Architectural Bordeaux: Private Tour with a Local Expert
Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Bordeaux's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time.
• Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group.
• Discover Bordeaux’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert.
• Uncover how La Cité du Vin has shaped Bordeaux's skyline.
• Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests.
• Get curated recommendations for further city discovery.
Experience the evolving face of Bordeaux's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Medoc Private Wine Tour
We know Bordeaux and the vintners personally! We live here.
Experience Bordeaux's most celebrated appellations — Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe up close. We combine stunning modern châteaux with intimate family-owned domaines to show you Bordeaux's true diversity.
Have favourite wines or estates on your wish list? Tell us when you book and we'll check availability. Prefer to leave choices to us? We know which châteaux are showing beautifully right now.
Your guide makes the difference. Our guides are wine professionals with deep knowledge of Bordeaux's appellations, classifications, and vintages — fluent in English, full of insider stories you won't find in guidebooks.
American-owned, reliable service. We bring efficiency and straightforward communication paired with 20+ years of on-the-ground based in Bordeaux. After booking, reach out and we'll tailor your itinerary to your pace and interests.
Duration: 5–9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From Bordeaux : Saint Emilion Food and Wine Day Tour
SAINT-EMILION WINTER WINE & FOOD PAIRING TOUR
Join us on the famous road from Bordeaux through ‘les vignobles du bordelais’ as we showcase the best of the Merlot-strong right bank in an all encompassing tour to 2 Contrasting Chateaux, including stops at many historical and a visit of the UNESCO-listed medieval village of Saint Emilion.
Naturally, this Tour includes many different wine tastings, 2 stops at 2 different wineries for a guided visit followed by food and wine pairings tastings. There’s no better way to learn than by experience!
Indulge in amazing picturesque scenery, excellent wine, rich history and a little picnic lunch with French style baguette sandwich, all in the comfort of a small group with a knowledgeable and friendly guide!
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
City tour, French language course and culinary delights in Bordeaux
Exclusively with us you will experience a culinary journey in Bordeaux, which is also an immersive language course!
With our native guide, you will experience unique city experiences - city walk, museum visit, breakfast and lunch together - all in French to perfect your knowledge and discover France with confidence!
Duration: 5 days
Hello Bordeaux: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide
Get introduced to Bordeaux in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side.
Along the way, you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as Place de la Bourse and the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-André, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Bordeaux ’s history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way.
To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty such as a canelé tasting. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you’ll taste a real part of Bordeaux ’s everyday culture and traditions.
By the end of the tour, you’ll have a great introduction to Bordeaux , its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You’ll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Tour Bordeaux The Essentials with a Local Guide
Are you looking for a visit in slow mode? with historical anecdotes and unique advice? that is, everything that is not found in books? This visit is yours!
We're not going to run from one building to the other. Of course I will mention other points of interest that you cannot miss, but the idea is to take advantage of the Bordeaux lifestyle.
When you leave, you will not only have clear historical references, but you will also know where to reserve a table, what "souvenir" to bring to your loved ones, ... and more!
Feel free to contact me for any type of customization. It would be a pleasure to take you through Sleeping Beauty!
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Half-Day Tour in the Intersea
Explore the Entre-deux Mers, one of Bordeaux’s hidden gems, in a vintage sidecar. Accompanied by a Pilot/Guide, go on a 3-hour adventure through picturesque landscapes of vineyards, forests and meadows. Enjoy photo stops and enriching explanations while enjoying a delicious wine tasting. For an even more immersive experience, opt for the 4h30 option that includes exploring the Abbey of the Sauve Maggiore and the Frontenac quarries. This trip promises to be one of the highlights of your stay in this wine region.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Bordeaux Famous Figures 2h Walking Tour
Discover Bordeaux in a unique way: through the eyes, words, and legacies of its greatest writers and historical figures. This 2-hour tour takes you through iconic locations such as the Miroir d’Eau, where François Mauriac found reflections of the soul, and the Place de la Bourse, a hallmark of the Enlightenment era associated with Montesquieu. Delve into the life of Michel de Montaigne at Tour Pey-Berland, and discuss the sociopolitical debates of the Girondins at Place des Quinconces.
Blending literature, politics, philosophy, and urban history, this tour reveals Bordeaux not just as a city of stone, but as a living dialogue between past and present.
- Follow Montesquieu’s footsteps at Place de la Bourse
- Discover Montaigne’s legacy at Pey-Berland Tower
- Explore the stories of Laclos and Enlightenment thinkers
- Relive the Girondins’ fate at Place des Quinconces
- Trace Bordeaux’s story from Hugo to Mauriac and Chaban
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Tailored Wine Tour to Graves Sauternes in a Presidential Citroen
Discover the exquisite Graves, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes region, renowned for its exceptional white wines, such as the legendary Château Yquem. This tailored wine tour offers a unique opportunity to discover the finest wine chateaux aboard a prestigious and comfortable Citroën DS Convertible of 1963 or 1973. On this full-day tour you will visit 3 to 4 wineries. For lunch we will suggest a restaurant, or would you prefer a private lunch or picnic at a historical wine chateau?
