Tours and Trips in Aquitaine

With only one day in port after your cruise ship arrives to see the Bordeaux wine region, a private wine tour of the M edoc region is the way to go. Head into the vineyard-covered countryside to sample some of the region's signature wines at Classified Growth chateaux. The M edoc offers some of the best wine-tasting opportunities in the entire country.

Where better to fine-tune your appreciation of French wine than the wine capital of France? Delve into the long history of winemaking in France with a tour of the Wine and Trade Museum in Bordeaux and learn the secrets of Bordeaux's 'Grand Vins'. Then, indulge in an expert-led wine tasting, sample fine Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines and discover the difference between Merchant and Chateau wines.

See more of Bordeaux in less time, and travel in comfort, when you explore the city on an electric bike tour. Choose from morning or afternoon departure times, and set off from the city center. With help from the bike, you'll see the UNESCO-listed city's major highlights in just a couple hours, from the 11th-century Bordeaux Cathedral and the Garonne River to the sprawling Place des Quinconces and more. Learn more about the sights from your guide as you explore.

Spend your time in the port of Bordeaux by visiting the historic and picturesque village of Saint Emilion on a half-day shore excursion. Explore the narrow lanes of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, browse artist galleries and studios, or visit the underground church. You'll also have free time to sample some of the famous wines during a wine tasting. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Inject some fun into your sightseeing tour and zip around Bordeaux in a compact and eco-friendly electric car. Follow the car's 1.5-hour GPS-programmed route or devise your own itinerary; hop out to explore Place des Quinconces, the Golden Triangle, and Place de la Bourse; and spot landmarks such as the Grand Th eâtre, the Pont de Pierre, and the Palais Rohan along the way

Enjoy a full day of exploring the beautiful M edoc region on a wine tour from Bordeaux. The M edoc region is responsible for some of the best wines that are produced in Bordeaux, and it's an excellent place to go wine tasting in France. Stop at three wineries housed in magnificent chateaux. The idyllic surroundings, renowned vineyards and historic castles make this a perfect day trip from Bordeaux.

Combine two of the most popular Bordeaux excursions into one full-day including magnificent châteaux, picturesque vineyards, wine tasting and fresh oysters in the Bay of Arcachon and M edoc wine region. With this Bordeaux Super Saver, you'll experience the best of the region in one day at a discount. Group size is limited to eight people, ensuring more personalized attention from your guide.

Zip around Bordeaux in an eco-friendly electric car and explore the city at your own pace. Set out on a 2.5-hour self-guided tour with a pre-programmed GPS sightseeing route and explore Bordeaux's UNESCO-listed center, including the Triangle d'Or, Place des Quinconces, Porte Cailhau, and the Grosse Cloche.

Discover the many facets of Bordeaux on a 2-hour guided sightseeing tour. You'll travel both by bus and on foot to explore the city's vast offerings, including its stunning architecture and aspects of its winemaking history. See both side of the Garonne River and its UNESCO-listed waterfront, marvel at the Grand Th eâtre de Bordeaux, and stroll Old Town on a guided walking tour.

Create your perfect (and cost-efficient!) 24H, 48H or 72H of Bordeaux's best attractions with the Bordeaux Metropole City Pass! With your single-day or multi-day pass, visit museums, palaces, archeological sites and more! Your pass includes an unlimited public transit ticket, complimentary bus and walking tours, free entry to more than a dozen venues around town and other local discounts. Plus, it includes the entrance to La Cit e du Vin (before 12pm only). The Bordeaux City Pass offers something for everyone!

Spend a full day exploring the famous wine regions around Bordeaux with this Bordeaux Super Saver tour to M edoc and either St-Emilion. Visit both smaller family-run wineries and well-respected classified growth châteaux during your tour, learning about Bordeaux wines and wine-making from your knowledgeable guide. Take guided vineyard and wine cellar tours and sample the wines produced at the châteaux, accompanied by local cheese and bread. Take a midday break for a picnic lunch in Bordeaux. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide.

