The Essence of Bordeaux and it's Region - French Side Travel

The Essence of Bordeaux and it's Region

4 Days | History & Culture, Wine & Food

Bordeaux's Essence: Wine, Cheese, and Chic Comfort

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Explore the beautiful essence of Bordeaux through various private tours of the city alongside private wine and cheese tastings, including testing five amazing Grand Crus in Saint Emilion. Enjoy a picnic at one of Bordeauxs most fabulous Châteaux, and after, spend your nights in a glamorous and chic 5 star hotel with the utmost comfort and relaxation. A perfect getaway!

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Day 1: Bordeaux

Private transfer to your hotel

Arrival at your accommodation

After the check-in, you will have the rest of the day to visit the surroundings.

Bordeaux Golden Triangle – Private food tour

On this gourmet food tour, you will explore the most refined district of Bordeaux: the Golden Triangle. With your expert guide, stroll through grand boulevards and historic arcades, discovering the architectural and culinary treasures that define this elegant part of the city.

The tour begins in front of the majestic Grand Théâtre, and continues along the famous Cours de l’Intendance, passes through historic arcades, and ends at Saint-André Cathedral on Place Pey Berland. Along the way, you’ll discover iconic sites such as Notre-Dame Church, Rue de la Vieille Tour, and Place des Grands Hommes.

Throughout the tour, several guided tastings will enhance the experience. You will also get an overview of the Bordeaux vineyards, their terroirs, and the classification of grands crus.

Food market

Day 2: Bordeaux

Full-day private driver at disposal 

Private guided visit at Chateau Malartic Lagraviere followed by a private lunch

This finest gravel estate located on the hilltop for centuries, covers 73 hectares, including 7 hectares of white wine. This renowned place in the Bordeaux region offers intense, complex, and elegant wines. Château Malartic-Lagravière, one of the most classified properties known for its white and red wines invites you to an idyllic and authentic experience.

You will have an opportunity to learn about the estate, its history, winery, vineyard, and the company’s environmental commitments by taking a private tour. After a complete visit to the estate, you will spend a gourmet moment around food and wine pairings elaborated by the chef. You will get to taste a seasonal menu that will sublimate the selection of wines from the vineyards in the elegant, peaceful, and exclusive setting of the Château’s private residence.

Private Guided Visit with Tastings of Various Vintages in a Sauternes Wine Estate

The guided visit to this wine estate is a journey through 400 years of history, where you will discover their passionate expertise dedicated to excellence.

Following a personalized visit of the estate, enjoy a tasting session which offers insight into 3 different vintages which will awaken all your senses and leave you inspired and impressed

Man holding a glass of wine in vineyard

Day 3: Bordeaux

Full-day private driver at disposal 

Private visit and tasting behind closed doors

In this tour, you will be welcomed to a behind the scenes visit of the house and have the chance to witness the different stages of cognac production. Enjoy access to some of the most exclusive areas of this winery and learn about the terroir and grape varieties. This tour offers a unique opportunity to talk about their rarest blends. A visit to a place steeped in history, in the footsteps of founder Richard Hennessy, born 300 years ago.

A private guide will welcome you in a private tasting room for a presentation on the art of selection, aging, and blending. You will also take part in a tasting ritual of several eau-de-vie corresponding to the different stages of the aging process. Discover the cellar, where a large collection of old cognacs are stored and preserved for future generations.

Suggestion – Day at leisure in the vineyards of Bordeaux and Cognac

You will discover the vineyards of Bordeaux and Cognac wines. The vineyard of Bordeaux and Vineyard of Cognac-Charentes, two world famous names, a wine vineyard, and an alcohol vineyard, are two different “wine cultures”.

The Cognac and Charentes vineyards extend north of the Bordeaux vineyards. The Cognac vineyard is famous all over the world for its brandy. Pineau des Charentes is a great wine-based liqueur, and Charentais IGP wines are constantly growing in quality and volume.

You will learn much more about terroirs, vines, wine making and vintages during conversations with wine producers, a glass in hand, in the cellars or tasting rooms.

Day 4: Bordeaux

Private transfer to the airport

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About This Trip:

    • Enjoy 24/7 English-spoken telephone assistance while traveling
    • This itinerary includes transport, activities, guides, accommodations with breakfasts, and other listed services
    • Price is in USD per person, assuming double occupancy. Note that prices and availability are subject to change.

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