From Bordeaux Port: Private Shore Excursion: Saint Emilion's Finest Wines
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From Bordeaux Port: Private Shore Excursion: Saint Emilion's Finest Wines

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From Bordeaux Port: Private Shore Excursion: Saint Emilion's Finest Wines
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From $1083.00
Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.

What you’ll do

If you’re on a cruise that stops in Bordeaux or Bassens, you can enjoy this customisable small group private tour and discover the wines of the region. Meeting your guide at Bordeaux or Bassens Cruise Port in the morning, you’ll visit the renowned wine region of Saint Emilion during an 8-hour experience that offers you a choice of enjoyable itineraries. Throughout the day, you’ll explore local Grand Cru wineries and sample the delicious wines they produce. Complete this experience by exploring charming Saint Emilion village and immersing yourself in its history before you’re returned to the port.
Highlights
  • Transport To and From the Port: Meet your guide at the port for convenience
  • Personalised and Private Experience: Choose from a number of itineraries to suit your preferences on this private tour just for your group
  • Grand Cru Wineries: Visit 1, 2, or 3 wineries to learn more and sample their products
  • Explore Saint Emilion: Discover this charming UNESCO World Heritage Site, including its underground monuments
Itinerary
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Duration: Approximately 8 hours
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Group Size: 2-8 guests
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Start Time: Start time TBC, the tour runs 7 days a week
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Meeting Point: At your ship in Bordeaux or Bassens Cruise Port
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Option 1 - Visit a Grand Cru Classé Chateau and the Underground Monuments: Explore a renowned local winery and discover more about its history and wine-making methods, culminating in a guided tasting session. You'll then discover the underground monuments of Saint Emilion, including its Monolithic Church, as part of a private guided tour, before exploring Saint Emilion at your own leisure, stopping for a tasty lunch and taking time to relax
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Option 2 - Visit to 2 Grand Cru Chateau and Saint Emilion Walking Tour: Visit a modern local winery to learn more about how it works and sample the wine it produces before exploring a traditional family-run wine estate and comparing the differences. You'll then discover the medieval village of Saint Emilion on a walking tour, accompanied by your knowledgeable guide, followed by free time to explore the village at your own pace, relax, and stop for a delicious lunch in a local eatery
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Option 3 - Combine Saint Emilion with Pomerol and Visit 3 Wineries: Explore a modern winery to learn about how it produces wine and enjoy a tasting experience, and then visit a long-established family-run wine estate to discover the differences. You'll also visit a winery in the neighbouring Pomerol Appellation for another tour and tasting experience. as well as enjoying free time in Saint Emilion to relax and explore at your own leisure, including stopping somewhere for a local lunch
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Return to Port: Travel back in comfort to meet your ship at the port
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End Time: TBC

What’s included

Transport to and from your cruise ship in Bordeaux or Bassens

Visit to 1, 2, or 3 wine estates

Wine tasting experiences

Guided walking tour of Saint Emilion or the underground monuments

Free time in Saint Emilion

Knowledgeable English-speaking guide

Private tour just for your group

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Lunch and additional food and drink

Personal expenses

Entrance fees to monuments and attractions

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Lunch and additional food and drink

Personal expenses

Entrance fees to monuments and attractions

Meeting Point
Pick up at your cruise ship in Bordeaux or Bassens Cruise Port
Please proceed to exit where your guide will be waiting for you with a sign bearing lead traveler name.
Notes

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Tasting fees and entrance to the underground monuments can be included during the booking process

The exact pick-up time is dependent on the arrival time of the ship

The itinerary is flexible and can be customised to accommodate your preferences and interests

Timings are approximate and subject to change based on traffic and other factors

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

The tour will commence promptly. All participants must arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances

The tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Want to make a booking here?
From $1083.00
Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.