6 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Meet your guide and small group in central Bordeaux and travel by minivan to your first destination—a Grand Cru winery in the Saint-Émilion wine region. Learn the secrets of Saint-Émilion’s famous red wines, the importance of terroir and the art of producing Grand Cru wines on a guided tour of the winery. After strolling the vineyards and peeking into the barrel room, head to the tasting room to sample a variety of fine wines.
Continue to the hilltop, UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion, and soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour, admiring the medieval architecture, maze of cobbled lanes and spectacular views over the surrounding vineyards.
Make one more stop before heading back to Bordeaux—at a family-run winery, where the wine tasting is paired with a selection of regional cheeses and cured meats during an apéritif experience. Finally, with your appetite sated and a newfound appreciation of French wine, return to Bordeaux, where your tour ends back in the city center.
Operated by
BWT SAS - Bordeaux Wine Trails
Itinerary
Office de Tourisme de Bordeaux
Meet your guide in front of the Bordeaux Tourist Office at 12 cours du 30 Juillet
Saint-Emilion
Departure to Saint-Emilion. Along the way, your guide will tell you about Bordeaux’s vineyards and test your wine knowledge. You’ll discover firsthand some of the region’s scenic beauty.
1 hourSaint-Emilion
Wine tour of a Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé Château (top growth winery) in Saint Emilion or Pomerol learning about the various stages of the winemaking process and tasting its distinguished wines.
1 hourSaint-Emilion
Arrival in the village of Saint-Emilion. Take a short guided walk along the charming streets.
1 hourSaint-Emilion
Tour of a family-owned winery in either the Saint-Emilion Grand Cru or Pomerol appellation. Expert tasting followed by a last glass of wine served with local delicacies.
1 hourOffice de Tourisme de Bordeaux
Back to Bordeaux in front of the Tourist Office.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- English speaking local guide
- Pickup and drop-off in central Bordeaux
- Saint Emilion medieval town guided walk
- 2 winery visits. 5/6 tastings and an extra glass of wine at the final winery visit
- French aperitif: wine paired with local delicacies at the second winery
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Kids from 12 years old. Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- The minimum number of people for each tour is 2. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if the minimum is not reached and proceed to a full refund.
- Saint Emilion is a quaint, charming little village. This tour includes a 1h guided tour of the town, including some free time for you to roam around as long as the tour leaves Bordeaux on time. Also, you will not be able to fully explore the whole village, as we have strict appointments at each chateau. If you wish to stay longer in the village, you can organize another day trip yourself, as there’s a train station not far from the town center. For any further information about this, please feel free to contact us.
- Unfortunately Saint Emilion village is not wheelchair accessible. Please contact us for alternatives.
- We are not providing bottles of water, please bring your own. (water refill available at each winery)
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.