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The best wineries to visit in Saint Emilion – a local’s guide

Saint Emilion, one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, is home to more than 800 wineries. Choosing which wineries to visit when traveling to Saint Emilion is not an easy task. So to help you out, I gathered a list of all the wineries I enjoyed visiting the most.

The Saint Emilion wine region consists of nine villages/towns: Saint-Émilion, Saint-Christophe des Bardes, Saint-Sulpice de Faleyrens, Saint-Hippolyte, Saint-Etienne de Lisse, Saint-Laurent des Combes, Saint-Pey d’Armens, Vignonet and parts of Libourne.

My criteria when including chateaux in my list where

• Great wine (obviously)
• Beautiful properties
• Welcoming chateaux owners and interesting tours

Other than that, I featured both small family-run properties and bigger châteaux which are labeled as a Grand grand cru classé. I highly recommend combining both types of chateaux on your visit. 

Saint Emilion is also one of the most beautiful villages near Bordeaux . If time permits, dedicate a few hours to discovering this medieval little gem. To help you make it a perfect day I wrote a detailed article about the best things to do and eat in Saint Emilion . 

If you’re planning to stay in Saint Emilion here’s my recommendation for hotels in and around the village . 

 If you’re traveling with kids, here’s my article about the most kid-friendly wineries in the Bordeaux region (including Saint Emilion). Also at the end of the article, there’s a great recommendation for discovering Saint Emilion with the little ones.

Important note – you need a car to reach most of the wineries mentioned in this article, here you can find the best offers.  There are a few wineries however which are a walking distance from the center of Saint Emilion. Check out my article about all the wineries you can visit by public transport in the Bordeaux region .

For those of you coming to Bordeaux in September, you should know that it’s the grapes harvest season. To learn more about what to expect during that period go to my article about the harvest season in Bordeaux and Saint Emilion . Also if you’re interested in discovering other regions of the Bordeaux wine area, check out my article about the Medoc wine route . Now let’s dig in!

Best wineries to visit in Saint Emilion

Chateau de pressac.

Château de Pressac was probably one of my favorite winery visits thanks to its welcoming service and stunning view.

The Chateau dates back to the middle ages and over the years has changed many hands and architectural styles. Since 1997 it belongs to the Quenin family who has done extensive work to rebuild the winery.

The chateau has probably one of the most beautiful views in Saint Emilion. Standing there on the top of the cliff with a glass of wine was one of the highlights of my visits to Saint Emilion over these few years. 

The winery offers different experiences from wine tasting to a discovery of their property. The wine of Château de Pressac is fantastic, but as it’s Grand cru classé the prices are quite high.

The chateau is open daily but you need to book the visit in advance. 

Click here to book a tour online. Where: 66 Château de Pressac, 33330 Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse

Château Bernateau

Château Bernateau is a family-run winery owned by the 11th generation of the Lavau family. 

The tour is run by the lovely Karine who is married to one of the sons running the family business. The visit, which lasts around an hour and a half, takes you from the vineyard to the glass. 

On the tour, you’ll discover a variety of old (60 yo) vines together with baby ones. You also get to visit their beautiful gravity vat house and taste wine from different years and styles. 

It’s a beautiful property with a green and charming garden and a small playhouse for kids. A perfect place for a relaxed visit which you can also end with a picnic in the garden.

They are open daily and offer tours in English and French. Tour prices range from 6 to 25 euros. Click here to book a tour online. Address: Château Bernateau, 33330 Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse

Château Coutet

This elegant château is located about 20 minutes walk from the center of Saint-Émilion. The property has been handed down from generation to generation since the 17th century leading to a rich history of 400 years.

Today, the family’s 14th generation lives on the property and runs the winemaking business. The David-Beaulieu family is very welcoming and they guide the tours themselves giving a very personal feel to it.

One of the features that won me over is their amazing garden with its own pond and ducks. This picturesque scenery combined with the excellent wine made it one of the best wineries to visit in Saint Emilion.

This is also one of the best wineries to visit with kids . Mine absolutely adored the garden and didn’t want to leave.

There are two tours to choose from:  The “Tradition” ( 14€) includes the history of the estate, a visit to the winery and the family cellar, and wine tasting. And the “Prestige” visit (40€), which is for 8 people max, also includes a tour through the vineyards and an exploration of Coutet’s treasures.

Book your visit at Chateau Coutet.

Address: Coutet, 33330 Saint-Émilion

Château La Croizzille

Château la Croizille offers a fascinating journey combining old and new. The modern château stands right next to the traditional Château of Tour Baladoz, owned by the same family. 

This tour allows you to discover the differences between the traditional techniques and the innovative ones for which Château la Croizille is known for. One of the highlights of this tour is the amazing view from the tasting room overlooking the vineyards from the top.

The basic tour is offered daily and includes modern cellars and tastings.

Click here to book a tour at Château la Croizille .

Address: lieu-dit Baladoz, 33330 Saint-Laurent des Combes (Saint-Emilion)

Château Beaurang

The Beaurang winery is located in the southern part of Saint-Émilion, about 5 km from the center. This isn’t a fancy château, but if you’re looking for a warm family welcome and great wine this is the right place for you. 

Claude Puyol and his daughter Delphine represent the third and fourth generations in this artisanal wine-making family. A family with a beautiful history they love sharing with their guests.

Claude’s grandparents immigrated to France from Spain in the early 20th century. For many years they worked as simple workers in the vineyards of Saint Emilion. But eventually, we were able to save enough to buy their own château and produce wine. 

The visit will teach you quite a lot about the wine in the region and about the life of a winemaker. During the tour, Claude elaborated on the beauty and struggles of wine growers in a conservative region like Saint Emilion.

The tours are offered every day from 10:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00. They offer the visit for free but require a reservation. Email them to book a tour: [email protected] Website: https://www.chateau-beaurang.com/ Address: Château Beaurang, 1, Beaurang, 33330 Saint-Emilion

Chateau Cadet Bon

Château Cadet Bon is one of the hilly vineyards surrounding Saint Emilion. It’s a relatively small winery, occupying 7 hectares and producing classic Saint Emilion wine since 1867. 

Since 2001, the chateau is owned by Michele and Guy Richard who completely renovated the property. 

The wine they produce is labeled as Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé, which means they follow tighter production restrictions. In 2017, the owners have started the transformation to creating only organic wines. 

Château Cadet Bon is located just a few minutes walk from the center of Saint Emilion, which makes it another great option for a winery to visit by public transport . 

The winery offers several tours. The small group tour includes a tasting of two wines accompanied by a detailed explanation.

The second tour offers a comparative experience where you get to also taste other wines from Saint Emilion and Pomerol and compare them to Château Cadet Bon. 

They also offer a wine-tasting course, an amazing opportunity to deepen your understanding of how to properly taste wine.  

You can book each one of these activities here .

Address: Au Cadet, 33330 Saint-Émilion. 

Château Soutard

At a mere 10-minute walk from the center of Saint-Émilion stands the impressive 18th-century Château Soutard . If visiting a beautiful château is high on your list, this is one of your best options.

 Since 2006, its owned by La Mondiale company, so it lacks the cozy family feel that other wineries on this list offer. But it’s a very popular and highly rated experience.

The Château offers plenty of fun activities such as a wine blending workshop, biking in the vineyards, a gourmet picnic, and of course, wine tours.

Their basic wine tour English starts at 15h every day from April to October. If you speak French, you can take a French tour at 11:30 and 16:30 daily. The tour includes a visit to their vineyards and cellars and tastings of their renowned Grand Cru Classé wines. No reservation is required but it’s highly recommended, you can reserve by email: [email protected].

Website: http://www.chateau-soutard.com/

Address: Soutard, 33330 Saint-Émilion

Château Cantenac

Château Cantenac is a charming family-run winery built in 1870. The estate is located about 3.5 km from the center of Saint Emilion.

Since 1937 the winery is owned by the Roskam-Brunot family, which are now in their 3rd and 4th generations of winemakers. The family is very friendly and their tours are rich with knowledge about the winemaking process. 

The tours are guided by a family member, who is really passionate about their heritage and wine. What I loved most about this tour was the tasting part, which was a great comparative and educational experience.

The winery offers two tours: The one-hour classic tour (10 € / per person) and the Prestige tour ( 30 € / per person ) which also includes some snacks and more wine. You can visit the château from Monday to Friday upon reservation. Click here to book the tour directly through their site.

Website: https://www.chateau-cantenac.fr/histoire/la-famille-roskam/ Address: 2 locality Cantenac, 33330 Saint-Emilion

Château de Ferrand

Another impressive château on our list is Château de Ferrand, located about 6km from the center of Saint-Émilion. Part of the tour will include the history of the Château which dates back to the 17th century.

The wine is a Grand Cru Classé and with its 32-hectare, it’s considered a big winery in the Saint-Émilion wine region. During the tour, you’ll get to visit the vineyard and its big wine cellars. While many of the wineries on this list have a family feeling to them this one is a bit different. It’s much more professional and the wine-tasting part is conducted by a professional sommelier who will teach you how to taste wine.

Tour prices range between 15 and 35 euros depending on the number of glasses you’re going to taste. Click here to book a visit. Address: Château  de Ferrand, Saint-Hippolyte, 33330 Saint Emilion

Château Villemaurine

If you come to Saint-Émilion by train and you really don’t want to leave the village, Château Villemaurine is perfect for you as it’s a short walking distance from the village center. The Château combines tradition, modernity, centuries of history, and the refined production of great wines. Château Villemaurine offers three guided tours. The first one is a group discovery tour (15€ / person) where you get to visit the vineyards and the monolithic cellars which are located underneath the vines of the estate. Second is the Heritage tour (15€ / person ) where you will discover the stunning network of quarries owned by the Château Villemaurine. Last is a private tour (45€ / person) which is personally designed for wine enthusiasts.  All the tours include wine tasting at the end. Click here to book the tour online. Address: 23 Villemaurine-Sud, Saint-Émilion

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Visiting with kids

If you’re visiting Saint-Émilion with kids and you’re afraid that a visit to a winery will bore them, take the train tour. The little train leaves every 45 minutes from Espace Villemaurine (next to the bus parking). It’s a 35 minutes tour (7€ / person) that takes you through the vineyards and the big châteaux of Saint-Émilion. If you wish to combine that with a winery visit, the 11€ tour includes a stop at Chateau Rochebelle and its stunning, beautifully lit monolithic cellars (with wine tastings at the end). The tickets can be bought in the tourist office in Saint-Émilion or online (24 hours in advance).  For all the details and to book a train tour click here .

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If you’re planning to stay the night in Saint Emilion, here are my recommendations for the best hotels and B&Bs in and around Saint Emilion .

Now for the more practical part. While some châteaux will welcome spontaneous visitors, most of the wineries require prior reservations. So be sure to book the tours in advance. In addition, unless you’re coming during the summer, some of the châteaux are closed on the weekends, so if you have the chance, try visiting during the week. Lastly, while visiting Saint-Émilion is a beautiful experience any time of the year, there are some months that are less recommended for wine tours. During the winter (from December to March) and especially in January when it gets cold, many wineries are closed for visits. September is one of the most interesting times in the area as it’s the harvest season but take into account that many small châteaux don’t have enough staff to offer tours during that time so make sure to contact the château in advance.

Saint-Émilion is the queen of wine tourism and one article cannot possibly cover all the tours you can take in the area. In this article, I simply wanted to highlight some of the tours I personally enjoyed and offer a variety of both big and small châteaux to help my readers plan their trip to the area. Hope you liked it 🙂

If you’re also visiting Bordeaux be sure to check out my post about the best things to do in the city and the best hotels in Bordeaux . Saint-Émilion is not the only day trip you can do from Bordeaux. The area is full of historic villages and beautiful nature. If you want to discover some of them, I invite you to read my article about the best day trips you can do by train from Bordeaux .

If you want to learn more about wine (from Bordeaux and other regions) you can also visit the Cite du Vin, the amazing wine museum of Bordeaux. I wrote a whole article about it and you can read it here .

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If it’s your first time in Bordeaux you may also like to read some of the following “intro to Bordeaux” articles I wrote: The Ultimate Guide to a weekend Bordeaux  The best districts in Bordeaux  Where to stay in Bordeaux  What to do in one day in Bordeaux Things to do with kids in Bordeaux

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I just wanted to thank you for this article. I found it so helpful and visited several of these suggested places in St-Emilion this past weekend! I have two young children, and I appreciated your thoughtfulness on choosing places and activities with kids in mind…it definitely made a difference for us! Doing a general search for chateaux in the area was so overwhelming, with over 850 to choose from, so this cross-section was a great first experience and introduction to it all!

Emily I’m so so happy to hear that!!! I always travel with my kids as well and it took me some time to find places that are kids friendly, so I know the struggle 🙂 Thank you so much for coming back here to comment 🙂

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Looking for the best Saint Emilion wine tours? We got you covered.

If you’re visiting Bordeaux, France, the gorgeous village of Saint Emilion is just a stone’s throw away and a visit to it is a must. The region is most known for its exquisite wines — Merlot and Cabernet Franc being the main varieties.  

Even if you’ve never been much of a wine connoisseur, that is totally fine — the wine tours to Saint Emilion will guide you through how to taste each glass. We visited the region for 2 weeks, and we learned so much about the regional wines on our tour to Saint Emilion!

Plus you’ll get to see the gorgeous vineyards and learn more about the hard work that goes into the entire process. Truth be told there is a lot of farming, agriculture, and science involved, it’s not all enology.

On top of the beautiful wines you’ll get to try, the entire region is just picture-postcard-perfect. You’ll pass by rows upon rows of vines connecting small villages and chateaux. There is history and beauty, and more wine, at every turn.

So here are the 11 best Saint Emilion wine tours to get the most out of your time in the region. 

Our Top 3 Picks: Best Saint Emilion Wine Tours 2023

Want a quick summary of the best option to visit Saint Emilion wineries? Here are our top three tour picks for Saint Emilion wineries.

Our #1 Pick

Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux

Visit three different Saint Emilion wineries and sample both regional reds and whites. Explore the village of Saint Emilion on a guided walking tour.

Our #2 Pick

Full-Day tour to Saint-Emilion and Medoc, from Bordeaux

Explore beyond Saint Emilion and try neighboring Medoc wines as well. After your tastings, enjoy a three course French picnic lunch.

Our #3 Pick

Saint-Emilion Small-Group Electric Bike Wine Tour Tastings & Lunch from Bordeaux

Explore the vineyards and the countryside at a slow pace on an electric bike. During the tour, you’ll sample four wines while learning about the winemaking process.

11 Best Saint Emilion Wine Tours

There are a lot of options for Saint Emilion wine tours, many of which will bring you to some of the best vineyards near Bordeaux. So we’ve curated the best options to help you decide, here they are, ranked in order starting with what we feel are the best options available.

1. Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 8 hours | Book now

Tour information:

• Location: Saint Emilion and Pomerol
• Start time: 9:30 AM
• Duration: 8 hours
• Size of tour: 2 – 8 people
• Included: Three wine tasting sessions, transportation between Bordeaux and wineries on an air-conditioned minibus, walking tour of Saint Emilion

Explore Saint Emilion, its chateaux and its wines, as well as nearby Pomerol region, with three wine tasting sessions on this full day trip through the area. Your wine tastings will include both reds and whites as well as samplings of grand cru varieties. 

Meet your guide in Bordeaux for the trip out to Saint Emilion by air-conditioned minivan. You’ll start with the Saint Emilion wine tasting before a guided walking tour of the village followed by free time to explore on your own and get lunch.

The way back to Bordeaux rounds the day out with a final stop in the nearby Pomerol region for one more wine tasting.

“Our tour guide, Emily, was outstanding. From the get-go she set a lovely communal tone amongst the group and she was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the region and of course the wines.” – Garreth ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

2. Full-Day tour to Saint-Emilion and Medoc, from Bordeaux

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 9 hours | Book now

Tour information :

• Location: Saint Emilion and Medoc
• Start time: 9:00 AM
• Duration: 9 hours
• Size of tour: maximum of 8 people
• Included: transportation from Bordeaux and to all of the wineries in an air-conditioned vehicle, three winery visits and tastings, three-course picnic lunch

If you want to really explore the area in depth, this wine tour which includes Saint Emilion as well as Medoc is a great option. After leaving your meeting point in Bordeaux you’ll head first to a chateau in Saint Emilion for a tasting of their grand cru wines. 

Then heading into the village you’ll get a chance to see the quaint medieval streets of Saint Emilion on a walking tour. 

For lunch you’ll make your way back through Bordeaux and stop for a three course picnic and another glass of wine. 

Then finally you’ll head north to the Medoc region where the day finishes up with one more tasting and a final picturesque chateau for a photo-op before heading back to your drop off point in Bordeaux.

“Three top notch wineries divided between St Emilion and Margaux. Tours were informative in gorgeous settings, wine samples- representative and lovely.” – MaryAnne ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

3. Saint-Emilion Small-Group Electric Bike Wine Tour Tastings & Lunch from Bordeaux

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 8 hours 30 minutes | Book now

Tour information: 

• Location: Saint Emilion
• Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
• Included: transportation between Bordeaux and Saint Emilion by air-conditioned minivan, e-bikes to ride, lunch, four glasses of wine, walking tour around Saint Emilion

This full day e-bike tour allows you to take in the countryside around Saint Emilion at a leisurely pace. Air-conditioned transportation in a minivan is provided from Bordeaux before you switch to two wheels. 

The first stop on the tour is at a vineyard where you will learn more about wine tasting while samping a few glasses of their product. You’ll also enjoy lunch here. After lunch the tour continues on to another chateau for more wine tasting. In total, you’ll have the chance to sample four glasses of local wine throughout the tour. 

The day finishes with a guided walking tour around the village of Saint Emilion.

“The tour itself was amazing – enjoyed the walking/bike tours & tasting/lunch at different chateaus. Would definitely recommend it!” -Gabriele ( See more reviews )  CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

4. Saint Emilion Afternoon Wine Tour with Winery Visits & Tastings from Bordeaux

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 5 hours | Book now

• Start time: 1:50 PM
• Duration: 5 hours
• Included: transportation in air-conditioned minivan, two winery visits, 5 – 6 glasses of wine, cheese platter, walking tour of Saint Emilion

Get the most out of the region on this winery tour with tastings and a visit to Saint Emilion.

You’ll start your day in Bordeaux where you’ll meet your guide before being transported by air-conditioned minivan to a Saint Emilion region winery. There you’ll have a tour and a tasting and learn more about the process of wine making as well as about what you’re drinking.

