Itinerary
- Day 1
Bordeaux
You'll arrive in Bordeaux and board the Scenic Diamond. This former industrial city, once called 'Sleeping Beauty', has undergone significant restoration and now holds UNESCO World Heritage status with over 300 historical monuments scattered throughout. Settle in and get oriented to your ship before dinner.
Landmarks Bordeaux City Centre 
- Day 2
Libourne
The ship cruises to Libourne, a 13th-century port town where you'll dock for the night. In the afternoon, head into the medieval village of Saint-Émilion to walk around its historic streets and check out the local wineries. The village is also known as the birthplace of macarons, so there's plenty to see between the architecture and food.
Optional Activities
- Explore Saint-Émilion medieval village and its wineries
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion - Day 3
Libourne to Blaye
You have several guided options to choose from this morning: walk through Libourne's fortified harbour, do a wine tasting at a Saint-Émilion château, visit a sturgeon farm to learn about caviar production, or take a bread-making workshop at a restored 19th-century mill. After lunch, the ship sails to Blaye and you'll arrive by evening.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne with local guide
- Wine tasting at Saint-Émilion château
- Sturgeon farm visit with caviar tasting
- Artisanal flour mill tour and bread-making workshop
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion Blaye - Day 4
Blaye
Start your day in Blaye with a choice between a relaxed walking tour or a more active exploration of the UNESCO-listed citadel designed by architect Sébastien Vauban. The structure was built to protect Bordeaux from attack. This evening, you'll attend an exclusive classical concert at the 13th-century Château d'Agassac, so dress nicely for that.
Included Activities
- Classical evening concert at Château d'Agassac
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye with local guide
- Active walking tour of Blaye citadel with local guide
Landmarks Citadel of Blaye Château d'Agassac - Day 5
Fort Médoc to Bourg
You wake at Fort Médoc in the Médoc wine region. Pick between a coach tour or an e-bike ride with wine tastings at local estates (75°F/24°C typical for spring, so dress accordingly). Later the ship heads to Bourg, a village perched on a rocky promontory. Choose from the Carriages Museum, a coastal cycling tour, or wine tasting with Gironde views.
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach
- Médoc wine tasting by e-bike
- Bourg with Carriages Museum
- Guided cycling along the Captain's Road
- Local estate visit with Côtes de Bourg wine tasting
Landmarks Fort Médoc Bourg - Day 6
Bordeaux to Cadillac
Early departure from Bordeaux as you cruise along the Garonne River toward Cadillac, a 13th-century fortified city built around a magnificent château. Once there, select either a coach or e-bike tour of Sauternes with wine tastings, or take a walking tour through Cadillac's medieval streets and marketplace.
Optional Activities
- Sauternes exploration by coach with wine tasting
- Sauternes exploration by e-bike with wine tasting
- Walking tour of Cadillac medieval township and château
Landmarks Cadillac Sauternes - Day 7
Bordeaux
Back in Bordeaux for a full day with multiple options. Join a guided city tour covering the Gothic cathedral and Place de la Bourse, or cycle around sampling traditional canelés. Alternatively, shop at a local market with Scenic's chef and then join a French cooking class on board. Your afternoon is free to wander the waterfront, visit the Golden Triangle district, or check out La Cité du Vin wine museum.
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux with local guide
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux with tasting of traditional canelé
- Shop with a chef at local food market and French cooking class at Scenic Culinaire
Landmarks Trafalgar Square Place de la Bourse Bordeaux Cathedral La Cité du Vin - Day 8
Bordeaux to London
Board your included flight from Bordeaux to London. After landing, transfer to your hotel for a 3-night stay. The afternoon is yours to do what you'd like, whether that's resting from travel or getting out to explore the area around your accommodation.
Landmarks London 
- Day 9
London
Following breakfast, join a half-day guided tour hitting London's key landmarks: Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and the Tower of London where you'll see the Crown Jewels. Your guide covers the Tower's history from William the Conqueror's 1070 fortress through its time as a royal palace and prison. The tour finishes at Buckingham Palace. Spend the afternoon on your own, then meet fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant with fellow Scenic guests)
Included Activities
- Half-day guided tour of London including Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace
- Dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks Trafalgar Square Big Ben Tower of London Buckingham Palace - Day 10
London
After breakfast, pick between two Scenic Freechoice experiences. Either take a guided tour through Kensington Palace's King's and Queen's State Apartments and explore over 300 years of royal history, or enjoy a luxurious afternoon tea with fine teas, finger sandwiches, and cakes in an elegant setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Kensington Palace
- Afternoon tea experience
Landmarks Kensington Palace - Day 11
London Departure
Following breakfast, head to the airport for your flight home. You'll take with you memories of the French river cruise and your time exploring London's historic sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast
