Grand Tour of Paris, Bordeaux & Saint-Émilion

Bordeaux and Paris: A Journey Through France’s Culture and History

Bordeaux and Paris, two of France’s greatest cities of culture, from fine art to fine wine, and everything in between. Visit some of Europe’s most famous landmarks and delve deeper into the country’s history.

At a Glance

• Return Eurostar & transfers
• 8 nights in four-star hand-picked hotels
• 7 included experiences
• Daily breakfast & 1 lunch
• Expert Riviera Tour Manager looking after you throughout
• Checked luggage
• Free Wi-Fi in the hotels
• All additional hotel taxes

Highlights

• Discover Bordeaux’s City of Wine Museum.
• Tour a quintessential chateau and winery in Saint-Émilion with a tasting.
• Explore the underground tunnels of Les Cordeliers in Saint-Émilion.
• Enjoy guided tours of Paris and Bordeaux, including a Paris ‘By Night’ experience.
• Visit Montmartre, the artists’ quarter, and the iconic Sacré-Coeur.

Signature Highlights

• Wine-tasting at an organic, biodynamic wine merchant in Bordeaux.
• A delicious lunch with local ingredients and wine in a Saint-Émilion château.
• Visit Bassins des Lumières, a digital art centre in Bordeaux’s former submarine base.
• Timed-entry visit to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens.
• Travel in a small group with an average of 22 guests.

Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bordeaux

• Arrive in Bordeaux and settle into your hotel.
• Free evening to explore the city, known for its wine and gastronomy.
• Suggested: Visit the Port of the Moon, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Hotel: Mercure Bordeaux Château Chartrons Hotel or Novotel Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean.

Day 2: Bordeaux City Tour

• Guided tour of Bordeaux’s historic centre.
• See Place de la Bourse, Miroir d’Eau, the Opera House, and the quayside.
• Signature Experience: Wine-tasting at an organic, biodynamic wine merchant.
• Evening at leisure to explore Bordeaux.

Day 3: Saint-Émilion

• Visit a local château for a tour and wine tasting.
• Signature Experience: Enjoy a delicious lunch in a Saint-Émilion château.
• Explore Les Cordeliers’ underground tunnels and taste their crémant wine.
• Return to Bordeaux for an evening at leisure.

Day 4: City of Wine & Bassins des Lumières

• Visit La Cité du Vin, an interactive wine museum.
• Signature Experience: Explore Bassins des Lumières, a digital art centre.
• Afternoon and evening at leisure in Bordeaux.

Day 5: Train to Paris

• Travel by high-speed TGV train from Bordeaux to Paris.
• Check into hotel and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
• Explore Paris’s covered passages or boutique shopping districts.
• Hotel: Mercure Paris Boulogne.

Day 6: Paris City Tour

• Guided sightseeing tour covering the Eiffel Tower, Champs Élysées, Louvre, and more.
• Afternoon at leisure for museums, gardens, or a gastronomic adventure.

Day 7: Versailles & Paris by Night

• Signature Experience: Timed-entry visit to the Palace of Versailles and its gardens.
• Free afternoon to explore Paris.
• Evening Paris by Night tour to see the illuminated city.

Day 8: Montmartre & Optional Seine Cruise

• Visit Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur, and the artists’ quarter.
• Afternoon at leisure for further exploration or optional Seine river cruise.
• Optional: Experience the Paradis Latin cabaret show with dinner.

Day 9: Return Home

• Say “au revoir” to Paris and return to the UK via Eurostar.