Itinerary
- Day 1
Bordeaux
You'll arrive in Bordeaux and board the Scenic Eclipse II, a luxury yacht that'll be your home for this journey. After meeting the captain, crew, and your personal butler, you'll settle into your suite. The ship stays docked overnight, so you have the option to head into the city. A glass of local wine at a neighborhood bistro or a walk along the Garonne River are nice ways to spend your evening if you're not too tired from traveling.
Included Activities
- Board ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht Scenic Eclipse II
- Meet Captain, crew, and butler
Optional Activities
- Sample red wine in a local bistro
- Leisurely stroll along the Garonne River
Landmarks Garonne River 
- Day 2
Bordeaux
This morning you'll explore Bordeaux on foot, starting with the Place de la Bourse and Bordeaux Cathedral. The CAPC Museum has contemporary art if that interests you, or you can check out the Grand Théâtre for its architecture. After lunch, the yacht sets sail toward the coast along the Garonne River, and you'll watch vineyards and green countryside slip by as you relax on deck.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Explore vibrant markets
- Sail towards the coast along the Garonne River
Optional Activities
- Visit Place de la Bourse
- Admire Bordeaux Cathedral
- Explore CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art
- Visit Grand Théâtre
- Sample world-famous wines at wine bars or châteaux
Landmarks Place de la Bourse Bordeaux Cathedral CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art Grand Théâtre Garonne River - Day 3
Le Palais, Belle-Île-en-Mer
You arrive at Belle-Île-en-Mer, Brittany's largest island. The main town is Le Palais, with its citadel and local cafés worth exploring. Small beaches and bays line the rocky coast, and walking or taking a boat around them gives you the best views. The wild Côte Sauvage area is where Monet painted 39 works, so if you're interested in art history, this spot has real significance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Le Palais citadel
- Explore cafés in Le Palais
- Visit small bays and beaches
- Discover artistic heritage sites
Landmarks Belle-Île-en-Mer Le Palais Citadel Côte Sauvage - Day 4
St. Malo
You can either sleep in with breakfast brought to your cabin or join a yoga session to start your day. The yacht reaches Saint-Malo early in the afternoon, a walled coastal town in Brittany. Walking around the old streets and checking out the beaches gives you a feel for the place. Rue de l'Orme has good seafood restaurants if you want to eat ashore this evening, or you can dine back on the yacht.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Yoga session in PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio (optional)
Optional Activities
- Breakfast in bed
- Stroll beaches
- Explore bars and cultural landmarks
- Dine ashore and sample local seafood
- Visit rue de l'Orme gourmet street
Landmarks St. Malo rue de l'Orme 
- Day 5
St. Malo
Your second day here involves walking the ancient city walls of Saint-Malo with views of the sea and the town below. You can also take a trip to Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO site about an hour away that's genuinely worth seeing. The yacht offers organized activities if you prefer someone else to handle the planning and want local insights into the area's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (optional)
Optional Activities
- Stroll ancient city walls
- Visit Mont Saint-Michel UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Participate in Scenic Freechoice heritage experiences
Landmarks Ancient St. Malo City Walls Mont Saint-Michel - Day 6
St. Peter Port, Guernsey
Guernsey blends English and French influences in interesting ways. You'll walk through St Peter Port's cobblestone streets past Georgian and Regency buildings covered in bright flowers. The Guernsey Museum and Aquarium tells the island's maritime story, and Castle Cornet has good harbor views from the top. Hauteville House, where Victor Hugo lived, and the peaceful Candie Gardens are also worth your time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore cobblestone streets of St Peter Port
- Visit Guernsey Museum and Aquarium
- Ascend Castle Cornet
- Visit Hauteville House
- Explore Candie Gardens
Landmarks St Peter Port Guernsey Museum and Aquarium Castle Cornet Hauteville House Candie Gardens - Day 7
Honfleur
You dock in Honfleur on the Normandy coast where the Seine reaches the English Channel. This harbor town inspired Impressionist painters, and you can see why walking through its streets. The Museum Eugene Boudin holds works by Boudin and Monet, showing the artistic connections to this place. Honfleur works as a base for day trips to Paris, Rouen, or Giverny if you want to venture inland.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore postcard-perfect harbour
- Visit Museum Eugene Boudin
- Stroll charming artist-inspired streets
- Visit Paris, Rouen, or Giverny
Landmarks Honfleur Harbour Museum Eugene Boudin - Day 8
Honfleur
Your second day in Honfleur lets you move at your own pace. The waterfront has 17th-century buildings painted in different colors, now filled with shops and cafés. You can wander the cobbled streets, check out local galleries, and just sit with a coffee watching the harbor. Or join the yacht's organized activities to find places locals actually go and learn about traditions most tourists miss.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (optional)
Optional Activities
- Explore waterfront boutiques and cafés
- Wander cobbled streets
- Visit local art galleries
- Participate in Scenic Freechoice activities
Landmarks Honfleur Waterfront - Day 9
Poole
Poole is a seaside town in Dorset with Europe's largest natural harbor. The quayside bustles with colorful fishing boats, and the old town has stone buildings from the 1500s mixed with newer shops. You'll find fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants. Poole also sits near the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO area with dramatic cliffs and fossils if you want to explore beyond town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore quayside
- Stroll golden sandy beaches
- Wander 16th-century old town
- Sample seafood at waterfront restaurants
- Visit Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
Landmarks Poole Harbour Poole Old Town Jurassic Coast - Day 10
Ostend, Belgium
Ostend sits on Belgium's coast and has grand Belle Époque architecture mixed with modern charm. The promenade has cafés and boutiques where you can browse and people-watch. Historic streets show everything from old buildings to street art. Try the local mussels and Belgian beer as the sun sets. In summer, beach bars add energy to the atmosphere, though your yacht departs late so you have most of the day to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Stroll promenade with cafés and boutiques
- Explore historic streets
- Sample traditional moules marinière
- Enjoy beaches
- Visit pop-up bars and beach clubs
- Enjoy Belgian beer at sundown
Landmarks Ostend Promenade - Day 11
Ostend to London (Tilbury)
The yacht crosses the English Channel and docks in Tilbury near London. You can join a guided tour to see the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and St Paul's Cathedral, or choose a different experience like exploring local neighborhoods. After your time in the city, you return to the yacht for your final night on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Scenic Freechoice tours of London landmarks
Optional Activities
- Visit Tower of London
- Visit Buckingham Palace
- Visit St Paul's Cathedral
- Alternative local London experiences
Landmarks Tower of London Buckingham Palace St Paul's Cathedral - Day 12
London (Tilbury)
Your voyage ends this morning in Tilbury. You'll have a final breakfast on board, a chance to say goodbye to people you've met during the trip and thank the crew. Then you disembark with memories of the journey along the French and English coasts, the towns you visited, and the experience of traveling by yacht.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
