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Vineyards in La Rioja, Spain

Bordeaux and Basque Country: Wine & Culture

May 14 - 24, 2026
Length: 11 days
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Indulge in gastronomic delights in Bordeaux, France and San Sebastián, Spain. Enjoy winery visits in the Bordeaux & Rioja Alavesa regions, charming Saint-Émilion, a boat ride & oysters in Arcachon Bay, plus dinner with local Basques & the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.

Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.

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From $5,745

before special savings, not including airfare

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Tour Highlights

  • Take in the cultural gems of stately Bordeaux and charming Saint-Emilion, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
  • Delight in exclusive winery tours in France’s Bordeaux region and Spain’s Rioja Alavesa region.
  • Broaden your understanding of wine and its enduring traditions at La Cite du Vin, an interactive museum.
  • Cruise Arcachon Bay on a traditional pinasse boat and sample the bay’s famous oysters.
  • Get to know beautiful San Sebastian, renowned for its world-class dining scene.
  • Savor cider right from the cask during lunch at a Basque cider house.
  • Explore the fashionable French seaside resort of Biarritz.
  • Gain insights about everyday Basque life at a dinner with residents.
  • Admire the art collection of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.

If you are interested in more information about this trip, please click on the “Reserve Now” button to be taken to the AHI website.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Bordeaux & Basque Country | May 14 – 24, 2026

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Scenic vineyards of La Rioja, Spain, with a historic hilltop village in the background Scenic vineyards of La Rioja, Spain
Vineyards in La Rioja, Spain, with a winery and historic hillside village in view. Vineyards in La Rioja, Spain
Classic blue French and wooden boat floating near a coastal village with beach houses and pine trees Classic French pinasse boat
Close-up of a modern Guggenheim Museum building with reflective curved panels and glass windows under a blue sky Guggenheim Museum
The Dune of Pilat, Europe’s tallest sand dune, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in France. The Dune of Pilat, Europe’s tallest sand dune
Gothic-style Saint-André Cathedral in Bordeaux, France, featuring pointed spires, arched windows, and a cloister. Cathédrale Sainte-Marie, Bayonne, France
Aerial view of San Sebastián, Spain, featuring La Concha Bay, Monte Urgull, and a vibrant coastal cityscape. San Sebastian, Spain
Elegant beachfront building, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and ocean waves in Biarritz, France Southernmost side of La Grande Plage beach in Biarritz, France
Place de la Bourse at sunset, reflecting on Miroir d’Eau in Bordeaux, France Place de la Bourse, reflecting on Miroir d’Eau in Bordeaux, France

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