Bordeaux River Cruise Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
From $7,699 - $10,499 /person
+$224 Port Fee
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
Bordeaux River Cruise Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
2024: Jun, Sep 2025: Jun, Sep
From $7,699 - $10,499 /person
( +$224 Port Fee )
Vineyards & Châteaux of Garonne, Dordogne & Gironde
Decadent. Sophisticated. Extraordinary. Are we talking about last night’s glass of Bordeaux or your week along the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers? There's no difference when the most coveted wines in the world are at your fingertips. When gorgeous scenery unfolds from the seat of your bike. All making for a river cruise bike tour much like the perfect red: well-balanced and simply intoxicating.
Highlights
- Pedal in the romantic realm of vineyards and châteaux: Margaux, Yquem, Rothschild and Angelus
- Ride along the Garonne River, discovering the rolling hills and dramatic terrain of Bordeaux’s wine regions
- Stroll through St-Émilion, a beautiful World Heritage site and epicenter of French wines
- Taste exquisite local specialties—superb wines, fresh oysters, flavorful cheeses and decadent macarons
Start/End Bordeaux
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Warm up with a leisurely ride beginning in the Margaux region and passing through several picturesque villages • Arrive in enchanting Bordeaux, one of the largest urban World Heritage sites, with more than half the city restored and protected • Get to know St-Émilion’s beautifully restored Romanesque architecture and narrow cobblestone streets • An oenologist at a wine school offers an initiation into the art of tasting—you'll learn how to recognize Bordeaux vintages by color, smell and flavor • Spin through a bucolic grapevine-laden landscape, home to world-famous wineries and Grand Cru wines • Pedal inland through the French countryside en route to the wine-making town of Libourne, where the Isle and Dordogne Rivers meet.
Nights 1-7
A luxurious custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, French balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. (pool)
Days 3-5
Follow a gorgeous corniche road to the town of Blaye, known for its impressive 17th-century citadel, a World Heritage site • Venture into the rolling hills of the Côtes de Bourg AOC and admire the bounty of the Dordogne River as you ride by stately châteaux • Wine and revelry await you in Bourg • Cruise the Dordogne River and then hop on the bike to spin through Haut-Médoc’s most celebrated AOCs of Saint Julien, Pauillac, and Saint Estèphe • Soak up fairy-tale scenery paired with some of the world's most prestigious vineyards, from Pichon Longueville and Pontet-Canet to Mouton Rothschild.
Nights 1-7
A luxurious custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, French balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. (pool)
Days 6-8
A beautiful ride takes us into the coastal Sauternes AOC, renowned for its fungus-affected sweet wines • Leave vineyards behind to explore the Atlantic coast, catching sight of the Dune de Pilat, Europe’s tallest sand dune • Discover the golden beaches of Arcachon Bay, a favorite seaside escape of the 19th-century French bourgeoisie • Cap off your adventure with a ferry ride and the chance to sample fresh Cap Ferret oysters • We dock in the heart of Bordeaux, where city lights accompany a memorable meal on our final night aboard the ship.
Nights 1-7
A luxurious custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, French balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. (pool)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Most port conditions require that ships tie up alongside each other, in which case you may need to walk through another ship to access our ship. This is a part of river cruising due to its popularity. You may experience obstructed views from your stateroom when the ship is double-docked, but as soon as we set sail again your beautiful views will be restored.
Accommodations
Small Ships, Big Adventures
Our small ships feel more like boutique retreats, offering an experience a world away from the typical large cruise.
Ship may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-7
A luxurious custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, French balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. (pool)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $650 rental fee; subject to availability
- Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS
- Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package
- Built for hard-core riders
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
Note: You may only reserve one Stateroom Category at this time. Your stateroom will be assigned based on availability. Please contact us if you are interested in booking multiple Stateroom Categories for your party, selecting a specific stateroom, or Single Supplement pricing.
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