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ATLANTIC APERTIFS | 24 Nights | Departs Sep 2, 2013

 

Biarritz (Saint-Jean-de-Luz), France

Biarritz (Saint-Jean-de-Luz), France-port

Tucked in France’s Côte Basque, Biarritz first came to prominence in the mid-19th century when Napoleon III built a summer palace here for his wife, Empress Eugenie. The oceanside palace is now the esteemed Hotel du Palais, a landmark for the dynamic, beach-rimmed Biarritz. Surfing in France originated here in the late 1950s, and the sport has become synonymous with the city. You might watch surfers riding the waves that funnel into the Bay of Biscay, or simply comb the lovely beaches. Biarritz also has an urbane personality and museums dedicated to everything from Asian art to chocolate. Don’t miss the blue-domed Russian Orthodox Church, built for visiting Russian aristocrats in the 19th century. Pedestrian-friendly Biarritz is lined with fashion boutiques and shops selling French cheeses, wine, porcelain dolls, and Basque tablecloths. Enjoy Basque-influenced cuisine such as veal stew, cured ham dishes, tapas and foie gras.

 

Free Excursions

Regent Choice Excursions

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 240 days before the cruise begins for guests receiving Concierge amenities, and 180 days before the cruise begins for all other guests. Guests receiving Concierge amenities will receive a 5% discount off of the prices shown below for Regent Choice tours.

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  • Biarritz & the Basque Coast
    Light Activity
  • San Sebastian
    Light Activity
  • A Taste of the Basque Country
    Light Activity
  • Discover Medieval Bayonne
    Light Activity

  • Biarritz & the Basque Coast

    Light Activity
    Duration: 4 hours
    Tour Code: sjl-002
    Price:

    Free

    Discover Biarritz, considered the Queen of resorts and the resort of Kings on this delightful half-day tour.

    Joining your motor coach at the pier, you'll enjoy a scenic 30-minute drive to Biarritz, stopping first at lighthouse point. Situated on the northern tip of Biarritz, this lovely viewpoint offers a wonderful panoramic view of the city and makes for a great photo opportunity. After a scenic drive, you will take part in a guided walking tour of the city. Amongst the sites you will view during the course of your tour is the Grande Plage, the main beach in town, where surfers from all over the world come to ride the waves.

    Another impressive highlight is the Hotel du Palais. With its façade that overhangs the golden beach of Biarritz, this historic hotel revives memories of the idle and frivolous period of the 1920's. Built in 1855 as a summer house for the Imperial couple, the building owes its 'E' shape to the name of the Empress Eugenie.

    From the Hotel du Palais, your next stop is the cozy fishing port nestled amongst the rocks. It is considered by many as a tiny village within the city of Biarritz. After viewing the fishing port, it's off to the Rock of the Virgin, a landmark in Biarritz. This island is attainable only by an imposing bridge which was constructed by Gustave Eiffel, the very same architect who, of course, designed the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris. Your interesting, as well as amusing guided tour packed with anecdotes from Biarritz's colorful past, concludes at the ancient whaling port where you are afforded some free time to further explore on your own or do some shopping.

    Re-joining your coach, you'll next travel through the charming villages of Bidart and Guethary, typical villages with their fronton, the place where the Basques play the pelota, the traditional sport.

    Arriving back in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you will enjoy a 45-minute walking tour of the historic town which will end back at the pier.

    Please note: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking and is not available to wheelchair guests. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned only to participate to the extent of their personal stamina and ability and may make arrangements with the guide to not participate in some of the walking portions of the tour. Weather appropriate clothing; sun cap; sunglasses; and fat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The order of the sites viewed or visited may vary.

Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tour Departure times are subject to change so please reference your actual tour ticket for the correct departure time. Tours operate rain or shine. Minor children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a an adult parent or guardian on all shore excursions. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.

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