Bordeaux Food and Wine Day Trip

Learn Bordeaux's history as you taste gourmet treats and visit wine estates.

Indulge in the perfect combination of French gastronomy and world-class wines — taste artisanal chocolates, cheeses, and pastries in historic Bordeaux, then explore prestigious châteaux in the renowned Médoc wine region.

Tour Highlights

• Small-group experience (max 8 guests)
• Three gourmet tastings in historic Bordeaux
• Traditional bakery, chocolatier, and cheese workshop visits
• Generous buffet lunch with regional wines
• Two prestigious wine estates in the scenic Médoc region
• High-speed TGV train from Paris (just 2 hours)
• Expert local guide throughout the day

Key Details

Price: $245 (tour only) | $485 (with 2nd Class Rail) | $555 (with 1st Class Rail)

Duration: 16 hours including rail time

Departure: Before 8:00 AM from Paris

Meeting Point: Monument aux Girondins, Place de Quinconces in Bordeaux

Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (April through October)

The Experience

Your culinary adventure begins with a comfortable high-speed train journey from Paris to Bordeaux. Upon arrival, take a short tram ride to meet your guide and begin exploring France's most celebrated wine region through its incredible food and wine culture.

Morning: Gourmet Bordeaux Discovery

Immerse yourself in Bordeaux's rich gastronomic heritage with visits to the city's finest artisanal establishments:

• Traditional bakery - Discover the secrets of authentic French baking with fresh bread tastings
• Renowned chocolatier - Sample innovative flavor combinations and learn about artisanal chocolate making
• Cheese workshop - Taste French classics like Comté, Roquefort, and Brie while learning about their distinct origins
• Specialty tastings - Experience seasonal selections of pastries, pâtés, and local delicacies

Conclude your morning with a delightful buffet lunch paired with local wines in a stylish setting, perfect for savoring the flavors of Bordeaux's gastronomic heritage.

Afternoon: Médoc Wine Estates

Journey through the picturesque Médoc vineyards, celebrated for exceptional wines and scenic landscapes:

• Visit a family-run estate where local experts guide you through detecting woody, tannic, and color nuances
• Explore a prestigious Classified Growth château such as Château Gruaud-Larose or Château Lagrange
• Tour vineyards, vat rooms, and historic cellars
• Enjoy signature wine tastings with perfectly paired bread and cheese

Return to Bordeaux with free time before your evening train back to Paris, completing your perfect day of French culinary and wine exploration.

What's Included

• Expert English-speaking guide throughout the day
• Transportation in modern, air-conditioned minibus
• Three gourmet tastings in Bordeaux
• Buffet lunch with regional wine pairings
• Two wine estate visits with guided tastings
• Historical tour of central Bordeaux
• Round-trip rail tickets (if selected)

Cancellation Policy

• 7+ days before tour: 100% refundable
• 3-7 days before tour: 50% refundable
• Less than 3 days: non-refundable

Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Off-season tours available upon request.

BOOK YOUR CULINARY ADVENTURE NOW

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