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READ MORE...Experience Bordeaux’s world-renowned wines on a small group journey designed to immerse you in the heart of this iconic wine region. Travel through scenic vineyards, prestigious wineries, and historic châteaux as you discover the traditions and craftsmanship behind Bordeaux’s celebrated wines. Taste a curated selection ranging from classic Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blends to distinctive varietals such as Petit Verdot, while learning directly from expert winemakers about the region’s time-honoured winemaking process and rich cultural heritage. Beyond the vineyards, explore the charm of Bordeaux’s historic towns, including the medieval streets of Saint-Émilion and the elegant estates of the Médoc, as well as the vibrant atmosphere of Bordeaux city itself. With comfortable travel in a small group setting and the guidance of a knowledgeable local driver/guide, this experience offers an engaging and social way to connect with fellow wine lovers while discovering the landscapes, flavours, and history that define Bordeaux.
Welcome to Bordeaux! Arriving at Bordeaux airport or railway station you’ll find your driver waiting and ready to bring you comfortably to your hotel in central Bordeaux. Check in and enjoy some free time to discover this lively city on your own. Classified "City of Art and History", Bordeaux has been inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List as "an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble" and there will be no shortage of sites to be explored.
Breakfast at your hotel before meeting your guide at 9:30 AM at the Bordeaux Tourist Office for a full-day small group wine tour through the Médoc region. Travel along the famous Château Road (D2), passing some of the world’s most prestigious wine estates such as Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Palmer, as your expert local guide introduces you to the history and terroir that define Bordeaux wines. Your first stop is a carefully selected winery, where you’ll tour the estate, learn about the winemaking process from vine to bottle, and enjoy a guided tasting of elegant, refined Bordeaux wines. Continue to the town of Pauillac for a relaxed lunch at your own expense before heading deeper into the Médoc for the afternoon, visiting two additional wineries across different appellations to compare styles, terroirs, and winemaking approaches. Along the way, your guide will also introduce you to the fascinating world of Bordeaux wine trading and the historic “Place de Bordeaux” system that shaped global wine commerce. After your final tasting, return comfortably to Bordeaux, arriving at approximately 5:30 PM, concluding a rich and immersive day of wine, culture, and discovery. (B)
Breakfast at your hotel before meeting your guide at 9:30 AM at the Bordeaux Tourist Office to begin a full-day small group journey through the renowned Saint-Émilion wine region. Travel through the scenic vineyards of the right bank, where rolling hills and historic estates set the stage for an immersive wine experience. Your morning includes visits and guided tastings at two carefully selected Classified Growth châteaux, where you’ll tour the estates, explore winemaking facilities, and learn how blending, oak aging, and terroir combine to create the region’s exceptional wines. Your expert winery hosts will lead each tasting, while your driver-guide provides additional insight into Bordeaux wine traditions, classifications, and history. After the morning visits, continue to the UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion, a beautifully preserved medieval town named after the monk Émilion, where you’ll enjoy a short walking tour of its historic streets and landmarks, followed by free time for lunch and personal exploration. In the afternoon, visit a final Classified Growth château—offering a contrasting perspective on the region’s winemaking, whether through modern innovation or traditional family methods—before enjoying one last guided tasting. Conclude your day with a relaxing drive back to Bordeaux, arriving at approximately 5:30 PM. (B)
This morning you’ll have breakfast at your hotel before your transfer returns you to the railway station or the airport to begin your journey home. (B)