Bordeaux to Biarritz Multi-Adventure Tour
French Wine Country & Atlantic Seaside Chic
Perhaps you’ve come for the château-laced roads of Bordeaux. Or maybe the wild bluffs of Biarritz and the green peaks of the Pyrenees. Why choose? In this region of France, it’s all très magnifique.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $6,399 - $6,599/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Pedal through a sea of vineyards outside Bordeaux and along the wooded Vélodyssée coastal bike path
- Pamper yourself in plush retreats, from a spa resort that launched the Caudalie skin-care line to an elegant lakefront château
- Go behind the scenes at renowned wineries with exclusive tours and tastings set against exquisite scenery
- Explore a delightful landscape of forests, coves, capes and dunes
- Bask in Basque Country’s vibrant culture, as you sample pintxos, visit colorful half-timbered houses and explore the Pyrenees
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Bordeaux Airport & Travel Details
- Beautiful Bordeaux says bienvenue with a ride through the rolling vine-covered hills of the Sauternes and Graves AOCs
- Pair local wines with exceptional cuisine at our hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant
- Bike through a sea of vineyards from our hotel to Gironde
- Indulge in a signature grape-infused Caudalie spa treatment at our resort
- Culture meets nature on a unique woodland trail linking interactive art exhibits
- Tour the cellars and try the vintages at world-renowned Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, home to the crème de la crème of French wine.
Nights 1-2
Luxury Hotel
This spa resort, set right on the Château Smith Haut-Lafitte wine estate, features local mineral spring water and products from the made-in-house Caudalie beauty line. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Discover the endless enchantments of Basque Country
- Sample delicacies like small-batch Bayonne ham and Espelette peppers
- Try your hand at pelote basque, the local racquetball-like village sport
- Hike through pastures and forest in the Pyrenees Mountains with small villages and grazing sheep
- Stroll through Espelette, a charming Basque village known for its whitewashed houses adorned with strings of drying red peppers
- Take to the waves at a popular surf spot
- Savor dinner overlooking the lily-covered Lac de Brindos
- Say farewell to new friends and extend your holiday in glittering beachside Biarritz.
Nights 3-5
Luxury Hotel
This ivy-draped manor, set on a woodland lake, offers luxury with both old-world and modern touches, from its floating patios to its on-site chocolaterie. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Biarritz Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 2-4
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
