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Sightseeing ToursBordeaux

Small-Group Saint-Emilion and Pomerol Day Trip from Bordeaux
Join this small-group day trip to the Saint-Emilion and Pomerol wine-making region of France. This full-day guided excursion from Bordeaux offers picturesque scenery, sightseeing and fine wines – the perfect day out from the city! Sample Bordeaux wines in two fascinating chateaux and explore the charming UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of Saint-Emilion.

Numbers are limited to a maximum of eight people, ensuring personalized attention from your expert local guide.

Bordeaux Vineyards Wine Tasting Half-Day Trip
Explore the cellars and vineyards of Bordeaux’s wineries on this 5-hour tour, and enjoy tastings along the way. Travel into the countryside outside Bordeaux by air-conditioned coach and hear your guide talk of the area’s winemaking history. With the precise itinerary changing daily, perhaps discover wineries in the Médoc or Saint-Emilion territories. Tour the cellars with a guide and marvel at the row after row of vines disappearing into the distance. Enjoy two tasting sessions on your tour and gain an understanding of the delicate flavors at work.

Full-Day Small-Group Medoc Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Join this small-group wine tour from Bordeaux to the Médoc for a full day of scenic drives and wine tasting. The Médoc produces some of the most renowned red wines in the Bordeaux wine region and offers some of the best wine-tasting opportunities in the whole of France. You will visit famous classified growth vineyards and castles, where you can taste wines from the Médoc.

Throughout the day, you can admire some of the most beautiful chateaux in France as you enjoy three visits to wineries. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 8 people, ensuring personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.

Bordeaux Wine and Culinary Tour
Food and wine are a huge part of life in France and the area of Bordeaux is no exception. While you’re in Bordeaux, one of the premier wine regions of France, take advantage of its culinary bounty on a full-day wine and food tour. You’ll visit four wine estates and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Private Tour: Wine Harvest and Tasting Trip from Bordeaux
Treat yourself to a unique French wine experience that is available for only a limited time each year! On this full-day private tour from Bordeaux, head to the wine region of Médoc or St-Émilion to visit two wineries. Harvest grapes in the morning, recharge with a barbecue-style lunch, and then take a wine tasting workshop. Depending on where you choose to harvest, travel the Castle Road in the Médoc region or visit the medieval village of St-Émilion. Finish your trip by visiting a second winery for tastings and a workshop. This private tour makes for a more relaxed, intimate experience and allows for more individualized attention from your guide.

Small-Group St Emilion Half-Day Trip from Bordeaux
Join this small-group tour from Bordeaux to discover the beautiful medieval village of St Emilion. Start the tour with a visit and wine-tasting session in a grand cru estate of St Emilion. The village of St Emilion is named after a Breton monk from the eighth century whose followers started wine production in the area, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a beautiful place to spend a couple of hours. Walk along the original city walls and climb the steep cobblestone streets, exploring wine cellars, artisan studios and art galleries with your guide. You’ll also have free time to enjoy a wine tasting. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 8 people, ensuring personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.

Saint-Emilion Day Trip from Bordeaux: Château Wine Tastings and Lunch
This day trip from Bordeaux takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed wine region of St-Emilion for a full day of wine tasting. Visit two château wine estates to tour the cellars, learn about the winemaking process, and taste the wines that give St-Emilion its prestigious reputation. Enjoy a buffet lunch with your fellow wine lovers, and end with a guided tour and free time in the village of St-Emilion.

Small-Group Medoc or St-Emilion Wine Tasting and Chateaux Tour from Bordeaux
Enjoy an afternoon of French wine tasting in either the Medoc or St-Emilion wine region on this small-group tour from Bordeaux. Visit two wonderful French châteaux and enjoy tasting different wines accompanied by a typical French platter of local bread, cheese and cured meat. End your afternoon with a wine workshop where you’ll discover how to blend your own wine or learn some expert wine-tasting tips.

Medoc 1855 Classification Premium Wine Tasting Day Trip
Taste your way through the famous Médoc wine region on this full-day wine tour from Bordeaux. At three different châteaux, you’ll sample premium red wines that gave Médoc its prestigious reputation with the 1855 Bordeaux classification. Your expert guide will give you the inside scoop on Bordeaux's rich winemaking heritage: learn about the regions and classification, discover the art of food and wine pairing, learn how to read a French wine label and more. Enjoy a typical French lunch at the second château you visit.