After that you’ll head into the village of Saint Emilion where your guide will bring you around on a short walking tour. 

The afternoon will finish up at a second winery. Depending on your specific tour date, this one may be a second Saint Emilion chateau or one in the neighboring Pomerol region. Wherever you end up you’ll enjoy a few more glasses of wine as well as a cheese platter. 

In total, you’ll have the opportunity to sample between five and six glasses of regional wine. 

“The wine tastings were excellent, we didn’t feel rushed and had time to explore Saint-Emilion on our own.” -Patricia ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

5. Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 8 – 9 hours | Book now

• Start time: 9:00 or 10:00 AM
• Duration: 8 – 9 hours
• Size of tour: maximum of 10 people
• Included: Transportation from Bordeaux, e-bike and helmet, wine tours and tastings, lunch, tour of Saint Emilion

Explore the Saint Emilion wine region by e-bike on this full day tour. You’ll first make your way from Bordeaux to the countryside with your guide in the provided transportation. 

Once you get on your e-bike you’ll cycle out to the first vineyard where you’ll have a tour, a wine tasting, and a picnic lunch.

The day continues on with your second winery visit and more wine tasting. And finally, once you arrive back in Saint Emilion you’ll be led around the village on a walking tour before having a bit of free time to wrap up the day. The tour finishes back in Bordeaux at the same meeting point you began at.

“Biking was the best way to see the beautiful country. Hosts at both wineries were welcoming, enthusiastic, and entertaining.” -Spencer ( See more reviews )  CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

6. Saint-Emilion Morning wine tour, winery & tastings from Bordeaux

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 4 hours 10 minutes | Book now

• Start time: 8:50 AM
• Duration: 4 hours 10 minutes
• Included: transportation in air-conditioned vehicle, guided tour of Saint Emilion, tour of winery and tasting of red wines

On this morning winery tour your guide will bring you out to the Saint Emilion countryside to get a taste of the area’s red wines. You’ll go by minivan from Bordeaux with your first stop in the village of Saint Emilion. 

In the village you’ll have a guided walking tour to learn more about its history and for a chance to see the gorgeous streets and breathtaking views. 

This is followed by a grand cru winery visit. There you’ll have a tour of the facilities and a tasting during which you’ll learn more about the wine making process. You’ll sample only red wines on this tour.

“Yan was the most personable and knowledgeable tour guide possible! I know way more about wine now than I did before” -Rhonda ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

7. Saint-Emilion Small Group Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 7 hours | Book now

• Start time: 10:30 AM
• Duration: 7 hours
• Included: air-conditioned transportation from Bordeaux to the chateaux, three wine tastings, lunch with a glass of wine, walking tour of Saint Emilion

During this tour you’ll enjoy three different Saint Emilion region wine tastings . The day starts by making your way from Bordeaux to the Saint Emilion area on air-conditioned transportation. 

At the first chateau you’ll get a tour of the facilities and learn from the winemakers more about their process. And of course you’ll have a chance to have your first wine tasting of the day.

After that the tour heads for lunch, which is a typical French picnic with a glass of wine to go with it. Then it’s time for the second chateau and the second tasting before finally going into the village of Saint Emilion. 

In the village you’ll have one final wine tasting as well as a guided walking tour around its quaint streets.

“Really good tour with lovely guide Stefan who was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The wineries we visited showed different aspects of the wine industry and were very interesting with lovely wines to taste.” -Vanessa ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

8. From Bordeaux: Afternoon Saint-Emilion Wine Tasting Trip

Rating : 4.7 out of 5 stars | Tour length : 5 hours 30 minutes | Book now

• Start time: 2:00 PM
• Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
• Included: Air-conditioned transportation, two chateau visits, 4 – 5 glasses of wine, small appetizer platter, mini wine tasting class, walking tour of Saint Emilion

During this afternoon wine tour , you’ll get to visit two chateaux and try a total of at least four glasses of different Saint Emilion wines. 

The tour departs from Bordeaux on air-conditioned transportation and brings you to the wineries as well as to the village of Saint Emilion. In the village your guide will bring you on a walking tour to tell you more about the history and interesting points of the village.  

At the chateaux you’ll learn more about the winemaking process as well as have a mini-class on the proper way to taste a glass of wine to fully appreciate its different qualities. A small tasting platter of local French produce is offered.

“Our guide, Kaio, was well informed and charming. He led us to two wineries for tastings and a walk through the town of St. Emilion with a visit to caves and great scenic view points.” – Christine ( See More Reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

9. Saint Emilion Half-Day Trip with Wine Tasting & Winery Visit from Bordeaux

Rating: 4.5 out of of 5 stars | Tour length: 4 hours | Book now

Tour information : 

• Start time: 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM
• Duration: 4 hours
• Included: Wine tasting, Air-conditioned transportation from Bordeaux to Saint Emilion and back, walking tour of Saint Emilion

During this wine tasting tour to Saint Emilion you will have the opportunity to try a variety of local reds from a grand cru winery — meaning the wines and the winery are of superior quality. And if that’s not enough, it’s all located at a beautiful chateau which you’ll be able to explore. 

This trip leaves from a meeting point in Bordeaux and brings you to Saint Emilion and back on an air conditioned minivan which fits up to eight people. 

After your wine tasting you’ll continue the journey to Saint Emilion where you’ll have a short walking tour of the beautiful, UNESCO-listed village before some free time to continue exploring on your own. 

“Luigi, our guide, was very knowledgeable not only about the area but about wine as well. We had experience on the processing of wine from previous wine tours in other places, but Luigi taught us about other more useful points about wine selection, particularly for Bordeaux wines.” -Alison ( See more reviews ) CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY

10. Medoc or St-Emilion Small-Group Wine Tasting and Chateaux Tour from Bordeaux

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Tour length : 5 hours 45 minutes | Book now

• Location: Saint Emilion or Medoc
• Duration: 5 hours 45 minutes
• Included: Transportation between Bordeaux and wineries by air-conditioned minivan, tasting of four wines, appetizer platter, mini workshop, tour of Saint Emilion village included in Saint Emilion option only

You choose if you want to spend the afternoon experiencing the wines of Medoc or of Saint Emilion on this small group tour . Whichever you choose, you’ll meet your tour group in Bordeaux and head out by air-conditioned minivan to the vineyards. 

The tour includes visits to two châteaux and the opportunity to taste a total of four wines. You’ll also get to enjoy an appetizer platter of french breads, cheeses, and cured meats. 

Each tour wraps up with a mini workshop with a wine expert on tips for how to best taste test and understand the complexities of the wines. 

Note that only the Saint Emilion option includes a stop in the village.  

“We visited 2 vineyards and tested 2 types of wine at each one. We had a great time!” -Lena ( See more reviews )

11. Saint-Emilion : Village, Château and Wine tasting

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Tour length: 4 hours | Book now

• Included: Transportation on air-conditioned van back and forth from Bordeaux, 3 wine samples, walking tour of Saint Emilion

Explore the Saint Emilion wine region on this half day tour of vineyards to visit near Bordeaux where you’ll learn as much about the wine making process as you will about the history of the region. 

You’ll travel to Saint Emilion with your group and guide by air-conditioned van. There you’ll meet the winemaker at a grand cru winery who will show you around and teach you more about the history and process of winemaking. You’ll then have the chance to sample three glasses of wine. 

Your history lesson will continue with a guided walking tour around the village of Saint Emilion. You’ll get a bit of free time there before heading back to Bordeaux. 

“Great tour with very detailed descriptions of history of wine making. Vincent does a great job and went out of his way to make the tour fun for everyone.” – Arvind ( See more reviews )

What are the most famous wines of Saint Emilion?

Saint Emilion is best known for its reds. Specifically, the wines which come from the Merlot grapes as well as blends or other varieties closely related to Merlots. Many of the vineyards and wines are called “Grand Cru” this means that the wines or the winemakers are of superior quality. The reality is though that this classification does not actually have a measurable value.

One of the most popular and sought after Saint Emilion wine makers is Château Cheval Blanc. Their bottles can often go for hundreds, if not thousands of dollars depending on the vintage (the year the wine was produced).

When is the best time of year to visit Saint Emilion?

Saint Emilion has a lot to offer year round, but the best for Saint Emilion wineries to visit is in the shoulder seasons. That is the springtime — May, June, and even into early July, as well as autumn — September and October especially. 

Both of these periods are amazing times to see the vineyards and the grapes. In the spring, the vines are just starting to come to life after a long winter and are full of small, white, budding flowers before they begin to turn into the tiniest little baby grapes. 

Come autumn the grapes are ready to harvest, so you can catch them either as they are big and heavy and full on the vines, or as the fields are busy with people working to get the harvest in, process, and into a bottle for your next drink.

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The 5 Top Wine Tasting Tours in Saint-Emilion

28 Feb, 2022

Discover Saint-Emilion, the hill of a thousand châteaux.

Saint-Emilion , on the Right Bank of Bordeaux, is a beautiful wine region known as ‘the hill of a thousand châteaux’ and should definitely be your next destination for a wine tasting holiday. The properties are smaller here and many are still family-owned. Made up of stunning Romanesque churches and ruins which stretch along the steep and narrow streets, Saint-Emilion boasts a wine history which dates back as far as the Romans. Read on for our guide to the top wine tasting tours in Saint-Emilion.

