Bordeaux and Dordogne two-centre fly-drive holiday with 6 nights between city and country
This holiday combines the historic and fascinating city of Bordeaux with a stay in the picturesque region of the Dordogne, just over two hours away by car. Bordeaux is a super city for a short break with outstanding attractions in the city itself and nearby. A highlight is the Bassins des Lumières digital art gallery which is housed in Bordeaux’s WWII submarine base. There is the wine museum, cathedral and excellent dining options. After three nights in Bordeaux, collect your hire-car and drive eastwards for about two hours to reach the village of Trémolat on the Dordogne river. Make the most of the route, perhaps stopping in Saint-Emilion, or to visit the Chateau de Monbazillac near Bergerac. Whilst in the Dordogne, there are numerous activities on the doorstep from kayaking to prehistoric caves to visit.
Highlights
• Visit Bordeaux • Bassin des Lumieres • Wine Museum in Bordeaux • Saint-Emilion • Chateau de Monbazillac • Lascaux caves and prehistoric drawings
I enjoyed every minute of the tour. Cindy-Marie was simply fantastic and her knowledge, kindness and humour was all that I could have asked for. This was a first class experience. Thank you for making it all happen.Customer on Tuscan wine tour, June 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a double or twin room for 6 nights.
From about
£1,850
Holiday Code FHFE13
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
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Bordeaux and Dordogne two-centre fly-drive holiday with 6 nights between city and country
Fly to Bordeaux and take a taxi to your centrally located hotel, on the leafy Allées de Tourny and a few steps from the famous Quinconces esplanade in the historic heart of the city.
You have two full days to enjoy the city of Bordeaux and perhaps venture out by public transport to the nearby wine villages of the Médoc. The city organises local guides and excursions if you want more personalised guided visits. The city of Bordeaux, a great port city on the banks of the Garonne, is known for its grand 18th and 19th century architecture, its Gothic cathedral and many noteworthy museums and galleries. It is also at the heart of some of the most renowned vineyards in the world, with six different wine regions nearby. The proximity of the river should not be overlooked and there are river trips, with wining and dining on board, and the Musée Mer Marine. There are the vestiges of Gallo-Roman times in the Palais Gallien and many parks and gardens throughout the city. The Cité du Vin in Bordeaux is an innovative, immersive experience where wine comes to life within a stunning, modern building. The trendy Chartrons district continues to celebrate the world of wine, antiques and bric-a-brac traders. Visit the 15th century Porte Cailhau in the old town and stroll along the Pont de Pierre, the oldest bridge in Bordeaux. One of the more recent attractions is the Bassins des Lumières in the WWII submarine base. From architecture to wine, contemporary culture to Gothic churches, markets and river trips Bordeaux is a vibrant and attractive city.
Today collect your hire-car from the centre of Bordeaux or from the airport if you prefer. Your destination in the Dordogne is only about two hours’ drive from Bordeaux so we recommend making the most of the day and visiting some of the famous landmarks en route. St Emilion and Bergerac are both excellent places to visit today.
The Dordogne is renowned for its rich and hearty cuisine and the region produces all manner of fascinating food stuffs, from walnuts to mushrooms, from cheese to truffles, from foie gras to pork delicacies. There is wine too, at Bergerac and Monbazillac. The Dordogne has a great number of very picturesque small towns, most of which have markets on various days of the week. Sarlat is probably the best known but Domme, La Roche Gageac, Les Eyzies and Beynac are worth seeking out. Some of the towns also have night-time markets where you can eat, drink and listen to music. You have two full days in this area to become acquainted with all manner of foodie things but also to experience the rich culture and history of the region, from the prehistoric cave paintings at Lascaux and Les Eyzies to the mediaeval fortresses that perch on rocky crags above the meandering valley of the Dordogne, to beautifully fashioned gardens, at Eyrignac and Marqueyssac for example.
Today, drive yourself back to Bordeaux for your flight back to London.
I enjoyed every minute of the tour. Cindy-Marie was simply fantastic and her knowledge, kindness and humour was all that I could have asked for. This was a first class experience. Thank you for making it all happen.Customer on Tuscan wine tour, June 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a double or twin room for 6 nights.
From about
£1,850
Holiday Code FHFE13
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Our prices include
● Flights with British Airways London to Bordeaux return
● 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Hotel de Sèze in a classic room
● 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Vieux Logis or the Chartreuse de Bignac in a classic room
● Hire of a Group B car for three days
● Concierge service and Expressions Holidays regional helpful hints
Call us on 01392 441245
I enjoyed every minute of the tour. Cindy-Marie was simply fantastic and her knowledge, kindness and humour was all that I could have asked for. This was a first class experience. Thank you for making it all happen.Customer on Tuscan wine tour, June 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a double or twin room for 6 nights.
