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Champagne, Cognac & Wines of France 4-Night Post Champagne, Cognac & Wines of France 4-Night Post-voyage Land Journey Program Begins in: Bordeaux Program Concludes in: Paris Available on these Sailings: Journey 26-May-2021 Quest 9-Sep-2021 Selling price from: $6,599 USD per person, double occupancy Call 1-855-AZAMARA to reserve your Land Journey Discover the wine capital of France on a journey that provides plenty of opportunities to toast the good times. Bordeaux is the world’s largest urban World Heritage Site and a city The Queen herself has called, “the very essence of elegance.” Imagine the romance, fashion, food, and architecture of Paris – remove the droves of tourists, and say hello to beautiful Bordeaux. Your four-night journey winds from the local winemaking traditions of St Emilion to the legendary varietals of Cognac and onto the bubbly heritage of Champagne before concluding among the romantic streets of Paris. All Passport details should be confirmed at the time of booking. Sales of this program close 90 days prior: book early to avoid disappointment, as space is limited. HIGHLIGHTS: ● A château stay: Lay your head at Château de Courcelles where French literary figures Racine, La Fontaine, and Dumas once stayed. ● A full-day Champagne Experience: Visit Dom Perignon’s tomb, tour the infamous Veuve Clicquot’s ‘maison de Champagne,’ and enjoy a Champagne tasting at a family estate. ● Uncovering Cognac: Discover the difference between varietals, explore the viticulture, and unearth the impacts of different woods during distilment. ● Bring on the Bordeaux: Enjoy a full-day exploration of St. Emilion, discovering its rich wine-making traditions and learning about the local varietals. ● A comprehensive 4-night program, with overnights in three cities. Two nights in St. Emilion, one night in Reims, and one night in Paris. ● A must for wine lovers. Page 1 of 4 As of September 9, 2019 For more information, call 1.855.AZAMARA, contact your Travel Professional or visit www.Azamara.com. Explore FurtherSM DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Day 1 Debark the ship in Bordeaux and meet up with your guide to begin a full-day discover of St. Emilion. This medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage Site is tucked amid the fragrant vineyards of Bordeaux and offers up a wealth of history and beauty at every turn. St. Emilion is also quite renowned for its wine making traditions, which you’ll delve into during visits to a number of distinguished estates. Enjoy informative tasting sessions featuring the finest local varietals, and sit down to a delicious lunch at one of the wineries. After your day in St. Emilion, head back to the hotel to unwind and reflect on the day’s adventures. Day 2 A panoramic morning drive brings you to the town of Cognac for an immersion in France’s legendary brandy wine. You’ll visit two family estates, where you’ll delve into the philosophies behind making cognac and study the complexities of its nuanced flavors. Stroll through vineyards as a local aficionado explains the process of growing and producing cognac, and, enjoy guided tastings at each distillery. You’ll also visit a traditional barrel factory before stopping at a local restaurant for a typical French lunch. Head back to the hotel in St. Emilion and enjoy the balance of the day at your leisure. Day 3 Following breakfast, head to the airport to catch your morning flight to Reims. Arrive to meet your local guide who’ll take you to your home in Bordeaux, the lovely Château de Courcelles, a family estate boasting centuries of history and listed as a National Heritage Site. Tucked amid more than 200 acres of vineyards, it’s a breathtakingly authentic way to experience the beauty and charms of Bordeaux. Stroll the grounds and soak up the views before regrouping for a delicious French dinner at the châteaux. Day 4 Discover the bubbly treasures and medieval heritage of France’s famed Champagne region. Stroll in the footsteps of French royalty on a visit to Reims Cathedral. Visit the tomb of Dom Perignon in Hautvillers and enjoy a private tour and tasting at the legendary Veuve Clicquot ‘maison de Champagne’. Your day concludes with an additional tasting of superb champagnes at a family owned estate. Afterwards, a panoramic 1.5-hour drive leads to the romantic ambiance and iconic monuments of Paris. Check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening on your own—a great chance to see the City of Lights live up to its name. Day 5 Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being escorted to the airport to catch your outbound flight from