Saint-Émilion day tour: village visit, Châteaux and lunch
Depart from the city center of Bordeaux aboard a van to discover Saint-Emilion, its wines, and its history. First, your guide will immerse you in the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site and its historical monuments. You will discover the secrets of this medieval town, which is the birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture.
At noon, a visit and tasting of 3 wines will await you in a Château of the appellation. On the menu, a picnic from an artisanal and traditional caterer, who proposes fresh, local and tasty products, as well as charcuterie from the Basque Country and cheese, accompanied by a glass of wine!
Afterwards, you will visit a second Château and enjoy a tasting of 2 wines. You will learn more about the specificities of this appellation, including the grape varieties and the winemaking techniques used to create these unique wines.
To finish the day, you will go to a 3rd Château for a final tasting of 3 wines.
Learn about wine, and ask all your questions to our guide!
Options
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What's included in Saint-Émilion day tour: village visit, Châteaux and lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Saint-Emilion
Sightseeings along the vineyards. Guided walking tour of the Unesco listed Saint-Emilion village.
Saint-Emilion
Visit of a Château of the appelation - Guided visit of the winery and cellar - Tasting of 3 wines - Picnic lunch at the winery with a glass of wine. (if you choose a vegetarian menu thank you for informing us before)
Saint-Emilion
Visit of a second wine estate - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, to learn more about the specificities of the appellation, grape varieties and wine making techniques. Tasting of 2 different "cuvées"
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Saint-Emilion village (UNESCO)
- Transportation, Guide/Driver
- Picnic lunch at the château (fresh lunch, as well as charcuterie and cheese from the Basque Country, accompanied by a glass of wine)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Informative brochures
- Tasting 8 wines
- Visits and tastings at 3 wineries
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is imperative to arrive 15 minutes before the departure time of your tour, no delay possible, to ensure the comfort of the group and the respect of the schedule.
- Don't forget to take your water bottle to fill it up in the morning, at Olala Bordeaux we are committed to limiting our plastic waste!
- The guide will conduct the tour in English.
- The Chateaux and the schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. List of partner Châteaux in Saint emilion : Château Grangey, Château Palais Cardinal, Château Bernateau, Château Taillefer, Château Grand Corbin, Château Cadet Bon, Château Ambe Tour Pourret, Château Balestard la Tonelle…
- Children under 16 and pets are not allowed for the comfort of the group, so a private tour will be more suitable in your case.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your guide at Olala Bordeaux, located 2 ter Mably street in the center of Bordeaux. Tramway Lines B, C and D: Stop Quinconces.
