Bordeaux, French capital of wine and food – France Gourmet

WHAT TO EXPECT

If you are a wine lover and enjoy fine cuisine then you need to visit Bordeaux. Located in the southwest of France, not far from the Bay of Biscay, Bordeaux offers more vineyards—more than 100,000—than you could possibly try, but there’s glory even in just scratching the surface. You can combine sightseeing of a vibrant city and enjoy the sandy beaches while reading your favourite book.

Itinerary and Location

Day 1

Private transfers from the airport or station to your hotel. This is your free time to explore the beautiful city of Bordeaux and its historical monuments. Welcome dinner and drinks at the hotel.

Day 2

After breakfast meet with your private wine guide and driver for a full day tour of Saint-Émilion, and its surrounding vineyards. Throughout the day your guide will take you for tastings at two St-Émilion Grand Cru Classe Châteaux’s, and continue the tour with discovering the history of St-Émilion, where you will also enjoy a traditional lunch, all prepared using local produce.

Day 3

You start your full day city tour at the Cours de l’Intendance to discover ancient Bordeaux. You will take the magnificent stretch from the river banks to the Place de la Comedie, and walk by the spectacular Place de la Bourse, The Bordeaux Cathedral St. Andre, The Great Bell, The Pey-Berland tower, The Medieval Gate Porte Cailhau, The Grand Theatre and Opera House of Bordeaux, The Quais and the Place des Quinconces. You continue to explore the scenic old town with your foodie guide, snacking & sipping your way through markets and gourmet stores.

Day 4

Today you continue with your Bordeaux wine tasting trip to the majestic Médoc. Along with your private wine guide you’ll follow the famous Route des Châteaux, stopping for tastings at two prestigious classified growth châteaux along the way, as well as a wonderful 3 course lunch with accompanying wines.

Day 5

Full day free at leisure.

*Optional tour min 2 pax: Half day Baking/pastry class at the famous Ecole du canelé Bordeaux
*Optional tour min 2 pax: Full day Bordeaux regional cooking class
*Optional tour min 2 pax: Half day or Full day tour Wine appreciation class