Bordeaux for city lovers
This itinerary will afford you the opportunity to explore the ancient streets of the city of Bordeaux and her 2,000 years of history. On your first full day, a historical walking tour with a local historian will orient you to this beautiful city and its ancient landmarks and monuments. Your second day will be a celebration of local food and wine, starting with a decadent food tour showcasing the many specialties of the region including truffles, oysters, foie gras and caviar. You will then head to a chateau just outside of the city to enjoy a private tour and tasting at one of Bordeaux’s top wineries. The rest of the time will be yours to explore and fall in love with this city we call home.
Duration:
4 days / 3 nights
Included in this itinerary
Private historical walking tour and private food tour in the city of Bordeaux
Private tour and tasting at a chateau
Private transfers upon arrival and departure
Tailor-made dining program
Booking of accommodations to suit your preferences
Day 1
Upon your arrival in Bordeaux, you will be welcomed by a member of our team. You will then be taken by private transfer to your accommodations in the heart of historic Bordeaux. Take the time to settle into your accommodations before enjoying an aperitif followed by a welcome dinner for you and your party. After dinner you can take a stroll along the river front or meander through the ancient streets of the old town.
Day 2
After breakfast, your guide will meet you at your hotel to start your walking tour. Your tour will be customized to your specific areas of interests. Typically you will spend the morning exploring Bordeaux and its famous monuments including Le Monument aux Girondins, Le Grand Théâtre, La Porte Cailhau and La Gross Cloche before enjoying lunch at one of Bordeaux’s best restaurants. The afternoon and evening will be yours to enjoy at your own pace, ending with another wonderful meal featuring regional cuisine. For ballet and opera lovers, we would be happy to procure tickets for performances at Le Grand Théâtre.
Day 3
Today will be all about Bordeaux’s food and wine. After a leisurely morning, you will meet your guide for a wonderful food tour showcasing the finest food and delicacies of the region. Truffles, cheese, oysters and caviar are just some of the things you can enjoy along with some sweet treats. Your food tour will be customized to your preferences so you needn’t worry about encountering any foods that you would rather not. In the afternoon you’ll head to a local chateau for a private tour of the vineyards and tasting of several of the chateau’s wines. The evening will be yours once again to enjoy the city at your own pace, meandering the ancient streets and taking it all in.
Day 4
After a leisurely morning, your driver will take you to your chosen point of departure or onwards to your next experience in this beautiful region.
About Bordeaux
The city of Bordeaux has it all. Many refer to it as a smaller and more intimate version of Paris. What strikes many visitors upon their arrival is the grand 18th century architecture which inspired the design of modern day Paris. These noble facades are home to countless cafés, restaurants and artisans of all types from chocolatiers to silk scarf makers as well as luxury brands such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Cartier. Bordeaux has been an important stop on global trading routes since roman times but today the warehouses which once lined the city’s riverfront have given way to a vibrant waterfront of eateries, markets and the stunning Mirror d’Eau which was designed to capture and enhance the beauty of Bordeaux’s crown jewel, Place de la Bourse. The region’s vineyards surround the city so while you’re here you can easily enjoy a drive out to the wineries to enjoy some of what Bordeaux is best known for – its wine.
Please note that itinerary descriptions are for illustrative purposes only. Each itinerary is customized to your specific needs and priced accordingly.
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