Chateaux & Terroirs, Half-day wine tour
Excursion from Bordeaux to the medieval town of Saint-Émilion. Guided tour of the monolithic church, discovery of the UNESCO-listed village, and wine tasting in a château: a half-day experience blending history and fine wines.
- From November 2025 to April 2026: half-day tour to Saint-Émilion on Saturdays.
- Tour conducted by official guides with professional card, in French and in English.
- An attractive price for a first discovery of the Bordeaux vineyards.
- Bilingual tour in French and English.
In winter (from November 2025 to March 2026), departures every Saturday for a half-day excursion to Saint-Émilion.
Discover Saint-Émilion, the region’s emblematic medieval village and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the impressive monolithic church carved into the rock, a true underground treasure unique in Europe. Continue your experience among the vineyards with a tour of a wine château and learn the art of tasting Saint-Émilion wines. A must-do half-day combining heritage, culture, and the pleasures of fine wine.
From April to October 2026:
- Monday: Discover the two colors of the wines from the Bordeaux estuary. Start with a fresh and lively white wine, perfect for a light and easy tasting, followed by a warm and fruity red wine, easy to enjoy. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Tuesday and Saturday: Explore the Médoc, in the northern part of the Bordeaux vineyards. Taste two structured and elegant red wines, powerful yet approachable, appealing to both beginners and wine lovers. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Wednesday: Discover the southern Bordeaux vineyards and be surprised by the variety of wines. Enjoy a fresh and fruity red wine, a vibrant and aromatic dry white, or a rich and smooth sweet white like Sauternes, all easy to taste and full of character. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Thursday and Sunday: Visit Saint-Émilion, a medieval village with cobbled streets listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore its monolithic underground church. Then, dive into the vineyard with a visit and tasting. Savor the red wines from the estate, generous, balanced, and easy to enjoy, perfect for discovering the elegance of Saint-Émilion.
- Friday: Immerse yourself in the freshness of Bordeaux white wines, ideal for a simple and enjoyable tasting. Light, lively, and aromatic, these wines offer a refreshing experience, perfect for awakening your palate and fully enjoying the terroir.
Departure from the Bordeaux Tourist Office at 1:30 PM, return at 6:30 PM.
It is mandatory to present an e-ticket per person, either downloaded or printed, to board the bus.
Organized by the Bordeaux Metropolitan Tourist Office and Convention Bureau.
Good to know
Duration
What's included
The guide, transport by coach.
Saint-Emilion: 1 tour and tasting of 2 wines at a Château, and access to the monolithic church.
Not included
Personal expenses
Number of participants
Good to know
Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Each participant must present their e-ticket, either downloaded or printed, to board the bus; babies and children under 5 years old are not accepted for safety reasons.
A person under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and is not allowed to taste the wine.
Answer from Monsieur l'Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole
Dear Gracelynn, Thank you for your comments and kind words regarding the professionalism of our colleague Nawelle. We will pass on your feedback to the relevant department in order to improve the quality of this tour. We are nevertheless delighted that you enjoyed the excursion and look forward to seeing you again here. Kind regards, The Bordeaux Tourist Office team