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Delve into the culinary wonderland of Bordeaux with a 3-hour gourmet food tour. Join your knowledgeable foodie guide for a walking tour of the city, stopping in beloved local shops to taste things like canelés (Bordeaux pastry), cheese, and delicatessen (charcuterie) with a glass of wine.

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.

See a different side of Vieux Bordeaux as you explore the scenic old town with your foodie insider guide in a group capped at just 10 travelers. Discover delights such as foie gras, cheese, “canelé” pastries, and Bouchon de Bordeaux chocolates as you stroll, snack, sniff, and sip your way through markets and gourmet stores.

Discover the charm of San Juan de Luz, one of Aquitaine’s most picturesque towns, on a cultural and culinary walking tour. Begin at Les Halles market, where colorful stalls showcase local produce, then stroll through the old town’s narrow streets lined with traditional Basque houses. Visit the Church of Saint John the Baptist, site of King Louis XIV’s wedding to Infanta Maria Theresa of Spain. Continue along the fishing harbor, witnessing the town’s seafaring heritage, and enjoy views of the Basque French coast. Learn local legends and taste the famous Saint Jean de Luz macarons, a sweet emblem of the town’s culture.

The UNESCO-listed town of Rocamadour is renowned for its sacred chapels and magnificent cliff-side setting, and this tour is ideal for first-time visitors. Admire the scenery on the journey through the Dordogne Valley, enjoy spectacular views of Rocamadour as you approach, then visit the sanctuary, pilgrim’s staircase, and the Black Madonna on a guided walking tour with your private guide.

If you’ve only got limited time to discover the highlights of Bordeaux, then this is the tour for you. Enjoy the luxury of traveling with a private chauffeur who provides onboard commentary as you ride between sights. Traveling in a Citroen DS limousine convertible, sink into luxurious leather seats as you check off notable landmarks, such as the Roman amphitheater and the Cité du Vin wine museum.

Enjoy a solid field experience with a local Guide in the Basque Country and Guide mentoring electric bikes through this friendly small group outing. Discover the diversity of the Basque coast through its lifestyle, gastronomy, architectural and cultural identity and festive spirit. What is the most fun and original way to explore the Basque coast in electric bikes? Leave safely, with family, couple, friends or solo. Our walk will start from the emblematic town of Biarritz or the village of Bidart and continue to the south or north of the Basque coast. You will enjoy the bike paths, the coastal path, the safe paths accessible to all. This relaxing bike ride is perfect for nature and ocean lovers. Guided tour included with a local Expert & supervising for your safety. Electric bike rental to be paid on site on D-Day.

Combine two popular tours with this full-day Bordeaux Super Saver to indulge in the best food and wine the region has to offer. Start with a morning food tour in historic Bordeaux, followed by an afternoon spent wine tasting in the Médoc region. Sample French specialties such as cannelé, charcuterie, or cheese. Enjoy a free time lunch at midday before heading into the nearby Médoc region for vineyard tours and wine tasting at 2 château. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide.

Delight in a 3-hour night tour of Bordeaux. This is a must for all food lovers out there. Join this captivating journey through the city's history and popular landmarks. After your walk, treat yourself to a delightful tasting of French charcuterie and cheese, perfectly paired with a glass of Bordeaux wine. Come prepared with a hearty appetite and embark on this magical adventure.

Discover the heart of the prestigious Saint-Émilion and Pomerol appellations, and the unique charm of the medieval village of Saint-Émilion! Your experience begins in Pomerol with a visit to a certified biodynamic estate. Your guide will reveal the secrets of viticulture and winemaking, before a refined tasting of three red wines. Continue the adventure at a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate. Explore the history of the château and taste four wines, comparing the effect of climate on different vintages. Finally, discover the village of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Let yourself be seduced by its picturesque streets and savour the famous macaroons, the region's other treasure. A perfect blend of exceptional wines, heritage and gourmet delights awaits you!

Join us for an all-inclusive morning food tour in Bordeaux. Experience the market, breakfast, and aperitif in one flavourful journey. - You’ll start the day at a local boulangerie, where the specialty is chocolatine. - Next, move on to the emblematic market of Bordeaux to sample rare and high-quality charcuterie from the region. - Nearby Arcachon Bay is famous for its fresh oysters, and locals love them. Now it’s your chance to try them with a nice glass of fruity white wine in an authentic market bistro. If you’re hesitant, don’t panic. We’ll offer you some wonderful alternatives. - Of course, we can’t forget French cheese! You’ll taste the finest local cheeses and learn what it takes to make world-class cheese from a top cheesemonger. - And finally, it wouldn’t be a Bordeaux food tour without trying some wine. Discover what goes into producing the region’s legendary wines.

The seaside town of Biarritz is one of the world’s most famous surfing destinations—and a hidden gem in the Basque country of France. Learn about the town’s history as a Royal holiday resort, and wander the streets like a local as you follow our guide to Art Deco buildings and the picturesque beach. See surfers catching waves on the Atlantic, and find out where the best places to eat and drink are.

Looking for a truly original excursion in the vineyard, source of good mood, of share and unexpected? Discover the Pessac-Léognan vineyard in a mythical convertible car! Welcomed by a cultured and elegant chauffeur, you'll enjoy his funny and unknown anecdotes about this vineyard. Along this excursion, you will have two visits to classified wineries of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Each château will offer you the opportunity to taste between 2 and 3 of their wines. Your chauffeur will show you the Prieuré de Cayac, the beautiful "route des châteaux" and the famous château Smith Haut-Lafitte... Do you have the spirit of an adventurer? If you wish, you can take the wheel of your 2CV on a small country road! * * You need to have a valid driving license with you. ** Each 2CV can take a maximum of 3 people (plus the chauffeur). If you book for 2 people you will have one 2CV. If you book for 6 people you will have two 2CVs, etc. When there are several 2CVs, we drive in convoy.

