Arcachon

Situated along the Atlantic coast, Arcachon Bay is a haven of calm within reach of dynamic city life. During your tour you will visit the city of Arcachon with its two parts: Summer town and its seaside lifestyle and Winter town, much quieter with its great architectural diversity and sumptuous villas hidden away in the pine trees.

You could take a stroll through fishermen villages where a relaxed and quiet atmosphere will welcome you.

Or if you are feeling up to a challenge, come and climb ʺLa dune du Pilatʺ. Measuring approximately 2.7 km long, 500 m wide and up to 106.60 m high, this always-moving sand dune is the highest sand dune in Western Europe. From the top, you will enjoy uninterrupted and breathtaking panoramic views of the Arcachon Bay (including the sandbank: Banc d’Arguin), the Atlantic Ocean and the large pine forest situated east of the dune.

Don’t forget to taste local oysters with a glass of dry white wine at one of the charming local Oyster Huts.

Departures from : Paris, Bordeaux, Sarlat and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Bordeaux

Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble which dates back to the Age of Enlightenment, with more protected buildings than in any other French city, except Paris.

Start out with a walking tour of Bordeaux with a local guide who will lead you through this emblematic city with many different architectural styles, allowing you to travel through centuries of French history.

Then, why not finish your day at the wine museum of Bordeaux “La Cité du Vin” and embark on an immersive, sensory adventure to discover the cultures and civilizations of wine.

Departures from : Paris, Bordeaux, Sarlat and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Cognac

The town of Cognac overlooks the Charente River. Mainly built on the river’s left bank, the town is on one of the pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela and is birthplace of the iconic Renaissance king: Francis I of France.

Cognac remains a must for those who enjoy brandy. Your tour will include a private visit and tasting at one of the world-renowned houses (Hennessy, Remy Martin, Martell, Courvoisier…) and also at a smaller, but just as talented, local producer.

The winemaker will explain to you the history of this unique double-distilled spirit which has to be made in specific areas to be granted the name Cognac. During your visit, you will taste three different types of cognac (VS, VSOP, XO).

Departures from : Paris, Bordeaux, Sarlat and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Dordogne

Come and discover the valley, along the Dordogne River which once formed the border between French and British Kingdoms during the Hundred Year war.

Why not visit Beynac et Cazenac? Nestled between the Dordogne River and an immense rocky promontory, the village is worth the visit. You will travel back to medieval times by walking through its stone-paved streets, among blond sandstone houses and in the shade of its castle.

Or discover La Roque-Gageac which has been elected one of the most beautiful villages in France. With its typical rooftops, old-fashioned charm and breathtaking landscapes, La Roque-Gageac is a village that invites you to daydream of times gone-by. Then go to the village of Domme famous for being where knight Templars were imprisoned in the fortified tower of this “bastide” during the Middle Ages.

It is also possible to taste some local products at the farmers’ market (every Friday morning from May to September). Your guide will share with you his passion for the local gastronomy and this historical period.

Departures from : Paris, Bordeaux, Sarlat and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Saint Emilion

Join us on an exceptional day-tour, focusing on the great wines of Saint-Emilion in an authentic setting rooted in history. This beautiful medieval village is nestled in the heard of the Bordeaux wine area and has become world famous thanks to its fine wine.

Saint-Émilion wine classification is as follows: Premier grand cru classé A, Premier grand cru classé B, and Grand cru classé. You will learn about (and taste) the different varieties of wines in two different wine-producing “châteaux” and also experience the deliciously sweet macarons produced locally.

Departures from : Paris, Bordeaux, Sarlat and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day