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Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif

4.9(800 reviews)Bordeaux, France
5h30DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Join a small-group food and wine tour in Saint-Émilion lasting 5 hours and 30 minutes, departing from Bordeaux. Participants will walk through the medieval streets of Saint-Émilion with a guide, learning about the area's history. The tour includes visits to local wineries and cellars, where guests will sample wines made from merlot and cabernet franc grapes. At a Grand Cru winery, attendees can compare these local wines with selections from around the world. The experience also features a glass of wine accompanied by a typical French aperitif. This tour accommodates a maximum of eight people, ensuring personalized attention from the guide.

Itinerary

1

Office de Tourisme de Bordeaux

Meet your guide in front of the Bordeaux Tourist Office at 12 cours du 30 Juillet

2

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.

3

Saint-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.

4

Saint-Emilion

Arrival in the village of Saint-Emilion. Take a short guided walk along the charming streets.

5

Saint-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.

6

Office de Tourisme de Bordeaux

Back to Bordeaux in front of the Tourist Office.

What's included / not included

English speaking local guidePickup and drop-off in central BordeauxSaint Emilion medieval town guided walk2 winery visits. 5/6 tastings and an extra glass of wine at the final winery visitFrench aperitif: wine paired with local delicacies at the second wineryTransport by air-conditioned minivan
LunchHotel pickup and drop-offGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • 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)

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