Hennessy Cognac Distillery
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Port
Le Verdon (Bordeaux), France
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$299
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 8¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Transfer to the ferry terminal for a scenic boat ride on Western Europe's largest estuary. The rich riverine environment is dotted with islands and bordered by sun-drenched vineyards.
Crossing the Gironde River, you'll disembark in the city of Royan, a pretty little town with sandy beaches, bobbing sailboats and enticing seaside hotels. Continue by coach to Cognac, on the banks of the Charente River. The 13th-century château here was the birthplace of French King François I.
A riverboat brings you to the Hennessy distillery premises, where you'll enter the heady world of luxury brandy. Your expert guide delves into the finer points of cognac production. Visit the cellars to discover how a variety of grapes from different locations and vintages are expertly blended to produce the signature taste of the house. Taste Hennessy cognac for yourself, observing transparency, color and viscosity.
Make your way down into the village of Cognac for lunch at a local restaurant before you return to Le Verdon by ferry and coach.
Notes:
Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years, with a companion aged 21 years or older. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Corkage policy: Wine purchased on this tour is exempt from the on-board corkage fee (offer limited to one bottle of wine per person).