Full-day Saint-Emilion: Village, Undergrounds and Châteaux

4.4 (60 reviews) Bordeaux, France
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Just an hour from Bordeaux, explore the medieval town of Saint-Émilion, surrounded by 5,500 hectares of vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999!

Depart at 9:45 a.m. from the Bordeaux Tourist Office. Visit a Grand Cru Classé château with a tasting of two wines. Enjoy a panoramic terrace with breathtaking vineyard views.

Stroll through the UNESCO-listed village at your own pace, discovering cloisters, chapels, and hidden squares. Take time for lunch as you wish.

In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive underground tour, unveiling Saint-Émilion’s limestone heritage and Europe’s largest medieval monolithic church.
Finish with a tasting of three wines at Château Champion and share a friendly moment with its passionate winemaker.

Return to Bordeaux at 5:15 p.m. with unforgettable memories!

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Wine tastings
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    The guide will take you to the vat room and the barrel cellar, explaining the winemaking process; a tasting of two wines from the estate will be offered to conclude the tour.
  2. Saint-Emilion
    2h
    Free time to wander around the village and to lunch as you wish .
  3. Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The underground monuments of Saint-Émilion include a vast network of caves, catacombs, and the impressive Monolithic Church, carved directly into the limestone rock. These hidden treasures reveal the town's rich religious and historical heritage, dating back to the 8th century.
  4. Chateau Champion
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Tasting of 3 wines and friendly moment with the winemaker.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Bordeaux Tourist Office. 12 cours du 30 juillet, Bordeaux. Tram B or C, stop 'Quinconces'.

End point

Bordeaux Tourist Office. 12 cours du 30 juillet, Bordeaux. Tram B or C, stop 'Quinconces'.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 18 years - teenagers, children, babies are not accepted
  • Please note the tour is conducted in English and French at the same time

Cancellation policy

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

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