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Saint-Émilion day tour: village visit, Châteaux and lunch

4.8(194)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 194 reviews7 hFree cancellationBy Olala Bordeaux
Saint-Émilion day tour: village visit, Châteaux and lunch

About this activity

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, 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!

What's included

  • ✓Guided tour of Saint-Emilion village (UNESCO)
  • ✓Transportation, Guide/Driver
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Informative brochures
  • ✓Tasting 8 wines
  • ✓Picnic lunch at the château (starter + main course + dessert each in a jar, accompanied by a glass of wine)
  • ✓Visits and tastings at 3 wineries

Not included

  • ✕Personal expenses
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet your guide at Olala Bordeaux, located 2 ter Mably street in the center of Bordeaux. Tramway Lines B, C and D: Stop Quinconces.

Good to know

  • 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.
  • Excursions are guaranteed when at least 2 participants. For the very few occasions you would be the only passenger, we will contact you 24h before the day of your wine tour in order to propose an alternative.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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