1. Half-day Saint-Emilion e-bine and wine tour from Bordeaux

Enjoy a unique e-bike tour through the scenic UNESCO heritage region of Saint-Émilion and visit some of the most famous vineyards in the world. Along the ride there are many stunning viewpoints, so don’t forget your camera and create lasting memories of your experience. Relax and enjoy a French picnic including a wide variety of breads, cheeses, cold meats, wine in a wonderful setting. Ride back to Saint-Émilion, park the bikes, and end your tour!

Discover the beauty of Saint-Emilion on this wine tasting tour – Book with Winerist today. Price from £82, $103 and €95.

2. Saint-Emilion afternoon wine tasting tour from Bordeaux

Enjoy a wine tasting tour at two beautiful châteaux in Saint-Emilion when you book with Winerist today. Price from £78, $104 and €94.

3. Full-day e-bike and wine tasting tour in Saint-Emilion

Explore Saint-Emilion when you book this wine tasting tour with Winerist today. Price from £121, $161 and €145.

4. Full-day Private Workshop in Saint-Emilion: Blend your own wine

Discover the secrets behind wine making, visit Saint-Émilion and sample some of Bordeaux finest wine on this full-day wine tour. Your certified wine guide Frederic has a deep passion for wine. He is the son of a wine grower, has more than 20 years’ experience in the world of wine and knows many of the local winemakers personally. There could be no better guide!

Discover Saint-Emilion with this wine tasting tour when you book with Winerist today. Price from £164, $199 and €185.

5. Private full-day wine tasting tour in Saint-Emilion

Interested in spending a private full day wine tasting tour in Saint-Emilion? Book with Winerist today. Price from £200, $267 and €240.

There can be no better place for a wine tasting holiday than Saint-Emilion . This world-famous Bordeaux appellation has been producing wine for more than 2000 years and is home to over 800 wine producing châteaux. You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to wine tasting experiences! The diversity of the terroir and unique microclimate, combined with exceptionally talented winemakers produce complex, rich red wines that command high prices internationally.

Explore the nearby wine regions by checking out our guides to the 5 top wine tours in Bordeaux and the Médoc .

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A day in Saint Emilion and Pomerol

Starting at 625€ for the party

Nestled on the Dordogne’s right bank, Saint-Emilion epitomizes Bordeaux’s wine country. American visitors explored its rolling hills and sunlit vineyards, learning about the unique climate nurturing Merlot, Cab Franc, and Cab Sauvignon grapes—the essence of its famed red wines. Guided by experts, they uncovered how limestone soils shape these wines, blending tradition and innovation in Saint-Emilion’s winemaking story.

• Full-day private tour
• English-speaking local guide with food and wine expertise
• Guided visit and tasting at two to three Chateaux (visit fees not included)
• Private wine tasting and tour of Saint-Emilion
• Optional: Private cooking class (not included)
• Optional: Guided visit of Saint Emilion’s underground (Monolithic church) (not included)
• Optional: Escape game in a winery
• Optional: Wine blending workshop

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Bordeaux / Saint Emilion / Bordeaux (50 miles/ 1h30 total travel time)

10 AM – BORDEAUX

Hotel pickup in Bordeaux (or another location).

11 AM – VISIT A « GRAND CRU CLASSÉ » ESTATE

Visit a premium winery in Saint Emilion (family-owned estate) and taste the wines of the estate.

12:30 PM – LUNCH

Lunch in the town of Saint Emilion or on a terrace at a winery among the vines.

3 PM – VISIT A GRAND WINE CELLAR IN POMEROL OR SAINT EMILION

Visit a premium winery in Pomerol and taste the wines of the estate.

4 PM – VISIT THE MEDIEVAL TOWN

Discover the town of Saint Emilion and drive through some top wineries of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol… Picture time!

5 PM – ANOTHER TASTING/VISIT OF A « GRAND CRU CLASSÉ » ESTATE

Guided wine tasting in a local wine store in the heart of the town of Saint Emilion OR visit another winery in Saint Emilion and taste the wines of the estate.

6/6:30 PM – BORDEAUX

Arrive back at your hotel.

Wineries visited / Organization / Price

Example of wineries visited during the day (this list is not exhaustive):

Château Figeac, Château Pavie, Château Bellefont Belcier, Château Canon La Gaffelière, Château La Gaffelière, Château Coutet, Château Tour Saint Christophe, Château de Reignac, Château Troplong Mondot, Château de Ferrand, Château de Sales, Château Beauregard, Château de la Rivière, Couvent des Jacobins, Château Villemaurine, Château Saint-George Côte Pavie, Château Guadet, Château Beausejour Becot…

Each visit usually lasts between 1 and 2 hours and includes a presentation of the vineyard, the history of the chateau, a guided tour of the vat room and cellars. Your tour finishes with a tasting of the wine(s) of the estate.

• ​Booking/organization
• Private transportation
• Your English-speaking local wine guide/driver

Not included:

• Winery visit & tasting fees, meals, any personal expenses, airfares, accommodation, travel insurance, and tips.
• Generally anything not listed in the program.

Multiday tour

A day in Saint Emilion and Pomerol

3 full days to discover the main wine regions of Bordeaux. Discover Bordeaux reds, dry whites and sweet whites!

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Picturesque Saint-Emilion

Saint-Emilion is all about elegant Merlot-dominated blends, breathtaking views of hilly vineyards and history all around.

You will visit famous chateaux of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol, walk the Medieval village of Saint-Emilion and taste many wines.

Private Tour

This is a your tour. I will create an itinerary just for your group. Simply let me know the style of wines you like or maybe your favourite chateaux, the type of activities you enjoy and your dining preferences. I will do my best to check all boxes. Alternatively, just relax and let me suggest the best plan.

Hotel Pickup & Drop-off

Your driver-guide will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or apartment in Bordeaux. A pick up at the port of Bordeaux, Bordeaux train station or in Saint-Emilion or other location is possible too.

Medieval Saint-Emilion

Saint-Émilion is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with fascinating Romanesque churches and ruins stretching all along steep and narrow streets. This gem is about 45 minutes East of of Bordeaux by car, on the right bank of the Dordogne river. The famous Pomerol is a neighbour.

Your Guide is a Wine Pro

My partner guides are experienced wine professionals who are happy to share all they know about Bordeaux wines and history. Ask for wine buying advice and for local restaurant recommendations.

Pricing Chart

• Duration 8-9 hours
• Visit of Saint-Emilion if requested
• Pick your favourite Chateaux, top wineries, professional tours (tasting fees are extra)*
• Arranged private driver with a 6 or 7-seater comfortable Mercedes-Benz van**
• Stop for lunch (own expense)
• Bottled water
• Your own car
• Your are the driver
• Reservations at 2-4 wineries*
• Lunch reservation
• Detailed full-day itineraries with directions
• Travel hassle-free

*Winery fees are paid directly to the wineries or prepaid to them.

**Transportation and guiding services provided by trusted partners.  Their fees are included in the price estimate above but paid directly to them.

What to Expect During Winery Visits

Each winery tour lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours. Typically, it includes a guided stroll through vineyard, a tour of the cellars followed by a tasting of 2-3 wines.

Winery visits can be private or public. Private tours give you more attention of the guide or owner and more time to ask questions. As well, you can be flexible with various tasting options, such as include famous vintages, or wine and food pairing in your tasting. 

Please note that winery visits and tastings are own expense and are paid per person directly to the chateaux. Typical winery fees are 12 to 45 euros per person per chateau. Private tours can be slightly more expensive. Please let me know if you prefer private visits or want to upgrade your tasting.

Most wineries sell wines at their boutiques and many would ship wines to your country. You can request to make a stop at a local wine shop. 

Read more in the Frequently Asked Questions section.

Saint-Emilion Wine Tour Itinerary

Leave Bordeaux around 9 am and return around 5-30 pm. This is a sample full-day itinerary. Your unique program with the time schedule and the chateaux to visit will be provided to you in advance of your tour. Tours with cooking classes would include a cooking class in the morning, lunch at chateau, visit of 1 or 2 wineries in Saint-Emilion after lunch and visit of the village.

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14 Top Saint-Emilion Wineries to Visit in 2024

Saint-Emilion – part of the world-renown Bordeaux wine region – is a charming commune in southwest France that was made a  UNESCO   World Heritage Site  in 1999, thanks to its history of prestigious wine-making, beautiful Romanesque churches, and picturesque medieval city. 

Every wine lover should visit Bordeaux, and in particular Saint-Emilion , to learn about and try its famous wine. However, there are nearly 800 Saint-Emilion wineries – mainly family-run – so finding the best St. Emilion wineries to try can be a bit tricky.

Planning your trip to Saint Emilion ?

• Best way to book your tasting appointments: Rue des Vignerons (instant booking)
• Book a private wine tour with driver with B for Bordeaux (personalize your tour)
• Rent a car through Discover Cars (they find all the best deals)

Where to Stay in Saint Emilion:

• Chateau Hotel & Spa Grand Barrail  (Pool & hot tub / wine tasting on site)
• Château Fombrauge – Bernard Magrez Luxury Wine Experience  (free breakfast, and on-site winery)

Best Tours and Experiences in Saint Emilion:

• Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux
• Small-Group Saint-Emilion and Pomerol Day Trip from Bordeaux
• Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

We’ve spent quite a bit of time in Saint-Emilion, so we’ve written this guide to help narrow down the options to just the top 14 wineries that we recommend visiting in the area. Seven of them can be booked easily through Rue des Vignerons using the Make An Appointment buttons below.

