We’ll begin in the historic center of the city, right near the cathedral. Our guide will begin to introduce the historical narrative of Bordeaux, from the Medieval period to the Golden Age to the mid-1990s and beyond. Our route may vary according to our interests and our guide's background, however, we'll touch on a range of sites relevant to the city's story. Expanding our geographical scope, we will venture across the city to other notable sites, such as the grand square of Place du Palais and Place Saint Pierre. We may pop to admire the historic Grosse Cloche (the big bell) in St. James Quartier, stroll along the Quai and Garonne river. We'll stop to discuss and admire the water mirror at the historical Place du Parliament and Place de la Bourse before walking to another marvelous square: Place des Quinconces. Our route may take us along Europe’s longest pedestrian shopping street (Rue Sainte-Catherine) as we soak up local Bordeaux life. As we wander Bordeaux’s charming streets, your expert may also introduce you to a local special pastry, canele, and learn about its regional significance.

We will finish our introductory tour with a more comprehensive understanding of Bordeaux’s growth into a major wine-trading city. We’ll have visited a number of important locations, immersing ourselves in Bordeaux’s grandiose history and viticulture.

At the end of the tour, we will have the opportunity to visit a local wine bar that specializes in regional wines by the glass, rotated on a monthly basis. While there, you can choose a glass of local wines, before we delve into the different wines of Bordeaux - red, white, sweet, dry and sparkling.