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In partnership with Château Latour. From Lisbon to Bordeaux, Ponant invites you to join an exceptional gastronomic and oenological cruise in partnership with Château Latour along the Portuguese, Spanish and French coasts. Get a different perspective on the Atlantic Ocean coastline during this 10-day trip aboard L'Austral.
Setting sail from Lisbon, the seven-hilled Portuguese capital, you will chart a course for the port of Leixões, from where you will reach the city of Porto. Capital of the northern region of Portugal, this "city of granite", the centre of which is...read more a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its wine.
Your journey will continue to Galicia and the city of Vigo, the biggest fishing port in Spain. Not far from here, Santiago de Compostela awaits you. This unmissable pilgrimage destination is home to a number of monuments from the Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque periods, testimony to its illustrious past. L'Austral will then head for the capital of the Spanish Basque Country, Bilbao. Between daring architecture and the continuation of its ancestral traditions, you will be able to witness the city's unique energy.
You will conclude your exploration of Basque Country on the French side with a stay in the city of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, before reaching the beautiful fortified town of Talmont-sur-Gironde. During your last call in Pauillac, you will have the opportunity to make several visits and wine tastings at some very beautiful wine estates in the Saint-Estephe, Margaux and Pauillac appellations. Your cruise will end in Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world.
Setting sail from Lisbon, the seven-hilled Portuguese capital, you will chart a course for the port of Leixões, from where you will reach the city of Porto. Capital of the northern region of Portugal, this "city of granite", the centre of which is...read more a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its wine.
Your journey will continue to Galicia and the city of Vigo, the biggest fishing port in Spain. Not far from here, Santiago de Compostela awaits you. This unmissable pilgrimage destination is home to a number of monuments from the Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque periods, testimony to its illustrious past. L'Austral will then head for the capital of the Spanish Basque Country, Bilbao. Between daring architecture and the continuation of its ancestral traditions, you will be able to witness the city's unique energy.
You will conclude your exploration of Basque Country on the French side with a stay in the city of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, before reaching the beautiful fortified town of Talmont-sur-Gironde. During your last call in Pauillac, you will have the opportunity to make several visits and wine tastings at some very beautiful wine estates in the Saint-Estephe, Margaux and Pauillac appellations. Your cruise will end in Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world.
Cruise Itinerary
Arrive
Depart
Day 1: Lisbon
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18:00
Day 2: Leixões, Porto
14:00
19:30
Day 3: Vigo, Santiago De Compostela
06:30
17:30
Day 4: Cruising At Sea
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Day 5: Bilbao
13:30
19:30
Day 6: Saint-jean-de-luz
08:00
20:00
Day 7: Talmont-sur-gironde
12:00
18:30
Day 8: Pauillac
07:00
23:00
Day 9: Bordeaux
07:00
23:59
Day 10: Bordeaux
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Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Transfers to and/or from the ship port may be required.
Life Onboard L'Austral
L'Austral
Explore the world on L'Austral surrounded by French sophistication on this luxury mega yacht. Read more
Room with a View
Every stateroom and suite offers ocean views and most have a balcony. Read more
Exquisite French Dining
Savour the exquisite flavours of Ponant's French gastronomy in the onboard restaurants. Read more
Nightlife and Entertainment
Enjoy live music in the lounges or take in a performance or show in the theatre. Read more
Renowned Service Excellence
Ponant's French crew offer guests refined service from the moment they board. Read more
Ponant Wellness Spa
Unwind with a massage or facial the Spa, where only the best French products are used. Read more
Brochure
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
