Nikki B Jones

JONES GETAWAYS

Taste of Bordeaux- River Cruise on AmaDolce

Oct 9, 2025 to Oct 19, 2025
BORDEAUX, FRANCE

Welcome to

TASTE OF BORDEAUX

on AMAWaterways!

OCT 9 - OCT 16, 2025  

 Follow wine's journey from countryside to cask as you tour centuries-old vineyards and taste Bordeaux's finest vintages throughout your river cruise experience. Step into living history when you visit historic Roquetaillade Castle and Château Boutinet. There's so much more to experience as we travel together through the Bordeaux region. 
 
TASTE OF BORDEAUX ITINERARY
(optional 3 night post cruise available)
 Oct 9, 2025
 Bordeaux - Embarkation 
Embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise.
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Oct 10, 2025 
Bordeaux & Libourne
Welcome to Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux’s most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint Émilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. Afterwards, enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at either Château de Ferrand or Château de Pressac. Alternately, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Émilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion.Bordeaux Morning scenic cruising Libourne Saint-Émilion excursion and Grand Cru Classé wine tasting OR
Saint-Émilion Excursion OR Saint-Émilion bike tour and wine tasting
 
Oct 11, 2025 
Libourne - Blaye
Stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town by hiking through one of Libourne’s renowned vineyards.
 
Oct 12, 2025 
Blaye & Bourg
Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride around Blaye along a former railway. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. Or, in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles, and the World War II Petrol Cistern. Towards the evening, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing.
 
Oct 13, 2025
Cussac Fort Medoc
Cussac-Fort-Medoc is a peaceful commune in southwestern France and your is gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Pichon Longueville. You’ll then visit either Château Léoville Barton or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. More active guests can hike through the vineyards of Château Margaux and taste local specialties. Alternatively, you may enjoy a drive along the coast to Soulac-sur-Mer where you’ll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan lighthouse known to be the oldest in France.
 
Oct 14, 2025
Cadillac & Bordeaux
Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Château de Rayne Vigneau or Château Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. 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.
 
Oct 15, 2025
Bordeaux 
The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a “City of Art and History.” You’ll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city’s amazing network of bicycle paths. Depending on your interests, you have a choice from three excursions in the afternoon. Enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Alternately, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins des Lumières. Or, explore the enriching city of Bordeaux at your own leisure.
 
Oct 16, 2025
Bordeaux - Disembarkation 
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home.
 
INCLUDED FEATURES
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • - 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • - Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • - Desk and sitting area
  • - Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • - Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy
  • eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • - Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • - Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • - Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
  • - Fitness room, massage services and hair
  • - Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • - Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • - All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • - Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • - The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • - Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • - La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • - Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • - Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • - Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • - Tapas, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • - Immersive tours in every destination
  • - Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • - Bike tours and hikes
  • - Special Interest Tours
  • - Knowledgeable guides
  • - Personal headset for easy exploration
LAND PROGRAM (IF ADDING THIS OPTION)
  • - Transfer from Bordeaux to Tours via motor coach
  • - 2 nights Château in the Loire Valley, including city tour, châteaux visits and daily breakfast
  • - 1 night hotel in Paris at the Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similar), including daily breakfast
 
REMINDER: YOU HAVE THE OPTION TO DO THE BORDEAUX 7-DAY CRUISE ONLY  
 
 
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

- AIRFARE

- TRAVEL PROTECTION

 
  • CANCELLATION POLICY & PAYMENT PLAN

Non-refundable deposit: $1,500

Monthly payments of $500.00 per person are required the 1st of every month until paid in full.

Remaining balances for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1st, 2025.

All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments, are nonrefundable.

 
Cancellation policy of a part charter is based on the above schedule, which differs from AMAWaterways cancellation within their terms & conditions.
 
Join us, Nikki and Tommie, your hosts on this epic Bordeaux wine adventure!

Available Packages

Suite SOLD OUT (WAITLIST AVAILABLE)
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

$6,570.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable
Suite Violin Deck
French Balcony, 255 sq. ft
 
***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $730pp discount ($1460 per cabin discount) price includes discount
 
SUITE FEATURES
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities


Category A+ (SOLD OUT)
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

$6,345.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable

Category A+ Violin Deck

French Balcony, 225 sq. ft.

***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $705pp discount ($1410 per cabin discount) price includes discount

 
FRENCH BALCONY CATEGORY A+
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities

French Balcony Category A
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

$5,535.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable

Category A Violin Deck

French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.

***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $615pp discount ($1230 per cabin discount) price includes discount

 
FRENCH BALCONY CATEGORY A
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities

French Balcony Category B
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

Starting At: $5,490.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable

Category B Violin & Cello Deck

French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.

***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $610pp discount ($1220 per cabin discount) price includes discount

 
FRENCH BALCONY CATEGORY B
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities

Category C
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

$5,220.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable

Category C Violin & Cello Deck

French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.

***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $580pp discount ($1160 per cabin discount) price includes discount

 
FRENCH BALCONY CATEGORY C
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities

Category D
Unavailable as of April 30, 2024

$4,455.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person

Unavailable
Category D  Piano DeckFixed Windows, 170 sq. ft.
 
***SPECIAL OFFER*** BOOK BY APRIL 30th for $495pp discount ($990 per cabin discount) price includes discount
 
  • In-room temperature control
  • Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Desk and chair
 
TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • Monthly payments of $500 per person are required on the 1st of every month until paid in full.
  • Remaining balance for all cabin categories must be received no later than April 1, 2025
  • All cabin deposits, as well as all subsequent payments are nonrefundable
  • Rate includes: Port fees, taxes, drink package and gratuities

Extra Options

3 Night Post Cruise
Available until January 31, 2025

$1,214.40

NOTE: Price listed in per person. Select 2 guests in the drop down.
 
Post Cruise
 
  • Transfer from Bordeaux to Excursions via motor coach
  • 2 nights Chateaux in the Loire Valley, including city tour, chateaux visits and daily breakfast
  • 1 night hotel in Paris at the Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similiar), including daily breakfast