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Le Verdon-sur-Mer
Médoc Wine Escape: Le Verdon to Bordeaux with Drop-Off in City
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shore excursions
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Food & Wine
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08 hours
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Small Groups ( 2~8 )
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Relaxed
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English
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Highlights
- Local Tour Guide, Expert of Bordeaux Wines
- Taste fabulous red wines, guided by a knowledgeable hand
- Pre-booked visits to our selection of wineries
- Follow the Chateau Road, lined with World famous wineries
Program & Itinerary
Experience the essence of Bordeaux wine country on a private shore excursion from Le Verdon Cruise Port to the legendary Médoc region. Discover acclaimed vineyards with your expert local guide, enjoy handpicked wine tastings at two prestigious châteaux, and travel along the iconic Route des Châteaux. Learn about local stories, grape varieties, terroir, and the traditions behind celebrated Bordeaux wines. Whether you are a curious beginner or an experienced wine enthusiast, this private experience can be tailored to your interests and preferred pace.
After a rewarding day in the vineyards, relax during a seamless private transfer to your Bordeaux accommodation, in the heart of France’s renowned wine capital. This is an ideal cruise tour for combining Médoc wine discovery, beautiful scenery, expert guidance, and effortless travel.
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Meet at Le Verdon Cruise Port
Meet your private driver-guide directly beside your cruise ship. Load your luggage into the air-conditioned minivan.Meet your private driver-guide directly beside your cruise ship. Load your luggage into the air-conditioned minivan.Read moreRead less -
Travel Into the Médoc
Leave the port behind and travel through the renowned Médoc wine region. Hear stories about vineyards, châteaux, and Bordeaux wine.Leave the port behind and travel through the renowned Médoc wine region. Hear stories about vineyards, châteaux, and Bordeaux wine.Read moreRead less -
Morning Château Visit and Tasting
Visit your first selected Médoc estate. Tour the property, discover its winemaking methods, and taste its wines.Visit your first selected Médoc estate. Tour the property, discover its winemaking methods, and taste its wines.Read moreRead less -
Lunch Around Pauillac (at own expense)
Stop in or near Pauillac for free time at lunch (at own expense). Choose a local restaurant, café, or relaxed wine bar.Stop in or near Pauillac for free time at lunch (at own expense). Choose a local restaurant, café, or relaxed wine bar.Read moreRead less -
Afternoon Château Visit and Tasting
Discover a second Médoc winery. Explore a different estate and enjoy another guided tasting experience.Discover a second Médoc winery. Explore a different estate and enjoy another guided tasting experience.Read moreRead less -
Drive to Bordeaux, Drop off at your accommodation
Relax during the comfortable drive to Bordeaux. Arrive at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux city centre.Relax during the comfortable drive to Bordeaux. Arrive at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux city centre.Read moreRead less
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Practical Information
Know before you book
- This private tour begins at Le Verdon Cruise Port and ends in Bordeaux.
- It is ideal for guests staying overnight in Bordeaux while ship goes down the estuary
- Your driver-guide meets you directly beside your cruise ship.
- The day includes two pre-booked Médoc winery visits and tastings.
- Château choices may vary with estate schedules and seasonal availability.
Know before you go
- Meet your guide at the time confirmed on your booking voucher.
- Wear comfortable shoes for vineyards, cellars, and château grounds.
- Bring a light jacket, sunscreen, or rain layer for changing weather.
- Cellars can feel cool, damp, and uneven underfoot during visits.
- Tasting is available only to guests of legal drinking age.
Additional information
- Drink included: All wine tasting fees in pre-booked wineries
This private Médoc wine tour from Le Verdon to Bordeaux is perfect for cruise guests continuing their journey with an overnight stay in Bordeaux. It is especially suited to wine lovers, couples, friends, families, and small groups who value private transport, pre-arranged château visits, and personal guidance from an expert local driver-guide. Ideal for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts, the tour combines vineyard scenery, tastings at two Médoc estates, a relaxed lunch stop around Pauillac, and convenient drop-off at your Bordeaux accommodation—making it a seamless, rewarding transition from cruise ship to the heart of France’s wine capital.
Voucher info
Please note: This tour is timed to your ship’s schedule. Your guide will meet you just outside the cruise terminal after disembarkation holding a sign with your name. In case of any last‑minute changes by the cruise line, please check your ship’s daily program and contact us as soon as possible so we can adjust timings accordingly.
Meeting point /
Departure
Please proceed to exit where your guide will be waiting for you with a sign bearing lead traveler name.
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Reviews
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Christopher Mathews
22, Aug 2024
We are just back on our ship after a very beautiful day in Bordeaux. What a wonderful city! All of us had a great time but wish we had more time to explore!!!... -
Fpittella
24, May 2022
Yes, everything was very good. Mr. Rodolphe was a very good guide, and accommodated our last minute requests. We could enjoy the beautiful Bordeaux countryside... -
Brooke
01, Jan 1970
Hi Alice! We LOVED our tour! Thank you so much for throwing it together for us. Emily was fantastic, informational, funny, and kind. We would highly recommend...
Included / excluded
Included
- Pick-up at Le Verdon Cruise Port
- Drop off in Bordeaux
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Visits and tastings at selected wineries
Excluded
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Meals, drinks (lunch)
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
FAQ
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Will I be able to taste wine during the tour?
Yes, wine tastings are available at the selected wineries for guests of legal drinking age -
What is included in the Private Médoc Wine Tour from Le Verdon to Bordeaux?
The tour includes pick-up at Le Verdon Cruise Port, drop-off in Bordeaux, an expert English-speaking guide, and visits to selected wineries with tastings -
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour begins at Le Verdon Cruise Port and ends at your accommodation in Bordeaux -
Can I customize my wine tour experience?
Yes, the tour can be tailored to suit your interests and pace, whether you are a beginner or an experienced wine enthusiast -
What wineries will we visit during the tour?
The tour includes visits to two carefully selected Médoc estates, offering guided tours and tastings of their prestige wines -
Is lunch provided during the tour?
Lunch is not included; however, you will have time for a relaxed lunch break at a local restaurant or café in Pauillac -
What is the cancellation policy for the tour?
You can receive a full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the activity; however, there is no refund for cancellations made less than 48 hours prior or for no-shows -
What is the maximum group size for the tour?
The tour can accommodate any group size starting from 8 people, and transportation options vary from private vehicles to larger buses -
Do we get a guide during the vineyard visits?
Yes, you will have an expert local guide throughout the tour to provide insights about wine history, grape varieties, and the Médoc region -
What should I wear during the tour?
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes suitable for vineyards and carry a light jacket or sunscreen for changing weather conditions