Jump aboard our VW combi from the 70's to discover the many flavors of the Basque Country. During this tour, Clémence, your epicurean guide, will reveal the many secrets of the Basque Country, famous for its culinary traditions. Ham, Cheese, Peppers, cakes, Liqueurs… you will discover (…and taste!) the many reasons why the Basque Country plays a strong role in the French Culinary Heritage! During this tasty journey, you will be crossing small villages classified amongst the most beautiful of France! You will also have the opportunity to visit a Basque Shepheard farm and discover his job, his sheeps and of course...his cheese!

Code Case is a combination of treasure hunt and escape game, inspired by real facts, homemade and gluten free: all in a suitcase. You will discover a piece of Bordeaux history through our first scenario, "The Skull of Goya". Team up, observe and evolve in the neighborhood where the facts took place, to unlock the key elements as you go, and organize the case!

For red wine lovers! The Médoc is one of the best-known parts of the Bordeaux wine region. Discover this area by visiting two wineries, including a Grand Cru Classé at Margaux, and taste a wide variety of wines (mainly reds). With your local guide and in a 9-seater minivan, we'll set off to discover this exceptional region. After driving around for 30 minutes, we'll start with a visit to the first estate to be classified as a Cru Bourgeois. You'll find out how the wines are made and how this organic vineyard is run before tasting 3 wines from the estate. Then we'll head for the village of Margaux, where you'll visit a second estate classified as a Grand Cru 1855. After a tour of the technical facilities, you will taste 3 wines from this Médoc Grand Cru Classé. An unforgettable experience to discover the richness of Médoc wines. 9:25 am (or 2:25 pm): meet in front of the Cité du Vin (Wine Museum). Your guide will welcome you and explain the day's programme. 9:30 am (or 2:30 pm): departure. We begin with a visit to the winery to be classified as a Cru Bourgeois. You will discover how the wines are made and how this organic vineyard is run before tasting 3 wines from the estate (Haut-Médoc, Moulis-en-Médoc and Margaux). Then we'll head for the village of Margaux, where you'll visit a second estate classified as a Grand Cru 1855 and growing its vines organically or biodynamically. After a tour of the technical facilities, you will taste 3 wines from this Grand Cru Classé of Margaux. 1:30 pm (or 6:30 pm): return to Bordeaux (+/- 15 min.).

Good morning ! I am a real Basque, in this food tour you will have the joy to discover Biarritz and basque specialities : chocolate, wine, sheep cheese... Note that I just make you know the local delicacies, with some free tasting, but it is up to you to buy... Ok ? Few native basque offer tours. I will show you around Biarritz and the Basque Country, with its prehistoric, very particular culture. We start at lighthouse where we have an overview of Biarritz. Then we walk to city center. I do story telling about the architecture. In the center we spend time visiting gastronomy shops according your taste. I introduce you our basque products that you can buy at your choice, the cost of food is not included in the tour. I will give you the best directions for gastronomy up to nice bars I am French Basque from Biarritz, I give you an authentic experience from which you will understand our unique basque culture. I welcome you with good humor so you leave Basque country wiser. Welcome !

Dive into the vibrant culture, art, and history of Northern Spain with this full-day tour. Stroll through the charming streets of San Sebastian, explore Bilbao’s iconic landmarks, including a guided visit to the Guggenheim Museum, and enjoy a traditional pintxos lunch. Travel in comfort with round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle and experience all of this in a small group of up to eight people for a personalized touch.

Enjoy a day of relaxation and discovery, in the comfort of our luxury van, air-conditioned with leather interior and electric. Your personal guide will take advantage of the journey to tell you about one of the oldest wine-growing regions in France, already exploited by the Romans. You will discover the magnificent vineyards of the right bank of the Garonne, and the castles which make these appellations famous. The visits have been reserved for you in areas of Saint-Emilion or Pomerol. Arriving at the castles, you will be taken for a guided tour of the cellars, the vines, the vat room... A tasting of the estate's wines will be offered to you at the end of each of the 3 visits. You will be introduced to tasting techniques, which will introduce your nose and taste buds to unsuspected sensations.... The cobbled streets will then open up to you, and you will marvel at the treasures of Saint-Émilion, and the heritage of its famous monk.

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.

Spin through UNESCO–listed Saint-Émilion in style by sidecar, and get the inside line on one of France’s most famous winemaking regions, on this wine-lover’s tour. Following pickup at your Bordeaux hotel, escape the city to the fertile vineyards of Saint-Émilion and admire uninterrupted views over the countryside scenery. You’ll sample locally made wines in a Grand Cru Classé winery with your guide, with free time to explore Saint-Émilion on foot.

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.

Discover the best of Bordeaux, all in a single excursion—and bring your camera along to capture some of its most photogenic spots—on this small-group or private sightseeing tour. Meet your guide right in the city center and set off on foot. You can look forward to discovering top sights from historic monuments and theaters to public squares and more, as well as some of the city’s lesser-known highlights.

Enjoy an unforgettable way to immerse yourself in the vines and history of Saint-Émilion on this private, full-day sidecar tour with hotel pickup and drop-off. Following morning pickup in central Bordeaux, grab your helmet and hop aboard. You’ll admire some of the region’s vineyards, villages, and world-class châteaux, and will explore UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion on foot. Then, visit two wineries—including a Grand Cru Classé—for tastings.