On your next foodie vacation to France, spend at least a few days in Saint-Emilion as part of a broader Bordeaux visit that also includes the Medoc area wineries , Graves  and  Pomerol , and you’ll see why the world goes crazy for Bordeaux wines .

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About St. Emilion Wine Tours 

Each wine region in France has a distinct personality due to varied terrain, regional differences, and grape varietals. St. Emilion is no different. This region specializes in red wines — more specifically, Merlots and Cabernet Francs. However, it’s not uncommon to also find Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Petit Verdot.

When preparing for a Saint-Emilion wine tour, you might hear talks of Grand Cru, Premier Grand Cru, and Grand Cru Classe. While quite complex, it means that the winery’s vines are located in these classified areas. These were introduced in Bordeaux in 1855 and used in Saint Emilion since 1955 to classify the terroirs and vineyards according to quality.

The Saint Emilion Grand Cru rankings are revisited every 10 years.

Arrange a Private Tour

If you don’t want to build your own self-guided wine tour to the wine areas of Bordeaux, I suggest booking a private wine tour through B for Bordeaux, a wine tour company run by Berit Simonsen, who is very knowledgeable and works closely with the wineries to ensure your visit is great.

With this tour, the whole process is up to you. You can decide where to go yourself, or have Berit take care of all the details for you. You can book one day or 5 days – it’s entirely up to you.

Here’s a recent customer review: “We considered a few options for a day tour of the Medoc but chose Berit on the basis of her great communication, responsiveness, reasonable rate and her flexibility in meeting our requirements. Our expectations were fully met, even exceeded.”

Check out the offerings here and be sure to tell her that Savored Journeys sent you.

Tours With Rue des Vignerons

• On the road to Saint-Emilion (afternoon) – 99€  or morning tour – 79€ – Departure from the tourist office in Bordeaux. Visit a Grand Cru Classé with a wine tasting, visit the village of St Emilion, and visit a family owned winery.
• On the road to Saint-Emilion by bike (full day) – 160€  – Departure from the tourist office in Bordeaux in a minivan. They will take care of the handling of the bikes, the visit to a chateau in Saint-Emilion and wine tasting, followed by a picnic type lunch in the vineyards. Finish with a visit to the medieval village and a wine tasting in a family winery.

Self-Guided Touring

I personally prefer to do self-guided touring when I visit wine regions because it gives me the greatest flexibility and I actually really like researching and choosing the wineries I want to go to.

While there is a little more work involved because you have to set up all the tours yourself, there are tools that will help make this super easy. The one I use is called Rue des Vignerons . It’s a French website that makes booking wine appointments super easy.

The site has 450 wineries and distilleries, both family-owned and famous houses, that includes 1,500 bookable experiences, including tastings, tours, workshops, and meals. You can book online up to 30 minutes before and your appointment is confirmed instantly. This is the website I used to book all of my Bordeaux tasting appointments.

In our descriptions below, I will give you links directly to Rue des Vignerons for each winery so you can easily book it.

Top Saint-Emilion Wineries to Visit

Chateau de Candale

This is one of the few chateaux that offer lunch and dinner. While it’s a bit farther from the center of town, it’s worth the drive. The restaurant l’Atelier de Candale, is owned by a famous winemaker and cooper, Jean Louis Vicard.

With 4 properties, 2 Grands Crus Classés, 1 restaurant, 1 boutique, and unique wine tourism trails, Château de Candale has everything a visitor is looking for in Bordeaux charm and experiences.

The outdoor patio is perfect for al fresco dining with a view of the vineyards. You can also take a tour and have a tasting. A tasting alone costs 10€. Tour and tastings range from 18 to 30€. You can also do a private gourmet pairing with food for 20€ or a 3-course meal with 3 wine pairings for 60€.

Château de Pressac

Château de Pressac, a Grand cru classé since 2012, is a prestigious winery of St Emilion with a strong medieval history. The Chateau was built in the 14th century. The first grape variety which was used for their wines was the “Noir de Pressac”, which is now called “Malbec”.

It offers the best views of the whole of Saint Emilion from up on a hill. That alone should warrant a visit. But if you’d love to taste their wines, you can’t go wrong with a tour that takes you along the historic property, cellars, and barrels.

To conclude the tour, you’ll also get a special wine tasting of four of their wines that includes a blind tasting with savory pairings. Tour and tasting costs 25€ and lasts 1 hour.

Note: Tours by appointment only

Château Cadet Bon

The Château Cadet Bon is a famous Grand cru classé winery with a biological / organic approach. Its wines are composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. Their vines are located on one of the most typical terroirs of St Emilion, so you can taste the quintessential wine of the area. The soil is composed of three types of minerals which provide the wine’s complexity.

A wine tour and tasting with 3 vintages is 13.50€ and lasts 1 hour 30 minutes. You can also do a tour and comparative tasting of different wines for 19€ or take a full tasting course to unlock the key to tasting wine for 60€ (2h30min).

Château Bernateau

The Château Bernateau is a family-owned winery with 8 generations of winegrowers. The winery has an organic approach and is located 5 minutes from the medieval city, on a beautiful spot that has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

There are tours and tasting available along with a guided walk through the vineyard. At the end of the tour, you will taste several vintages of two of their Saint Emilion Grands Crus wines. You can book a tasting alone for 6€ or a tour and tasting lasting 1h30 or 2hrs and ranging in price from 10€ to 25€.

Château Grangey

Château Grangey is family owned organci winery just 5km from St Emilion. It was built 3 centuries ago and has a strong history. Franck and Elodie (the winegrowers) describe themselves as wine lovers who are happy to share their passion with visitors and to invite them into their world.

Their tour and tasting is 15€ or 40€ with a vertical tasting of their premier wine, Château Grangey. Both experiences last for 1 hour and you’ll visit the cellar where the barrels, casks and amphorae are housed.

Château Beau Séjour Bécot

This is an iconic chateau of St Emilion, awarded “Premier Grand Cru classé”. The setting and experience are breathtaking, exactly as you would hope for a Bordeau winery. The Becot Family, who have been established in ST Emilion since the French Revolution, bought the winery in 1969 and it was classified as a Premier Cru in 1996.

The soil of the vines has an exceptional terroir composed of calcaire, which is very unique. They also have 7 hectares of ancient limestone quarries that form a perfect cellar for tens of thousands of bottles of wine. The wine tours and tasting are more expensive here (from 41€), but it’s worth it.

Chateau Guadet

This chateau is a small, family-run winery right in the heart of Saint-Emilion. It has been in the family for many generations. There is a really extensive and incredible underground cave cellar that you can tour, which ends in a wonderful tasting of their Grand Cru Classe wine.

It is essential to make a reservation prior to visiting the cellar.

Chateau Chauvin

Château Chauvin, a Grand Cru Classé since 1955, has belonged since 2014 to the Cazes-Régimbeau family, who are also co-owners of the famous Château Lynch-Bages in Pauillac, a pioneer in wine tourism, which has been receiving numerous visitors for decades.

Just 40 km from the centre of Bordeaux, this small family estate offers a friendly stopover with a visit to the new cellars. Click below to book a tour and tasting.

Chateau Franc Mayne

Château Franc Mayne is a Grand Cru Classé in Saint Emilion. They do traditional farming with horses on sloping plots, manual harvest and sorting, and plot vinification in order to ensure the best yield and quality. A former post house proves that pilgrims used to come here on their way to Santiago de Compostela.

Chateau Fombrauge

The name Fombrauge comes from “Fons brogiera”, which means “water source surrounded by heathers and bushes”. The water source that garnered the name of this Grand Cru Classé still exist and is located at the heart of the vineyard. This is one of the largest wineries in Saint-Emilion, with more than 5860 hectares.

Chateau Mauvinon

Located just 4km from the famous medieval village of St Emilion, Chateau Mauvinon is a lovely family owned estate of the prestigious Saint Emilion appellation classified as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The winery offers a simple tasting of 2 or 4 wines, or you can book a walk in the vineyards, a visit of the vat house and a commented tasting of 3 wines paired with 3 cheeses to better understand wine and food pairing.

Chateau La Dominique

Dating to the 16th century, Château La Dominique is a Grands Crus Classés winery a short drive from the city center. 

The current owner, Jean-Claude Fayat, has been walking the grounds since he was 11. Today, he and his team ensure the grape variety vines of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon always cultivate exceptional wines.

The most basic tour is the La Dominique’s Delicacies tour which sees you tasting their wines paired with Chocolaterie Maëlig’s chocolates. You can also take a VIP, private, and blind-tasting tour. Besides the wine tasting, all four tours also show you around the estate.

The Saint Emilion chateau also has a restaurant called “La Terrasse Rouge”. Here, guests can eat a range of meals paired perfectly with the winery’s best wines. 

Note: All of these tours are by appointment only.

Where to Stay

If you’re looking for a chateau in Saint Emilion to spend the night in, these centrally located hotels are more than just a simple hotel. Both of them are in grand estates with wineries attached where you can also do a wine tasting!

How to Get to Bordeaux’s Wine Regions

Bordeaux is an easy city to reach, as it is very well connected with the rest of Europe . It is just a few hours’ train ride from Paris, making it an easy side trip.  

