DAY 1: Medoc Tour
From Bordeaux Station or Merignac Airport.
Take a first stop in Pauillac for a private tour and tasting at Pichon Baron. An imposing and elegant castle in the vines, classified as a Second Great Growth (Deuxième Grand Cru Classé) in 1855, made with grapes from the oldest vines on the estate's historic plots.
Then, enjoy your lunch in a fine gourmet restaurant with fresh and local food at the Café Lavinal (payment on site).
During the afternoon, discover the wines of Beychevelle reflect the elegance and finesse of Saint-Julien's finest terroirs.
Back in Bordeaux city - Night at Yndo luxury hotel.
DAY 2: Saint-Emilion Tour
Take a first stop in Pomerol for a private tour and tasting at Château Beauregard, the estate has a long wine-growing history, dating back at least to the 18th century.
Immerse yourself with the history of the monk who founded the village, to the digging of the surprising monolithic church, the visit will make you discover 4 monuments: the hermitage of Émilion, the Chapel of the Trinity and its medieval paintings, the catacombs as well as the church underground.
Lunch at your leisure.
After lunch break, possibility to visit vineyards with E-Bikes (with supplement)
Discover Château de Ferrand who won a deserved recognition for the unanimously acclaimed quality of its wines when the estate was awarded Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé status. Continue your journey to Château Bellefont-Belcier.
Back in Bordeaux city - Night at Yndo Luxury hotel.
DAY 3: Bordeaux City Center Tour
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. There are several options for this tour, each of which gives you the chance to visit the city’s landmarks and one of Bordeaux’s finest cheese shops. With a glass of wine in hand, experts will teach you all about the conservation and aging process of the cheeses at the intimate atmosphere of this affineuse’s boutique. A Bordelaise company, renowned for its cannelés, will then welcome you to taste the city’s iconic dessert. Originally crafted by nuns, you will be surprised to hear how its creation is linked to wine. We will taste the "grand crus" of one of the oldest chocolate shops in Bordeaux, that's right! Chocolates also have grand crus! This family business has been an institution for the bordelais since 1915.
After this amazing tasting, enjoy a free time to discover the upper part of Bordeaux !
Here are some of our suggestions:
Bassin des lumières: largest digital arts centre in the world, presents monumental immersive digital exhibitions, dedicated to major artists in the history of art and to contemporary art.
Cité du Vin: above all a journey to discover wine. But the museum is full of many attractions! The bold architecture of the building, the temporary exhibitions, the roof, the green gardens, the cultural programming make it an essential place to live
Other: Ask for more suggestions.
Back at your hotel by public transportation.
DAY 4: Pessac Léognan Tour
For your last day, we invite you to travel through the Pessac Léognan region known for its Graves wines.
Your discovery begins at Château Malartic-Lagravière:
Château Malartic-Lagravière is one of the only six Classified Growths with both red and white wines. These are well-known all over the world for their complexity, elegance, intensity and balance, which are appreciated in all the best places.
The visit to the cellars will be followed by a chic picnic in the magnificent castle gardens (Included: the visit, the picnic and 3 glasses of wine lasting 2h30)
Before joining one of the most prestigious Château de Pessac, we invite you to discover the delicious Domaine de la Solitude, a small château of which Jean Paul Kauffmann, famous French author and great lover of Bordeaux wines, said: In the Gironde, there are a lot more famous places to visit but, at La Solitude, a solemn and discreetly turbulent melancholy emanates which you won't find anywhere else.”
You will end your discovery of the region with the Iconic Château Pape Clément in Pessac, enjoy a 7 centuries of history of a mythical Grand Cru Classé of the Graves surrounded by vines and a sumptuous garden. A unique castle whose first grape harvest took place in 1252.
Back in Bordeaux.
DAY 5: Last Day in Bordeaux
Breakfast in your Hotel.
Depending of your return time,
Private transfer to Bordeaux Station or Bordeaux Merignac Airport.
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