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Version 57 – January 24, 2025 12:13

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  •  In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
  • Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand. 
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
  • Offered all year round on request. 
  • Tour does not run on January 1st, May 1st and December 25th.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
  • Infant seats available.

Version 34 – October 11, 2024 08:43

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Version 33 – October 11, 2024 08:42

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  • 2024-01-01, 2024-05-01, 2024-12-25, 2025-01-01, 2025-05-01, 2025-12-25
  • 2024-01-01, 2024-05-01, 2024-12-25
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Version 32 – June 10, 2024 14:18

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Included
  • enjoy live commentaries from your expert guide. , hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., pre-booked visits to 2 cognac houses., tasting fees at the cognac houses, travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
  • enjoy live commentaries from your expert guide. , free wifi access on board., hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., pre-booked visits to 2 cognac houses., travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
Excluded
  • gratuities for the guide., meals and drinks., personal insurance, expenses.
  • gratuities for the guide., meals and drinks., personal insurance, expenses., tasting fees at the cognac houses.

Version 31 – May 29, 2024 11:37

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Short Description
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years.
  • This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • 8.20am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 8.30am Depart from Bordeaux
  • - Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • - Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • - Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • - Depart for Bordeaux
  • 4.30pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years.
  • This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux

Version 30 – September 13, 2023 09:59

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Terms and conditions
  • All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
  • Please contact us for all our terms & conditions

Version 29 – September 13, 2023 09:53

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Blocked dates
  • 2024-01-01, 2024-05-01, 2024-12-25
  • 2020-12-25, 2021-01-01, 2021-05-01

Version 26 – July 08, 2023 15:11

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Version 22 – April 03, 2023 07:13

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 21 – April 03, 2023 07:10

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Know Before You Go
  • currency is in euro., please be ready 10 minutes before departure time, tour is operated in english, other languages on request.
  • please be ready 10 minutes before departure time
Know Before You Book
  • not wheelchair accessible., price is per group, not per person., this product is on request., this tour is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility., tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.
  • currency is in euro., not wheelchair accessible., price is per group, not per person., this product is on request. we will confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order., this tour is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility., tour is operated in english, other languages on request., tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.

Version 20 – April 03, 2023 07:09

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Summary
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… 
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly

Version 19 – April 03, 2023 07:09

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Short Description
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years.
  • This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • Get a Taste of the History of Two Famous Houses of Cognac
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly. This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
Description
  • The Cognac Wine Region
  • The region authorized to produce cognac is divided into six zones, including five crus. The six zones are: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois and finally Bois Ordinaire. A blend of Grande and Petite Champagne Cognacs, with at least half coming from Grande Champagne, is known as Fine Champagne. 
  • The wine is very dry, acidic, and thin, “virtually undrinkable”, but excellent for distillation and aging. It may be made only from a strict list of grape varieties, if it is to carry the name of one of the crus then it must be at least 90% Ugni Blanc (known in Italy as Trebbiano), Folle Blanche and Colombard, although 10% of the grapes used can be Folignan, Jurançon blanc, Meslier St-François (also called Blanc Ramé), Sélect, Montils or Sémillon.
  • Your Cognac Wine Tour
  • Your excursion will include a visit and tasting at two different Cognac distilleries: one with a name that is known all over the world like Hennessy, Martell, or Camus, and one that is less known and is still family owned and operated. 
  • The two visits will allow you to compare the differences between large and small-scale productions of Cognac and will cover topics such as the grape varieties used, the fermentation and distillation methods, and the aging and blending process. After each visit, you will have the chance to taste several different kinds of brandy produced by the distillery. Between visits, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant where you will sample typical cuisine and wine from the region.
  • This private tour ensures you enjoy full attention from your guide.
Included
  • enjoy live commentaries from your expert guide. , free wifi access on board., hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., pre-booked visits to 2 cognac houses., travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
  • bottled water in the vehicle., enjoy live commentaries from your expert guide. , free wifi access on board., hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., pre-booked visits to 2 cognac houses., travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
Summary
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years.

Version 18 – April 03, 2023 07:07

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Short Description
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • Get a Taste of the History of Two Famous Houses of Cognac
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly. This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • Get a Taste of the History of Two Famous Houses of Cognac
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly. This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • The Cognac Wine Region
  • The region authorized to produce cognac is divided into six zones, including five crus. The six zones are: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois and finally Bois Ordinaire. A blend of Grande and Petite Champagne Cognacs, with at least half coming from Grande Champagne, is known as Fine Champagne. 
  • The wine is very dry, acidic, and thin, “virtually undrinkable”, but excellent for distillation and aging. It may be made only from a strict list of grape varieties, if it is to carry the name of one of the crus then it must be at least 90% Ugni Blanc (known in Italy as Trebbiano), Folle Blanche and Colombard, although 10% of the grapes used can be Folignan, Jurançon blanc, Meslier St-François (also called Blanc Ramé), Sélect, Montils or Sémillon.
  • Your Cognac Wine Tour
  • Your excursion will include a visit and tasting at two different Cognac distilleries: one with a name that is known all over the world like Hennessy, Martell, or Camus, and one that is less known and is still family owned and operated. 
  • The two visits will allow you to compare the differences between large and small-scale productions of Cognac and will cover topics such as the grape varieties used, the fermentation and distillation methods, and the aging and blending process. After each visit, you will have the chance to taste several different kinds of brandy produced by the distillery. Between visits, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant where you will sample typical cuisine and wine from the region.
  • This private tour ensures you enjoy full attention from your guide.
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Version 17 – April 03, 2023 07:05