We will book your tastings on your preferences (wine tasting fees and lunch at your own expense).
A luxurious and most authentic journey through the vineyards!
- Experience the world-renowned sweet wines of Sauternes, and dry reds and whites of Pessac-Léognan
- Private tailored tour aboard a vintage Citroën DS convertible
- From 1 to 4 passengers you will get 1 car
- From 5 to 8 passengers you will get 2 cars
- Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bordeaux
- Knowledgeable chauffeur-guides, wine experts
Duration: 8–9 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Transfer from Bordeaux to Arcachon
Book a private transfer in advance.
Private transfer from Bordeaux to Arcachon by luxury car!
If you are a demanding customer, you like luxury, comfort, quality, discretion, we will satisfy you.
Attentive to your well-being, we make every effort to make your transport a true moment of relaxation.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Authentic French Market Experience in Bordeaux
Step into the vibrant world of Bordeaux's culinary scene with an immersive French Market Experience. Starting at a historic 17th-century atelier, you’ll meet your chef-guide and fellow participants before strolling through the charming Saint-Michel neighborhood. Explore the bustling Marché des Capucins, discovering the secrets of French market culture—from understanding pricing to selecting premium produce. Visit unique local shops that showcase the area's rich multicultural food heritage. After your market adventure, savor a delightful lunch crafted from your finds, paired with a guided tasting of 3 Bordeaux wines, all while learning to shop like a true local.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Explore the City of Wine through the Polaroid
Discover Bordeaux differently by taking photos with our Polaroids that you will keep forever!
Retro, hiking and photographic adventure guaranteed!
Take part in our unique photo rally ride, armed with Polaroids, to capture the picturesque essence of medieval streets, quays lined with facades... Every corner of the city tells a story, and with your instant camera, you will create an album of authentic souvenirs to take home.
Prepare for an unforgettable visual experience in the heart of Bordeaux!
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Wine tour Saint Emilion, sound and light show
Accompanied by your certified private driver-guide, explore the right bank in one afternoon to discover the wines and medieval treasures of Saint-Émilion, in comfort and safety. You will visit an exceptional classified estate, selected for its outstanding qualities, taste their fine wines, and attend a sound and light show under the limestone quarry, depicting the history of Bordeaux and its great figures. The second visit focuses on a high-level classified estate. You will explore the vineyard, the cellar, and attend a lecture on the specific winemaking processes of classified Saint-Émilion red wines. A tour of the medieval quarter of Saint-Émilion is also organized, along with a visit to the Bordeaux Foundation.
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours in a comfortable 5-seater hybrid vehicle
- Private driver-guide fluent in French and English
- Includes visits to two selected estates and tastings
- Free cancellation 24 hours prior to departure
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private and taylor made wine tour in Bordeaux
Discover the world-renowned vineyards of **Saint-Émilion and Pomerol** with **Joséphine Wine Tours** on a private and fully customizable experience.
Enjoy **two château visits and wine tastings**, selected according to availability and your preferences. Possible estates include **Château Gombaude-Guillot** in Pomerol, **Château Châtelet** or **Château Cadet-Bon** in Saint-Émilion, as well as other carefully selected wineries.
Discover the vineyards and cellars, learn about Bordeaux terroirs and winemaking, and taste a selection of local wines.
Your tour is **100% private and customizable**. Whether you prefer prestigious estates, family-owned wineries, organic producers or a mix of styles, we adapt the itinerary to you.
Time can also be included to explore the beautiful medieval village of **Saint-Émilion** and its vineyard landscapes.
With Joséphine Wine Tours, every experience is designed around you.
Duration: 7–9 hours
- Private tour
From Bordeaux: Médoc Gravel Bike Tour & French Picnic
Discover the Médoc in a unique way on an exclusive gravel bike adventure through the prestigious Margaux wine region.
Far from the usual tourist routes, you'll ride along white sandy trails, peaceful forest tracks and quiet country roads, enjoying privileged access to one of France's most renowned wine regions.
Led by a passionate local guide, you'll discover the history of the Médoc, admire its world-famous Classified Growth estates, and explore breathtaking vineyard landscapes at a relaxed pace, perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Enjoy a traditional French picnic in an exceptional setting before stopping at a family-owned winery. For those who wish, an optional wine tasting offers the opportunity to meet the passionate winemakers and discover the estate's wines.
