

Pyla Dune (Dune du Pilat) Tours and Tickets
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Standing more than 360 feet (110 meters) above sea level in Bordeaux, France, Pyla Dune (Dune du Pilat) is the tallest sand dune in Europe. In the summer months, a staircase is constructed to allow visitors to climb the dune—an activity that draws over one million visitors every year.
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Dune du Pilat, Archachon, Bordeaux
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Dune du Pilat and Oysters Tasting in only 1 hour away from Bordeaux ! What else?
I offer an unique excursion at the Arcachon Bay.
A Professional guide and the driver are at your service.
You are all the time with a guide and during the Oysters Tasting you have a choice of 6, 9 or 12 Oysters per person and a glass of rosé or white wine.
If you don't like Oysters we have some shrimps, porc pâté or winkle.
It's a family atmosphere and professional.
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$141.31
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$141.31

Pilat Sand Dune and Arcachon + Oyster tasting tour from Bordeaux
I propose you an authentic tour with a guide born in Bordeaux.
5h30 - under the sun !
I will drive you to the biggest sand dune in Europe. On the top of it we will enjoy its amazing view on the ocean. We will spend an hour over there. After that I will show you the city of Arcachon: its mansions of the 19e century and i tell you about them.
Then we will lunch in a an oyster hunt : oysters, shrimps, sea snails, paté (not included in the price).
The tour takes 6 visitors maximum.
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$163.05
Price varies by group size
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$163.05
Price varies by group size

Arcachon Half Day Trip from Bordeaux with Pyla Sand Dune Climb & Oyster Tasting
Escape the bustle of Bordeaux for some seaside getaway on this half-day trip to the Bay of Arcachon. With your local guide and small group, journey southwest by van to the white-sand beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster-harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune—the highest sand dune in Europe—stroll the beach, get splendid ocean and forest views, and sample fresh oysters at a local oyster farm.
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$90.22
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$90.22

Private morning trip to the Dune of Pyla & oysters tasting at the local market
Arcachon Bay is renowned for its beautiful beaches, tasty oysters, and Europe’s highest sand dune, the Dune of Pyla. With this full-day tour from Bordeaux, travel to the coast in the comfort of a private vehicle and hike up to the top of the Dune of Pyla for a magnificent view across the Atlantic. Afterward, head to Arcachon to explore the lively local market and tuck into a delicious plate of fresh oysters.
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$380.44
per group
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$380.44
per group

Bordeaux Super Saver: Small-Group Trip to Arcachon with Oyster Tasting and Lunch plus Médoc Wine Tour
Combine two of the most popular Bordeaux excursions into one full-day including magnificent châteaux, picturesque vineyards, wine tasting and fresh oysters in the Bay of Arcachon and Médoc wine region. With this Bordeaux Super Saver, you'll experience the best of the region in one day at a discount. Group size is limited to eight people, ensuring more personalized attention from your guide.
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$190.22
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$190.22

Surfing lessons
From Arcachon to Biscarrosse, passing by Pyla sur Mer and the Dune du Pilat, discover the beauty of our landscapes by immersing yourself in surfing and stand-up paddling.
Pyla Surf School has an exceptional team of teachers dedicated to helping students succeed with maximum enjoyment. Our team provides advice and support for each student to meet their needs.
Passionate by birth and long experienced, BPJEPS graduates by the French State and the French Surf Federation, our instructors also have a Federal Initiator's Certificate and an ISA (International) and all the qualifications required to share our sport in a fun way , educational and safe.
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$65.22
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$65.22

Private Arcachon Full-Day tour, from Bordeaux
Discover some of France’s most celebrated coastal scenery on this private, full-day tour from Bordeaux to Arcachon Bay. Depart in the morning from central Bordeaux in a private vehicle and head to a nature reserve, where you’ll sample oysters and local white wine (own expense). Next, head to Arcachon for lunch (own expense) and sightseeing before continuing to the Dune of Pilat—climb to the summit for unbeatable views.
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$320.66
Price varies by group size
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$320.66
Price varies by group size

Discover Arcachon in a helicopter
Fancy a trip in the sun-soaked romance of the Dune du Pilat ?
Want to discover Arcachon and its region with the extraordinary landscape ?
Here is your chance of experiencing them in a spectacular view.
You will be flying with a professional pilot whose license has been verified by our team.
NOTICE:
This is a commercial flight operated by one of our partners.
The flight can depart anytime between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., depending on the weather and planning. You can book time frame on Viator and let us know your flexible hours/days after the reservation
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$161.96
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