DAY 1: BORDEAUX / MÉDOC

Pick up in Bordeaux and private transportation to Médoc region with an English-speaking driver, expert of the wine region.

Your first stop is in Pauillac for a private tour and tasting at Château Pichon Baron, an imposing and elegant estate classified as a Grand Cru Classé in 1855.

For lunch, your guide will be pleased to recommend some wonderful and authentic places either in the village or in a winery. (payment on site).

In the afternoon, continue your discovery with a visit to Château Beychevelle, where the wines embody the elegance and finesse of Saint-Julien’s finest terroirs.

Return to Bordeaux in the evening and check in at a 5-star hotel.

DAY 2: BORDEAUX / SAINT-ÉMILION

After breakfast, meet your driver at the hotel.

Begin your day with a visit to Pomerol for a private tour and tasting at Château Beauregard.

Following this experience, immerse  yourself in the history of Saint-Émilion as you embark on a private tour of the village’s iconic monuments. Discover the legacy of the monk Émilion, the founder of the village, as well as the wonders of the underground: the hermitage, the Trinity Chapel with its medieval paintings, the catacombs, and the stunning monolithic church.

Enjoy lunch at your leisure, with many wonderful options available in the village.

After lunch, explore the vineyards and visit Château de Ferrand, celebrated for its Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé status and the excellence of its wines. Then continue to Château Bellefont-Belcier for a final tasting experience of the day.

Return to Bordeaux and overnight at your 5 star hotel.

DAY 3: BORDEAUX CITY 

During the third day of your Bordeaux trip, enjoy the city center like a real Bordelais!

A gourmet tour is waiting for you, an historical and gastronomic tour punctuated by tastings, allowing you to discover the flavors of Bordeaux. Start with a visit to one of the city’s premier cheese shops, where you’ll enjoy a glass of wine and learn the secrets of cheese aging from expert affineurs. Then, treat yourself to the city’s iconic dessert, the cannelé, at a renowned local pâtisserie, and hear the fascinating story of its creation, which is tied to the region’s winemaking history.

Your tour will also include a tasting of the "grand crus" from one of Bordeaux’s oldest and most beloved chocolate shops, where chocolates are treated with the same reverence as fine wine. This family-owned business has been a Bordelais institution since 1915.

After this indulgent tour, take some time to explore Bordeaux at your own pace. We suggest a visit to the Bassin des Lumières, the world’s largest digital art center, or the Cité du Vin, Bordeaux’s iconic wine museum. These experiences are not to be missed!

Overnight at your 5 star hotel.

DAY 4: PESSAC-LÉOGNAN

After breakfast, meet your driver at the hotel.

Your final day of wine discovery takes you to the Pessac-Léognan region, renowned for its exceptional Graves wines.

Your first stop is at Château Malartic-Lagravière, one of only six classified growths that produces both red and white wines. These wines are admired worldwide for their complexity and balance. After a tour of the cellars, relax in the château’s stunning gardens with a chic picnic, paired with three glasses of wine (2.5-hour experience included).

Enjoy a lunch in a fine gourmet restaurant with fresh and local food, that your driver will recommend (to be paid onsite). The lunch can also be organized in a winery (additional cost will apply).

In the afternoon, visit the charming Domaine de la Solitude, a small but beloved château praised by French author Jean-Paul Kauffmann for its unique atmosphere. It offers a tranquil yet powerful wine experience unlike any other.

Conclude your day with a visit to the iconic Château Pape Clément in Pessac. With over seven centuries of history, this Grand Cru Classé of the Graves invites you to explore its sumptuous gardens and ancient vineyards, where the first harvest took place in 1252.

Return to your hotel in Bordeaux for a relaxing night.

DAY 5: LAST DAY IN BORDEAUX 

Enjoy a delightful breakfast at your hotel.

Depending on your return time, we will arrange a private transfer to either Bordeaux Station or Bordeaux Mérignac Airport at your convenience. End of our services.