Chateaux & Terroirs, Half-day wine tour
For you, Bordeaux means… the legendary Médoc Castle Route? The great names of Saint-Émilion? The golden wines of Sauternes? Yes—but that’s not all! Explore the Bordeaux vineyards from east to west, from north to south, depending on the day of the week.
- 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.
- PLEASE NOTE: Exceptionally, on Saturday, September 5: tour to Saint-Émilion instead of Médoc
- PLEASE NOTE: Exceptionally, on Sunday, September 20: tour to Médoc instead of Saint-Émilion
Explore the Bordeaux vineyards throughout the week through a variety of complementary destinations. Each half-day includes château visits and tastings, offering the chance to discover accessible wines full of character.
- Monday: Immerse yourself in the vineyards of Bourg & Blaye. Start with a fresh, lively white wine, perfect for a light tasting, followed by a warm, smooth red wine that is easy to enjoy. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Tuesday & Saturday: Explore the Médoc, in the north of the Bordeaux wine region. Taste two structured and elegant red wines, powerful yet accessible, appealing to all. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Wednesday:Discover the Graves and Sauternes regions. Be surprised by the diversity of wines: a fresh and fruity red, a crisp and aromatic dry white, or a rich and smooth Sauternes-style sweet white, each easy to taste and full of character. Two château visits and tastings included.
- Thursday & Sunday: Visit Saint-Émilion, a medieval village with cobbled streets listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and step inside its monolithic underground church. Then explore its vineyards through a visit and tasting. Enjoy the estate’s red wines—generous, balanced, and easy to appreciate—perfect for discovering the elegance of Saint-Émilion.
- Friday: Wander through the vineyards of Entre-Deux-Mers. Discover the freshness of Bordeaux white wines, ideal for a simple and enjoyable tasting. Light, crisp, and aromatic, they offer a refreshing experience, perfect for awakening your palate and fully appreciating 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.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Exceptionally, on Saturday, September 5: tour to Saint-Émilion.
- Exceptionally, on Sunday, September 20: tour to Médoc.
Good to know
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.
Other destinations: 2 tours and tastings of 2 wines at Châteaux.
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
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent wine tour experience with us. We’re truly sorry to hear that several aspects of the day did not meet your expectations — particularly the guide’s delivery, the time spent at the winery, and the conditions during the tasting. Traffic around Saint-Émilion can unfortunately be unpredictable, especially in peak season, and while we always plan our itineraries to maximize time in the village, delays do sometimes impact the schedule. That said, we take your comments very seriously. We’ve shared your remarks with our guide to review the pacing of the visit, the balance between village time and winery activities, and the comfort of the tasting environment (including air conditioning and venue quality). Our goal is to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable, well-paced experience that highlights both the charm of Saint-Émilion and the quality of our local wines. If you’re open to it, we’d welcome the opportunity to discuss your experience further and learn more about how we can improve. Please feel free to contact us directly at viti.vini@bordeaux-tourisme.com. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future to show you the very best of Bordeaux and its surrounding vineyards.