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Bordeaux to Basque Country: Wine and Culture

Taste your way through two of Europe’s great culinary heartlands on a nine-night journey that pairs celebrated Bordeaux with Spain’s Basque Country. Settle in for four nights in elegant Bordeaux and five nights in seaside San Sebastián as you admire grand 18th-century architecture, cruise vineyard-lined countryside, sample world-class wines, and delve into the traditions and flavors that make this region a gastronomic legend.

Tour Highlights

  • Spend nine nights split between two bases: four nights in Bordeaux, France, and five nights in San Sebastián, Spain, allowing ample time to savor each region.
  • Take in Bordeaux’s refined 18th-century architecture on guided touring and enjoy its atmosphere of broad boulevards, riverside quays, and lively squares.
  • Broaden your wine knowledge at La Cité du Vin, a fascinating interactive museum devoted to the history, culture, and science of wine.
  • Spend a pleasant day in the Bordeaux countryside visiting the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, with time to stroll its historic lanes and admire its vineyards.
  • Enjoy an exclusive winery tour in the Saint-Émilion area, learning about local production and tasting acclaimed regional wines.
  • Relish a boat ride on picturesque Arcachon Bay, followed by fresh oysters by the shore in a classic Atlantic setting.
  • Explore beautiful San Sebastián, renowned for its sweeping bay, Belle Époque charm, and world-class culinary scene.
  • Delve into Basque culture during a special dinner with local residents, sharing regional dishes, stories, and traditions.
  • Venture into the lovely Rioja Alavesa wine region to stroll through medieval Laguardia, enjoy a barbecue lunch, and sample fine wines at a local bodega.
  • Admire the iconic Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, taking in both its striking contemporary architecture and its notable art collection.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1: Depart gateway city for Bordeaux, France
Day 2: Bordeaux, France
Day 3: Bordeaux
Day 4: Bordeaux
Day 5: Bordeaux
Day 6: San Sebastián, Spain
Day 7: San Sebastián, Spain
Day 8: San Sebastián, Spain
Day 9: San Sebastián, Spain
Day 10: San Sebastián, Spain
Day 11: San Sebastián | Depart for home

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AHI Travel