Bordeaux to Arcachon and Cap Ferret: Private day trip

Arcachon offers villas, sea breezes, and oysters, capturing the elegance of France’s Belle Epoque coast.

With its Belle Epoque villas and salty breeze, Arcachon is a timeless French seaside escape. Begin your visit in the Ville d’Hiver, where ornate 19th-century homes peek from pine-covered hills. Ride the lift up to Parc Mauresque for panoramic views of the bay and serene gardens. Then descend to the beachside promenade, Jetee Thiers, for a golden-hour stroll or a dip in the calm waters. Don’t miss the oyster stalls and cafe terraces serving Arcachon’s famous shellfish with a glass of crisp white wine. Whether relaxing by the water or exploring historic streets, Arcachon offers 180 minutes of elegance and ocean air.

Cap Ferret is a coastal hideaway of oysters, forest paths, sweeping dunes, and Atlantic charm.

Across the bay, Cap Ferret is a windswept paradise where pine forests meet the Atlantic surf. Begin with a panoramic climb up the red-and-white lighthouse for views over Arcachon Bay and endless dunes. Then bike or drive through shaded trails to L’Herbe or Le Canon - charming oyster villages with colorful cabins and waterside tasting huts. Savor just-shucked oysters with chilled Entre-Deux-Mers wine before heading to Plage de l’Horizon. There, the wild Atlantic rolls onto golden sand backed by grassy dunes. With its laid-back beauty and breezy charm, Cap Ferret invites you to slow down and savour the moment.