I’m not aware of any direct flights from the U.S. to Bordeaux, but there are a lot of connecting flight options (which is great news for anyone looking to take advantage of a  free stopover in another major European city).

Once you’ve landed in Bordeaux, you can take a bus or the tram into the city center, or rent a car and drive to the countryside to visit the Chateaux.

If your goal is wine tasting and going on Bordeaux vineyard tours, then a car is a necessity. Not that you can’t get around by public transpiration, but it will take you so much longer. We recommend booking a car through Discover Cars . They collect and display the best car rental deals and they’re very easy to work with.

Best Wineries to Visit in St Emilion: Conclusion

If you’re looking for some of the best St. Emilion wines, you won’t go wrong stopping by one of these. Whether you’re hoping to get more insight into the estates or winemaking process or just want to have fun tasting different wines. You’ll have a great time at any one of these top Saint Emilion wineries.

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Charlotte and I would like to visit the Chateau Orisse Du Casse vineyard and wondered if you could arrange this – ideally in July

Jeremy, unfortunately I’m not a travel agent so I can’t book anything for you. If it’s a winery that can be visited, perhaps try to contact them directly.

Hello Laura, Excellent article and very useful information. Do you happen to know which winery is the closest walking distance to the centre? We would like to fit a tour or wine tasting during our day out in Bordeaux and walking will be ideal. If it is not recommended because of distance, we will contact Discover Cars. Many thanks

Do you mean from Bordeaux centre? I think you’d be better off walking to a wine bar, like Le Bar a Vin or Max Bordeaux. If you mean Saint Emilion, then Chateau Guadet and Chateau Cardinal-Villamaurine are within easy walking distance.

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Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

The perfect way to tour the hilly wine region of St Emilion

After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.

An on board commentary in available in several languages including French, English and Spanish. You have the option to buy a ticket for the train only or one that includes stopping off at a Chateau for a wine-tasting and to find out more about the wine making business.

Le Train des Grands Vignobles runs regularly throughout the day from the first weekend of April to mid-November. Each tour lasts around 35 minutes, or 1hr20 if you stop off at Chateau Rochebelle.

Who should go

This is a great trip for anyone who does not have the time or the inclination to take on a day or half day tour of the vineyards. This quick trip gives you a good overview of the classification system of wines and of the history of some of the wineries. Entertaining for all the family.

Visitor comments

• "The caves/cellars were amazing! We learnt a lot about the classification of red wine in the region, from the 'Cru' to 'Grand Cru' to 'Grand Cru Classe'! The tasting was small, but very informative - how to drink, what to look out for - colour, tannins, taste. It was very genuine and not at all pretentious." - Trip Advisor
• "Had a great day and very hot !!!! Well worth the ride around the various Chateaus. Great guide who was very pleasant. Would recommend." - Trip Advisor
• "If you don't have much time the "rail" trip is ideal. The cobbled streets of the township and the wine caves, restaurants, wine stores and old buildings are all an experience on its own, but the "train" allows a wider view of the lovely Chateau and vineyards surrounding St Emillion. You have the option to stop off at a vineyard and I'd highly recommend you do." - Trip Advisor

What to see

You will pass by 18 of the most well-known vineyards of the Saint Emilion area, learning about their classifications and histories. You will also travel through the rolling countryside outside of Saint Emilion, that is covered by vines and chateau style buildings.

How to book

You can make a booking in advance online on their website. Or alternatively you can buy your tickets directly at the ticket hut which is situated at the train departure point at Espace Villemaurine.

How to get passes

There are two types of ticket that you can buy. A ticket for the train only, or a ticket for the train, plus a wine tasting. You should stipulate which one you want at time of purchase.

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3 Best Saint Emilion Wine Tours From Bordeaux

Wine lovers in search of the best Saint Emilion wine tours & tastings? You’ve come to the right place!

My visit to the Bordeaux region was the perfect wine-filled European getaway. I’ve been lucky enough to visit Saint Emilion a couple of times and found some great tours & wine tasting options that I’ll share with you.

For those who don’t know, Saint Emilion is the most charming French town full of delicious wines, stunning architecture, and quaint restaurants.

It is also home to some of the most prestigious wines and estates such as, Chateau Pavie and Château Cheval Blanc .

In September, a prime time for visiting, I was fortunate to experience wine tasting on two of these tours, enhancing the charm of the season.

I’ll share the best way to explore all of the beauty that this part of France has to offer, which is by taking a guided wine tour from Bordeaux !

Based on your interests and the time you have available, choose the one among these three tours that best suits you.

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Is St. Emilion Worth Visiting?

The idyllic French town of St. Emilion is absolutely worth visiting! It’s renowned for its wine vineyards and historic architecture.

A truly charming village in the Bordeaux region of France, situated just about 35 kilometers (22 miles) east of Bordeaux city , making it an easily accessible day trip and enchanting destination for anyone seeking the essence of French beauty and viticulture.

What Are the Best Wine Tours in Saint Emilion?

There are several wine tours that leave from Bordeaux to Saint Emilion!

I am going to suggest the two tours I personally took , and the other tour that is the highest rated .

Is Saint Emilion Popular For Wine Tasting?

YES! Saint-Émilion wine tasting is one of the most popular activities for wine enthusiasts visiting the Bordeaux region.

Known for its rich, full-bodied red wines, Saint-Émilion offers visitors the chance to sample a variety of vintages from local vineyards.

Easily join guided tours or rent a car and do your own private tastings.

🍇 Pro Tip: If you are visiting in July and August be sure to book your tour in advance as it’s the busiest time for the region.

Top 3 Winery Tours From Bordeaux to St. Emilion

#1. Half-Day Morning Winery & Wine Tasting Tour

#2. Half-Day Afternoon Winery & Wine Tasting Tour

#3. Full Day Wine Tour of 2 Wine Regions + 6 Wine Tastings

#1. Half-Day Morning Wine Tasting Tour From Bordeaux to Saint Emilion

On this tour, I enjoyed an ideal half-day of wine tasting in St. Emilion!

Opting for this wine tour from Bordeaux to Saint Emilion allows you to savor some of France’s finest wines and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery that surrounds them.

It is perfect for anyone looking to start their day by going on a day trip to Saint Emilion vineyards!

With just enough activity for a half-day trip, this is the ideal way to get a taste of medieval village life and some of the best Bordeaux wines.

Saint Emilion Wine Tour Itinerary

Price: $117 & Duration: 4 hours (tasting fees included)

• 9:00 AM: I started the day by meeting the guide and group at the Bordeaux Tourism Office.
• Departure: Then we begin a scenic drive in an air-conditioned mini-van to Saint Emilion, with informative commentary on notable vineyards en route. Luckily, no traffic, and we arrived in 45 minutes!
• Winery Tour: At the first stop, we learned about the local wine harvesting and production processes. We briefly explored the areas where wine is produced and stored.
• Wine Tasting Session: Then a wine tasting session in a Classified Growth Chateau in Saint Emilion. We were able to taste exquisite wines. Tastings include a variety of wines, such as Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot, accompanied by dark chocolate. (Wines vary per season)
• Village Visit: After our tasting, it was time to take a self guided tour of the famous village of Saint Emilion, including key sights like the largest Monolithic Church . I spent my free time exploring the medieval town and looking for those hidden gem photo opportunities.
• Optional Dinner: After about 1 hour it’s time to go back, unless you want to stay on your own. Public transportation is available for return to Bordeaux’s main train station .
• Return Information: Trains to Bordeaux run approximately every hour, with a 30-minute transit time.

🍇 Half- Day Wine Tasting Tour

#2. Half-Day Afternoon Winery Tour and Wine Tastings

Price: $107 & Duration: 5 hours (tasting fees included)

This tour is ideal for anyone who wants to start wine tasting later in the day. I loved having this option on my second trip to the region.

Saint-Emilion Afternoon Wine Tour Itinerary

• Location: Enjoy your morning relaxing in the city of Bordeaux and meet at the Bordeaux Tourism Office at 12 cours du 30 Juillet.
• Activity: Then you will join a small group tour with a warm welcome from your guide, setting the scene for an afternoon of wine exploration.
• En Route for 1 hour: Take a delightful journey through the French countryside, experiencing the deep history and special features of Bordeaux’s vineyards. Your guide will enhance your understanding of wine and share interesting details about the beautiful landscapes around you.
• Grand Cru Winery Experience (1 hour 15 minutes):
• Location: Visit a prestigious Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé Château.
• Activity: Dive into the world of winemaking, learning about the various stages from grape to glass. Enjoy a guided tasting session, sampling some of the château’s renowned wines.
• Activity: Arrive in the picturesque village of Saint-Emilion. Embark on a guided walking tour along the charming, medieval streets, uncovering the village’s history and culture.
• Location: Explore a family-owned winery in either the Saint-Emilion Grand Cru or Pomerol appellation.
• Activity: Engage in an expert-led wine tasting, complemented by a selection of local delicacies. This intimate experience provides a deeper understanding of local winemaking traditions and techniques.
• Activity: Conclude your enriching wine tour experience with a leisurely drive back to Bordeaux, reflecting on the day’s discoveries.
• Drop-off: Arrive back at the Bordeaux Tourism Office, where your memorable afternoon in Saint-Emilion comes to an end.

