Depart from Bordeaux, where you’ll soon see that this region is everything you’d imagine it to be: beautiful, romantic and a feast for all senses. As you cruise along the Gironde, Dordogne and Garonne rivers, cycle through picturebook landscapes, learn the winemaking process and sample delicious fare prepared with French finesse. Then cruise between Paris and Normandy and be immersed in its unique culture and traditions, learn about its fascinating history, and admire the spectacular scenery. Explore the sombre legacy of WWII at the Normandy beaches, feel inspired by the house and garden of Monet, explore the grand château that was once home to Napoleon, and see the spectacular ‘City of Light’, Paris.