Bordeaux Overnight with Arcachon and Médoc
Get to know Bordeaux, savor oysters, and taste Médoc wines
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Bordeaux boasts one of the most beautifully preserved historic centers in France. With centuries of winemaking tradition dating back to the 8th century, it’s a dream destination for wine aficionados. Thanks to high-speed TGV rail from Paris, you can reach Bordeaux in just two hours.
Bordeaux Overnight from Paris
Price: $525 per person ($765 with 2nd Class Rail, $835 with 1st Class Rail).
Train Departure Time: Before 8:00 a.m.
Duration: 1 1/2 days
Meeting Point: Tour meets at the tourist office in the city of Bordeaux.
Group Size: 8 person maximum
Availability: This tour runs every day but Sunday from March 15th through October 31st. Off-season options available.
Any tour can be made private. Contact us for pricing and details.
Tour Highlights
- Transportation to and from the Bordeaux St. Jean rail station
- One night in a four-star hotel
- One breakfast
- One lunch
- Bordeaux One Day City Pass
- Oyster tasting
- Two Médoc cellar tours and tastings
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Dinner in Bordeaux
- Round-trip Paris/Bordeaux train tickets
Bordeaux Overnight Trip – Itinerary
Day 1 – Discover Bordeaux
- Train Station Pickup & Hotel Transfer
Upon arrival at Bordeaux St. Jean station, enjoy a convenient transfer to your four-star hotel. - Optional Afternoon
If arriving by early afternoon, consider visiting La Cité du Vin, the world’s largest wine museum (tickets not included). Then, explore the city or take a break before heading to your reserved dinner at a traditional Bordeaux restaurant.
Day 2 – Arcachon & The Médoc
- Morning: Arcachon Bay
After checking out of your hotel (luggage can be stored), travel to the scenic Atlantic coast and the Bay of Arcachon. Tour an oyster farm and delight in a fresh oyster tasting paired with crisp white Bordeaux wine. Those feeling adventurous can climb the towering Pyla Sand Dune—Europe’s largest—for unforgettable views. - Midday: Picnic & Bordeaux City
Return to central Bordeaux for a generous picnic lunch.
- Afternoon: Médoc Wine Region
Experience the gorgeous countryside on a short drive to two carefully chosen estates in the famed Médoc area. Sample wines at a prestigious appellation, then visit a family-run winery. Artisan breads, cheeses, and meats accompany the tastings, offering a true taste of the region. - Departure
In the late afternoon or early evening, take the train back to Paris or choose to stay in Bordeaux for a further night of exploration.