private tours
BORDEAUX









Our private and tailor-made tours offer far more freedom and flexibility to each traveller.
Private Walking Tour


Private Food and Wine Tasting Tour
This tour is similar to that of our Private Walking Tour in that you will get a great understanding of the rich history that Bordeaux has to offer. However this tour will also include tasting some of the famous local treats and ends in one of the most fabulous wine bars of Bordeaux for a private wine tasting. Come along as we wander through Bordeaux’s gorgeous cobbled streets whilst we stop off at places you can’t leave Bordeaux without trying.
The visit will include:
- Patisseries
- Chocolate
- Cheese
- Wine tasting
EXCELLENT Based on 60 reviews Jon Newton25 September 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. For anyone arriving in Bordeaux for the first time then Sophia's tour of this beautiful city is a must. Sophia provided a thorough timeline of the city's evolution but also detailed the major landmarks and sites to make your trip to Bordeaux a success. Cannot recommend more highly - 3 hours go past quickly! candy stockton19 September 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic tour with Sophia. She had such extensive knowledge from historical events right through to current day life in Bordeaux. I would thoroughly recommend this tour. Chris βSpeedy CLβ23 June 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We enjoyed your tour very much! Learn some history, overview on Bordeaux of the old and new, todayβs local culture and you introduced James to his favour dessert in France (Dunes Blanches) π. We will be back visiting soon and recommend you to all our friends. A++ Reid Bailey21 May 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great walking tour with Sophia. It was our first trip to Bordeaux so we wanted to have a solid introduction to the city and its history. Sophia catered the tour to what we wanted to see and learn about. She also showed us where to get the "real" best dessert treat in Bordeaux. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes because she leads you all around the city. Trish Healy27 October 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A group of us recently did a walking tour of Bordeaux with Sophia. Really interesting tour, Sophia had great knowledge. It was fun, & lively . We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent in Sophia's company. Also a lovely way to enjoy the city of Bordeaux. Would highly recommend you do a walking tour with Sophia. Elaine8 October 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WOW this was one of the best tours we've ever had! Me and my husband travel a lot and love doing walking / food tours to learn the history, eat local treats and see the architecture. Sophia was SO friendly, with a bubbly personality and super sweet! She was extremely knowledgeable about Bordeaux and even took us to great stops to eat some delicious local sweets :) We learned so much about Bordeaux thanks to Sophia. She also gave us GREAT restaurant recommendations (thanks to her brochure - highly recommend getting it)! All in all, don't hesitate and book this tour!! Chip Grimes24 August 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Wife and I were recommend Sophia by a friend that had taken a tour early in the year. Sophia was amazing. Growing up in England and moving to Bordeaux many years ago had a great opportunity to learn what is like living in the city and all she knew about the people, history and lifestyle. Sophia has great energy and attitude. We had an perfect time and would recommend Sophia 100%!! Thank You Sophia!! Scott Smerud16 July 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sophia was so friendly and kind--it felt more like a member of the family giving us an insider's tour! My daughter especially connected with Sophia. She customized our visit to add in her favorite food stops that we otherwise would have missed. Sophia was also very generous before the tour, helping us understand public transportation and learn of great restaurants. When our train was cancelled, Sophia was able to adjust our schedule. I can't say enough great things about Sophia. Our trip to Bordeaux was much more fun enriching because of Sophia! Sumeet Vohra27 June 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bordeaux is a beautiful city with much to offer. Sophia's bespoke tour was a perfect welcome to the city. Excellent communications prior to the tour, and a surprising amount of flexibility to accommodate our changing schedule. Sophia was personable, charming and engaging. She imparted to us her knowledge and local insights with enthusiasm and in an accessible manner. Our tour had the feeling of a meeting with a friend, rather than a commercial exercise. My family and I thought that Sophia was fabulous, and we would love to come back to Bordeaux and have another lovely experience. Eoin Hanlon27 June 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sophia gave us a brilliant private tour and made it feel like it was a friend showing us around Bordeaux! Would recommend Sophia to any friends and family heading to Bordeaux. We got some great food and drink recommendations throughout the tour we tried out after also - 5 stars!
