Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France

Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux

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58/100

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Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux is a 4-hour experience in Bordeaux, France, from $40 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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58 / 100
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Duration
4 hours
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$40 per person

Drive the Médoc yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region. Pick your date and starting point, Bordeaux, Margaux or Pauillac, choose the châteaux you want from the eighteen mapped along the D2, and the app builds your personal route with turn-by-turn narration. The stories cover why this ground grows Cabernet: the gravel the Pyrenees sent down two rivers, the estuary that holds off the frost, the Dutch engineers who drained the marsh from 1599, the brokers who ranked the châteaux in 1855 without tasting a glass, and Vauban's fort guarding the water. No group, no schedule, no guide; stop for a tasting, take the Lamarque ferry across to Blaye, eat on the quay at Pauillac, replay anything. Everything downloads offline, so it keeps working out on the peninsula. You'll need a car and a designated driver; tastings are paid at each château and most require a booking. Also works with Apple Carplay and Android Auto!

What you get

    About this experience

    Drive the Médoc yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region. Pick your date and starting point, Bordeaux, Margaux or Pauillac, choose the châteaux you want from the eighteen mapped along the D2, and the app builds your personal route with turn-by-turn narration. The stories cover why this ground grows Cabernet: the gravel the Pyrenees sent down two rivers, the estuary that holds off the frost, the Dutch engineers who drained the marsh from 1599, the brokers who ranked the châteaux in 1855 without tasting a glass, and Vauban's fort guarding the water. No group, no schedule, no guide; stop for a tasting, take the Lamarque ferry across to Blaye, eat on the quay at Pauillac, replay anything. Everything downloads offline, so it keeps working out on the peninsula. You'll need a car and a designated driver; tastings are paid at each château and most require a booking. Also works with Apple Carplay and Android Auto!

    What's included

    Included

    • Email and in-app chat support
    • Trip planner to build, reorder and save your own route
    • Buy once, no expiry: use it on this trip and every future trip
    • Complete offline download: audio, maps and route stored on your phone
    • In-app map with navigation between stops
    • 18 mapped chateaux that welcome visitors, from Ludon-Medoc up to Saint-Yzans
    • Narrated stories on the 1855 classification, the gravel croupes, the Dutch who drained the marsh, the Chartrons merchants and Vauban’s Fort Medoc
    • GPS-triggered audio driving tour of the Medoc: stories play automatically at each location
    • Free content and audio updates for life
    • One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle

    Not included

    • Tastings and chateau visit fees (paid directly at each estate)
    • Tasting appointments, which most Medoc chateaux require
    • Food, meals and snacks
    • Transport: rental car, fuel, parking or driver
    • Mobile data used to download the tour (download over wifi and it is free)
    • Fort Medoc entry and the Lamarque-Blaye ferry fare

    What you'll see and do

    1. Chateau D'Agassac

      The oldest chateau in the Medoc, a moated medieval fortress turned Cru Bourgeois on the southern edge of the peninsula, twenty minutes from central Bordeaux.

      30 minutes here

    2. Chateau Paloumey

      A Haut-Medoc estate replanted from scratch in 1990 after decades of abandonment, now one of the most welcoming small cellar doors on the road north.

      30 minutes here

    3. Chateau Dauzac

      Fifth Growth of 1855 in Margaux, and the estate where Bordeaux mixture, the copper spray that saved Europe's vineyards from mildew, was first used in the 1880s.

      30 minutes here

    4. Chateau Siran

      A Margaux estate held by the same family since 1859, with a cellar built to survive flood and a collection of Sevres porcelain under the tasting room.

      30 minutes here

    5. Chateau Cantenac Brown

      A Third Growth in Tudor red brick, built by the Scottish painter John Lewis Brown, and one of the few Margaux classified growths with a full visitor programme.

      30 minutes here

    6. Chateau Haut Breton Larigaudiere

      A family estate on the Margaux plateau known for its table as much as its wine, where lunch in the chateau is part of the tasting.

      30 minutes here

    7. Chateau Citran

      A Cru Bourgeois in the quiet Haut-Medoc back country, on land held by the Donnissan family from the thirteenth century and rebuilt by Japanese owners in the 1990s.

      30 minutes here

    8. Chateau Malescasse

      A nineteenth-century Haut-Medoc estate on the gravel between Margaux and Saint-Julien, restored since 2012 and open for tastings on the terrace.

      30 minutes here

    9. Fort Medoc

      Vauban's earth-walled square fort of 1689, one third of the Verrou de l'estuaire that locked the Gironde against the English fleet, with the Blaye citadelle opposite.

      30 minutes here

    10. Chateau Lanessan

      Two hundred and fifty years in one family, with a Victorian stable block and carriage museum that survived because the estate refused to modernise.

      30 minutes here

    11. Chateau Teynac

      A small Saint-Julien property replanted in the 1990s, surrounded by classified growths and one of the few places in the commune that takes walk-in visitors.

      30 minutes here

    12. Chateau Hourtin-Ducasse

      Fifth generation on the same Haut-Medoc gravel behind Pauillac, farming without herbicides and selling most of the wine straight from the cellar door.

      30 minutes here

    13. Chateau Fontesteau Organic Vineyard

      A certified organic estate around a genuine thirteenth-century keep, with a lake, woodland and rooms in the chateau itself.

      30 minutes here

    14. Pauillac

      The capital of the Medoc: three First Growths inside one commune, and thirteen hundred metres of quay along the Gironde, the longest river frontage in the department.

      30 minutes here

    15. Chateau Grand-puy Ducasse

      A Fifth Growth whose chateau sits on the Pauillac waterfront rather than out among the vines, with a modern visitor cellar on the quay.

      30 minutes here

    16. Chateau Loudenne

      The pink chartreuse on the estuary bank, bought by the Gilbey brothers in 1875 and shipped straight to London from its own river quay.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Bordeaux

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Meeting point

    Bordeaux

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Meeting point

    Bordeaux

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Meeting point

    Bordeaux

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Ends at

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Ends at

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Ends at

    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    cmn, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Wine Trails

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Wine Trails, who run 9 experiences we rank across 9 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.

    See everything Wine Trails runs

    Why this scores 58

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bordeaux.

    How much does Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux cost?

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    Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bordeaux usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bordeaux is not rushed.

    Is Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bordeaux, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bordeaux can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bordeaux and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bordeaux within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Bordeaux?

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    On Outty we rank every Bordeaux experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch, Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif, Graves & Saint-Emilion Wine Tour | 3 Châteaux & Gourmet Picnic. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Bordeaux?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Bordeaux?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux?

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    Included: Email and in-app chat support; Trip planner to build, reorder and save your own route; Buy once, no expiry: use it on this trip and every future trip; Complete offline download: audio, maps and route stored on your phone; and In-app map with navigation between stops. Not included: Tastings and chateau visit fees (paid directly at each estate); Tasting appointments, which most Medoc chateaux require; Food, meals and snacks; and Transport: rental car, fuel, parking or driver. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux?

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    This is a self-guided tour and it begins automatically from the traveler's current location. These are just recommended starting points Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux offered in?

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    It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Medoc Wine Tour Self Guided GPS Audio Guide from Bordeaux if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bordeaux. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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