Itinerary
- Day 1
Bordeaux
You'll arrive in Bordeaux and transfer to your ship, the Scenic Space-Ship. The crew will greet you on board, and you can settle into your suite or head up to the Sun Deck for a drink with other guests.
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux - Day 2
Bordeaux to Libourne
This morning you have time to explore the ship at your own pace. By lunchtime you'll arrive in Libourne, and this afternoon there's a tour to Saint-Émilion, a medieval village with historic architecture and an underground church.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Tour to Saint-Émilion medieval village with World Heritage sites and underground church
Landmarks/POIs Saint-Émilion Libourne - Day 3
Libourne
Spend the morning learning about the Libournais region's history, food, and wines. You'll choose one of four options: wine tasting at a Saint-Émilion château, a guided walk through Libourne, a visit to a sturgeon farm, or a breadmaking workshop at a 19th-century mill.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Right Bank first sips – Introduction to Saint-Émilion wines: Drive through vineyards and visit a château for wine tasting
- Walking tour of Libourne: Guided tour of historic centre including fortified harbour, 16th century townhouse, and Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste church with 71-metre spire
- Excursion to a sturgeon farm: Learn about sustainable caviar production methods and enjoy a tasting
- Artisanal flour mill: Visit Le Moulin de Porchères, a 19th century flour mill with traditional milling techniques and hands-on breadmaking workshops
Landmarks/POIs Saint-Émilion Libourne Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste Le Moulin de Porchères - Day 4
Blaye
You wake in Blaye, a fortified hamlet with a World Heritage citadel featuring cobblestone streets and wine bars. Pick between a leisurely walking tour or a two-hour active walk exploring the defense systems. Later in the evening, cruise to Fort Médoc for an exclusive experience at Château d'Agassac with champagne and a classical concert.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Travel to Château d'Agassac, welcomed with wine or champagne, explore the rooms and attend exclusive classical concert in Les Chais Room
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye: Stroll through Blaye with a local guide learning its fascinating history and viewing the well-preserved centre inside the citadel walls
- Active walking tour of Blaye: Two-hour active walk through the citadel to understand the defence system created by architect Sébastien Vauban, continuing to Château Marquis de Vauban, a beautiful 18th century estate
Landmarks/POIs Blaye Citadel Château Marquis de Vauban Château d'Agassac - Day 5
Pauillac to Bourg
Start at Fort Médoc Pauillac in the Médoc wine region. Choose a morning wine excursion: either a scenic drive along the Route des Châteaux with tasting or an e-bike tour through the countryside visiting estates. After lunch on board, select from three afternoon options: a walking tour with a Carriages Museum, a 30-kilometre cycling route, or wine tasting at a family estate overlooking the Gironde estuary.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Lunch on board during cruise to Bourg
Optional Activities
- Route des Châteaux – Médoc wine discovery: Panoramic drive along the famed Route des Châteaux and visit to one of the region's most prestigious estates with guided wine tasting
- Route des Châteaux – Médoc wine discovery by bike: E-bike tour through the spectacular Médoc countryside admiring beautiful châteaux, then sample wines at a prestigious estate
- Bourg with Carriages Museum: Walking tour of the medieval village exploring main square, citadel and Carriages Museum with horse-drawn vehicle collection
- Guided cycling along the Captain's Road: 30-kilometre round trip cycling tour along the Captain's Road, riding along clifftops, through vineyards and past charming villages
- Estuary vineyards tasting tour: Visit a family wine estate in the Côtes de Bourg with spectacular views over the Gironde estuary, learn about sustainable viticulture and taste exceptional wines
Landmarks/POIs Pauillac Bourg - Day 6
Bourg to Cadillac to Bordeaux
You'll head south to Cadillac, a small region known for sweet white wines dating back to the 13th century. Choose from three options: a tour of the Sauternes region by car or bike with estate tasting, or a guided walk through Cadillac's fortified town and Château Cadillac. You return to Bordeaux this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Sauternes Gold – Sweet wines & châteaux tour: Drive through beautiful Sauternes region on low lying hills and in small valleys, visit a local estate to learn about winemaking process and climate, enjoy tasting of distinctive sweet whites
- Sauternes Gold – Sweet wines & châteaux tour by bike: Cycle through rolling vineyards of Sauternes visiting a local estate, learn the history of winemakers and how they make wines, taste some of the best
- Walking tour of Cadillac: Guided walking tour of the charming fortified town admiring 16th century architecture, visit the marketplace and Château Cadillac with interesting stories from guide
Landmarks/POIs Cadillac Château Cadillac Sauternes - Day 7
Bordeaux
Wake in Bordeaux, the city's sixth largest with museums, historic sites, and wine bars. Pick from four options: a guided coach and walking tour with free exploration, a market visit and cooking demonstration on board, a three-hour cycling tour across bridges, or a tram ride to the Cité du Vin Museum for interactive wine displays. Back on the ship this afternoon, there's a wine and chocolate pairing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wine and chocolate pairing on board
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux: Coach and walking tour with local guide sharing facts about history, culture and modern way of life, followed by free time to explore
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire: Accompany a Scenic chef to the local food market to taste fresh produce and purchase ingredients, return to ship for interactive cooking demonstration making delicious French dishes
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux: Three-hour cycling tour crossing beautiful bridges, passing historic buildings, travelling through lush gardens and stopping to taste local delicacies
- World of Wine – Cité du Vin Tour: Local tram to the Cité du Vin Museum for interactive journey of wine discovery with multiple themed areas learning about wine across ages and around world
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux Cité du Vin - Day 8
Bordeaux to Madrid
You'll board your included flight from Bordeaux to Madrid today. After arriving, you have three nights in the city.
Landmarks/POIs Madrid - Day 9
Madrid
This morning take a guided tour of Madrid with a local, walking through the 17th century Austrian Quarter and visiting the Sabatini Gardens, Cibeles Fountain, and Neptuno Fountain. You'll see the bullfighting ring, view the Royal Palace from outside, and visit the Templo de Debod, an Egyptian temple from the second century BC. This evening, join other guests for dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Delicious dinner in a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Madrid: 17th century Austrian Quarter, Sabatini Gardens, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, traditional bullfighting ring, Royal Palace panorama, and Templo de Debod (Egyptian temple from second century BC)
- Dinner in a local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Austrian Quarter Sabatini Gardens Cibeles Fountain Neptuno Fountain Royal Palace Templo de Debod - Day 10
Madrid
You'll pick how to spend the day with two options: either a guided tour through the Prado Museum's collections from the 12th to 20th century, or a walking food tour hitting local spots including Mercado de San Miguel with tapas, jamón ibérico, and croquetas. Spend the afternoon browsing boutiques, relaxing in gardens, or exploring on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Lunch (included as part of tour package)
Optional Activities
- Prado Museum visit: Guided tour through the museum's collections dating from the 12th to 20th century, covering the museum's mission of preserving and enriching art collections closely linked to Spanish history
- Tastes of Madrid walking tour: Walking tour through Madrid streets tasting local cuisine including stop at bustling Mercado de San Miguel for gourmet tapas, cheeses and sweets, tasting jamón ibérico (cured Iberian ham), croquetas (crispy creamy croquettes) while learning about their history and significance in Spanish cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Prado Museum Mercado de San Miguel - Day 11
Madrid
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Madrid airport, taking memories of your trip with you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
