Bordeaux Bike Tour: Discover Monuments & Districts on Comfortable Beach Cruisers with Local Guide
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Bordeaux
Join our Bordeaux Bike Tour and explore the city's stunning monuments and districts on comfortable Beach Cruisers. Limited to 8 people, with a local guide, refreshments, and ponchos provided.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bordeaux - You will be welcomed by a real local guide. After 10 minutes devoted to safety instructions, we will set off to discover Bordeaux, along a magnificent course of approximately 13km, perfectly secure and suitable for bicycles. We will discover the unmissable places of the city, Saint Michel and its incredible bell tower, we will cross the Garonne via the magnificent stone bridge to go and admire the facade of the quays from the walk in the park of the angels. We will see the “Darwin” eco-district before taking the impressive “Jacques Chaban-Delmas” opening bridge. We continue the walk through the Chartrons district famous for its Bordeaux wine trade, then towards the public garden before going through the historic center of the city with its cobbled streets and pretty little squares filled with terraces. Finally we will pass in front of the essential water mirror and the pretty Cailhau gate before returning to the starting point.

  • Grosse Cloche de Bordeaux - Stop in front of the big bell, the oldest city gate dating from the 13th century.

  • La Fleche Saint-Michel - Discovery of the popular district of the city with the Saint-Michel basilica and the spire which culminates at 114 meters high.

  • Pont de Pierre - Passage on the magnificent stone bridge, the oldest bridge in the city to admire the view from the right bank

  • Parc aux Angeliques - Pause for a panoramic view of the magnificent 18th century facade of the city. The history of Bordeaux will be told to you before setting off again along the Garonne in the direction of Darwin.

  • Darwin - Discovery of Darwin, the eco-district, a surprising and unique alternative place in Bordeaux.

  • Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas - Crossing the Garonne by the majestic Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridge, a real technological feat that allows boats to enter the port of Bordeaux.

  • Eglise St Louis des Chartrons - Passage through the heart of the Chartrons, a former famous Bordeaux wine trading district. Discovery of the old cellars then passage in the pretty rue Notre Dame with its pretty antique shops.

  • Jardin Public - Tasting break of a local specialty in the magnificent Public Garden of Bordeaux

  • Monument aux Girondins - Discovery of the monument to the Girondins and its beautiful fountains on the Esplanade des Quinconces

  • Grand Theatre - Passage in front of the Theatre, crossing the Golden Triangle and the Place des Grands Hommes.

  • Place Pey-Berland - View of the Saint-André cathedral, the town hall and the Pey-Berlan tower dating from the 15th century.

  • Bordeaux - Crossing the historic center of the city with its small squares, terraces and cobbled streets. the pretty Place Camille Julian and its old church which has become a cinema, the charming little Square Vinet and its green wall, Place Saint Pierre then the magnificent Place du Parlement.

  • The Water Mirror - Passage to the water mirror opposite the Place de la Bourse..

  • Porte Cailhau - Discovery of the magnificent Cailhau gate dating from the 15th century.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Helmets provided
  • Bicycle use included
  • Local guide fluent in English and French
  • Complimentary snacks
Additional Information

Under the guidance of a native guide, you’ll have the chance to explore the city’s most enchanting locales and structures. This will take place along a beautiful route that covers about 13km and is completely safe for bicycling. You’ll be using our stunningly designed Beach Cruisers, designed to provide ultimate comfort for city rides. Our group sizes are capped at eight individuals to ensure your utmost comfort and security. We will also supply stainless steel water bottles with insulated carriers to keep your drinks chilled (particularly useful in Bordeaux’s scorching summer). We’ll also treat you to a taste of a local delicacy during a pause at the public garden. In case of predicted rain, we will also provide ponchos. Lastly, our meeting point is equipped with washroom facilities.

