Arcachon Bay
5 hours with a private driver from Bordeaux Port
5 hours with a private driver from Bordeaux Port
OVERVIEW
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
INFO
TERMS & CONDITIONS
OVERVIEW
Travel southwest with your private driver to the white sands beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster-harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune, the highest sand dune in Europe, stroll the beach, get splendid ocean and forest views, and sample fresh oysters at a local oyster farm
Highlights
Duration
Departure/Return point
Highlights
- Marvel at panoramic views of Arcachon, the Atlantic Ocean and the Landes Forest
- Climb the Pyla Dune, the largest sand-dune in Europe
- Visit an oyster farm to learn more about traditional cultivation methods
Duration
- 5 hours (approx.)
Departure/Return point
- Your cruise dock (Port de la Lune)
DESCRIPTION
Itinerary
Meet with your private driver at the Bordeaux Port and begin the scenic drive to Arcachon Bay.
Arcachon Bay is a charming coastal town of Southern France, and it has been serving as the weekend retreat for the Bordelais for over one hundred years.
Upon arrival you will be impressed by the sight of the largest sand dune in Europe, Pyla Dune, which rises over 320 feet above sea level, and is 1.8 miles long.
Take this unique opportunity to climb to the top of the Pyla Dune for amazing views of Archachon, the Landes Forest, and the Atlantic Ocean.
The capital of oyster farming in the Bassin, Gujan-Mestras has seven picturesque ports and the port of Larros is home to the Maison de l’Huître oyster museum. This area is famous for its fresh and tasty seafood, and you can learn more about this aspect of local culture.
You can also visit one of the many local oyster farms, where you will get to know more about the traditional cultivation methods, and of course you will get to sample some of these delicacies, with a glass of wine.
Next, you will have some free time to relax on the beach, or stroll around the quaint fishing village of Arcachon.
At the close of the tour, your driver will escort you back to Bordeaux Port.
Meet with your private driver at the Bordeaux Port and begin the scenic drive to Arcachon Bay.
Arcachon Bay is a charming coastal town of Southern France, and it has been serving as the weekend retreat for the Bordelais for over one hundred years.
Upon arrival you will be impressed by the sight of the largest sand dune in Europe, Pyla Dune, which rises over 320 feet above sea level, and is 1.8 miles long.
Take this unique opportunity to climb to the top of the Pyla Dune for amazing views of Archachon, the Landes Forest, and the Atlantic Ocean.
The capital of oyster farming in the Bassin, Gujan-Mestras has seven picturesque ports and the port of Larros is home to the Maison de l’Huître oyster museum. This area is famous for its fresh and tasty seafood, and you can learn more about this aspect of local culture.
You can also visit one of the many local oyster farms, where you will get to know more about the traditional cultivation methods, and of course you will get to sample some of these delicacies, with a glass of wine.
Next, you will have some free time to relax on the beach, or stroll around the quaint fishing village of Arcachon.
At the close of the tour, your driver will escort you back to Bordeaux Port.
PRICE
PRICES PER PARTY
(not per person)
All prices are in Euro currency
(not per person)
All prices are in Euro currency
Party of 1-2 people : 440,00
Party of 3-4 people : 460,00
Party of 5-6 people : 480,00
Party of 7-8 people : 520,00
Party of > 8 people : Contact us
Party of 3-4 people : 460,00
Party of 5-6 people : 480,00
Party of 7-8 people : 520,00
Party of > 8 people : Contact us
Rates include
- Private English speaking driver with an air-conditioned car/minivan (6h)
- Admissions to monuments and tastings
INFO
No additional information on this item
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Booking
- A deposit of 25 % of the tour cost is required to secure your reservation. Balance is due 30 days before the tour start
- We accept payment by Visa and MasterCard. Amex cards (2,5 % fee)
- Tours are refundable up to 15 days before the scheduled departure
- No charge if your ship will not dock in port due to unforeseen circumstances (weather conditions, itinerary change, etc.)
This itinerary is operated exclusively for you and your party and can be customized as you wish.
Please contact us for details and for booking this tour
Please contact us for details and for booking this tour
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