About this Tour
This journey is designed for at least six travelers, small group ensuring a comfortable pace and a more personal atmosphere.
Expert local guides lead key cultural visits, including the Louvre and Saint-Émilion. Winery visits include guided tours and structured tastings. Dining experiences range from Michelin-starred restaurants to carefully selected local establishments, as well as a French home-hosted dinner offering insight into daily life and hospitality.
Private transportation and pre-arranged rail travel ensure smooth transitions throughout the itinerary.
About Bordeaux
The region is one of the most prestigious wine-producing areas in the world, home to celebrated appellations like Médoc, Saint-Émilion, Pomerol and Graves. Vineyards blanket the countryside, some of which have been producing wine since Roman times.
Moments from this Tour
What’s Included
- Accommodation:
- 4 nights accommodation in Paris (4-star hotel)
- 4 nights accommodation in the Bordeaux region (4–5-star hotel or château-style property)
- Hotel accommodation in a standard room based on two people sharing a twin room (a room with two twin-size beds). Tourist taxes are not included and must be paid locally.
- Meals: 8 daily breakfasts and 1 French home-hosted dinner experience as outlined in the itinerary
- Train ticket from Paris to Bordeaux as per the itinerary, reserved seats onboard
- Ground transportation throughout the itinerary and one bottle of water per person per day.
- Airport arrival transfer in Paris
- Attractions & Experiences:
- Seine River Cruise
- The Louvre Museum with professional guided tour
- Visit to renowned wine estate with professional wine tasting (4 times)
What’s Excluded
- Flights: International and domestic airfare to/from the destination
- Visa Fees: Visa processing and associated costs (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance: Comprehensive travel insurance, including trip cancellation (strongly recommended)
- Meals: Lunch and dinner unless otherwise specified in the itinerary
- Optional Activities: Additional tours, admissions, and entertainment not listed in the itinerary (availability and pricing may vary by season)
- Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, snacks, laundry, or any other expenses of a personal nature
- Beverages: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks beyond those included with meals
- Spa Services: Optional treatments at Les Sources de Caudalie
- Gratuities: Tips for professional guides and drivers
- Single Room Supplement: USD$ 1,509 per person (applicable for solo travelers requiring private accommodation)
- Tour director is scheduled to work 10 hours per day and overtime fee €50/hour (any portion of an hour is counted as a full hour)
- Miscellaneous: Any services or items not specifically mentioned under “Price Includes”
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Paris
Welcome to Paris. Arrive in Paris and meet your private transfer for hotel check-in. After time to settle in, enjoy an evening walk along the Seine to gain an initial orientation of the city’s historic core.
Dinner is arranged at a historic Parisian restaurant.
Accommodation: Paris area – 4-star hotel or similar
Meals: Not included
Day 2 – Paris Landmarks & The Louvre
This morning, explore key landmarks including the Eiffel Tower area, the Champs-Élysées, and the Arc de Triomphe. Lunch is arranged near the Tuileries Garden.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided visit of the Louvre Museum. In the evening, dinner is arranged at a selected Chinese restaurant.
Accommodation: Paris area – 4-star hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 – Montmartre & Saint-Ouen
Visit the Saint-Ouen flea market, known for its varied sections of antiques and collectibles. Continue to Montmartre to explore the area surrounding Sacré-Cœur.
Dinner is served at a traditional French restaurant.
Accommodation: Paris area – 4-star hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 – Le Marais & French Home Dinner
Take a guided walk in Le Marais, one of Paris’s most historic neighborhoods. The afternoon is free for cafés, shopping, or market visits at your own pace.
In the evening, enjoy dinner hosted in a private French home.
Accommodation: Paris area – 4-star hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 – Paris to Bordeaux
Travel by high-speed train to Bordeaux. Upon arrival, visit the Miroir d’Eau and continue to La Cité du Vin for an immersive introduction to global wine culture.
Dinner is arranged at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Accommodation: Bordeaux region – 4-star château/winery hotel or 5-star premium hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 – Médoc & Smith Haut Lafitte
Drive along the Médoc Route des Châteaux. Visit Château Smith Haut Lafitte for a guided tour and tasting.
Dinner is arranged at a Michelin two-star restaurant. Optional spa treatments available at personal expense.
Accommodation: Bordeaux region – 4-star château/winery hotel or 5-star premium hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Saint-Émilion & Château Pavie
Explore UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion, including its underground church. Lunch is arranged at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Visit Château Pavie for a guided tour and tasting. Dinner is served at the hotel restaurant.
Accommodation: Bordeaux region – 4-star château/winery hotel or 5-star premium hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Arcachon & Atlantic Coast
Travel to Arcachon and visit the Dune du Pilat. Enjoy a fresh oyster tasting by the sea.
Return to Bordeaux for dinner.
Accommodation: Bordeaux region – 4-star château/winery hotel or 5-star premium hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 – Cognac & Return to Paris
Visit a Cognac house (Hennessy or Rémy Martin, subject to availability), including a guided visit and tasting.
After lunch, return to Paris via TGV, where your journey concludes. You may arrive in Paris about 17:30-18:00 and leave with the lingering taste of France’s finest heritage.
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast