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Sunday 25 July 2021 16: 00 t / m Sunday 01 August 2021 10: 00
In the southwest of France, on the Atlantic Ocean, the Gironde region has a lot to offer. A mild climate with a lot of sun. A wonderful place to unwind and relax on board our comfortable tall ship, possibly while enjoying a good glass of wine from one of the many wineries in this area. Sail with us and combine a beautiful cruise on board Thalassa with the good that France has to offer. Savoir vivre, that's the motto!
July 25 St-Nazaire
Guests will board Thalassa, moored in the port of St. Nazaire, around 16 pm. Located on the Atlantic coast, St. Nazaire is known for its shipbuilding industry, the center for the construction of ocean-worthy ships. The Queen Mary II was built here. Also called the city of twenty beaches, St. Nazaire offers a wide range of natural and cultural attractions. On the seafront promenade, close to the center, you can relax in the charming 19th century residential areas. Well-known wineries in the region are Chateau de Ventenac Minervois, Chateau Cabezac or Domaine du Somail
July 26 Île de Yeu
The ship will sail to the next destination: Île de Yeu (anchor). For a long time, the island of Île de Yeu was the principal harbor for tuna fishing in the Atlantic Ocean. On this island you will find beautiful natural landscapes, wild coasts with steep cliffs, above which the impressive old castle of the island towers.
July 27 Crossing to La Rochelle
July 28 La Rochelle
Guests spend the day in La Rochelle. La Rochelle has a rich history. La Rochelle is a bicycle-friendly city (more than 200 km of cycle paths) where bicycles can be rented in many places. There is also plenty to do on foot, he the tourist office to get his walks where a good impression of this beautiful city can be obtained. The old town around Les Halles, the old covered market from the 19th century, is worth a visit. The narrow streets with their arched vaults are special and make the city special, it is pleasant to walk and shop. The main old streets are: Rue des Merciers, Rue Chaudrier, Rue du Palais and Rue du Minage.
July 29 Crossing to Royan
The ship sails to Royan. Royan has a large harbor with a beautiful sea promenade, a favorite destination of holidaymakers. In Royan you can also admire the villas from the Belle Epoque. The oyster farms in La Tremblade are very special.
July 30 Pauillac
In the morning the ship sails to Pauillac. The house Cos d'Estournel will be visited where guests also enjoy lunch. The municipality of Pauillac is world famous for its three prime ministers: Château Mouton-Rothschild, Château Lafite-Rothschild and Château Latour. In Pauillac, the Rothschild family estates are the main attraction. During a tour you will see not only the wine cellar with precious bottles of wine behind iron gates, but also the special collection of labels designed every year by a well-known artist since 1945.
July 31 Bordeaux
In the morning we set course for Bordeaux. Bordeaux, the capital of the Gironde department. In Bordeaux you will find beautiful squares (Place de la Bourse, Place Pey Berland) surrounded by grand buildings and imposing statues. Bordeaux is a real wine city and is therefore surrounded by vineyards. In the city itself there are several museums dedicated to the wines produced in the Bordeaux area. The Musée des Vins and La Cité du Vin are worth a visit.
1 August
The ship is moored in the port of Bordeaux and guests leave the ship around 10 am.
Travel description is subject to change, wind and weather.
Food allergies and dietary requirements
If you have dietary requirements or allergies, it is best to discuss this before booking. Often it is not a problem, but sometimes some cooperation is expected from the guests if special products have to be purchased, which will then have to be taken by the guests themselves, for example.
