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Cognac Lover's Escape: Private Shore Excursion & Distillery Tour
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Come On An Insider’s Journey on this private shore excursion from Bordeaux to Cognac Tour. Visit a prestigious Distillery House such as Hennessy, Rémy Martin or Camus combined with a lesser known family property.
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Personalized pickup at your cruise ship in Bordeaux.
Visit two Cognac distilleries.
Learn about grape varieties, distillation, and aging.
Expert English-speaking guide throughout the day.
Program
Exclusive Shore Excursion: Discover Cognac, the Heart of France’s Brandy Heritage Begin Your Journey with Seamless Pickup in BordeauxStart your adventure with a personalized pickup from your cruise ship at Bordeaux City or Bassens Port. Meet your English-speaking guide, an expert in the region and its iconic brandy. After a brief overview of the day’s itinerary, settle into your comfortable air-conditioned ...
Exclusive Shore Excursion: Discover Cognac, the Heart of France’s Brandy Heritage
Begin Your Journey with Seamless Pickup in Bordeaux
Start your adventure with a personalized pickup from your cruise ship at Bordeaux City or Bassens Port. Meet your English-speaking guide, an expert in the region and its iconic brandy. After a brief overview of the day’s itinerary, settle into your comfortable air-conditioned premium minivan, and begin your journey to the picturesque Cognac region in Charente.
Travel in Comfort and Style
Your day trip to Cognac is conducted in one of our spacious premium minivans, designed for small groups and ultimate comfort. Each vehicle features an onboard P/A system, ensuring you won’t miss any of your guide’s fascinating commentary about the history, production, and culture of Cognac.
Explore the World of Cognac Brandy
Venture to the town of Cognac, situated along the tranquil Charente River, a region synonymous with the production of one of the world’s most renowned brandies for over 300 years. This exclusive full-day excursion includes visits to two Cognac distilleries—one globally recognized, such as Hennessy, Rémy Martin, or Camus, and one family-owned estate.
At each distillery, you’ll:
Dive into the history and legacy of the brand.
Learn about the grape varieties, distillation methods, and the meticulous aging process that creates the signature flavors of Cognac.
Compare production scales and methods, from the grandeur of large-scale operations to the intimate charm of small family-run establishments.
Enjoy guided tastings of multiple Cognac expressions, highlighting the distinct profiles of each producer.
Savor Local Cuisine with a Regional Lunch
Between distillery visits, indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense), where you’ll sample traditional dishes paired with regional wines. This culinary interlude offers the perfect complement to your Cognac discoveries.
Dive Deeper into the Cognac Region
Gain insight into the six Cognac production zones, including the prestigious Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus. Learn about the unique qualities of the Ugni Blanc grape, the primary variety used in Cognac production, and how its thin, acidic wine is transformed into the exquisite spirit through careful distillation and aging.
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Pick up at your cruise ship in the morning
Drive to the town of Cognac
Morning visit & tasting at 1st Cognac Distillery
Free time for lunch (at own expense) in Cognac
Afternoon visit & tasting at 2nd Cognac distillery
Return to Bordeaux, drop off at cruise ship
Know before you book
IMPORTANT PORT OF CALL INFORMATION
While some cruise itineraries list “Bordeaux” as a port of call, it is possible that your ship will dock at Le Verdon-sur-Mer, situated over 2.5 hours from Bordeaux by road.
All Bordeaux shore excursions and meeting points are based in the city of Bordeaux, not Le Verdon-sur-Mer. To avoid missed tours and non-refundable costs, please double-check your arrival port before booking. If you have any questions, contact us for assistance.
What to know before your tour?
Enjoying wine or spirits is a wonderful part of discovering France’s culture and heritage. We encourage guests to savor each tasting responsibly and at their own pace. Please remember that wine/spirits contain alcohol, and moderation helps you fully appreciate the flavors, keep a clear head throughout the tour, and make the most of your experience.
If you want to share your tour with others, you can put it on Cruise Critic. Most of the time this gives good results. You must do this yourself as we are not accepted on their site as a professional business. We accept split payment transactions by credit card.
Small group, personalized experiences
8 hour Private Tour to Cognac from Bordeaux
Worry free shore Excursion, guaranteed return to Ship
Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Distillery reservations will be made once the booking is confirmed
Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Pricing Information (2 – 8 Persons)
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*Prices shown are per person.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund.
In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during tastings to preserve the purity of the cognac's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast beforehand.