🍇 Afternoon Wine Tasting Tour

#3. Full-Day Wine Tour of Two Bordeaux Wine Regions & 6 WineTastings

Price: $176 & Duration: 8.5 hours (tasting fees included) * Not available November through March

One of the best and only full-day group tours to the Saint Emilion area from Bordeaux can be booked from April through October.

On this tour, you will visit 2 wine regions and partake in 6 wine tastings!

Full-Day Bordeaux Wine Region Winery Tour Itinerary

• Activity: Commence your full-day tour with an introduction by your guide, setting the stage for a journey through Bordeaux’s renowned wine regions.
• Location: Explore a prestigious Classified Growth Estate in Bordeaux.
• Stroll around the vineyards, appreciating the picturesque scenery.
• Tour through the estate’s cellars, learning about its unique wine-making process.
• Enjoy two exclusive wine tastings, sampling the estate’s renowned wines.
• Location: Visit a charming, family-run Château in the Bordeaux region.
• Discover traditional wine-making methods.
• Engage in a tasting session of the Château’s distinct wines.
• Location: Journey to Saint-Emilion.
• Activity: Relish a picnic lunch at a chateau amidst the scenic beauty of Saint-Emilion.
• Location: Explore an authentic, family-run Grand Cru Classé estate on the right bank of Bordeaux.
• Tour the traditional vat room and cellar, feeling the intimacy of this private chateau.
• Participate in a tasting class, learning to identify wine aromas and understanding the nuances of wine tasting.
• Location: Saint Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed village.
• Activity: Embark on a guided tour of the village, uncovering its rich history and cultural significance.
• Activity: Wind down as you travel back to Bordeaux, reflecting on a day filled with wine discovery and historical insights.
• Drop-off: Arrive back at the Bordeaux Tourist Office, concluding your day trip into the heart of Saint-Emilion’s wine culture.

🍇 Full-Day Saint Emilion Wine Tasting Tour

Where in France is Saint-Emilion Region located?

Saint-Emilion is located in the Dordogne region of France, 8 miles (13 km) east of Bordeaux.

It is a historic vineyard town and UNESCO World Heritage site known for its wineries, narrow streets made of cobblestone, and hilltop monolithic church.

I captured a postcard-worthy photo of the magnificent view and most beautiful countryside from atop St. Emilion.

The medieval village is embedded in a region that produces some of the world’s most popular and celebrated wines. From Bordeaux, you can reach Saint-Emilion by car in about 20 to 30 minutes.

The town is accessible by train services that run every day from Bordeaux Gare Saint Jean station.

The Best Vineyards to Visit in Saint Emilion

There are many wineries in the Saint Émilion / Bordeaux region each with its own stories and wine-making traditions.

Some of Saint Emilion’s best wineries to visit include Château Coutet , Chateau La Rose Monturon , Château de Pressac , and Château La Croizille . There are more, but these are among the best wineries to discover.

Saint Emilion in France offers the perfect environment for organic vineyards. This old-world city offers numerous exquisite organic wines and the best way to experience them is by visiting one of its many chateaux and vineyards.

Once you have come here, you can be sure of having a truly unique experience.

All of these wineries offer stunning views and some even provide guided tours to enhance the experience.

From organic whites to bold organic reds with an array of aromas and flavors, the vineyards of Saint Emilion are guaranteed to leave oenophiles enthralled!

Tips for enjoying your wine tour without spending a lot of money

Planning a wine tour doesn’t have to break the bank. With a bit of research and some savvy shopping, it’s easy to find 1 ticket that provides you with access to many wineries without spending an arm and a leg.

Researching upcoming events and special offers can also help you save money on tour admission fees.

Once you’ve arrived, look for tasting passes that will give you the most bang for your buck and check into local community discounts that may be available.

By doing your homework beforehand, and sticking to a budget while on the tour, it’s easy to enjoy the scenery, sip some delicious wines, and taste delightful samples without breaking your budget .

When to Visit Saint Emilion For a Winery Tour

Visiting wineries in Saint Emilion for a wine tour is incredibly rewarding, but choosing the best time of year can make all the difference.

Summer season and fall are two of the most popular seasons for this type of experience.

During summer, visitors benefit from warm days and balmy nights, perfect for strolls through vineyards and leisurely tastings in wineries.

In fall, days are usually still mild enough to wander and explore while surrounded by spectacular foliage.

However, if you’re looking to avoid crowds and don’t mind cooler temperatures, spring may offer the ideal timing for winery visits.

Should I Join A Wine Tour If I am Traveling Alone?

In my opinion, traveling solo and joining these tours is a great way to actually meet new people!

When I travel with friends I am less likely to strike up conversations with a stranger.

An organized tour is the most efficient way to see the sights and stunning scenery while learning about some of France’s finest wines.

I was able to kick back and just enjoy the day without worrying about any of the logistics.

NOTE: If you visit in Saint Emilion wine region in the summer months it will be the busiest time!

Why a Wine Tour is Perfect for a Solo Traveler

From Bordeaux, Saint Emilion is the perfect day trip for any solo traveler! Traveling alone can sometimes get a little boring or lonely.

But with group tours that have options of half-day or full-day tours, you can break up that solidarity .

These tours give you the opportunity to meet new people as you explore a variety of tasting rooms, all while learning about Saint Emilion’s famous wines.

Whether you are looking to meet fellow travelers or locals, you can create unforgettable memories with the friendly and open-minded citizens of Saint Emilion who often share their knowledge about the area’s iconic wines.

In short, Saint Emilion is an ideal destination for a solo wine tour where you can enjoy the beautiful countryside and meet incredible new people. It’s the best place to truly appreciate French old vintages!

Final Thoughts on Saint-Emilion Wine Tours

If you love wine and are in Bordeaux, you should definitely go on one of these wine tours.

The ones I went on to St. Emilion were the best part of my trip each time!

Being on the tour made everything more fun and interesting. The tour guide knew so much and was really funny.

I really think going on a wine tour in St. Emilion is a great idea!

FAQs for Saint-Emilion Wine Tours

Yes! You can find affordable group wine tours to Saint Emilion. I joined a wine tour to Saint Emilion from Bordeaux that was $70. The tour was a half day and included transportation and the winery ticket. I found that it was great value for the money and would absolutely do it again when I return to the Bordeaux region.

Yes! There are many companies that offer private winery tours in Saint Emilion. Speaking from my experience, I would highly recommend visiting the St. Emilion region on a tour. A private tour guide will know exactly how to organize the best day to the best wineries in St. Emilion!

Melissa Byron, a seasoned solo traveler since 2009, is the founder & visionary behind A Solo Woman Traveling. Drawing from her extensive personal experience globetrotting solo to over 40 countries, she has dedicated herself to a mission: crafting invaluable guides and itineraries for women who embark on solo adventures.

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I’m a solo traveller and have never thought to do a wine tour, it’s cool to see it reviewed from this perspective!

Wow- this sounds like such a charming destination. I’m definitely adding it to my list of places to see the next time I’m in France. Excellent information!

The Saint Emilion wine tour looks amazing! I always love a good budget tip too, thank you so much!

A wine tour featuring delicious wine with picture-perfect scenery, what more could you ask for? Spending the day on a wine tour looks like a must-do activity when visiting.

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Tour of Saint-Emilion : Village, Chateau & wine tasting

A morning or an afternoon of beautiful views through the world heritage vineyards and village. The perfect frame to find out about the art of wine-making and tasting.

• Visit and tasting of the 3 wines at a chateau in Saint-Emilion
• Guided tour of Saint-Emilion UNESCO village
• Small group tour

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 through a village visit. You will discover the secrets of this medieval village, which is the birthplace of Bordeaux winemaking.

Next, you will visit a castle and enjoy a tasting of 3 wines. You will learn more about the specificities of this appellation, including the grape varieties and winemaking techniques used to create these unique wines.

This small-group tour in an ideal setting will introduce you to the art of winemaking and tasting, and allow you to ask all your questions to our guide!

- 09 AM : Pickup from Olala Bordeaux

- 01 PM : Drop-off at Olala Bordeaux

- 02 PM : Pickup from Olala Bordeaux

- 06 PM : Drop-off at Olala Bordeaux

Return times may change depending on traffic conditions.

List of partner Chateau 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…

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Guided tour of the village of Saint-Emilion (UNESCO)

Guided tour of a winery and tasting of 3 wines

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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 can conduct the tour in French and English (bilingual), he adapts to the participants. The chateaux and the schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. 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.It is imperative to arrive 10 minutes before the departure time of your tour, no delay possible, to ensure the comfort of the group and the respect of the schedule.

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Visit Saint-Emilion, France

Saint-Emilion is a charming town in the heart of Bordeaux’s Wine Region . It is a mecca for wine lovers due to the massive presence of wine châteaux. Not by chance, Saint-Emilion, France, is the first place in the world to have had a grape variety listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Saint-Emilion is located 48 kilometers east of Bordeaux . Besides producing world-renowned wines, Saint-Emilion features stunning monuments and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Saint-Emilion makes one of the best day trips from Bordeaux . The most popular way to do it is by joining one of the guided wine tours from Bordeaux available in this area, but it is also possible to visit Saint-Emilion by train.

Keep reading to discover how to visit Saint-Emilion with our top tips!

