Excursion Unesco classified bordeaux on your own tour at Bordeaux

Cruise line: Silversea
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The timeless beauty of Bordeaux is yours to discover during this orientation tour of the city and surrounding areas.

Depart the pier for the drive by coach to Bordeaux. On your way, you will drive along the famous « Route des Châteaux », the Medoc wine Chateau road, which is located between the Gironde estuary and the Landes Forest, and provides magnificent views of vine-covered gravely, rises as far as the eye can see. Medoc vineyards are orderly and well-kept almost to the point of fanaticism, and the region's famous châteaux produce wines that are nothing short of divine... Moulis, Listrac, Saint Julien, Saint Estèphe, Pauillac and Margaux (with the celebrated château of the same name).

Reaching Bordeaux, you'll have a short panoramic drive through the city, before being dropped off to enjoy a few hours of free time to explore at your leisure. Take advantage of this opportunity to shop, visit museums or just stroll about and discover more about the history of the city. Some of the city highlights are Place de la Bourse, the riverfront, Cailhau Gate, Grosse Cloche from the English Period, the Bordeaux Cathedral, and Gambetta Square. Don't miss the Grand Theater, one of the most beautiful 18th-century theaters in Europe. The pedestrian friendly city center and waterfront have many shops, cafes and restaurants for you to choose from as well as a number of museums. Whatever you choose to do, you'll have a wonderful time in Bordeaux.

The drive between Le Verdon and Bordeaux is approx 2 hrs and 15 mins and you will have approx 4 hrs and 30 mins free time in Bordeaux.

Please note section: The cathedral Saint-André is closed between 12h00 and 14h00 and on Monday morning. Flat, comfortable shoes recommended. Walking in Bordeaux is at the discretion of each guest.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Le Verdon, Médoc Vineyards, Wine Château Road and Estates, Bordeaux City Centre and Cathedral, Grand Theatre, Place de la Bourse, Cailhau Gate, Gambetta Square