Walking in the Vineyards of Bordeaux and Medoc

Walking in the Vineyards of Bordeaux and Medoc

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Walking in the Vineyards of Bordeaux and Medoc

7 Days Starting in Paillac and ending in Bordeaux

Visiting: France

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

W06BO

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Leisurely / Moderate

Age range:

14-99

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Walking, Wine Tasting

From: $2360 $2248 Travel Club discount: -$112

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

This incredible diversity of relief, exposure and soils also mean that the wine comes in all colours. Dry and sweet whites, reds, roses, Clairets, Cremants and even a spirit, the Fine de Bordeaux, all add to the variety. From medieval houses to mills, from bastides to Carthusians, abbeys and Romanesque churches. Go at your own pace and let your feet guide you on a journey that combines lush countryside views and delectable tastings.



Situated between the Gironde estuary and pine forests, ocean beaches and large lakes, the Medoc vineyard is a stunner with its 60 Grands Crus classes: Chateaux Lafite-Rothschild, Latour, Margaux, Mouton-Rothschild and others, to name only a few of the most world-renowned. The route des Chateaux is a collection of unmissable stops: Margaux, Pauillac. Walk into a sensory journey to the heart of this terroir of powerful red wines. A tour for wine lovers as well as architecture fans, where traditional mansions, house contemporary wineries. In Medoc, the vine has truly created marvels.



Come along with us and take off on a spirited discovery of this iconic wine-growing region.

Highlights

  • Explore Bordeaux listed as World Heritage by UNESCO

  • A ride through the most prestigious vineyards of Bordeaux and Medoc

  • Numerous opportunities of wine tasting in prestigious wine estate

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Paillac

Arrive in Bordeaux. Possibility to organise a private transfer from Bordeaux airport or train station to Pauillac.



Pauillac, is home of three of the five first Grands Crus Classes and 15 Crus Classe Medoc.

Day 2 : At Pauillac

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pauillac, is home of three of the five first Grands Crus Classes and 15 Crus Classe Medoc. Today follow small roads and discover the biggest stars of the wine ranking with stunning architecture, and also many other jewels of this vineyard. Along your walk, pass by the famous Lafite Rothschild, Latour and Mouton Rothschild, 1st Great Classified Growths, but also by the Chateaux Pichon Longueville (2d cru), Pontet Canet and Lynch Bages (5th classified growth).

Day 3 : Pauillac - Margaux

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Margaux to start your excursion.



Start your walk with a view over the Chateau Margaux's park to admire the classic building architecture from beginning of the 19th Century surrounded by the vines. Continue from vineyards to chateaux. Then, follow the river banks with a wonderful point of view on Margaux Island and the Gironde river. Walk through marshes surrounded by the forest.



A shorter option is also available

Day 4 : Margaux - Blaye

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cross the Gironde estuary by boat. Then, reach the discreet hillsides of Blaye. The AOC Blaye, as well as their rich historical heritage, such as the military citadel of Blaye, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, provide a fulfilling experience for travellers who like to go off the beaten path. An exaltation of the senses is guaranteed by the sheer majesty of the landscapes that pass by- confetti islands, fishing huts dotting the banks, troglodyte dwellings and charming flower gardens of old sailors' houses.



A shorter option is also available

Day 5 : Blaye - Gauriac

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today's walk takes you through the vineyards of the Cotes de Blaye AOC, Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superieur.



Follow the corniche road wending its way along the Gironde . Nestled between sheer cliffs on one side and the river on the other, the road is unforgettably picturesque. You will be delighted with the beautiful scenery, the charming houses, and the explosion of colours. The road goes past rolling countryside, as well as beautiful hamlets and houses, each more attractive than the last. It seems impossible to choose the most appealing part of the road since it offers such a wide diversity of sights with Oleanders, palm trees, and banana trees, giving a unique cachet to nearby houses.



A shorter option is also available

Day 6 : Gauriac - Bordeaux

Meals Included: Breakfast

Taxi transfer to Bordeaux city centre.



Bordeaux is a UNESCO listed city that abounds with the pleasures of the South-West region: prestigious vineyards, unrivalled gastronomy. Also, the newly redesigned banks of the River Garonne provide the setting for outdoor pursuits and the Old Town is a treasure box of 18th Century architectural gems.

Day 7 : Leave Bordeaux

Meals Included: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Meals
    6 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 1 dinners.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)

  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)

  • Visas & vaccinations

Food

In Bordeaux, wine and gastronomy are an essential part of local heritage. They are inseparable from Bordeaux’s unique art de vivre. Blessed by the richness of its vineyards and enjoying proximity to the ocean, Arcachon Bay, and the estuary, Bordeaux is one of France’s culinary havens. Bordeaux and its surrounding regions offer a feast of delights for wine and food lovers. Do not miss to taste the local speciality, a canelé, a tiny vanilla and rum-flavoured cake that looks like a miniature fluted jelly mould. The inside is spongy and the outside is a delicate caramelised crust. Locals eat them for breakfast, elevenses, lunch and dinnertime, and they can even be paired with Bordeaux wine.

Accommodation

Your accommodation is a mix of 3-star (or similar) and 4-star hotels.



All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration.

For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs.



Additional Accommodation



We can arrange single rooms throughout the trip (subject to availability). Please check with your sales consultant for availability and prices.

Check out our Q&As

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews of this operator

Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team

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Tim Hardy  

Stunning walking. Walking the Amalfi Coast

04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

paul green (Google Reviewer)  

Went on a tour of...

14-Jan-2022

Went on a tour of morocco in October and loved it ,mohamed the tour guide was excellent, probably go with exodus to India next year

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip!

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John Edwards (Google Reviewer)  

I went cycling in Albania...

19-Aug-2023

I went cycling in Albania with exodus as my first holiday with them. Such a well organised and wonderful experience where I met multiple fellow travellers who have been advocates of them for many years. You can't argue with happy repeat customers and I'm planning my next adventure with them soon

Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer.

David (Google Reviewer)  

Exodus are generally a good...

21-Aug-2024

Exodus are generally a good travel company. Things tend to run smoothly and trips well organised. Their customers tend to be at retirement age. Trips are a bit overpriced. I would also avoid trips in Europe, as these often focus on more coffee stops and meals, rather than walking. I would also recommend making sure your guide records any accidents you have, hopefully not applicable. I had one on Sierra de Aitana which the guide saw and knew about, but he and Exodus said it never happened when I followed up after the trip. I wasn’t putting in a claim, just suggested a safety improvement. They have since apologised and acknowledged this as an error. They are a good reliable option for outside of Europe trips.

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!!

johanna leonor (Google Reviewer)  

If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service.

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