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Arcachon and Pilat Dune: Private Bordeaux Shore Trip

Bordeaux, Franceby Ophorus

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Escape Bordeaux on a private shore excursion to the beautiful seaside resort of Arcachon, located on the Atlantic coast. Enjoy pickup directly from your cruise ship and travel in comfort aboard a premium minivan with an English-speaking guide. Discover Arcachon Bay, famous for its oyster-farming traditions, sandy beaches, and mild climate. Visit local oyster huts and enjoy a tasting of fresh Arcachon oysters paired with white wine (alternatives available). Your guide will suggest a seaside restaurant for lunch, perfectly matched with Bordeaux wines. In the afternoon, choose how to personalize your experience: climb Europe’s largest sand dune, the Dune du Pilat, enjoy free time in Arcachon, or take a private boat ride on a traditional Pinasse to explore Bird Island and oyster farms. This flexible, small-group tour offers the perfect mix of nature, gastronomy, and coastal charm before returning to your cruise ship.

What's included

  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Travel in premium, spacious vehicles
  • Pick up and drop off at Cruise Ship in Bordeaux
  • Stroll through the seaside resort of Arcachon
  • Entrance fees to monuments or attractions
  • Pinasse Boat Rental
  • Meals & drinks (lunch)
  • Personal travel insurance & expenses
  • Gratuities for the guide
  • Oyster tasting

Itinerary

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    Arcachon

    8 hours

    Today leave the bustle of Bordeaux on this astonishing day tour and head towards this land locked sea known as “The Arcachon bay” where fresh oysters and the Dune of Pilat will be on your program. In the morning, we will come and pick you up directly at your Cruise ship in Bordeaux. Meet your English-speaking driver/ tour guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the day.

Meeting and pickup

We will come and pick you up at your cruise ship in Bordeaux.

End point

We will come and pick you up at your cruise ship in Bordeaux.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If you want to share your tour with others, you can put it on Cruise Critic. Most of the time this gives good results. You must do this yourself as we are not accepted on their site as a professional business. We accept split payment transactions by credit card.
  • Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

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

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