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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

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

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Address
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  • Address: Ophorus Day Trips & Wine Tours in France, Boulevard Pierre 1er, Bordeaux, France,

Version 24 – April 05, 2023 13:37

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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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Know Before You Go
  • currency is in euros, minimum drinking age 18 years old. , please be ready 10 minutes before departure time
  • 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. we will confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order., tour is operated in english, other languages on request., tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.
  • currency is in euro., minimum drinking age 18 years old. , 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.

Address
  • Address:


  • Address:
  • Address: Ophorus Bordeaux Wine Tours pick up point, Cours du 30 Juillet, Bordeaux, France,


  • Address: Bordeaux, France,

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Highlights
  • taste fabulous medoc red wines., discover 2 carefully selected classified growth châteaux, pre-booked visits to our selection of wineries., tour can be customized to suit your interests.
  • taste fabulous medoc red wines, guided by a knowledgeable hand, discover 2 carefully selected classified growth châteaux, pre-booked visits to our selection of wineries., tour can be customized to suit your interests.

Included
  • enjoy live commentaries from your wine expert guide. , free wifi access on board., hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., reservations for 2 selected wineries of the medoc., travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
  • bottled water in the vehicle., enjoy live commentaries from your wine expert guide. , free wifi access on board., hotel pick up from bordeaux or surrounding area., reservations for 2 selected wineries of the medoc., travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.

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Description Summary
  • A perfect private half day Médoc Wine Tour from Bordeaux. Visit top Chateau Wineries and Taste fabulous Medoc red wines, guided by a knowledgeable hand. Discover the Margaux vineyards, Grands Crus Chateaux on this Medoc wine tasting tour.
  • On this small group half day private wine tour from Bordeaux, you’ll enjoy scenic drives through the Médoc wine region and taste some delicious French wines! During this half-day tour, visit two famous wineries with a wine guide, and enjoy wine tastings at both. This half day wine tour from Bordeaux will remain in the Margaux or Haut Medoc wine regions.

Description
  • On this small group half day private wine tour from Bordeaux, you’ll enjoy scenic drives through the Médoc wine region and taste some delicious French wines! During this half-day tour, visit two famous wineries with a wine guide, and enjoy wine tastings at both. This half day wine tour from Bordeaux will remain in the Margaux or Haut Medoc wine regions.
  • 8.50am or 1.50pm - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am or 2.00pm am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.00am or 3.00pm Visit & Wine tasting 1st Winery
  • 11.00am or 4.00pm Visit & Wine tasting 2nd Winery
  • 1.00pm or 6.00pm return to Bordeaux
  • 8.50am or 1.50pm - Pick up by your driver / guide at your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux or surrounding.
  • 9.00am or 2.00pm am Depart from Bordeaux
  • 10.00am or 3.00pm Visit & Wine tasting 1st Winery
  • 11.00am or 4.00pm Visit & Wine tasting 2nd Winery
  • 1.00pm or 6.00pm return to Bordeaux

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Version 15 – December 08, 2021 07:57

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Booking cutoff
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Version 14 – December 08, 2021 07:52

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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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Version 11 – July 01, 2020 10:01

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Product Name
  • Medoc Wine Tour Half Day Trip From Bordeaux (private)
  • Medoc Wine Tour Private Half Day Trip From Bordeaux

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Group info
  • We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
  • Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: [email protected] (groups from 8 people)
  • For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
  • Ophorus is the new standard of quality when it comes to group tours in France.
  • You have decided to travel to France in a group of over 8 persons then this section is for you. As a licensed Tour Operator member of Atout France and registered ETOA (European Tourism Association) member, you are in good hands for any france travel.
  • From the time of your request to the moment you fly or drive back home, we will be there to make certain that everything runs smoothly during your stay. For both small group tours or larger ones, we offer all the services that you will need to make your france tour the most enjoyable experience.
  • Our services can begin by creating a personalized itinerary for you and your party. If you already have a program then let us handle all the services that you require during your european vacation. Upon arrival from London to Paris or from further away, we can take care of your transfers as well as book your accommodation in any area of the country from Boutique Hotels to Chain Hotels.
  • Then, let us take care of your days as we find the most expert guides that will be with you in Paris or in the regions of France. Full days of touring mean a number of activities. We can provide walking guided tours in all the major french cities, culinary tours, wine tours, historical and cultural tours, or tours including the most emblematic landmarks or the best restaurants in town. We have a large selection of great activities that can be offered in both Paris and the regions.
  • Need some insight while in France on your europe vacation? Let us take you to the most beautiful regions of France including the French Riviera, the Loire Valley, Provence or Alsace & Burgundy. Let us nor forget some of the bucket list monuments of France such as the Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint Michel and so many more.
  • We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
  • Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: [email protected] (groups from 8 people)
  • For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/

