and air conditioning.

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