EXCELLENTBased on 94 reviews Javone18 November 2024First Time in Bordeaux Sophia was a great tour guide. The walking tour around the city was very informative and interactive. We did 2 walking tours during the week we were there and Sophia's was great because it was a private tour so we were able to dictate a bit more what we wanted to do depending on our specific interests. For example I am a commonwealth lawyer and Sophia took us to the Commercial Courts in Bordeaux which have a very unique design which was very interesting for me personally. Clare Y21 October 2024Enjoy our walking tour with Sophia In my planning to visit Bordeaux, I, my wife as well, have decided to get into a more precise way to come and discover Bordeaux, one beautiful city in France, famous for its wine, its architecture, its cultures and its special local gastronomy. On this tour, we also desire to explore the most important monuments, such as the Opera, the Cathedrale Saint Andre and special Places like Place de la Bourse, thereby to understand the past and present today of Bordeaux. We really enjoyed our walking tour with Sophia. Sophia has fulfilled all the expectations above mentioned. She is a warm and pleasant lady with a smiling face. She showed her talent to communicate and clearly loves Bordeaux. Her enthusiasm is infectious. She shared many her living experiences, information and interesting stories about Bordeaux to us. Besides, Sophia herself is very studious and ambitious β she is learning Mandarin! It was a real pleasure to walk around Bordeaux with Sophia and we are happy to recommend her tour without any hesitation. Mark R2 September 2024Best start to our visit to Bordeaux. It was a very private tour- Just my wife and me. Sophia customized based on us. She even timed the path such that we were at the bell tower at the time it rang which happens only once a month. Rock the Casbah12 August 2024An Authentic Bordeaux Experience Sophia's private tour of Bordeaux in mid-July was an absolute highlight of our 3-Day visit aboard Crystal Cruise lines to Bordeaux. Sophia reached out before our tour date and inquired about what we were interested in seeing. This led to a beautifully personalized and engaging experience while tasting delicious local treats along the way! Her deep dive into Bordeaux's history, combined with her passion for the city's contemporary culture created a truly unforgettable afternoon. Her ability to connect historical events with the city's present-day life was fascinating. Sophia's enthusiasm was infectious, making the tour feel like spending an afternoon with a knowledgeable friend! We would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Bordeaux. Thank you, Sophia! jojo10 August 2024Good job Soohia 4.9. Out of 5 Sophia did an excellent job! Personable and knowledgeable. Really enjoyed the personal touches. She also let us try some foods and explore Andrewf584 July 2024Great introduction to Bordeaux Sophia was a real find, knows Bordeaux like the back of her hand.The 3 hours flew by, we could have spent all day with her. Thanks again Sophia DocRunner15 June 2024Brilliant way to see and understand more about Bordeaux and French culture Would highly recommend this 3 hour tour with the lovely Sophia, a lass from Burnley whoβs made her home in Bordeaux. She is engaging, bubbly and full of insights into Bordeaux and all things french. It felt less like a talk where you were told stuff and much like a 3 hour chat with a good friend who knew more than you did. Andrew T12 June 2024Infectious enthusiasm for and the inner story of Bordeaux We highly recommend this tour completed last week. Sophia brings and infectious enthusiasm that makes all the difference. We were a group of older travellers (60 plus) on a cruise ship in the nearby port and were looking for something local and immersive. She had an absolute wealth of inside knowledge and a real appreciation for the history and culture of Bordeaux. She is also amazing at tailoring the tour to the interests and ability of the participants. We had several resting points, a great coffee stop and visits to the toilet in keeping with our demographic. But she would have no difficulty in tailoring a high speed and energetic trip for 20-somethings (likely her own age). cuturevulture81 June 2024Unforgettable tour of Bordeaux Sophia gave us an unforgettable tour of Bordeaux. She not only has a superb grasp of the history- giving us a detailed and fascinating account of Eleanor of Aquitaine- but she is able to switch seamlessly to insights into contemporary Bordeaux culture which were always fascinating. She has a warm and engaging personality too .Highly recommended!
Tour Guide
I cannot wait to take you around Bordeaux. This fabulous city is like a less frequented, mini Paris. If you’re a foodie then we will get on well – I know where to find the most delicious French pΓ’tisseries, the freshest seafood and the venues only locals know about.
Each tour will include the history of Bordeaux but I’ll tell it in a way so that even my 14 year old self would have been interested.
Bordeaux has been my adopted home since 2017. I can’t wait to welcome you here and show you this extraordinary city through my eyes.
If so, feel free to ask any questions you may have on my Facebook group – Bordeaux City & Region – Travel Advice By a Local. Here I will give you my local tips and advice on anything you may need during your time in the region.

