Itinerary
- Day 1
Bordeaux
You'll arrive at Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you (if transfers are included with your package). From there, they'll take you directly to the ship to get settled in.
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport - Day 2
Médoc Wine Region
Head out to the Médoc region to see the grand châteaux and vineyards. After a scenic drive through the Médoc wine route, you'll taste fresh oysters. Pick your experience: a private wine tasting at a château or a bike tour through the vineyard rows.
Included Activities
- Fresh Médoc Oysters Tasting
Optional Activities
- Médoc Châteaux Route with Private Wine Tasting
- Bike in the Médoc Vineyards
Landmarks/POIs Médoc Wine Route - Day 3
Cadillac
Travel to Cadillac to experience its famous dessert wines. You'll visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve, which has ties to Henry IV and Queen Margot's story, and meet the château owner for a glass of Sauternes. Choose between a private owner's tour or learning about Toulouse-Lautrec's artistic life.
Optional Activities
- Private Owner's Tour of Royal Château with Sauternes Toast
- The Colorful Life of Toulouse-Lautrec
Landmarks/POIs Château Royal de Cazeneuve - Day 4
Blaye
Drive along the Route de la Corniche Fleurie, passing through small hamlets along the way. Then visit Blaye Fortress, a UNESCO site that once guarded Bordeaux from sea attacks. Walk around Bourg-sur-Gironde and select either time with local wine experts or views from the fortress overlook.
Included Activities
- Bourg sur Gironde Stroll
Optional Activities
- Intimate Experience with Local Wine & Art Connoisseurs
- Panoramas of Route de la Corniche Fleurie with Blaye Fortress
Landmarks/POIs Blaye Fortress Route de la Corniche Fleurie - Day 5
Saint-Émilion
Travel from Libourne to the medieval town of Saint-Émilion. Wander the cobblestone streets past wine shops and bakeries, then see the rock-hewn church built into the earth beneath the city. A guided walking tour includes wine tasting along the way.
Included Activities
- Saint-Émilion Walking Tour with Wine Tasting
Landmarks/POIs Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church of Saint-Émilion - Day 6
Libourne
Spend your morning at Libourne's farmers market where you'll find fresh vegetables, cheeses, breads, and fruits from local producers. Later in the evening, head to the Bassins des Lumières for an after-hours art experience with projected installations.
Included Activities
- Village Day: Libourne with Farmer's Market
- Nights Out: After Hours at the Bassins des Lumières
Landmarks/POIs Libourne Farmers Market Bassins des Lumières - Day 7
Bordeaux
Explore Bordeaux on your terms, either walking with a local guide or biking through backstreets the way locals do. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers plenty to see at whatever pace works for you.
Optional Activities
- Do as the Locals Do: Bordeaux Walking Tour
- Bike Bordeaux Backstreets
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux - Day 8
Bordeaux to Porto
Leave the ship and transfer to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport for your included flight to Porto. Once there, you'll board the S.S. São Gabriel to start the second part of your cruise.
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport Porto - Day 9
Porto
Discover Porto, Portugal's second city and birthplace of Port wine. Choose to explore on foot with a local guide or take a panoramic drive through the historic streets and neighborhoods.
Optional Activities
- Porto Panoramic Tour
- Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour
Landmarks/POIs Porto - Day 10
Lamego
Start at the Douro Museum to learn how Port wine developed over time. Then travel to Lamego, a charming town where the Douro Valley begins, for a walking tour and tasting. Dinner happens this evening at a local quinta.
Included Activities
- Douro Museum
- Lamego Walking Tour with Tasting
- Nights Out: Dinner at a Local Quinta
Landmarks/POIs Douro Museum Lamego - Day 11
Castelo Rodrigo or Côa Valley
Pick between two options: explore the medieval castle and village of Castelo Rodrigo set on a hilltop with great views, or hike to the Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley to see prehistoric rock carvings.
Optional Activities
- Castelo Rodrigo
- Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley
Landmarks/POIs Castelo Rodrigo Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley - Day 12
Salamanca
Visit Salamanca, Spain's historic university town called the 'Golden City' for its sandy-colored stone buildings and many churches. Your ship moves through the dramatic, UNESCO-protected landscapes along the Douro River.
Included Activities
- Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain's Oldest University
Landmarks/POIs Salamanca University of Salamanca - Day 13
Douro River Valley
Spend the day focused on wine in the Douro River Valley where grapes have grown since Roman times. Choose a guided tour with tasting at a well-known Port wine estate or a hike through vineyards with tasting at a local quinta.
Optional Activities
- Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting
- Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta
Landmarks/POIs Douro River Valley - Day 14
Guimarães
Reach Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal. You'll see its well-preserved medieval buildings and feel the energy from the stylish younger residents living here. A guided city tour covers the main areas.
Included Activities
- Guimarães City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Guimarães Guimarães Castle - Day 15
Óbidos to Lisbon
Disembark and board a motorcoach heading south through Portugal's countryside toward Lisbon. Stop in the walled town of Óbidos for a couple hours to walk around and grab lunch on your own, then continue to Lisbon to check into your hotel.
Landmarks/POIs Óbidos Lisbon - Day 16
Lisbon
Take a guided city tour to understand Lisbon's hilly terrain and see the main sights. You'll learn how this historic capital mixes old and new, and get a locally made pastry along the way.
Included Activities
- Lisbon City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Lisbon - Day 17
Lisbon
The day is yours to explore Lisbon however you like. The city has fantastic museums, great shopping, and some of the world's best food by local accounts. Create your own adventure.
Landmarks/POIs Lisbon - Day 18
Lisbon to Home
Depart Lisbon today. If transfers are included with your package, you'll be taken to Lisbon Portela Airport for your flight home.
Landmarks/POIs Lisbon Portela Airport
