Jen Altheide
Bordeaux, France - River Cruise on AmaDolce
Oct 9, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025
BORDEAUX, FRANCE
Welcome to
TASTE OF BORDEAUX
on AMAWaterways!
OCT 9 - OCT 16, 2025
This Girl Jen! Dream Vacations is excited to host you on an unforgettable river cruise through Bordeaux, on AmaWaterways, AmaDolce. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with us— the itinerary is below and reserve your cabin today for this once-in-a-lifetime experience!
TASTE OF BORDEAUX ITINERARY
(optional 3 night post cruise to Paris available)
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Oct 9, 2025
Bordeaux - Embarkation Embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. 
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.
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| 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
| WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED |
- Airfare
- Travel Protection
- Incidentals
- anything not listed above
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Payment Plan & Cancelation Policy
Non-refundable deposit: $2,000
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
Cancelation policy of a part charter is based on the above schedule, which differs from AMAWaterways cancellation within their terms & conditions.
Join us, on this epic Bordeaux wine and food adventure!
Questions: Call Jen Altheide, This Girl Jen! Dream Vacations
949.330.3300
Available Packages
French Balcony Category A (prices is per person)
Available until
June 1, 2025
- 1 left
Starting At: $6,150.00
Deposit: $2,500.00 per person
Category AViolin DeckFrench Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
- In-room temperature control
- Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads
- 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
CABIN CATEGORY BOOKING TERMS
- Cabin assignments are subject to availability and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Your cabin category will only be confirmed upon receipt of a confirmation letter from AmaWaterways.
- We encourage early booking to increase the likelihood of securing your preferred cabin category.
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 (price per person)
Unavailable as of
May 1, 2025
Starting At: $6,100.00
Deposit: $2,500.00 per person
Category BViolin & Cello DeckFrench Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
- 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
CABIN CATEGORY BOOKING TERMS
- Cabin assignments are subject to availability and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Your cabin category will only be confirmed upon receipt of a confirmation letter from AmaWaterways.
- We encourage early booking to increase the likelihood of securing your preferred cabin category.
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 -SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of
December 2, 2024
$4,950.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
SOLD OUT Category D Piano Deck, Fixed Windows, 170sq ft.
Suite - SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of
April 15, 2024
$7,300.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person
SOLD OUTSuiteViolin DeckFrench Balcony, 255 sq. ft
CATEGORY A+ - SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of
April 15, 2024
$7,050.00
Deposit: $750.00 per person
SOLD OUTCategory A+Violin DeckFrench Balcony, 225 sq. ft