Round-trip transportation from Bordeaux and a premium gravel bike are included, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free day combining cycling, gastronomy, culture and authentic local experiences.
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
Bordeaux Wine & Medoc Vineyard Tour with Private Driver Guide
Visit top vineyards in the world famous Medoc wine region of Bordeaux - Margaux, Paulliac, St Julien with an English speaking local wine guide driver.
Send us with your questions & preferences before booking.
Why Book with Passport Gourmet
*Expertly tailored itineraries crafted by one of the world’s top wine destination specialist
*We plan over 1,500 visits & curated tastings each year at family vineyards & famous estates.
*Consistent 5 star reviews for nearly 25 years
*Long-term partnerships with hundreds of wineries and family-run vineyards throughout France
Transport, Lunch & Visits
*Private, comfortable transport with professional drivers
*Exclusive cellar visits & guided tastings conducted in English
*Diverse lunch options
Supplemental Costs
*Lunch budget: €35 - €135 per person
*Visit and tasting budget: €150 - €300 per person per day
Travel insurance strongly recommended.
Duration: 8 hours
- Private tour
Market Tour and Cook a Bordeaux Dish in My Historic Apartment
Start your morning at the Capucins Market with a coffee and fresh croissant before exploring the market's lively stalls. Together we'll shop for fresh ingredients, then take a walk through Bordeaux's historic center to my apartment.
I'll show you how to prepare a simple French dish that's easy to recreate at home. Then we'll sit down to enjoy our meal, along with local cheese, dessert, and plenty of conversation about life in Bordeaux.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Bordeaux Awakens Private Sunrise Serenity Morning Tour
Experience Bordeaux like never before — in the stillness of early morning, when the city belongs only to you.
This exclusive private tour invites you to witness Bordeaux awakening in golden light, before the streets fill with the day’s rhythm. It's a moment of peace, beauty, and deep connection — perfect for travelers who crave something unique and intimate.
As the city sleeps, your guide will lead you through Bordeaux’s historic heart, sharing its legends, architectural marvels, and hidden gems — without the crowds. From the beauty of dawn along the river to the timeless beauty of Place de la Bourse, you’ll see Bordeaux at its most magical.
As the sun begins to rise, casting golden light over the rooftops, we’ll discover the city differently and snap some amazing pictures!
We’ll end with a freshly baked French breakfast at a local café, where you can sip aromatic coffee and reflect on the serenity and wonder of the morning.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min – 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Cooking by Candlelight: A Halloween Dinner in Bordeaux
An enchanted Halloween evening in Bordeaux. Meet at a crypt before cooking a plant-based autumnal feast by candlelight in a historic Bordeaux apartment. Dress to meet the Ghost of Honor. Hint: The Roaring 20s
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
Bordeaux Private Street Art Walking Tour With A Guide
Meet your guide and embark on a walking tour of the Chartrons, the former wine-trading quarter, coveted for its proximity to Bordeaux's port. From the quays of the Garonne to the antique dealers of Rue Notre Dame, you'll admire the work of renowned artists such as Clet, A-MO, Mr Poulet, and Alber. This artistic exploration of the area, sprinkled with history and anecdotes, is the perfect way to (re)discover this charming area in a fun and original manner.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private tasting of 6 Grands Crus Classés de Bordeaux
The tasting takes place in an intimate place where you will be warmly received by a wine professional who is keen to share his careful selection.
Feel free to contact us if you would like to customize this experience.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
History of the Port of Bordeaux
The port of Bordeaux is at the heart of the city’s economic and social history.
This guided tour along the banks of the Garonne tells the story of the commercial and industrial development that shaped Bordeaux. You will discover the central role of the port in the colonial trade and slave trade, and its impact on the city and its inhabitants.
The route also explains the construction of hangars, wharves and port infrastructure, true symbols of urban development. Dynamic and immersive, this experience connects past and present to better understand the evolution of the city. Participants can read the harbour heritage in a vivid and informative way.
An essential visit for those who wish to understand Bordeaux through its maritime and commercial history.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Bordeaux and Saint Émilion Wine Half Day Tour with Tastings
Delve into the exquisite world of wine with a half-day private tour through Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion. This experience offers a scenic drive amidst rolling vineyards, guided visits to prestigious châteaux, and tastings of renowned Bordeaux wines. Whether you're a seasoned wine aficionado or a curious traveler, enjoy personalized attention from an expert guide and immerse yourself in the region's rich viticultural heritage. A leisurely stroll through the medieval village of Saint-Émilion adds to the charm of this intimate getaway.
- Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
- Guided tastings at selected châteaux, including Grand Cru Classé
- Explore the UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion
- Duration of approximately 6 hours with lunch at a local restaurant included
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
