St. Emilion day-tour with village visit, wine tour and lunch
Overview
Explore Saint-Émilionon this small-group tour from Bordeaux. Enjoy wine tastings, a picnic lunch, and discover medieval history with an expert guide.
Highlights
- You'll explore Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an expert local guide
- The tour includes visits to 3 different wine estates with tastings of 8 wines in total
- You can enjoy a picnic lunch featuring local produce, Basque charcuterie and regional cheeses
Depart from the centre of Bordeaux by van to discover the wines and history of Saint-Émilion. Your guide will bring the story of this UNESCO World Heritage Site to life with a tour of the village, revealing the secrets of this medieval town and the birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture.
At midday, visit a local wine estate and sample 3 wines. Enjoy a picnic lunch featuring locally sourced produce in jars, alongside Basque charcuterie and cheeses, accompanied by a glass of wine.
Next, visit a second estate for a tasting of 2 wines. Learn about the appellation's unique characteristics, including grape varieties and winemaking techniques. The day will conclude at a third estate with a final tasting of 3 wines.
This small-group tour provides an ideal setting in which to learn about the art of winemaking and tasting, and there will be plenty of opportunities to ask your knowledgeable guide questions.
What's included
- Local guide
- Picnic lunch at the château
- Guided tour
- Guided walking tour
- Wine tasting
- Driver guide
Meeting & pickup
Hotel / designated pickup available
- • Olala Bordeaux
Additional info
Not allowed:
- The minimum legal drinking age is 18. Participants aged 16 and over can only join if they're accompanied by at least one adult
Know in advance:
- This tour has a maximum capacity of 8 people
- Please note that return times may vary depending on traffic conditions
Remember to bring:
- Comfortable shoes
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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