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Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux
4.8
871 Ratings
Bordeaux
Embark on a day-long journey to Saint-Emilion and nearby wineries in France. Guided all-day tour from Bordeaux provides beautiful landscapes, exceptional sights, and exquisite wines — an ideal escape from the urban bustle! Taste Bordeaux wines in 3 captivating castles and discover the delightful UNESCO World Heritage-listed hamlet of Saint-Emilion.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Saint-Emilion - A Full Day Tour Taking in Some of Bordeaux’s Most Famous Appellations
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What's Included
- Three wine tasting sessions
- Walking tour of St Emilion village
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus
- Professional English speaking qualified driver / tour guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions
Additional Information
- Adult only tour, children under 18 years of age are not allowed
- A minimum of 2 adults per tour is required
- Tour involves some walking, good walking shoes recommended
- Pets are not allowed on the tour
Location
12 Cr du 30 Juillet
Cours du 30 Juillet
Meet your guide 10 minutes before departure time, in front of the Bordeaux Tourist office.
Departure time is 09:30am.
12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(871 Ratings)
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Diana_e
Jun 23, 2024
Recommended activity - Great experience with wonderful guide Hugo who shared many interesting insights and stories about winemaking as well as the region. Totally recommend!
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Mariae_v
Jun 17, 2024
St. Emilion is a must see! - This was one of the best days of my vacation. Helene was a wonderful, funny, and knowledgeable guide. The countryside was so beautiful and of course, the wine tasting was amazing. St. Emilion village was so beautiful and interesting. We loved this tour!
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Karen_l
Jun 17, 2024
Enjoyable day tasting excellent wine! - Colas was a great guide! He introduced us to information on wine from the area on the trip out. Each location had excellent wine. On the way back we played a game to learn about the nose of wines. It was a very enjoyable day!
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Ciaoyong
Jun 17, 2024
An engaging and well curated tour in Bordeaux - This was a thoroughly enjoyable and well-planned wine tour through the renowned Bordeaux wine regions of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Our guide, Mathis, was extremely knowledgeable and did an excellent job introducing us to the overall Bordeaux wine zone, highlighting the unique characteristics of each sub-region we visited.
The tour was well-coordinated, with a perfect balance of structured activities and free time. Mathis provided fascinating commentary on the history, terroir, and production methods of the wines as we visited several prestigious châteaux. We learned so much about the nuances between the two appellations and the notable personalities and stories behind the wines.
Aside from the wine tastings, the guide also recommended excellent local restaurants for our lunch break, as well as some top wine shops to explore. He kept us engaged and entertained throughout the day, yet always made sure we had ample opportunities to wander, discover, and really soak in the charming village of Saint-Émilion.
Overall, this tour was a wonderfully curated experience that allowed us to delve deep into the world of Bordeaux wines in a fun, informative, and well-paced manner. Mathis' expertise and passion for the region truly elevated the day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone seeking an immersive and memorable introduction to the renowned wines of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol.
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Robertlread
Jun 16, 2024
Excellent wine tour with a vivacious hostess - My wife and I really enjoyed this tour. Our guide, Helene, is a vivacious and enthusiastic host with a great laugh and an irreverent sense of humor to match her wine knowledge. The tour of the city was as good as the wine tastings. We got lucky---an underground troglodytic church, which is beneath the main cathedral, was unexpectedly open. Out of if it marched a marching band escorting a bunch of city and wine leaders in funny, red-and-white academic type robes with little medieval caps. Apparently we had arrived on the one day when the church was open, and we went in, perhaps not technically invited, before it was shut back down. This was before our a pleasant lunch in St. Emilion after our first wine tasting and a nice description of the wine making process. I'm afraid our group (6 Americans) was quite inquisitive, and we beat Helene up a bit with constant questions about everything, but she withstood our assault and returned fire gamely. She was a great host! She looked up mysteries for us---for example, we stopped in a vineyard and found a strange little situation with each vine; Helene contacted a wine master she knows and supplied a photo, and found out they had grafted white grapes unto an existing root stock, and the graph had just put out a coppery little leaf. The wine was excellent. I would have preferred to taste the wines side-by-side rather than sequentially; although I am not a complete dud I can't remember the flavors well enough to completely compare them if not side-by-side. My wife and I felt that we learned a lot. Unlike our previous experience in California, Italy, and Greece, we were surprised to learn that in Bordeaux you and be a 15 year old wine for under $100 in some cases! However, my wife and I are rather frugal, so we did not purchase a case to send back to America, although we considered it. This was a great experience and we highly recommend it if you have a whole day.
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Nick_c
Jun 16, 2024
Awesome day!! - Spectacular day. St Emilion is a try gem. Our guide, Julia, was awesome. Super knowledgeable about wine and history. Truly a great day.
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Susan_l
Jun 14, 2024
Great Bordeaux day trip - The winery in Pomerol and the visit to St Emilion. Our guide Letitia was incredibly knowledgable and lots of fun.
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David_c
Jun 14, 2024
The Best of The Best - I recently took a wine tour and it was an exceptional experience. The tour was rich in information about both the country’s history and its wine culture. Our tour guide, Letitia, was outstanding, knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about wine. She provided in-depth insights into the winemaking process, the different types of wines, and the unique characteristics of the local vineyards.
The highlight was definitely the wine tastings, where we sampled a variety of exquisite wines, each with its own story and flavor profile. The friendly group added to the enjoyment, making it a social and educational adventure.
I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in learning about wine while having a great time. The time flew by because it was so captivating and enjoyable.
Thank you for this amazing time 🙌🏼
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Daniel_s
Jun 14, 2024
A relaxing and informative trip to one of Bordeaux's most popular region - Of course, the best part of this trip was the wine! We visited three nice wineries. The wines ranged in quality and taste but gave us a good overview of Bordeaux's style of wine. The trip was well organized, timed very well, and relaxing.
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Brett_w
Jun 18, 2024
Screw you Viator. - Give me my money back for the Catacombs. You screwed me. Plus, I want $100 for waist of my time and damaging my trip. Horrible experience in Dubai two years ago too. You are horrible.
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