Top Bordeaux Cruises & Sailing

If you only have limited time ashore at the Le Verdon Cruise Port, don’t worry about trying to plan your own trip. Instead, leave all the transit and logistics to someone else with this seamless Bordeaux shore excursion. Following pickup directly from the port, head to the city. Upon arrival, set of to explore many of its top, UNESCO–listed sights on foot, from the Bordeaux Cathedral to the Grand Theatre and more.

Spend a delightful 1.5 hours relaxing on a cruise along the Garonne River, sipping prestigious Bordeaux wines and gazing at the fantastic scenery. Watch the attractions of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Bordeaux, including Place de la Bourse, give way to the vineyard-covered hills of the Aquitaine region as you learn about this area's wine-making history from your onboard guide. Choose from two starting points for the cruise, Quai Richelieu or Cité du Vin.

Spend a half-day in the charming medieval town of Saint-Emilion on a  trip from Bordeaux. Explore the best of this UNESCO-listed village, including a wine tasting at a grand cru wine estate, a walk along the historic city walls, and visits to unique artist galleries and studios. Enjoy some free time in Saint-Emilion, too.

Bordeaux is known as one of the world’s top wine regions, but it isn’t always easy to travel beyond the city center and visit the wineries themselves—especially if navigating alone. Instead, enjoy a seamless wine day out on this guided trip to the esteemed Saint-Émilion. With round-trip transportation from the city center, getting there is made easy. Look forward to tastings at two esteemed châteaux, plus time to see the UNESCO–listed town.

Where better to fine-tune your appreciation of French wine than the wine capital of France? Delve into the long history of winemaking in France with a tour of the Wine and Trade Museum in Bordeaux and learn the secrets of Bordeaux’s ‘Grand Vins’. Then, indulge in an expert-led wine tasting, sample fine Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines and discover the difference between Merchant and Chateau wines.

Discover Bordeaux on a 3-hour guided bike tour covering 9 miles (14 km) of historic streets, green spaces, and street art. Ride comfortable Dutch bikes with helmets, baskets, and an exclusive tasting of Bordeaux’s canelé pastry included. Guides share personal stories and local tips in small groups of up to 12 guests, with a relaxed pace and no megaphones. Choose between regular and electric bikes for a personal and eco-friendly experience.

Experience the best of Bordeaux’s food scene without the guesswork on this small-group walking tour. Taste organic Bordeaux wines, sample chocolate bonbons from an award-winning chocolatier, enjoy a hazelnut treat from a local family business, and savor a traditional French lunch in Saint-Pierre—all while hearing stories about the city and having plenty of time to enjoy each stop.

Experience Bordeaux your way with the Bordeaux On Your Own transfer service, perfect for cruise passengers docking in Le Verdon. Enjoy direct pick-up and drop-off right next to your ship, removing the stress of arranging additional transport. Begin your day at the iconic Bordeaux Cathedral, with up to 4 hours of free time to explore Bordeaux at your own pace. This convenient round-trip service blends comfort, autonomy, and seamless logistics, giving you the freedom to create your own adventure. With professional staff, air-conditioned transport, and guaranteed return to your ship, it’s the ideal way to make the most of your day in the city. If you booked the 7-hour tour option, you will have up to 3 hours of free time.

Enjoy a hassle-free introduction to Bordeaux's famous wine traditions on this small-group, half-day tasting tour. Pick your preferred wine region—either Saint-Émilion on the Right Bank or the Médoc on the Left—and get ready to explore. Visit one or two prestigious wineries in either region to sample top-quality local wines, nibble on French cheese and cured meats as you sip, and learn some wine-tasting tips from an expert.

Enjoy the idyllic scenery and world-class wines on a half-day wine tour of the Médoc region from Bordeaux. Visit two classified growth chateaux wine estates for guided wine tastings. Admire the spectacular scenery surrounding them and along the drives. Pass other famous chateaux, such as Palmer and Chateaux Margaux.

Spend a day sipping French reds and whites in the Saint-Emilion and Pomerol wine region. Departing from Bordeaux, visit two chateaux to taste the region’s famous wines and wander the streets of beautiful Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A guided walking tour is a great way to get to know a new city, but don’t get lost in the crowd. On this private walking tour of Bordeaux, you’ll learn more about the history and culture of the French city without struggling to keep up or straining to hear. Check out Bordeaux’s highlights, including cathedrals and churches, public squares, and the beautiful Grand Theatre.

