Bordeaux, France
£1795.00
City Breaks
4 nights in France | Bed and Breakfast
Bordeaux Tours
Walking tour & Garonne River cruise
La Cité du Vin
Enjoy an immersive wine experience
Château Wine Tasting
Sample the region's renowned wines
Saint-Émilion
Visit this charming medieval village
About this trip...
Discover Bordeaux’s timeless elegance and the rolling vineyards that make this region world-famous. From the glistening Garonne River to the cobbled lanes of Saint-Émilion, this small-group escape blends culture, history and flavour in perfect harmony. Enjoy guided sightseeing, an immersive visit to La Cité du Vin, and memorable wine tastings at a local château – all with plenty of time to relax and soak up the laid-back French lifestyle with your fellow solo travellers.
What's included?
Flights and transfers-
One piece of checked luggage
Four breakfasts & welcome dinner 
Welcome drink
Guided walking tour of Bordeaux-
Immersive wine experience at La Cité du Vin
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Visit the charming medieval village of Saint-Émilion
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Wine tour and tasting at a château
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully financially protected
What's extra:
- Insurance click here
Itinerary
- Arrive in Bordeaux
- Bordeaux guided city tour and river cruise
- La Cité du Vin, Saint-Émilion and wine tasting at a château
- At leisure
- Departure day
What you will be doing...
Day One: Welcome to Bordeaux
We arrive at Bordeaux Airport where we transfer to our centrally located hotel. We can take the afternoon to settle in, explore our neighbourhood, or enjoy our first taste of French cuisine at a local café. The city’s stunning architecture and lively streets set the tone for our adventure ahead. This evening, we come together for a welcome dinner.
- Dinner included
Day Two: Explore Bordeaux & Garonne River Cruise
After breakfast, we join our guide for a walking tour of Bordeaux’s elegant streets, grand squares, and charming neighbourhoods. We take a stroll to the Place de la Bourse & Miroir d’Eau, the iconic Bordeaux square reflected in the world’s largest reflecting pool.
We discover the city’s rich history and modern vibrancy, enjoying some free time to enjoy lunch at a local café or a riverside bistro.
In the afternoon, we unwind on a boat cruise along the Garonne River, taking in Bordeaux from a different perspective as the city’s landmarks glide past. It’s the perfect way to see the city and relax with our fellow travellers.
- Breakfast included
Day Three: Wine Tasting & Medieval Villages
After a delicious breakfast, we head out for a visit to La Cité du Vin, an immersive wine museum where you’ll explore the history and culture of wine through interactive exhibits and tastings.
In the afternoon, we venture into the charming medieval village of Saint-Émilion, famous for its cobbled streets, historic churches, and picturesque squares. On our return to Bordeaux, we’ll visit a local château for a guided wine tour and tasting, experiencing some of the region’s renowned wines in an unforgettable setting.
- Breakfast included
Day Four: Day at Leisure
We spend the day at our leisure in Bordeaux, exploring hidden streets, local markets, or simply relaxing at a café.
Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Arcachon. Explore the quaint village, climb the Dune du Pilat for breathtaking views, and enjoy a scenic boat trip to Cap Ferret, taking in the stunning coastline along the way. Pre-booking required, £195pp (based on a minimum of 10)
- Breakfast included
Day Five: Departure day
After breakfast, we transfer from our hotel to Bordeaux Airport for your onward journey, leaving with memories of culture, wine, and the charm of southwestern France.
- Breakfast included
Accommodation
Hôtel Quality Bordeaux Centre
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Passport and visas To enter France your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:
- less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Check both the issue date and the expiry date in your passport. If you renewed your passport early, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. This could affect the requirement for your passport to be less than 10 years old.
A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period. Please note that stays in other EU countries counts towards this 90 day period.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit ; France Foreign Advice
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.
From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.
- the latest information on health risks and what vaccinations you need in TravelHealthPro’s France guide
- where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page
Price: £195pp based on a minimum of 10 passengers, must be pre booked before departure.
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