From Bordeaux: Saint-Émilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting

4.8
(17 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

For lovers of wine and historical heritage!

Are you ready to discover one of the most beautiful parts of the Bordeaux vineyards with a local guide from Bordeaux?

After meeting your guide, you'll set off for Saint-Emilion in a 9-seater van. On the way you will learn more about the wines of Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion.

You will then visit a family winery where you will learn more about how the wines are made. Before a tasting of at least 3 wines from the estate.

You'll continue with a guided historical tour of the village of Saint-Emilion and a tasting of its second speciality: macarons. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, this medieval village boasts breathtaking views.

An excursion not to be missed, and the best value for money on the market!

What's Included

Comments in English and French
Wine tasting of 3 wines minimum
Macarons of Saint-Emilion tasting
Visit to a winery
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour in the village of Saint-Emilion
Bottled water
Souvenirs and personal purchases Bottle of water Tips
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the Cité du Vin (Wine Museum). Please arrive 5 minutes before the departure. Streetcar line B, stop to "Cité du Vin" Cité du Vin" car park next to the meeting point.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Meet in front of the Cité du Vin (Wine Museum). Once you've met your guide, you'll set off for Saint-Emilion in a new 9-seater van (45 minutes).

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Saint-Emilion

    We'll start the tour at a family-run, organic winery. You'll visit the vat room and barrel cellar and learn how Saint-Emilion wines are made. The tour ends with a tasting of wines from the estate (minimum of 3 wines, mainly reds). 9am (or 2pm): departure. We'll start the tour at a family-run, organic wine estate. You'll visit the vat room and barrel cellar and learn how Saint-Emilion wines are made. The visit will conclude with a tasting of wines from the winery (minimum of 3 wines, mainly reds).

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Saint-Emilion

    We'll continue with a guided tour of the village of Saint-Emilion. Your guide will introduce you to Saint-Emilion and lead you through its narrow streets, squares and main monuments. It's medieval history at its best in one of France's most beautiful villages! You'll also have the chance to sample the delicious Saint-Emilion macaroons and take plenty of photos from breathtaking vantage points.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Once the visit to the village is over, we'll head back to Bordeaux (45 minutes) where your guide will drop you off near the Cité du Vin.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Alcohol only for people aged 18 or over.
  • Bring a bottle of water
Supplied by Vert Bordeaux

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Culture
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

Rating

4.8 Based on 17 17 reviews
5 stars
14
4 stars
3
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Likely to sell out
from per person
Was {{currencySymbol}}{{ summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount }}