Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Discover the natural and cultural beauty of the Bassin d'Arcachon, famous for its unique architecture. We'll visit the Banc d'Arguin nature reserve and a charming oyster farm, where you can taste 6 fresh oysters and a glass of white wine to learn more about the local oyster production.
Afterwards, you will enjoy a full guided tour of Arcachon's historic center, villas and parks, learning more about the town's history and culture. You will also be able to bring back unique souvenirs by discovering the local stores and culinary specialties.
At noon we will head to the waterfront for lunch, where you will have a choice of free time to explore the city or lunch overlooking the bay with a reservation.
In the afternoon, we will climb the largest sand dune in Europe, the Pilat Dune (or Pyla), an incredible and unique natural site with a breathtaking view from its summit. As an option you can ask for a boat trip, a moment out of time, accompanied by white wine.
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Guided visit of the Pilat Dune and Arcachon city center
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation, Driver/guide
Organisation and bookings (Restaurant, Boat trip...)
We suggest different lunch option (Lunch at a restaurant with view, Picnic lunch under the pine trees...)
Tasting of oysters, wine
Beverages
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Departure Point
2ter Rue Mably, 33000 Bordeaux, France
Your guide will pick you up and drop you off at your place of stay in Bordeaux city center. The place of pick up will be defined after you have booked.
Rue du Port de Larros, 33470 Gujan-Mestras, France Stop at a small oyster farmers harbour to enjoy fresh oysters plates (6 oysters) with a glass of white wine. Learn about the oyster local production. 60 minutes
La Grande Dune du Pilat, Pyla-sur-Mer, France Climb Europe's biggest sand dune. Discover this incredible and unique natural site and its great view from the top. 60 minutes
Arcachon, Arcachon, France Free time for lunch. (Lunch options with view on the bay available on reservation). 90 minutes
Arcachon, Arcachon, France Guided visit of Arcachon historical center, its villas and parks. 60 minutes
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you are more than 8 people, please contact us. The schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. If you wish, our guides will pick you up and drop you off directly from your place of residence in Bordeaux (+10 km).
After your reservation, we will contact you to finalize the program according to your preferences.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
maryannep117
12 Jun 2024
One word AMAZING ! I recently had the pleasure of using OLALA Bordeaux for an event, and everything was absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless and exceeded our expectations.
I cannot thank the team enough for their support and outstanding service. I highly recommend this company for any event or travel needs. They made our trip worry-free and enjoyable. Five stars all the way !
Robin_W
13 May 2024
Climbed Dune du Pilat, saw beautiful city scenes and beaches, lunch over looking the water and the dune, boat tour on a sunny Spring day. Margot was a terrific guide, knows the area, is timely, professional and fun to be with. Highly recommend Olala Bordeaux for a day around Arcachon.
Sarah_O
29 Aug 2023
Fabulous day great to see the Bay , our driver was very knowledgeable about Bordeaux and its surrounds .
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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