Bordeaux by Bicycle: 3-Hour Immersive Tour by Monsieur Bacchus
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Bordeaux was called Burdigala long before it became the world's wine capital. With Monsieur Bacchus, you ride through 2,000 years of history in 3 hours, with a local who actually lives here. Over about 13 flat kilometres, we pedal from the Roman Palais Gallien to Saint-André Cathedral and the medieval Grosse Cloche, where we stop for a canelé from our artisan partner Cassonade. We cross the Garonne on the Pont de Pierre for the best view of the UNESCO-listed riverfront, take a break at Darwin, the creative hub of the right bank, then ride back over the Chaban-Delmas bridge to the Chartrons, the old wine merchants' quarter. Our guides don't read a script: they share their stories, their favourite spots and their best tips. Where to eat tonight? Which wine bar is worth it? Just ask! Small groups (12 guests max per guide), comfortable Dutch bikes and helmets included. No megaphone, no rush: just good company and a city to fall in love with.
Inclusions
What's included
- Baskets and panniers for bicycles
- E-Bike tour (if option selected)
- High quality Dutch bicycles (Batavus & Gazelle)
- Savor Bordeaux's sweetest tradition: a canelé tasting from our artisan partner Cassonade, the perfect local treat to fuel your ride.
- Helmets
- Handcrafted postcard by a local artist offered as a unique souvenir of your Bordeaux bike tour
What's not
- Bottled water
Itinerary
Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bike tour, Safety briefing, Scenic views on the way.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Pass by, Scenic views on the way.
Sightseeing, Pass by.
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic views on the way.
Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic views on the way.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic views on the way.
Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by.
Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by.
Photo stop, Scenic views on the way.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 577 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Fantastic way to see the city!
Fantastic way to see the city! We rented electric bikes. Bikes are well maintained. Guide very knowledgeable. Gave great recommendations as well.
4A great way to see and learn about Bordeaux
Flavie was there to meet us in a quiet residential area. She was expecting two more guests, but they cancelled at the last minute, so we had the tour to ourselves. The bikes were good and Flavie was thorough with the safety briefing. She took us to gardens, churches, an amphitheater and gave us an entertaining history of Bordeaux and its complex relationship with England. There were some street demonstrations by school students, which added to the atmosphere. Three quarters of the way through the tour, the heavens opened, and we nearly avoided getting drenched, but not quite. Flavie and her partner sheltered us in their garage after the tour and gave us each a poncho to head out to the tram stop. Highly recommended.
5This was one of the best...
This was one of the best bike tours we have taken.. Flavi was a high quality guide. She provided the history and a taste of the culture in Bordeaux. The equipment was in excellent condition and the pacing was perfect. Don’t think about this tour, just book it. It is a good spend of time and money.
5Fun, great beginning to our trip
Excellent tour; our guide was knowledgeable, fun, and caring… great way to see Bordeaux for the first time! Would highly recommend!
5Fun way to discover Bordeaux
Myself and five other friends took the three hour bike tour around the city. We had a great experience. The bikes were well maintained, the tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. It’s a super way to see the city and surroundings, I would highly recommend it if you are visiting Bordeaux ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5Beautiful Bordeaux by Bike
It was really excellent to see the city via bike. Much more to see in shorter time, but at a leisurely pace
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Our meeting point is conveniently situated just a brisk 3 to 4-minute stroll from the Jardin Public or Paul Doumer tram stops on Line C. Look out for the garage displaying the letters 'Bacchus' prominently.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 24 travellers
- Operated by
- Bicycle Tours Bordeaux and its region
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour takes place on city streets alongside traffic, so we recommend riders who feel comfortable cycling in an urban environment. If you're unsure or haven't cycled recently, feel free to reach out — we're happy to help you decide if this tour is right for you.
- Getting there: Public transport in Bordeaux can be unpredictable, so we recommend allowing extra travel time. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure — we offer a 5-minute grace period, but tours leave on schedule to respect everyone's time. Unfortunately, late arrivals, missed departures, and last-minute cancellations cannot be refunded.
How it compares in Bordeaux
- Its from-price is 70% below the median of the 412 experiences we list in Bordeaux.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 9 of 412.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Bordeaux
Bordeaux, on the Garonne in south-west France, is a stone-fronted port city and the centre of one of the world's great wine regions.
The pale limestone façades of the eighteenth century give Bordeaux an elegant, even look, and the curve of the Garonne, the Port of the Moon, is part of its UNESCO listing. Place de la Bourse faces the river, and the Miroir d'eau, a shallow reflecting pool, mirrors it. The Grand Théâtre, Saint-André Cathedral with its separate Pey-Berland tower, and the long pedestrian Rue Sainte-Catherine make up the centre.
Top-ranked sights in Bordeaux: Place de la Bourse (Place Royale), Porte Cailhau, Grosse Cloche.
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