Arcachon Half-Day Trip from Bordeaux Including Pyla Dune and Oyster Tasting
Spend a morning away from Bordeaux on this half-day trip to the Bay of Arcachon. On this small-group tour, visit Pyla Dune (Dune du Pyla), the largest sand dune in Europe, and admire the spectacular views from the top. Explore the town of Arcachon before a visit to an oyster farm for a sample of fresh oysters. Relax on a scenic beach before heading back to Bordeaux. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Bordeaux Shore Excursion: Private Bordeaux and St-Emilion Tour
When your ship arrives in Bordeaux, spend your time in port on a private city shore excursion of Bordeaux and St Emilion – two of the area’s most delightful towns. With a private guide you’ll have a one-hour tour of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a tour of the charming village of St Emilion, full of narrow streets and historic buildings. You will also enjoy a wine-tasting session in a breathtaking Grand Cru Classé chateau. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.

Grands Crus Classés de Graves Wine Tour and Lunch from Bordeaux
Spend a leisurely half day exploring wineries and vineyards on a 6-hour tour of the Graves region of Bordeaux, enjoying tastings and learning how to pair wine with food. Visit two châteaux in the area with a guide, and see the age-old winemaking process up close. Marvel at row upon row of vineyards in the Graves region, explore the wineries and enjoy tastings of the delicate wine produced. Learn the intricate art of pairing wine with food, and gain an appreciation of the complex flavors in your glass.

Wine and Cheese - An Introduction to Bordeaux Wines
Experience Bordeaux wine tasting at its finest during a two-hour wine and cheese tasting session in Bordeaux. At the esteemed Baud et Millet restaurant in Bordeaux, famed for its artisan French cheeses and fine wines, you’ll learn about these exquisite French delicacies as you taste them!

Small-Group Wine Tasting and Workshop in Bordeaux
Develop your knowledge and appreciation of French wine with a 2-hour small-group wine tasting and workshop in Bordeaux. Start your session with a presentation of the main French wine regions by your professional sommelier in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Next, learn some wine-tasting techniques; learn how to identify different aromas; and enjoy an appetizer platter of local cheese, meats and bread while tasting eight different wines from regions including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Côtes du Rhône and the Loire Valley. Finish the fun session with a wine-blending workshop, where you’ll create your own blend of wine.

Small-Group St-Emilion Bike Tour from Bordeaux Including Wine Tastings and Lunch
Spend a day exploring the French region of St-Emilion by bike, accompanied by a friendly guide. From Bordeaux, take a train to the UNESCO-listed village of St-Emilion and enjoy a guided walking tour. Then cycle to a family-run wine chateau for lunch. Enjoy a wine-tasting class and a tour of the wine cellars, before you continue biking through vineyards and past famous chateaux such as Petrus and Cheval Blanc. Stop at a Classified Growth chateau, and end your tour with a final wine tasting. Numbers are limited to 16 on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Bordeaux Wine Day Trip
Explore the vineyards that have made Bordeaux wines famous the world over on this full-day wine tour. You'll discover Bordeaux's extraordinary wine heritage and history, and develop a taste for the fabulous wines of Bordeaux!

Bordeaux Shore Excursion: Full-Day Private Medoc Wine Tour
When your cruise ship arrives in Bordeaux and you have only a single day to see the best of this area, book a private wine tour to the Médoc, one of France’s most well-known wine regions. The Médoc produces some of the most renowned red wines in the Bordeaux wine region and offers some of the best wine-tasting opportunities in the whole of France. You will visit famous classified growth vineyards and castles, where you can taste wines from the Médoc and other French regions.

Small-Group Médoc Wine Tour from Bordeaux
On this small-group wine tour from Bordeaux, you’ll enjoy scenic drives through the Médoc wine region and taste some delicious French wines! During this half-day tour, visit two famous wineries – both are classified growth chateaux – with a wine guide, and enjoy wine tastings at both. On the picturesque journey between the wineries, you will pass by well-known chateaux such as Chateaux Margaux and Palmer.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your local guide.

Bordeaux Shore Excursion: Private St-Emilion Half-Day Trip
St Emilion is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a beautiful place to spend your time in port in Bordeaux. On this half-day shore excursion, you’ll tour this charming French village. Walk along the original city walls and climb the steep cobblestone streets, exploring wine cellars, artisan studios and art galleries with your guide. You’ll also have free time to enjoy a wine tasting, or you can pay a visit to the famous underground church carved out of solid limestone. Numbers are limited to eight people, ensuring personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.

