Itinerary
Arrive in
Bordeaux!
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Accommodation: Piya Sport Hotel (four-star)
Bordeaux to
Cadillac
Today discover the taste of ‘Entre deux Mers’ appellation: the Garonne River to the south, the Dordogne River to the north makes incredible diversity of relief, exposure and soils also mean that the wine come here in all colors. Dry and sweet whites, reds, roses, Clairets, Cremants and even a spirit, the Fine de Bordeaux, all add to the variety.Leave Bordeaux on the cycling path which will lead you to the fortified village of Creon. Then continue through the vineyards of Cadillac and the surrounding wall of the village.
Distance covered: 30mi (48km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Cadillac to
St Emilion
Ride through the ‘Entre-deux Mers’ vineyards, between the Garonne and the Dordogne River. Visit Rauzan, overlooked by its dignified medieval chateau, before reaching the prestigious village of Saint-Emilion, with its rich historical testimonies.Legend tells that the town bears the name of a Breton monk that performed miracles while living an exemplary life. In order to retire from social life, he settled in a natural grotto in 750, which can still be visited nowadays in the heart of the town. Meet the winemakers and taste exceptional wines and vintages.
Distance covered: 31mi (50km)
Meals included: Breakfast
St Emilion to
Blaye
A ride along Bordeaux and Cotes de Blaye vineyards. Explore the 17th century citadel, in Blaye, overlooking the Gironde River. The Blaye – Cote de Bordeaux appellation offers white and reds wines. Red wines aromas are strong and fruity for a young wine, with musk and spice notes developing with age.The dry whites are intense and powerful, with notes of boxwood and citrus (lemon, grapefruit).
Distance covered: 40mi (64km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Blaye to
Bordeaux
Take a deep breath of iodined air. Start this ride by crossing the Gironde river by boat to reach Lamarque and its famous Médoc vineyards and chateaux wine cellars. Over on the other side, you can discover the jewel in the crown of the Verrou Vauban (the Vauban defensive system): Fort Médoc. Next, it’s time to explore the Bordeaux Wine Route in Médoc as you pass through the world-renowned Margaux area. The route continues along small roads which pass through the Médoc’s vineyards, small hedged fields and moorland as far as Bordeaux.
Distance covered: 38mi (61km)
Meals included: Breakfast
Leave
Bordeaux!
The tour ends in Bordeaux.
Meals included: Breakfast
