The Chateaux visits will be in the Medoc and the Right bank and will be chosen by us for the high quality of the wines, as well as the possibility to buy direct. Because of the negotiant system, it is normally not possible to buy direct at Bordeaux châteaux.
The guide will help you to get the best out of the wine visits and if you wish assist you in buying a good selection of wines at good prices direct from the wineries and from local wine shops. You book your own travel arrangements and meet up at the hotel on the first evening. This gives you the freedom to decide how you wish to travel and the length of your trip.
The excellent value of these trips means that combined with taking advantage of any special travel deals you might find - that you still have the peace of mind that the actual tour part is put together by a fully bonded, professional tour operator. If you book hotel elements etc yourself direct via the web you generally have no financial or legal comeback. Arranging proper visits to Bordeaux chateaux where you get to taste more than the most recent vintage is also notoriously difficult, and arranging a meal at a Bordeaux wine château as an independent is impossible. The advantage of having a coach for a couple of days also saves on the inevitable argument about whose turn it is to drive!
Our base for the weekend is the majestic city of Bordeaux, in a central 2* hotel (which we have chosen as we prefer it to all the 3*s) within walking distance of the shops and the Marche des Grands Hommes.
There is a wealth of wine shops nearby and many good restaurants to choose from and we will give you a list of our tried and tested suggestions based on 18 years of visiting this lovely town. There is also some free time in St Emilion - equally famous for its chocolate macaroons as well as its wine!
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Early evening meet at hotel in Bordeaux. Comparative tasting.
Day 2: 2/3 visits in the Médoc, including chateau lunch.
Day 3: 3 visits Graves - St Emilion including chateau lunch.
Day 4: Depart after breakfast.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
23 - 26 October 2008 £445
20 - 23 November 2008 £419
23 26 April 2009 £475
28 - 31 May 2009 £449
Price Includes:
- 3 nights good 2* hotel in central Bordeaux
- Breakfasts, 2 lunches at chateaux
- Visits & tastings, introductory tasting
- Coach
- Wine Guide for first evening tasting and the touring days
Upgrade option to a nearby 4* (There are fully escorted, more in-depth tours in the Reserve Collection)
Travel: Meet at Destination
Sole Occupancy: £90.00
Deposit: £100.00
Room Upgrade: n/a
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