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Terms and conditions
  • Please contact us for all our terms & conditions
  • WINE TOURS
  • Ophorus reserves the right (and delegates to its drivers the right) to refuse to carry any person who is thought to be under the influence
  • of alcohol or drugs and/or whose behavior is considered to pose a threat to the chauffeur, the vehicle or the other passenger(s). Customers who soil the interior of a van are liable to an on the spot fine of 50 €. This fine is payable immediately to Ophorus driver. If the customer refuses to pay, or has no money with which to pay, then a 50.00 € valet cleaning fee will be taken on their credit card. Parents, or minders (or friends over 18 years old) of children and adolescents under the age of 18 years old, are responsible for the conduct of these minors while in the vehicles, and will be held responsible for any damage caused by the aforementioned minors.
  • Legal drinking age in France is 18 years old and therefore parents or minders will be responsible for minors during the wine tours as to alcohol consumption. Any damage caused to an Ophorus vehicle by a customer must be paid for immediately. If payment cannot, or will not be made then Ophorus will be forced to take legal action against the customer(s) in question. Passengers are not allowed to take onto our vehicles any alcoholic drinks for the purpose of consuming them, or to drink such drinks on our vehicles. Smoking is not permitted in Ophorus vehicles.
  • OPERATOR CANCELLATION OR SUBSTITUTION
  • Ophorus may cancel any Tour at any time before departure for any reason, including without limitation, if Operator deems the number of Guests signed up for a given Tour to be insufficient to operate such Tour. Operator may in its’ sole discretion substitute a service or good of similar quality for any service or good stated in a Tour itinerary without notice. Operator shall attempt to notify Guest of the cancellation of a Tour for which Guest has paid a deposit or Tour Fee as soon as possible after Operator’s final decision to cancel such Tour. If a Tour is cancelled, Operator’s liability is limited to a full refund of affected Guest’s Tour deposits and Tour Fees, and Operator will not be liable for any other costs, damages, or refunds of any kind for any loss, delay, inconvenience, disappointment, or expense whatsoever in such circumstances. Operator is not responsible for any loss incurred on account of non-refundable or non-transferable air, train or any other transport tickets. Operator Itineraries are subject to change. Due to circumstances beyond its control, Operator may make partial changes to the stated itinerary. Every effort is made to keep changes to a minimum, and its high quality is always maintained. If Guest encounters any problem during the delivery of a Tour, Guest is requested and responsible to bring the problem to the lead guide’s attention immediately in order to give the guide and Tour team the chance to correct the problem. Uncompleted or unused portions of any tour itinerary are not cause for complaint or refund. If for reasons beyond Operator’s control, a Tour in progress must be interrupted or cancelled, Operator will in good faith refund a portion of the Tour Fees depending on Operator’s actual costs incurred compared to the Tour as originally contemplated.
  • PRICES/FEES
  • Prices are subject to change without notice. Once Operator receives Guest’s completed Credit Card booking form and Tour deposit payment, Guest’s Tour price is guaranteed and the Tour price will NOT increase. Operator reserves the right to charge an administrative fee to process Tour balance payments made by credit card or wire transfer. Operator promotions are valid per person or per minivan only during the stated promotional dates, are applicable towards one Tour, and are subject to change without notice.
  • RESPONSIBILITY
  • Operator expressly limits its’ performance to the delivery of a Tour with accompanying food (when applicable), lodging and ground transportation from site to site. Operator and its’ agents expressly exclude all other guarantees and warranties including but not limited to, the warranty of workmanlike performance of Operator and its’ agents. Furthermore, Operator and its’ agents will not be responsible for any direct or indirect consequential damages or injury that may result from a Tour. The Guest is completely responsible for all actions and agrees to hold harmless Operator and its’ agents for any accident, damages or injury. Operator and its’ agents are not responsible for Acts of God or acts of war/terrorism, and Guest agrees to hold Operator and its’ agents harmless for any incident or injury resulting from the same, or as a result of any force majeure. Only Operator may finalize an order or Tour booking and make it a binding contract to provide the services of Operator to Guest. Responsibilities of Guest include, but are not limited to the adherence of all local laws, respecting customs, culture, guides and local professionals, assessing abilities, respecting other Guests’ privacy and following the suggestions and advice of the Operator and Tour guide during a Tour. Operator reserves the right to decline, accept or retain at any time, any Guest, as a participant of a Tour, if Operator deems that Guest behavior is disruptive to the group or Tour, is inappropriate and offensive to the Group or interferes with the delivery of services of the Tour. Operator reserves the right to remove any Guest from a Tour should Operator determine that the Guest cannot meet the physical requirements of the Tour, as stated in the Tour itinerary, or is disruptive to the Tour time schedule, or is adversely affecting the overall group dynamics. In the event that a Guest is removed from a Tour, Operator will not refund any monies to the Guest. Transportation costs to return home, airline penalties and any other expenses will be the responsibility of the Guest. In the event that a Guest voluntarily chooses to leave a Tour, Operator will require a written signed statement of the Guest’s intent to depart from the Tour. In the event that a Guest voluntarily departs from a Tour, Operator will not refund any monies to the Guest. Transportation costs to return home, airline penalties and any other expenses will be the responsibility of the Guest. During a Tour, Guest participates in as many or as few activities of interest to Guest and at Guest’s discretion. No refunds for unused services, activities, tastings, excursions, workshops or portions of a Tour for any reason will be made to Guest.
  • CHILD POLICY
  • Infants aged 0 to 4 years old are not accepted on any of our shared semi-private tours. Our private tours can be adapted to all families with infant friendly activities on request. Adultes travelling with children over 4 years old have the obligation to inform operator of age and weight of child so that we may provide the adequate child or booster seat. Without this information, operator will not accept the child on the tour and no refund will be possible for child and accompanying adult(s). Children aged from 4 to 12 years old will benefit of a 50% reduction on adult price.
  • HEALTH
  • By completing either an online booking form or a print/fax booking form and by sending a deposit toward your trip purchase, Guest certifies that he/she does not have any physical condition or disability that would create a hazard for him/her or other travelers, certifies that he/she is physically able to participate in the Tour and certifies that he/she is aware of all Tour walking and standing disclosures and requirements of the Tour.
  • INSURANCE
  • Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is highly recommended, but not required to participate in a Tour. Trip cancellation/interruption
  • insurance will protect Guest should he or she need to cancel for certain necessary reasons such as illness, unemployment, death, and provides Guest refunds for air and Tour. Additional insurance for baggage, health/accident is also strongly recommended and available through most major travel insurance providers. Operator is not responsible for additional expenses that may occur, as a result of Guest not purchasing travel insurance.
  • USE OF GUEST IMAGES/FEEDBACK
  • In Operator’s Promotional Materials: Photographs and video taken by Operator’s Tour leaders and other Operator representatives during a Tour are the property of Operator, and may be used in promotional materials. Feedback, both verbal and/or written, provided by Guest to Operator about a Tour is also the property of Operator, and may be used in promotional materials, including Operator’s website and social medias.
  • ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Acceptance of the initial services to be provided on the Tour shall constitute an acceptance by the Guest of these Terms and Conditions recited above. Guest understands that this is a legally binding and enforceable contract. By paying the deposit to Operator, the depositor, also known and referred to herein as Guest, therefore agrees to be bound by the above-recited Operator Terms and Conditions.

