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Saint Emilion Full Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux
Visit three Grand Cru châteaux for 6+ merlot tastings with a small group, plus roundtrip transport
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Winery entry and 6+ tastings
3 château visits
Roundtrip minivan transport from Bordeaux
Saint-Émilion village walking tour
Guide tips
Itinerary
Meet your guide in front of Bordeaux Tourism Office
Gather at 12 cours du 30 Juillet, a central landmark near the tram lines. Your guide will wait with a company sign to begin your departure into the famous wine countryside.
Visit and tasting at the first Saint-Émilion winery
Arrive at a prestigious estate to begin your education in the right bank terroir. You’ll explore the vineyards and cellars before tasting the property's premium and second wines.
Tour and tasting at the second Saint-Émilion winery
Move to a different château to compare winemaking styles and soil compositions. This visit often involves an intimate look at the fermentation rooms and barrel-aging halls where Merlot develops its character.
Free time in Saint-Émilion village
Enjoy a short walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, established in the eighth century. You’ll have time to find a local bistro for lunch and explore the limestone architecture at your own pace.
Wine tasting at the third Saint-Émilion winery
Complete your tasting odyssey at a final estate or a specialized village cellar. Depending on the daily program, you might sample up to eight different labels to refine your palate.
Your tour finishes at Bordeaux Tourism Office
Relax in the minivan during the 50-minute return drive to the city center. You’ll arrive back at the original meeting point feeling like a Bordeaux expert.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Good to know:
Accessibility: This tour involves ancient ground and uneven terrain. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants should be of legal drinking age in France (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Please Note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand.
Weather Advisory: This experience runs in all weather conditions; please dress accordingly for vineyard walks and outdoor village exploration.
Age Requirement: This tour is available for adults only, with a minimum age of 18 years.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 8-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking driver and guide
Guided visit and wine tastings at three châteaux
Short walking tour of Saint-Émilion village
Roundtrip Minivan transport from Bordeaux
Free time for lunch and personal discovery
Maximum group size of 8
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Government-issued ID
Water bottle
Camera
Light jacket in cooler months