From La Rochelle Bordeaux Wine Tour Private Shore Excursion

8 hours
La Rochelle, France

About this activity

Embark on a private shore excursion from La Rochelle to explore Bordeaux's renowned vineyards. Taste exquisite wines, learn about the winemaking process, and immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of the French countryside, all tailored to your pace.

Highlights

  • Bordeaux wine tour in the Côte de Blaye appellation
  • Wine tasting sessions in 2 carefully selected wineries
  • Local Tour Guide, Expert in Bordeaux Wines
  • Tour can be customized to suit your interests

Full description

Embark on a delightful private shore excursion from La Rochelle and delve into the enchanting world of Bordeaux's vineyards in the stunning Côte de Blaye appellation. Experience the joy of wine tasting at two carefully selected wineries, where you'll enjoy a curated selection of exquisite Bordeaux wines. With your local guide, an expert in Bordeaux wines, you'll uncover the secrets of winemaking while enjoying the picturesque scenery of the French countryside. This flexible tour can be customized based on your interests, ensuring a memorable experience tailored just for you.

Included / Excluded

  • Reservation for 2 selected Wineries
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Travel in premium, spacious vehicles
  • Pick up and drop off at Ship
  • Wine tasting fees
  • Entrance fees to monuments or attractions
  • Personal insurance & expenses
  • Meals & drinks
  • Gratuities for the driver/guide

Meeting point

Start Location

Viaduc du môle d'escale, La Rochelle, France

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tasting fees can be included during the booking process
  • Chateaux reservations will be made once the booking is confirmed
  • Adult only tour
  • English speaking guide

Know before you go

  • Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time
  • Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Currency is in Euros

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts

Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
May 2026
5.0

We had a very fun day with Matt to Mont Saint-Mitchel. Matt is an excellent tour guide & he cared for his clients very much. He's an on time person. We learned a lot about the history of Saint-Mitchel via Matt. He made sure we have enough time browsing this beautiful UNESCO. We definitely recommend friends & family this tour. Thank you Matt

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
May 2026
5.0

Pascal was, above all, a smiling whirlwind of energy from the very start — bursting with knowledge, passion, and just the right amount of dramatic flair. He painted the horror of the Omaha Beach invasion so vividly that we could practically hear the chaos, then marched us through the bunkers at Pointe du Hoc like we were on a mission ourselves. And before we even caught our breath, he had already catapulted us back to Bayeux at invasion speed. A legend in tour‑guide form. Thanks from Croatian Team😉

GetYourGuide
Lindsay A
May 2026
5.0

Our Normandy D-Day tour was well worth it and we so enjoyed our tour guide Matt. He made the tour engaging, entertaining and informative. The tour was just the right size and a half day was perfect for us. It would have been much harder to get around to the sites and understand each without the information that Matt was constantly sharing. There was hardly a time that Matt was not telling us what/how/when of what we were looking at. Thanks Matt!

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