Paris. WHAT YOUR LAND JOURNEY PRICE INCLUDES: • 2-nights of accommodation at Grand Barrail, St. Emilion or similar – superior room • 1-night of accommodation at Château de Courcelles, Reims or similar – superior room • 1-night of accommodation at Sofitel Paris Baltimore, Paris or similar – superior room • Flight from St. Emilion to Reims on a commercial airline, in economy class • Guided sightseeing in air-conditioned vehicle (exceptions may apply) Page 2 of 4 As of September 9, 2019 For more information, call 1.855.AZAMARA, contact your Travel Professional or visit www.Azamara.com. Explore FurtherSM • Airport transfers from your hotel at the conclusion of the program (all flight details must be confirmed 30 days prior or transfers are voided and non-refundable) • Services of Professional English-Speaking Guide(s) and/or Tour Director as detailed in your itinerary • Meals and beverages, as noted in your itinerary • All planning, handling and operational charges, including entrance fees to the venues as noted in your itinerary • Gratuities NOT INCLUDED: • Any item we mention in itinerary as being optional or on your own account • International and regional airfare, unless otherwise stated • Meals other than those mentioned in itinerary • Excess baggage fees imposed by airlines or storage fees charged by hotels • The cost of personal items such as laundry, telephone calls, Wi-Fi, and additional incidentals, etc. • Optional and additional exploration not included in itinerary • Cost of obtaining passports or required visas where necessary. Contact your travel professional or the appropriate Consulates and/or Embassies to determine if you have proper documentation prior to commencement of travel. • Transport between your home and home airport/port/station • Travel Protection Insurance IMPORTANT NOTES: This Land Journey involves a moderate amount of walking that may be strenuous at times. You will be required to walk up/down inclines and stairs, over paved, cobbled, and unpaved surfaces. We suggest you wear flat, non-slip walking shoes. This Land Journey is recommended to guests who are able to walk for extended periods, at a moderate pace. Guests who utilize a wheelchair may not be able to participate in all activities as described. If you require special assistance of any kind, please advise Azamara® or your travel professional at the time of booking. Purchase your flights from Paris through Azamara. If booking independently, ensure you have the correct city and arrival date prior to reserving your flights. Azamara is not responsible for any disruption to your Land Journey due to independently-booked air issues. All programs have a limited capacity and are available on a first-come basis. A minimum number of guests is required to operate this Land Journey. Should that minimum not be met, the program will be repriced and guests will have the option to cancel or repurchase at the new selling price. Cancellation penalties begin 120 days prior to sailing and will include any non-refundable air costs. Please read the full details of your Land Journey contained in your final guest documents, emailed to you approximately 30 days prior to your cruise. If you have any additional questions or concerns regarding your Land Journey, please contact us at 1-855-AZAMARA (292- 6272) This description is a general overview of the highlights of this Land Journey. Your Land Journey is operated by a third party and their local representative. The local representative will do everything possible to ensure that all of the sites described here are visited, though the tour sequence is subject to change. Closure of some sites due to local or national holiday observances, flight schedules, weather or other factors may affect the Land Journey, and the local representative reserves the right to substitute other sites if necessary. All programs are priced per person, based on double occupancy and by departure date, and may vary from the price indicated on this Page 3 of 4 As of September 9, 2019 For more information, call 1.855.AZAMARA, contact your Travel Professional or visit www.Azamara.com. Explore FurtherSM document. Single occupancy pricing may be available upon request but cannot be guaranteed. All pricing is subject to change. Book early for the best price. Please visit www.Azamara.com/LandTerms to review all applicable terms and conditions Thank you for choosing Azamara. Have a super holiday and we look forward to welcoming you onboard. Page 4 of 4 As of September 9, 2019 For more information, call 1.855.AZAMARA, contact your Travel Professional or visit www.Azamara.com. Explore FurtherSM .
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