Saint-Emilion Wine

Bordeaux Saint-Emilion is one of the most famous wine areas in France and worldwide. It is located in Bordeaux’s so-called “Right Bank” zone at the northeastern end of the wine region. Saint-Emilion vineyards produce distinguished wines, and it has more than 600 producers.

Bordeaux Saint-Emilion wines are predominantly made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc and range from fragrant and delicate flavors to enveloping and powerful ones. This difference is mainly due to the different soil properties.

The very best Saint-Emilion wines are classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé A, and only four châteaux are at this level: Château Angelus, Château Cheval Blanc, Château Ausone, and Château Pavie.

The other châteaux produce Premier Grand Cru Classé B or Grand Cru Classé wines.

Unlike the  Loire Valley Castles  or the  Medieval Castles in Dordogne , the Châteaux in Saint-Emilion were not the homes to kings or nobles. The Châteaux in Saint Emilion are big private mansions built from the 18th century onwards, and they have the particularity to have in-sight vineyards and host the whole process of Bordeaux wine production, from grape harvesting to wine bottling.

The “château” concept in Bordeaux is related to wine production, not the building’s history or architecture. In other words, if they don’t do the entire wine production process on-site, these buildings cannot be called “châteaux.”

St Emilion Wine Tours from Bordeaux

The perfect way to visit Saint-Emilion is by joining a Saint-Emilion wine tour combining sightseeing and wine tasting.

The best perk of doing a Saint-Emilion wine tour from Bordeaux is that it often includes pick-up from central Bordeaux, and you will spend the drive in the comfort of a minivan, so you can taste as many wines as you want. 

Saint-Emilion wine tours usually include visiting at least one of the best Châteaux in St Emilion with an expert sommelier who will teach you all about the grapes grown in the estate and how the wine production works before accompanying you to the tasting.

In general, St Emilion wine tours will focus on wine rather than sightseeing, so you will have limited time to explore Saint-Emilion town. For instance, these tours rarely include visiting the fantastic Saint-Emilion underground heritage.

The typical things to do in Saint Emilion during a Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion wine tour are a stroll around the Medieval Town and a visit to the Cordeliers Cloister . Don’t miss the panoramic views over the Saint-Emilion Vineyards from the King’s Tower and from the viewpoint just in front of the Collegiate Church.

Best Saint Emilion Tours with Transportation from Bordeaux

Bordeaux to St Emilion by Train (Self-Guided)

A Bordeaux day trip to Saint-Emilion with public transportation is easy to organize. You can easily get to St Emilion from Bordeaux by train.

The Bordeaux to Saint Emilion train will depart from Bordeaux’s Gare St. Jean station and will arrive at Gare Saint-Emilion train station in around 30 minutes. This train connection is frequent, with 15 trains departing from Bordeaux daily – Click here to buy your train tickets

Bordeaux’s St. Jean train station isn’t located right in the city center. To get there, you can either walk for half an hour, get the bus (number 1) or the tram (letter C or D).

A day trip from Bordeaux to St Emilion by train gives you the chance to visit the unmissable Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church – the largest monolithic church in Europe – which you must book well in advance. With more time on-site, you can also have lunch in one of the 18 Michelin-starred restaurants in Saint-Emilion. For the best things to eat, check out our Bordeaux food guide .

The main con of choosing a day trip to Saint-Emilion by train is that it is difficult to visit the wineries since you won’t have private transportation. What you can do instead is buy some bottles in one of the many wine shops in town.

Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion Tour by Car

Saint-Emilion is located 48 kilometers from Bordeaux, and you can travel between them in 1 hour.

In Saint-Emilion, there are several free and paid parking spaces. Check out this Saint-Emilion Parking page to find all the information you need for parking the car in Saint-Emilion.

Getting to Saint-Emilion by car allows you to discover its lovely center at your own pace, including the Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church, which can only be accessed by a guided tour reserved in advance.

When you are done exploring Saint-Emilion, it’s time to take the car again and drive to some of the best wineries in Saint-Emilion:

• Château Jean Faure (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)
• Château Fombrauge (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)
• Château de Pressac (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)
• Couvent des Jacobins (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)
• Château Franc Mayne (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)

On this page , you will find a complete list of the Châteaux in Saint-Emilion open for visits (in French and English) and Saint-Emilion wine tasting. Please keep in mind that it is necessary to book your spot in advance.

For a unique wine-centered day out of Bordeaux, combine the visit of the Châteaux of Saint-Emilion with the Châteaux of Médoc .

You can also visit Saint-Emilion as part of a French road trip . If you need ideas for your road trip itinerary, check out this road trip from Bordeaux to Biarritz , which includes a stop at Saint-Emilion.

If you don’t have a car, you can rent one in Bordeaux – check out our best tips for renting a car in France .

DiscoverCars is a good place for car rental in France, as it compares prices from local and international companies like Avis, Hertz, etc. – Click here to rent your car in Bordeaux

And there you have it, all the ways to plan a Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion wine tour with our best tips for a unique day in this lovely wine town.

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Discover the diverse flavors of Saint-Emilion on this 5 hour and 30 min-small-group food and wine tour from Bordeaux. Explore the medieval streets of Saint-Emilion with your guide and gain insight into centuries of colorful French history. Visit wineries and cellars throughout the area, and sample wines made from grapes such as merlot and cabernet franc. Compare local wines with those from across the world at a Grand Cru winery, and enjoy an additional glass of wine served with a typical French aperitif! You will receive personalized attention from your local guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

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Saint Emilion Wine Lovers (PM): $110

Duration: 5 hours

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• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

What's Included

• English speaking local guide
• Pickup and drop-off in central Bordeaux
• Saint Emilion medieval town guided walk
• 2 winery visits. 5/6 tastings and an extra glass of wine at the final winery visit
• French aperitif: wine paired with local delicacies at the second winery
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Kids from 12 years old. Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• The minimum number of people for each tour is 2. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if the minimum is not reached and proceed to a full refund.
• Saint Emilion is a quaint, charming little village. This tour includes a 1h guided tour of the town, including some free time for you to roam around as long as the tour leaves Bordeaux on time. Also, you will not be able to fully explore the whole village, as we have strict appointments at each chateau. If you wish to stay longer in the village, you can organize another day trip yourself, as there’s a train station not far from the town center. For any further information about this, please feel free to contact us.
• Unfortunately Saint Emilion village is not wheelchair accessible. Please contact us for alternatives.
• We are not providing bottles of water, please bring your own. (water refill available at each winery)

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The publication was effusive in praise for the 2020 Pavie, awarding 96 points and describing its “stunning fruit, with loganberry, blackberry and boysenberry compote notes moving through steadily, carried by a deeply embedded chalk spin.” Of the 95-point Monbousquet, James Molesworth wrote “ Everything stays in lockstep through the very long finish.” These two wines perfectly represent the greatness of the 2020 vintage in Bordeaux, especially on the Right Bank. Concierge special pricing will last for one week only, so don’t delay in securing these special wines!

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• Mobile Voucher Accepted
• Free Cancellation
• Duration: 3 Hrs
• Language: English
• Departure Time : 10:00 AM
• Departure Details : Karl Marks Monument on Revolution Square, metro stop: Square of Revolution
• Return Details : Metro Smolenskaya
• If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
• If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
• Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular, mind-bending Moscow Metro! Be awed by architecture and spot the Propaganda , then hear soviet stories from a local in the know. Finish it all up above ground, looking up to Stalins skyscrapers, and get the inside scoop on whats gone on behind those walls.

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We begin our Moscow tour beneath the city, exploring the underground palace of the Moscow Metro. From the Square of Revolution station, famous for its huge statues of soviet people (an armed soldier, a farmer with a rooster, a warrior, and more), we’ll move onto some of the most significant stations, where impressive mosaics, columns, and chandeliers will boggle your eyes! Moreover, these stations reveal a big part of soviet reality — the walls depict plenty of Propaganda , with party leaders looking down from images on the walls. Your local guide will share personal stories of his/her family from USSR times, giving you insight into Russia’s complicated past and present. Then we’re coming back up to street level, where we’ll take a break and refuel with some Russian fast food: traditional pancakes, called bliny. And then, stomachs satiated, we are ready to move forward! We’ll take the eco-friendly electric trolleybus, with a route along the Moscow Garden Ring. Used mainly by Russian babushkas(grannies) during the day, the trolleybus hits peak hours in the mornings and evenings, when many locals use it going to and from their days. Our first stop will be the Aviator’s House, one of Stalin’s Seven Sisters, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — and you’ll hear the legends of what has gone on inside the walls. Throughout your Moscow tour, you’ll learn curious facts from soviet history while seeing how Russia exists now, 25 years after the USSR.

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Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking. For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people

Traveler Reviews

This tour exceeded our expectations. Nikolai (Nick), our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, thorough, and has a great personality. He didn't take shortcuts and really covered everything that was on the agenda in great detail. We saw beautiful metro stations and learned the history behind them, including many of the murals and designs.

We did the tour with Anna her knowledge and understanding of the History surrounding the metro brought the tour alive. Well done Anna!

This tour was amazing!

Anna was a great tour guide. She gave us heaps of interesting information, was very friendly, and very kindly showed us how to get to our next tour.

Amazing beauty and history.

An excellent tour helped by an absolutely amazing guide. Anna gave a great insight into the history of the metro helped by additional material she had prepared.

great tour and guide - thanks again

great will do it again, Miriam ke was very good as a guide she has lived here all here life so knew every interesting detail.a good day

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

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Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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