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Short Description
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux
  • Get a Taste of the History of Two Famous Houses of Cognac
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly. This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • The Cognac Wine Region
  • The region authorized to produce cognac is divided into six zones, including five crus. The six zones are: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois and finally Bois Ordinaire. A blend of Grande and Petite Champagne Cognacs, with at least half coming from Grande Champagne, is known as Fine Champagne. 
  • The wine is very dry, acidic, and thin, “virtually undrinkable”, but excellent for distillation and aging. It may be made only from a strict list of grape varieties, if it is to carry the name of one of the crus then it must be at least 90% Ugni Blanc (known in Italy as Trebbiano), Folle Blanche and Colombard, although 10% of the grapes used can be Folignan, Jurançon blanc, Meslier St-François (also called Blanc Ramé), Sélect, Montils or Sémillon.
  • Your Cognac Wine Tour
  • Your excursion will include a visit and tasting at two different Cognac distilleries: one with a name that is known all over the world like Hennessy, Martell, or Camus, and one that is less known and is still family owned and operated. 
  • The two visits will allow you to compare the differences between large and small-scale productions of Cognac and will cover topics such as the grape varieties used, the fermentation and distillation methods, and the aging and blending process. After each visit, you will have the chance to taste several different kinds of brandy produced by the distillery. Between visits, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant where you will sample typical cuisine and wine from the region.
  • This private tour ensures you enjoy full attention from your guide.
  • Get a Taste of the History of Two Famous Houses of Cognac
  • Travel to Cognac to discover one of the world’s most famous Brandy. We will pre-book your visits & tastings in 2 famous distilleries such as Otard, Hennessy, Camus, Rémy Martin… Whether a novice or an expert, we will adapt the tour and tastings accordingly. This unique day is conducted by a professional wine guide that will be happy to explain all things Cognac from soils to aromas!
  • The Cognac Wine Region
  • The region authorized to produce cognac is divided into six zones, including five crus. The six zones are: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois and finally Bois Ordinaire. A blend of Grande and Petite Champagne Cognacs, with at least half coming from Grande Champagne, is known as Fine Champagne. 
  • The wine is very dry, acidic, and thin, “virtually undrinkable”, but excellent for distillation and aging. It may be made only from a strict list of grape varieties, if it is to carry the name of one of the crus then it must be at least 90% Ugni Blanc (known in Italy as Trebbiano), Folle Blanche and Colombard, although 10% of the grapes used can be Folignan, Jurançon blanc, Meslier St-François (also called Blanc Ramé), Sélect, Montils or Sémillon.
  • Your Cognac Wine Tour
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years. Your excursion will include a visit and tasting at two different Cognac distilleries: one with a name that is known all over the world like Hennessy, Martell, or Camus, and one that is less known and is still family owned and operated. 
  • The two visits will allow you to compare the differences between large and small-scale productions of Cognac and will cover topics such as the grape varieties used, the fermentation and distillation methods, and the aging and blending process. After each visit, you will have the chance to taste several different kinds of brandy produced by the distillery. Between visits, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant where you will sample typical cuisine and wine from the region.
  • This private tour ensures you enjoy full attention from your guide.
Summary
  • Today’s destination is the town of Cognac, which lies to the northeast of Bordeaux and lends its name to the famous brandy that has been produced in the surrounding wine region for the last 300 years.

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Summary
  • 8.50am - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.30am Visit & Cognac tasting in a 1st Cognac House
  • 12.00am Reach the town of Cognac. Free time for personal discovery and lunch in town.
  • 2.00pm Visit & Cognac Tasting in a 2nd Cognac House
  • 3.30pm Depart for Bordeaux
  • 5.00pm Arrive in Bordeaux

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  • flexible

Version 10 – December 08, 2021 08:18

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Know Before You Go
  • please be ready 10 minutes before departure time

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Booking cutoff
  • 48
  • 72

Version 8 – December 08, 2021 08:17

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

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Special service
  • VIP EXPERIENCE - we can organise a special VIP Cognac tasting in the most prestigious Cognac houses including a tasting of Louis XIII Cognac.
  • VIP EXPERIENCE - we can organise a special lunch during the boat ride including seafood, oysters and white wine.

Version 2 – July 01, 2020 14:09

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  • Private Tours
Currency
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