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Whispers of Wine: Exploring Bordeaux's Grand Crus

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: C.I.V.B - Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux, 1 Cr du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇫🇷 Français

Places you will visit

11

It will take you

100-130 mins

You will walk

4600 steps

Total distance

3.5 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point C.I.V.B - Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux
1 Cr du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France
Finish point Point de vue cité du vin
124 Quai de Bacalan, 33300 Bordeaux, France

About this quest

Discover the charm of Bordeaux through our game, where you'll embark on a captivating journey into the heart of wine culture. 

Explore historic streets, uncover remnants of wine history, and discover iconic places like the Wine Museum and Quinconces. 

Solve puzzles while uncovering the rich history. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a puzzle-solving adventurer, immerse yourself in an unforgettable quest that celebrates the essence of Bordeaux's finest wines and their prestigious past.

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Bordeaux combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 11 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 6900 minutes to complete and covers 3.5km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.

Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Bordeaux.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • Discover Chartrons' Hidden Treasures

  • Explore the Chartrons district, once the heart of Bordeaux's wine trade, now a lively area filled with art galleries, antique shops, and bustling cafes.

The mission: Your story in Bordeaux

In the picturesque vineyards of Bordeaux, a centuries-old legend tells of a mysterious winemaker who hid an exceptional bottle of wine, a unique vintage, somewhere in the region before disappearing. This bottle is said to have extraordinary properties.

As a passionate wine lover and amateur detective, you are intrigued by this legend and decide to search for this legendary bottle. To find it, you must solve a series of puzzles in Bordeaux that will lead you through historic wine locations.
  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 6900 minutes

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Distance

3.5km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Ratings and Reviews

4.25

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Sandrine Hueber

11 Jan 2026

Garazi Cordero

01 Nov 2024

Nathan Delas

18 Jul 2024
Incredible game! A stroll through the charming neighborhoods of Bordeaux! The game allows you to discover unique anecdotes about wine through fun riddles. A great time!!

Iren

14 Jul 2024
It was really nice to discover Bordeaux on my first day here. Many thanks!

KI

18 Aug 2025

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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

FeatureRegular Guided ToursQuesto
Flexibility
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
$30-$40 per person
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Requires advance booking
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Passive listening to a guide
Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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