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6-Night Trip on Alouette

Alouette, A Belmond Boat – Bordeaux

Canal Barge Cruises

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Embark aboard Alouette and cruise through the iconic winemaking region of Bordeaux, where vineyard-clad landscapes, historic villages and renowned estates unfold along tranquil waterways. Discover legendary vintages, elegant châteaux and authentic French traditions while savoring exceptional cuisine and life on the canal.

6 Nights
October 17, 2027 through October 23, 2027
Book by:
October 14, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
Interests
  • Barge and Canal Cruises
  • Luxury
  • Ultra Luxury
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Castets-En-Dorthe
Day 2
Castets-En-Dorthe To Auriol
Day 3
Auriol To Meilhan-Sur-Garonne
Day 4
Meilhan-Sur-Garonne To Le Mas-D’agenais
Day 5
Le Mas-D’agenais To Buzet-Sur-Baïse
Day 6
Buzet-Sur-Baïse To Sérignac
Day 7
Sérignac
Detailed Itinerary
1 Castets-En-Dorthe

Transfer to Alouette, moored in Castets-en-Dorthe. After a reception and captain's welcome, sit down to a gourmet dinner on board.




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2 Castets-En-Dorthe To Auriol

Cruise along the Canal Latéral de la Garonne before visiting the prestigious vineyards of Pessac-Léognan for a guided tour and tasting at a celebrated wine estate.




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3 Auriol To Meilhan-Sur-Garonne

Explore UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion, tour one of its distinguished châteaux and have lunch ashore before cruising to peaceful Meilhan-sur-Garonne.




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4 Meilhan-Sur-Garonne To Le Mas-D’agenais

Visit legendary Château d’Yquem, famed for its exceptional sweet wines, before a leisurely afternoon cruise through the picturesque countryside.




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5 Le Mas-D’agenais To Buzet-Sur-Baïse

Discover the traditions of Armagnac at Domaine de Lapeyrade before exploring the medieval town of Nérac, once home to Henry IV of France.




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6 Buzet-Sur-Baïse To Sérignac

Visit Château de Lamotte Bardigues for a private tour led by the resident Countess, followed by tea in her home and a visit to the beautiful village of Auvillar.




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7 Sérignac

Disembark after breakfast for your onward arrangements.




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About Alouette

Ship Overview
Alouette

The charming canal barge Alouette accommodate four guests among two en suite cabins. At 100 feet long, the vessel provides plenty of room to unwind with a salon and spacious sun deck. Guests can indulge in world-class regional food and wine while basking in the breathtaking view as it drifts by, pausing every so often for local shore excursions on foot or bicycle.

Ship Details
Ship Length
100 ft.
Total Capacity
4
Laundry Service
Number of Decks
2
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Highlights
Alouette, A Belmond Boat – Bordeaux

Sleeps four guests in two elegant en suite cabins

Crew of four ensures attentive service throughout your cruise

Explore celebrated wine regions including Saint-Émilion, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes

Tour historic estates and charming French villages

Inclusions
Alouette, A Belmond Boat – Bordeaux

Transfers to/from Barges

All meals and drinks on board

All sightseeing excursions during the cruise

Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts

The Pioneers of Luxury Travel

Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962

We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.

Travel Your Way

For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.

With You All The Way

Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.

Travel Thoughtfully

We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.

The A&K Family

For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.

Ways to Travel with A&K

We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.

Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.

Ship Overview
Ship Overview
Alouette

The charming canal barge Alouette accommodate four guests among two en suite cabins. At 100 feet long, the vessel provides plenty of room to unwind with a salon and spacious sun deck. Guests can indulge in world-class regional food and wine while basking in the breathtaking view as it drifts by, pausing every so often for local shore excursions on foot or bicycle.

Ship Details
Ship Length
100 ft.
Total Capacity
4
Laundry Service
Number of Decks
2
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Alouette, A Belmond Boat – Bordeaux

Sleeps four guests in two elegant en suite cabins

Crew of four ensures attentive service throughout your cruise

Explore celebrated wine regions including Saint-Émilion, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes

Tour historic estates and charming French villages

Alouette, A Belmond Boat – Bordeaux

Transfers to/from Barges

All meals and drinks on board

All sightseeing excursions during the cruise

Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts

Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962

We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.

Travel Your Way

For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.

With You All The Way

Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.

Travel Thoughtfully

We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.

The A&K Family

For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.

We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.

Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.

About Abercrombie & Kent
Abercrombie & Kent logo

For Life's Most Epic Adventures

From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.

Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.

We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.

Read More

About Abercrombie & Kent

For Life's Most Epic Adventures

From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.

Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.

We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.

Read More

Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.