From about
£1,850
Holiday Code FHFE13
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Our prices include
• Flights with British Airways London to Bordeaux return
• 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Hotel de Sèze in a classic room
• 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Vieux Logis or the Chartreuse de Bignac in a classic room
• Hire of a Group B car for three days
• Concierge service and Expressions Holidays regional helpful hints
The journey and how you get there There are several flights from London to Bordeaux every day. A hire-car is included for the last three nights of the holiday
Call us on 01392 441245
Bordeaux and Dordogne two-centre fly-drive holiday with 6 nights between city and country
Hotel de Sèze is a charming 4-star city centre hotel whose architecture is inspired by the 18th century.
Classic double
Le Vieux Logis is an exclusive 4-star hotel with outstanding charm and character in a glorious countryside location. Michelin-starred gastronomy and superb manicured grounds afford guests a truly tranquil and indulgent retreat.
Classic double
La Chartreuse de Bignac is a boutique 4-star hotel with 12 rooms situated an historic country house with views of vineyards all around
Classic double
I enjoyed every minute of the tour. Cindy-Marie was simply fantastic and her knowledge, kindness and humour was all that I could have asked for. This was a first class experience. Thank you for making it all happen.Customer on Tuscan wine tour, June 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a double or twin room for 6 nights.
From about
£1,850
Holiday Code FHFE13
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Our prices include
• Flights with British Airways London to Bordeaux return
• 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Hotel de Sèze in a classic room
• 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Vieux Logis or the Chartreuse de Bignac in a classic room
• Hire of a Group B car for three days
• Concierge service and Expressions Holidays regional helpful hints
The journey and how you get there There are several flights from London to Bordeaux every day. A hire-car is included for the last three nights of the holiday
Call us on 01392 441245
Bordeaux and Dordogne two-centre fly-drive holiday with 6 nights between city and country
About Bordeaux Region
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to Bordeaux is a chance to explore a region renowned the world over for its wines and its awe-inspiring chateaux, whilst Cognac is less explored yet holds a countless store of treasures waiting to be appreciated. The Bordeaux region is ideal for short breaks and touring holidays with a range of sights to discover. Cognac country is a perfect destination for the discerning traveller as it is still relatively unknown yet is within very easy reach of more popular areas such as the coastal resorts between La Rochelle and Royan about 30 minutes` drive to the west, the Medoc and Saint Emilion vineyards about 45 minutes` drive to the south and the intriguing Marais Poitevin about an hour`s drive to the north. Moreover, the cuisine has a character of its own, utilising cognac, pineau and Marennes oysters. A holiday to the Bordeaux and Cognac regions is highly recommended. A fantastic way to discover the region is to incorporate it into a self-drive touring holiday, flying to Bordeaux and then exploring this area as well as the Basque Country and Carcassonne by hire-car. It is also accessible by train, such as in our suggested rail holiday travelling to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux which also allows you to explore by hire-car.
Highlights of Bordeaux
Visit vineyards and chateaux, for tasting and buying. Visit the oyster beds. Experience the Cognac distilleries, and the Romanesque architecture. Bordeaux is the historical centre for wine however you may also visit the villages of the wine region such as St Emilion.
Climate in the Bordeaux Region
Average air temperatures in Centigrade: Jan: 10.0, Feb: 9.4, Mar: 12.2, Apr: 19.5, May: 18.0, Jun: 23.7, Jul: 27.2, Aug: 25.7, Sep: 24.2, Oct: 19.7, Nov: 15.4, Dec: 11.0. Source: Direction de la Meteorologique de France
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Bordeaux and Dordogne two-centre fly-drive holiday with 6 nights between city and country
About Dordogne
The Dordogne region at the heart of Perigord abounds in clear, flowing rivers, craggy hillsides of golden rock, hill top villages and castles built of the local stone, and attractive houses with grey slate roofs and mini turrets, with vines trained along their walls. A holiday in the Dordogne is ideal for those seeking a combination of activity, sightseeing and relaxation. There are pre-historic grottoes to explore, market towns of mediaeval houses and cobbled streets such as Sarlat, numerous sporting activities such as riding and cycling and castles to visit. Plus, the gastronomy of the Dordogne is renowned for its truffles, foie gras, `magret de canard` and walnuts. The Dordogne region possesses much of the essential delights for a visitor to France. A self-drive touring holiday is an excellent way to travel to the Dordogne, perhaps discovering the chateaux and manor houses of northern France along the way. A quicker alternative is to travel to the region by train, collecting a hire-car on arrival which allows you to explore at your own pace.
Highlights of Dordogne
Cultural highlights include ceramics, wine festivals, foie gras and truffles, wild mushrooms, castles, valleys, water-sports, and local walks.
Climate of Dordogne
Average air temperatures in Centigrade: Jan: 10.0, Feb: 9.4, Mar: 12.2, Apr: 19.5, May: 18.0, Jun: 23.7, Jul: 27.2, Aug: 25.7, Sep: 24.2, Oct: 19.7, Nov: 15.4, Dec: 11.0. Source: Direction de la Meteorologique de France.