Location
Bordeaux Bike Tour
Rue de la Rousselle
The meeting point is on the pretty little square located at the corner of 47 rue de la Rousselle.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Fionafw8752ux
May 25, 2024
Fabulous tour - What a great experience. Jean-Christophe was a superb tour guide - knowledgeable, interesting and personable. The bike tour was a great way to see the highlights in Bordeaux and hear about its rich history. I would highly recommend this tour.
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William_s
May 18, 2024
BIKE RIDE PAR EXCELLENCE - Great guide, excellent bikes, wonderful friendly group, totally interesting route. We were in the hands of a delightful story teller, with a fun stop at a combination brewery, bakery, coffee hang-out. Great historical overview and explanation of important sites. Easy bike riding (assuming you are in average physical shape). Was frankly amazed at how much I enjoyed the several hours and was sorry it was over.
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Richardwr8356ar
May 16, 2024
Best way to see this beautiful city - Not only were the views amazing with so many photo opportunities but Jean - Christophe our guide for the afternoon was fantastic. He speaks very good English and his passionate knowledge of the history of the city was educating and interesting. One of the main attractions of this trip is crossing the river on two different bridges which not only gives the views from the other bank but also to explore best kept secrets that most tourists would miss.
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Molly_c
May 4, 2024
Terrific ride through... - Terrific ride through town with many stops for history and architecture appreciation, including photos/drawings of Bordeaux on past ages
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Lizziedee1973
Apr 30, 2024
Bordeaux Bicycle Bliss - Really enjoyable experience. Covered a large amount of ground and went to places we would not have ventured on our own. Darwin area and skatepark and lovely ride through the park. Good value for money. Tour guide was really pleasant and gave enough history in his stops.
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Michaelaz8589nx
Apr 24, 2024
Great Experience - My wife and I chose to do this tour on our arrival day, it was an excellent decision. JC is a great guide, friendly, knowledgable and clearly passionate about his beautiful city! The bikes were comfortable and well maintained, he provided helmets, rain coats and water bottles. I highly recommend this as a wonderful way to see Bordeaux!
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Dean492015
Apr 20, 2024
Our bike tour of Bordeaux - We had planned our trip to Bordeaux quite a bit in advance, and booking the bike tour tour felt like a great thing to do as we we both enjoy cycling. We had no problem booking the tour and finding the meeting point as we had done a bit of research beforehand. We were met by Jean Christoph, who made us feel very welcome and arranged our suitable bikes. The tour was very easygoing, taking in all the wonderful sites of Bordeaux and with Jean Christope great knowledge of the city it was so enjoyable. Would highly recommend the tour with Jean Christoph and would definitely would do it again when back in Bordeaux. Dean and Ruth
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583kathrine
Apr 18, 2024
Money and time well spent! - I've lived in Bordeaux a very long time ago and though I bike tour around the city might be fun. I was surprised how much the city has changed over the years and if it hadn't had been for this tour I would have never found out. The tour takes you around all the main sights of Bordeaux and also to newly developed areas of town. It's the perfect mix of (exercise) and exploring a new city. It was not exhausting at all though and can highly recommend it. The guide was very knowledgable and has lived in Bordeaux most of his life. It is obvious he loves the city, whenever he talks about it!
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Severines450
Apr 18, 2024
Excellent - The quality of this bike route is exceptional, the bikes are good, the circuit very interesting and varied, the stops regular but not too long, the information given is interesting and accessible to all. The guide, Jean Christophe, who is the owner of the company, is nice and friendly, he loves sharing his love of this superb city. I recommend 200% whether for tourism or team building. And the icing on the cake, he offers you a little cannelé in the middle of the walk!
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L6257almariem
Apr 7, 2024
A great cycling experience - We were a group of friends and all loved the bike ride offered by Jean-Christophe: the bikes are very comfortable, the itinerary is perfect and Jean-Christophe is an excellent guide who adapts to everyone and really makes you discover Bordeaux differently. We highly recommend it!
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