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Designed for cruise passengers, this tour takes you from Le Verdon port to Bordeaux, often called “Little Paris” for its elegant architecture and rich history. Located in France’s famed wine region, Bordeaux is known worldwide for its vineyards and cultural heritage. Since the old town is closed to vehicles, your guide will lead a walking tour of top sights including Cathédrale Saint-André, Place de la Bourse with its Water Mirror, and the neoclassical Grand Théâtre. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore shops, relax at a café, or try local food. Wine lovers can join an optional tasting for €30. At the set time, return to the bus for the trip back to Le Verdon, arriving before your ship departs. This well-planned excursion blends sightseeing, culture, and relaxation, making it a perfect way to experience Bordeaux on your cruise.

With “chateaux” aplenty in the area around Saint-Émilion, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you plan a day trip. This private excursion leaves the itinerary and logistics in the hands of an expert guide, giving you more time to focus on the region and its wine instead. You’ll explore medieval Saint-Émilion, and visit three wineries with tastings at each one.

Discover scenic Bordeaux vineyards on a half-day tour and explore the appellations of Medoc, Saint-Emilion, Graves, Sauternais, or Entre-Deux-Mers (depending on the day). Admire sweeping vistas of the picturesque countryside as you travel by air-conditioned vehicle to prestigious wineries. Pamper your palate with delicious samples of wine and gain fascinating insight into the wines’ delicate flavors and meticulous manufacture.

Discover some of France’s most celebrated coastal scenery on this private, full-day tour from Bordeaux to Arcachon Bay. Depart in the morning from central Bordeaux in a private vehicle and head to a nature reserve, where you’ll sample oysters and local white wine (own expense). Next, head to Arcachon for lunch (own expense) and sightseeing before continuing to the Dune of Pilat—climb to the summit for unbeatable views.

Visit the art-filled Lascaux caves of the Dordogne region with this private day trip from Bordeaux. Offering a convenient way for you to get to the caves and learn about their prehistoric art, this day trip includes transport with a private driver-guide and a preplanned itinerary. Visits to the lesser-known Grotte de Rouffignac and the village of Saint Leon-sur-Vezere are also features. Just note that entry is extra.

The beauty of the Dordogne and Périgord regions lies in their medieval villages and castles, yet the regions are tricky to navigate without transport or local knowledge. This private trip from Bordeaux offers an easy way to do it with a preplanned itinerary and a driver-guide. Relax as you travel, and visit Les Eyzies-de-Tayac, the Dordogne capital of Sarlat-la-Caneda, Castelnaud-La-Chapelle Castle, and more.

Enjoy a day of discovery in Saint-Émilion from the comfort of one of our luxury air-conditioned vehicles. During the journey your Personal Guide will give you information about one of the oldest wine regions in France. The Romans had already planted vines there. Discover the magnificent vineyards on the right bank of the Garonne, and the castles that make these appellations famous. We will book for you two tours and three tastings, to make you discover the prestigious domains of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. In each castle a Guide of the domain will give you a guided tour of the cellars, the vineyards, the cellar... Each visit will conclude with a tasting of the wines of the estate. This tasting will be an opportunity to better understand the link between the wine and its production terroir. Discover the cobblestone streets of the medieval village of St-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, and visit the Monolithic Church.

The Medoc is one of the most important wine regions in Bordeaux, famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Merlot wines. With this private tour, you’ll have the chance to visit three Medoc wine châteaux in one day as you visit the traditional winemaking villages of Margaux, St Julien, Pauillac, or St Estephe. At each vineyard, enjoy an expert-led wine tasting, learn about Bordeaux wines and winemaking, and sample a variety of robust reds.

The medieval town of Saint Emilion is a UNESCO World Heritage site and sits at the heart of one of Bordeaux’s most renowned winemaking appellations. With this private tour, discover the picturesque village on a walking tour, admire views over the vineyards, and tour two wine estates with wine tasting included. Along the way, your guide, a certified sommelier, will teach you all about Bordeaux wines and give you plenty of tips and recommendations.

Discover with your local guide, the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. You will be seduced by this stroll through the pedestrian streets of the village of Monk Emilion, and by the beauty of this heritage. Learn the history of the castles of the Pomerol appellations, and the Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion. Live the passion for the vineyard of their founders, descendants and new passionate owners. Learn more about the different classifications of the Bordeaux vineyard, and about the different winemaking techniques. During the day, you will visit three Châteaux of different appellations around Saint-Émilion. Each visit will conclude with a tasting. Photo stops can be made in front of some of the biggest names in the vineyard, such as Château Ausone, Château Angelus, Château Cheval Blanc, or Château Petrus, in Pomerol.