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Excursion Bordeaux biking tour tour at Bordeaux

Cruise line: Silversea
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Explore the heart of Bordeaux City in an invigorating new way during this panoramic sightseeing excursion via bicycle.


Bordeaux City via Bicycle

After receiving your safety and riding instructions, depart the pier with your guide for a panoramic orientation tour through the heart of Bordeaux City, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, take in the exquisite beauty of Bordeaux's architectural heritage, which has developed harmoniously over the centuries and remains remarkably well-preserved to this day.


Rue Notre Dame, Public Gardens, Rue Colliseo, Grand Theatre, and Cours de l'Intendance

Your ride begins along the Rue Notre Dame, which is lined with antique shops, then passes the Church of Chartrons and old wine harbour where your ship is docked. After a stop at the Public Gardens, ride along Rue Colliseo, home of the Palais Gallien Roman Amphitheatre. A second stop is made in the area of the Grand Theatre, Grand Hotel, Ste. Catherine Shopping Street, and Cours de l'Intendance.


St. Andre Cathedral, Town Hall, Royal Gate, Place du Parliament, and Place de la Bourse

Continue past the Place Puy Paulin and Rue Castillon en route to a stop to admire the St. Andre Cathedral, Town Hall and Tribunal. After resuming your ride, pass by Rue des Ayres and Grosse Cloche en route to a comfort and refreshment stop at the Utopia restaurant. Next, ride to the Porte Cailhau (Royal Gate). After a photo stop here, proceed to the Church of St. Pierre and Place du Parliament. A final photo stop is made at the Place de la Bourse before continuing along the Garonne River en route to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Bordeaux, Rue Notre Dame, Colliseo, Castillon, and des Ayres, Church of Chartrons, Public Gardens, Ste. Catherine Shopping Street, Place Puy Paulin, Royal Gate

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of bicycling for approximately 8.7 miles (about 14 kilometres). This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition and able to ride a bicycle. This tour is not recommended for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Safety equipment is provided, and must be worn at all times whilst bicycling. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.