Guest host - Acclaimed Chef John Bishop
September 16 – 23, 2025
A Fund Raising River cruise to Benefit the Coast Mental Health Foundation
Limited Space remaining
Bid bonjour to the bountiful beauty of Bordeaux with a captivating cruise on the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers to delight in one of France’s most exquisite regions. Embark from Bordeaux itself, the capital of the splendid Nouvelle-Aquitaine region—famed for its legendary vineyards and wines. Be carried away by Avalon’s signature included Classic, Active, or Discovery experiences of your choice—from the regal histories of castles and Châteaux to the romantic cellars where wine bouquets and bon-vivant cuisine tempt the palate. While the landscapes and lush pastoral treasures are plentiful along the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne, Avalon
elevates each immersive experience for a deeper discovery of the cultural and architectural treasures that recall the rich traditions of Southwest France. From unparalleled panoramic drives to forested two-wheel excursions by bike to the delicacies of seaside Arcachon—the world is your oyster on this adventure in la belle vie of Bordeaux!
Just returned home on Saturday evening. Extended the trip as you know with a couple of days in San Sebastian and then a day in Bilbao. The trip was fabulous. I enjoyed it immensely. A few hiccups, but my goodness, when you consider the ambitiousness and scope of the trip, a few are to be expected. You did a great job putting the trip together. Aside from a few issues with respect to the shellfish, everything went along smashingly well. One thing I may comment on is the pace of the trip. We did so much and saw so much and our tour director, Javier tried his best to ensure we saw as much as we did and were as well cared for as we were.
He was a terrific guy - and I think was criticized by a few in the group unfairly. He worked tirelessly for all of us
MM | Portugal, Spain
Thank you again for organizing such a wonderful trip.
