Book your tickets on the Web through the Rail Europe site (see Resources below), or call (888) 382-RAIL.
Pick a standard or first-class seat on the high-speed trains from Paris to Bordeaux. First class offers more room and greater privacy and includes meals on some trains. Rates for first class are relatively pricey.
Enjoy a tour of a winery with a prepaid package. You usually can find a packaged tour-and-travel deal (including accommodations) through the train station Web sites.
Book travel arrangements well in advance. The wine tours adhere to strict schedules, so make your plans ahead of time, complete with confirmation numbers and tickets to the events.
Find fare discounts. There are special rates for youths, senior citizens and groups of two or more people.
Know your Paris train station. Trains depart from six train stations in Paris. Trains going to Bordeaux and other areas in the south of France usually depart from the Gare de Lyon station.