Bordeaux City Sights Night Walking Tour
Soak up Bordeaux's buzzing nighttime atmosphere on this 2-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Visit top Bordeaux attractions including Monument aux Girondins, Place de la Bourse and Place de la Comédie as you explore the historical city center. Stroll down the Garonne River, feel the evening energy stir along Rue Sainte-Catherine — one of the longest pedestrian streets in Europe — and admire the architecture of the prestigious Grand Théâtre. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour offers a comprehensive overview of Bordeaux's history, culture, architecture and more.

Bordeaux Wine Tour: Three Wine Regions, Chateaux Wine Tastings and Lunch
Instead of just the usual wineries of St-Emilion or Médoc, this wine tour also lets you experience a different side of Bordeaux. Wine taste your way through the prestigious St Emilion plus two of Bordeaux’s lesser-known wine regions, such as Sauternais, Fronsac, Lalande de Pomerol, Entre-deux-Mers or Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur, all while learning about the French art of winemaking from your expert guide. Sip signature local wines, tour the wine cellars, enjoy lunch at a beautiful wine estate, and finish by wine tasting at a Top Growth chateau in UNESCO World Heritage-listed St-Emilion.

Bordeaux Sightseeing Bus and Walking Tour
Get a comprehensive overview of Bordeaux's history, architecture, winemaking heritage and top attractions on this 2-hour tour by bus and foot. In the comfort of a coach, travel through Place des Quinconces, marvel at Bordeaux Cathedral and City Hall, and explore both sides of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Garonne River. Hop off your coach and follow your guide on a 30-minute walking tour of the pedestrian city center, where the imposing pillars of the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux await.

Bordeaux City Sights Walking Tour
Get an introduction to Bordeaux, the wine capital of France, on this 2-hour walking tour perfect for first-time visitors. Visit Bordeaux’s main sights including the Monument aux Girondins, Place de la Bourse and Place de la Comédie. Walk along the Garonne River, stroll the buzzing pedestrian street of Rue Sainte-Catherine, and admire the architecture of the Grand Théâtre, one of France’s famous theaters. Learn about the sights and history of Bordeaux from a guide along the way.

Bordeaux Super Saver: Small-Group Trip to Arcachon with Oyster Tasting and Lunch plus Médoc Wine Tour
Enjoy a full day of gorgeous vineyards, stunning châteaux, fine wine and fresh oysters as you visit the Médoc wine region and the Bay of Arcachon for guided tours and tastings. Combining two best-selling tours at a discounted price, this Bordeaux Super Saver lets you take advantage of the Bordeaux region’s many delights in one day. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized Bordeaux experience.

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Bordeaux Gourmet Food Walking Tour with Lunch

Taste Bordeaux’s many delights on this 4-hour gourmet food tour. Exploring the city on foot with your food-lover guide, visit well-known local shops to meet the owners. You'll sample breads, cheeses and chocolates, followed by a buffet lunch served with local Bordeaux wine.



Bordeaux Super Saver: Gourmet Food Walking Tour with Lunch plus Médoc Wine Tasting

Enjoy a full day of gastronomic delights with this Bordeaux Super Saver, combining a gourmet food tour in Bordeaux’s city center and a wine-tasting tour in Médoc. Wander along charming streets and visit local shops where you'll sample French breads, cheeses and chocolates, followed by a buffet lunch. Then drive to the nearby Médoc wine region to visit two lovely château wine estates. Tour the vineyards and cellars, learn about the winemaking process, and sip Bordeaux wines paired with small bites. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

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Bordeaux Super Saver: Small-Group Wine Tasting and Lunch plus St-Emilion Wine Tour

Enjoy wine tastings galore with this Bordeaux Super Saver, which combines two best-selling wine tours for a discounted price. In Bordeaux, taste and learn about wines from France’s major wine regions — including Burgundy, Côtes du Rhône and the Loire Valley — and pair your tastings with bread, cheeses and cured meats. After lunch, visit two châteaux in the nearby UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of St-Emilion for more wine tastings and a walking tour of the vineyards. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

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Bordeaux Super Saver: Médoc Wine Tour and Lunch plus St-Emilion or Graves

This Bordeaux Super Saver takes you on a full-day wine tour to Médoc and either St-Emilion or Graves. With your expert guide visit prestigious classified-growth châteaux and charming family-run wine estates for guided tours of the vineyards, vat rooms and cellars, followed by wine tastings. You’ll learn all about Bordeaux wine, winemaking and proper tasting tips as you savor a variety of wines paired with French bread and cheese. Break up your tastings with a lovely picnic lunch in Bordeaux. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

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French Cooking Class at L'atelier des Chefs in Bordeaux
Fillet fish from the Bay of Biscay, prepare lamb reared on the salt marshes of nearby Pauillac, and learn more about local ingredients such as duck confit and foie gras during a 1.5- to 2-hour cooking class at the renowned L’atelier des Chefs school in Bordeaux. No matter what class you take, expect a focus on the best in seasonal and regional cuisine. The class, limited to 16 people, is sure to add a little French flair to your recipe list!

