From Bordeaux: Saint-Émilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting
5 hours
Group 1+
English, French
5 hours
What you'll do
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!
Itinerary
- 1Meet 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).
- 2
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).
- 3
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.
- 4
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.
What's Included
Comments in English and French
Snacks
Visit to a winery
In-vehicle air conditioning
Guided tour in the village of Saint-Emilion
What's not included
Bottled water
Souvenirs and personal purchases
Bottle of water
Tips
Gratuities
Notes
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
Gallery
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.
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