Bordeaux is the largest wine growing area in France and the wine is a cherished commodity, needing little introduction to anyone with an interest in wine. Organized every two years, you may have just missed the Bordeaux Festival, however we can offer exclusives to this prestigious French wine region.

A few of the special five star properties we suggest:

– Hotel Les Sources de Caudalie (15 minutes south of Bordeaux city)

– Hostellerie de Plaisance (in St Emilion Unesco Village, 45 minutes east of Bordeaux city)

– La Grande Maison (Great new Boutique Hotel inside Bordeaux)

– Le Grand Hotel bordeaux (a more classic Grand hotel in Bordeaux center)

Exclusive Touring Opportunities Wine & Food:

– Visit and tasting at first growth wineries in all regions of Bordeaux area (St Emilion, Graves, Medoc…).

– Private dinner by local chef (or famous star chef) at wineries or other extraordinary venues (domains, castles, boat…) with wine pairing.

– Food and wine scavenger hunt with vintage sports car (self driving option).

– Food tour (either in Bordeaux City or going to local producers outside the city).

– Wine tasting workshop (learning to develop one’s sensory capacity, focusing mainly on the sense of smell and taste, with a renowned professional).

Cultural/Historical Tours

– Bordeaux city tour

– St Emilion village tour

– Underground St Emilion experience

– Day trip to Biarritz with stops at authentic historical villages and town on the way (option of surfing lessons)

– Day trip to Dordogne for some castle tours, garden’s visit, cave’s exploration, kayak ride with beautiful natural scenery.

Additional Palate Proposals

– Private boat tour including gourmet picnic on the beautiful Arcachon Bassin (visit the iconic cabane tchanquée and the bird’s island as well as local oyster producer for a tasting with some local white wine).

– Tour of Arcachon town and the highest natural sand dune in Europe: Pilat

– Biking, horseback riding, air balloon…