Luxurious European Wine Cruise 2025

WAVES & WINELANDS

A feast for the senses awaits on this 10-days Atlantic voyage from Lisbon to Portsmouth, where centuries-old wine traditions meet contemporary gastronomy.

In partnership with Champagne Castelnau, join the renowned Master of Wine Keith Isaac, exploring Portugal to France, from sundrenched hills to Brittany’s coastal wine regions, and discover the soul of Iberian and French wine culture. Through expertled vineyard visits, exclusive tastings, and gourmet pairings, enjoy coastal charm and culinary excellence along the way.

WINE ACADEMY

Exclusive tastings of Champagne Castelnau, hosted by Keith Isaac M. W.

A CONNOISSEUR'S JOURNEY

Enjoy an extraordinary gourmet journey with JRE Chef Heribert Dietrich.

ONSHORE EXPERIENCES

Explore select vineyards, cellars and gourmet destinations.

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MEET OUR PARTNERS

Keith Isaac M. W.

Wine Expert

Keith Isaac M. W. of Castelnau Wine Agencies has over 35 years with the company and became a Master of Wine in 1989. Since 1996, he has served as General Manager, sourcing diverse, high-value wines that meet evolving customer needs. He and his team have built partnerships with innovative producers worldwide, focusing on brands that prioritise sustainability and social responsibility.

Heribert Dietrich

JRE Chef

Award-winning Chef Heribert Dietrich has earned 16 Gault & Millau points and a Michelin star throughout his culinary career. At Höhwald, the high-end restaurant he runs with his wife Silvia, Heribert creates exquisite dishes using local ingredients. Known not only for its exceptional cuisine but also for its breathtaking views, Höhwald offers an unforgettable dining experience. Heribert is a member of JRE-Switzerland.

Champagne Castelnau

Defined by a delicate, generous, and distinctive style, and recognized among the ‘Top 100 Master Winemakers 2024,’ guests will explore Castelnau’s renowned collection of cuvées, meticulously crafted through extended aging. From the signature Brut’s layered complexity to the Rosé’s vibrant allure, each pour celebrates Castelnau's legacy of elegance and finesse.

JRE - Jeune Restaurateurs

JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs is an association of young restaurateurs and chefs with one common goal in mind: to share their talent and love for food with like-minded individuals. JRE is proud to have over 390 restaurants and 160 hotels, spread across 16 different countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Cruise Plus Package

Group transfer from the airport to the hotel the day before embarkation, from the hotel to the cruise port on embarkation day and from the cruise port to the airport on disembarkation day
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or on board

Onboard accommodation in a stateroom selected category

All meals on board

Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day

Lecture programs by our experienced guest speakers

One selected shore excursion per port of call

Standard WiFi

Onboard gratuities & port taxes

Selected expedition activities led by our expedition team

24/7 self service laundry on deck 4

Wine & Gastronomy @Sea package

Castelnau Champagne tasting led by Keith Isaac M.W. All cuvées in the range
Northern Spain wines tasting led by Keith Isaac M.W.
6 exclusive onland experiences
Special wine pairings

Enhance your experience

You can also add extra special services to your cultural cruise experience (additional charges apply), including:

Optional land programmes and hotel accommodation pre or post cruise.
Premium and private shore excursions
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa & beauty treatments
Laundry services
Retail shop purchases