Spend a day being guided around Bordeaux’s beautiful wine country. Our private day trips combine world-class properties, great wine, local culture, and scenic drives through some of France’s most beautiful countryside.
You’ll visit iconic châteaux and hidden gems, enjoy incredible food and wine, and never have to share the experience with a crowd. Every itinerary is thoughtfully planned, private, and flexible, giving you the perfect taste of Bordeaux in just one day.
The only question is, which Bordeaux region do you want to see first?
The birthplace of Cabernet and world-famous châteaux of Médoc, Margaux, and Graves, the Left Bank is where it all began.
Spend the day exploring the Left Bank’s legendary châteaux in Médoc and Margaux. Taste world-famous Cabernet blends and see where Bordeaux fame began.
Visit elegant châteaux in Pessac-Léognan and Graves, where Bordeaux’s oldest vineyards produce both red and white wines full of depth and character.
A day devoted to Bordeaux’s white wines, from the crisp freshness of Graves to the golden sweetness of Sauternes. Here, noble rot turns grapes into liquid gold, perfected for centuries at world-class estates.
Discover Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, where Merlot takes center stage and medieval villages overlook rolling vineyards that the Romans first planted.
Cobblestone streets, ancient cellars, and hillside vineyards tell a story centuries in the making. Known for world-class Merlot and timeless beauty, Saint-Émilion is the spirit of Bordeaux in every glass.
Once favored by French royalty, Fronsac wines still carry that elegance. Nearby Pomerol adds depth with velvety Merlots and small producers who blend tradition with innovation.
Lesser-known but loved by locals, these twin villages just North of Bordeaux offer a relaxed day of wine, scenery, vineyards, history, and authentic Bordeaux character, off the beaten path.
Venture just beyond the vineyards to experience southwestern France’s treasures: The Atlantic Coast, Cognac and world-class cheese.
The Dordogne is a feast for the senses, filled with medieval towns like Sarlat, Rocamadour, and Beynac. Enjoy a slower pace among castles, markets, and river views, with the option to visit the famous Lascaux caves and their prehistoric art.
Cognac is steeped in history and savoir-faire. Visit distilleries, walk the Charente River, and taste world-renowned blends from houses like Hennessy and Rémy Martin. More than a drink, Cognac is a living tradition perfected over centuries.
Arcachon Bay blends sea air, fresh oysters, and easy charm. Climb the Dune du Pilat for sweeping views, sip crisp white wine by the water, and linger over a sunset dinner that captures the relaxed spirit of Bordeaux’s coast.
Walk cobblestone streets, admire architecture, and learn how this elegant city evolved from a river port to the capital of French wine.
See Bordeaux through a local’s eyes. This easygoing walking tour mixes history, stories, and real life for a genuine feel of the city without the lectures.
Step aboard a small, stylish boat for a private 3hr cruise along the Garonne, where good food, fine wine, and beautiful scenery come together for a highly recommended experience.
Spend a few hours cooking with a local chef and learning the secrets of French cuisine. Fresh ingredients, good wine, and plenty of laughs guaranteed.
Taste your way through Bordeaux with a local guide. Visit markets, try regional specialties, and enjoy a relaxed wine tasting that celebrates local flavor.
A hands-on introduction to Bordeaux wine. Learn about terroir, grape varieties, appellations, classifications, winemaking, and aging in a relaxed setting.
“I cannot recommend BWV enough. Daniel worked with us to deliver a personalized 4 night, 3 day wine tour in Bordeaux for two people. They took care of everything from pickup and drop off at the airport, lunch reservations, nice hotel, transportation and good conversation to the wineries we visited. Any hiccups they had due to unforeseen events was seamless to us. Each of the guides we worked with were knowledgeable and approachable. Finally, the communication throughout the process was excellent.”
“My wife Candace and I have done a fair bit of traveling in our four decades of marriage, and we both agree that our time with Bordeaux Wine Vacations ranks quite highly. I did not imagine in my wildest dreams that the chateaux we visited would be so stunningly beautiful, nor that we would be so incredibly spoiled and coddled by Andrew and Dan. We have already recommended BORDEAUX WINE VACATIONS to a number of our friends, and we will continue to do so at every opportunity. Merci mille fois, Andrew & Dan!!”
“These guys have a superior product. The fact they are in the area and have close connections made it a far more genuine and enjoyable experience. The hand picked Chateau’s, gourmet meals, cooking classes and conversations, made 8 days of exceptional memories. Everyday was a new adventure and quickly made us love the Bordeaux region. The tour was an exceptional value considering all the time and personal attention in meticulously planning with Daniel and all the time Guillaume spent to show us the region. Guillaume was incredibly fun, gracious, informative and personable. These guys are so accommodating and available in preplanning and during our tour. We always felt well cared for and so enjoyed spending our honeymoon with Bordeaux Wine Vacations.”
“Our Bordeaux Wine Vacation experience ended up being the highlight of our four weeks in France. As committed Francophiles, we’ve had many wonderful visits to our favorite country and have been a part of various tours, group excursions as well as solo adventures. The week spent in Bordeaux and the experiences made possible through Bordeaux Wine Vacations exceeded any and all expectations we had. The wineries we visited all had a unique approach to their winemaking process, so the tours were always fresh. We enjoyed them all, but there were some magical moments, Chateau d’Yquem and Chateau George 7 come to mind. We would not hesitate to book another tour with Andrew and Daniel for our next visit to Bordeaux. We highly recommend Bordeaux Wine Vacations to anyone considering a wine immersion visit to the Bordeaux region of France.”
Such a great company to work with. We had a last minute day tour we wanted to plan and no one could help us out with a self driving one until we met Bordeaux wine vacations! They booked everything and we didn’t have to worry about a thing.
“In a word, wonderful. Guillaume was friendly fun and knowledgeable. We loved the entire experience. The food the wine the scenery, even climbing Dune du Pilat with umbrellas in a lite shower.”
Each of our private day trips reveals a different side of Bordeaux, from world-class vineyards and historic villages to seaside escapes and local favorites. Whether you love wine, food, or culture, our single-day excursions let you see more of the region at your own pace and without the crowds.
Start with one or combine a few to build your own itinerary. With every detail arranged for you, these Bordeaux day trips offer the ideal mix of comfort, authenticity, and flexibility, so you can simply relax and enjoy each moment.
Creating your Bordeaux adventure has never been easier. Choose from a variety of private day trips that match your interests and travel style. Spend a day among the bold reds of the Médoc, stroll the cobblestone streets of Saint-Émilion, taste the sweet wines of Sauternes, or balance history and cuisine with visits to Cognac or Sarlat.
From iconic châteaux and coastal views to quiet villages and family-run estates, every experience is shaped around you. We’ll help you design an itinerary that feels personal, memorable, and entirely Bordeaux.
Bordeaux Wine Vacations
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