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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '99'
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  • adult:
  • from: '0'
  • to: '99'

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Trip difficulty
  • Moderate

Duration unit
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Pickup
  • strict
  • none

Location
  • Name: Bordeaux
  • Search name: Bordeaux, France

Starts notes
  • Pick up at hotel in Bordeaux or surrounding area.
  • In front of the Bordeaux tourism office
  • Hotel pick-up is not available

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Booking cutoff
  • 72

Group info
  • Ophorus is the new standard of quality when it comes to group tours in France.
  • You have decided to travel to France in a group of over 8 persons then this section is for you. As a licensed Tour Operator member of Atout France and registered ETOA (European Tourism Association) member, you are in good hands for any france travel.
  • From the time of your request to the moment you fly or drive back home, we will be there to make certain that everything runs smoothly during your stay. For both small group tours or larger ones, we offer all the services that you will need to make your france tour the most enjoyable experience.
  • Our services can begin by creating a personalized itinerary for you and your party. If you already have a program then let us handle all the services that you require during your european vacation. Upon arrival from London to Paris or from further away, we can take care of your transfers as well as book your accommodation in any area of the country from Boutique Hotels to Chain Hotels.
  • Then, let us take care of your days as we find the most expert guides that will be with you in Paris or in the regions of France. Full days of touring mean a number of activities. We can provide walking guided tours in all the major french cities, culinary tours, wine tours, historical and cultural tours, or tours including the most emblematic landmarks or the best restaurants in town. We have a large selection of great activities that can be offered in both Paris and the regions.
  • Need some insight while in France on your europe vacation? Let us take you to the most beautiful regions of France including the French Riviera, the Loire Valley, Provence or Alsace & Burgundy. Let us nor forget some of the bucket list monuments of France such as the Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint Michel and so many more.
  • We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
  • Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: [email protected] (groups from 8 people)
  • For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
  • If your group is larger than 8, please get in touch with us.
  • A great majority of the tours take place in 8 seater Mercedes minivans. On dates with high demand, tour will be conducted in VIP Mercedes 19 seater minibus.

Know Before You Go
  • please be ready 10 minutes before departure time
  • at least 2 people are required for this activity to take place, not wheelchair accessible, on high frequency dates minivan can be replaced by 19 seat minibus

Know Before You Book
  • currency is in euro., minimum drinking age 18 years old. , 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.
  • confirmation will be received at time of booking, minimum age is 18 years, note: adult only tour, not suitable for children under 18 years of age, prices are per person

Cancellation notes
  • Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule:
  • Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%.
  • For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund:
  • Up to 48 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees.
  • 48 hours prior to departure and less > no refund.
  • No show - no refund.
  • Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule:
  • Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund:
  • Up to 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees.
  • 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund
  • All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.

Cancellation cutoff
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  • 24

Voucher info
  • If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Orphorus immediately.  Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.