Delve into the rich winemaking region of Bordeaux on an enriching full-day tour of St-Emillion and a variety of lesser known regions. With a connoisseur guide, explore the verdant vineyards of three of the following regions; Fronsac, Sauternais, Lalande de Pomerol or Bordeaux and Bordeaux Sup erieur, while gaining fascinating insight into traditional production processes. Descend to ancient wine cellars; sample smooth glasses of refined wines; enjoy lunch at a picturesque estate; and discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed beauty of Top Growth chateau.

Escape the bustle of Bordeaux for some seaside therapy on this 4.5-hour day trip to the Bay of Arcachon. With your local guide and small group, you'll journey southwest by mini-coach to the white sands beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster-harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune - the highest sand dune in Europe - stroll the beach, get splendid ocean and forest views, and sample fresh oysters at a local oyster farm.

Enjoy a private shore excursion of Bordeaux and Saint Emilion, two of the prettiest towns in the area, after you arrive at the Bordeaux port. Explore the historic city of Bordeaux with your private guide for an hour, followed by a trip to the charming town of Saint Emilion. Both towns are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Stop at a Grand Cru Class e chateau for a wine tasting of some of the region's famous vintages. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure personalized attention.

Get to know Bordeaux by foot on this 2-hour walking tour, perfect for first-time visitors to the city. As you stroll between the sites, discover illuminating facts about the city and its history, and enjoy photo stops at highlights such as the towering Monument aux Girondins and handsome Place de la Bourse. Along the way, take in the picturesque Garonne River, amble along the pedestrianized shopping boulevard of Rue Sainte-Catherine, and check out the splendid Grand Th eâtre, a vision of sweeping columns and one of France's best-known theaters.

Combine two popular tours with this full-day Bordeaux Super Saver to indulge in the best food and wine the region has to offer. Start with a morning food tour in historic Bordeaux, followed by an afternoon spent wine tasting in the M edoc region. Sample local cheese, gourmet chocolate and freshly-baked baguettes. Enjoy a buffet-style lunch at midday before heading into the nearby M edoc region for vineyard tours and wine tasting at two châteaux. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide.

Discover the subterranean cellars and winemaking secrets of the Bordeaux wine region on a 5-hour tour from Bordeaux. Admire sweeping vistas of the picturesque countryside as you travel by air-conditioned coach to prestigious wineries in the appellations of either Saint-Emillion or Mèdoc. Descend into the ancient cellars and see oak barrels of refined wines before marveling at expansive sprawls of vineyards. Pamper your palate with delicious samples of wine and gain fascinating insight into the wines' delicate flavors and meticulous manufacture.

See the main sights of Bordeaux in a fun way with a 1-hour Segway tour. Join your knowledgeable guide as you visit places like the Rue Sainte-Catherine, Place des Quinconces, Place de la Com edie and the Bordeaux Cathedral, all highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Cruise around public squares and through historic streets lined with shops and restaurants, frequented by both visitors and locals. Tour group size is limited to nine people, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Zip past the UNESCO-listed monuments of Bordeaux on a thrilling 2-hour Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then follow your guide on a scenic tour around Bordeaux's bridges, quays and riverbanks. Glide through Place de la Com edie, soak up the atmosphere in lively Quinquonce Place and weave through the Saint Pierre quarter. Hop off along the way to pose for photos or marvel at city landmarks like the grand Bordeaux Cathedral.

While in Bordeaux, discover the bounty of wine country on a full-day guided tasting tour! With an expert guide, tour a wine cellar in Bordeaux's historic district and enjoy a tasting before stopping in town for a traditional lunch. Then depart Bordeaux to explore outlying wine chateaux in either Medoc or Saint Emilion. You'll visit one or two esteemed wine estates, meet local vintners, learn about the extraordinary local viticulture traditions and sample a range of fine wines.