French Pastry and Dessert Class at L'atelier des Chefs in Bordeaux
Satisfy your sweet tooth in Bordeaux with a 2-hour French dessert class at L'atelier des Chefs, a famous cooking school. Under the guidance of an expert pastry chef, learn how to prepare perfect macarons, éclairs, chocolate soufflés, fruit tarts or cream puffs, and discover the tricks of the trade that make French confections so divine. Indulge in your decadent creations at the end of the cooking session, and take home the recipes to recreate the desserts for your family and friends.

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Blaye and Bourg Day Trip from Bordeaux with Wine-Tasting Lunch Cruise and Winery Tour
Enjoy a relaxing day of wine tasting, exploring the French countryside and cruising along the Garonne River on this day trip from Bordeaux. Starting with a river cruise, admire the historic waterfront as you sip prized Bordeaux wines, enjoy lunch and learn about the art of pairing food and wine. Hop off to visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Citadel of Blaye, tour the medieval village of Bourg and enjoy a second wine-tasting session at a local winery on the banks of the Gironde before driving back to Bordeaux.

Blaye and Bourg Tour with Wine-Tasting Garonne River Cruise from Bordeaux
Explore Bordeaux’s vineyard-covered countryside and enjoy a wine-tasting boat cruise on this half-day tour. Drive to the winemaking region on the right bank of the Garonne River to visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Citadel of Blaye. Enjoy a château and a tasting of local wine. Board a boat and sip prized Bordeaux wines as you cruise back to the city, passing along the historic Port of the Moon waterfront.

Garonne River Cruise Including Dinner from Bordeaux
Admire Bordeaux's glittering waterfront on this 3-hour evening Garonne River cruise, with dinner served on board. Sip a welcome cocktail as you soak up views of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cityscape, with sights including Place de la Bourse and Quai Richelieu, and sit down to a 3-course meal made with locally sourced ingredients.

Garonne River Cruise Including Lunch from Bordeaux
Discover Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage-listed architecture on this 3-hour lunch cruise along the Garonne River. With a welcome cocktail in hand, admire panoramic views of famous Bordeaux landmarks including Place de la Bourse, Quai Richelieu, Pont de Pierre and Basilica of St Michael from your pristine vantage point. Enjoy a freshly prepared 3-course lunch, made with locally sourced ingredients, as you take in the riverfront sights.

Garonne River Cruise and Ile de Patiras Médoc Wine-Tasting Tour from Bordeaux
Explore the vineyards and waterways of Bordeaux by boat and bus on this full-day wine tour, starting with a Garonne River cruise. Enjoy lunch and wine tastings as you drift past Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage-listed waterfront and the vineyards along the Gironde estuary, stopping on Ile de Patiras to climb the lighthouse and photograph the sweeping landscapes. Then hit the road through the famous Médoc wine region, where you’ll visit a winery to sample local wines and learn about Bordeaux's rich winemaking heritage.

Half-Day Médoc Wine-Tasting Tour and River Cruise from Bordeaux
Venture to the beautiful Bordeaux countryside for a relaxing afternoon of wine tasting, followed by a Garonne River cruise. Drive by coach to a winery in the famous Médoc wine region, where you'll sample prized Bordeaux wines during an informative tasting session. Travel back to Bordeaux on a scenic boat cruise along the Gironde estuary, sipping more wine as you take in the waterfront scenery.

Garonne River Cruise Including Bordeaux Wine Tasting
Discover Bordeaux by boat on this 1.5-hour Garonne River cruise, and enjoy a tasting of some of the region's finest wines on board. Beginning at Quai Richelieu, admire UNESCO World Heritage-listed architectural gems along the waterfront, such as Place de la Bourse. Cruise past ancient buildings and under modern bridges to the rolling vineyards of the Aquitaine countryside, all while sipping wonderful local wines and learning about Bordeaux from your onboard guide.

Bordeaux Segway Tour
Explore Bordeaux in style and discover top attractions such as Place des Quinconces, Rue Sainte-Catherine, Place de la Comédie and Bordeaux Cathedral on this 1-hour Segway tour. Following a guide, glide along the banks of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Garonne River and through the bustling city center. Visit historic monuments, cruise around grand squares and veer down shopping and dining streets thriving with visitors and Bordeaux locals alike. Your group size is limited to nine people to ensure a personalized experience.

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