Semi Private Bordeaux Château Tour with Saint-Émilion Village and Lunch
Visit 3 estates, taste 7–8 pours, and study winemaking styles with an expert guide
What You Get With This Tour
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Uncork the Magic of Bordeaux
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Round-trip minivan transport
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3 château visits
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7–8 Bordeaux wine tastings
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Wine tasting class
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Château picnic lunch
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Saint-Émilion village tour
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Semi private experience
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Guide tips
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Monument aux Girondins
Meet your guide on the stairs of Monument aux Girondins, the fountain-crowned landmark on Place des Quinconces in Bordeaux. Then settle into a small-group minivan for the drive into wine country. -
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Drive into the Médoc wine region
Travel into Médoc, the Left Bank region known for Cabernet Sauvignon blends and historic château estates. Your guide explains how gravel soils and river trade shaped Bordeaux’s wine reputation. -
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Visit a family-run Médoc château
Step inside a family-run Médoc estate for your first château visit. Walk the vineyards, see the vat room and cellar, then taste estate wines while learning how grapes move from vine to barrel. -
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Enjoy a château picnic lunch
Next, arrive in Saint-Émilion for a picnic lunch at a Classified Growth château. Savor local French products in an estate setting as the day shifts from Left Bank structure to Right Bank Merlot. -
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Master Bordeaux wine tasting
Sharpen your palate during a guided wine tasting class. Learn how to read color, identify aromas, understand tannins, and describe Bordeaux wines with confidence before the next estate visit. -
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Explore medieval Saint-Émilion
Follow your guide through UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion, a medieval village of stone lanes, monastic roots, and vineyard views. Learn how trade, faith, and wine shaped this Right Bank landmark. -
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Your tour ends at Monument aux Girondins
Return by minivan to Monument aux Girondins in central Bordeaux, where the tour ends where it began. Leave with a clearer sense of Médoc, Saint-Émilion, and Bordeaux château traditions.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Guests should be comfortable stepping in and out of a minivan, walking through vineyards, and navigating uneven village streets in Saint-Émilion
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in France (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Age requirement: Children ages 4–11 may join this tour, but children under 4 years old cannot participate for security and legal reasons
Tour minimum: This tour requires at least 2 participants to operate. If only 1 person is booked, the tour may be canceled and you will receive a full refund
Bag policy: Please pack light, as storage space inside the small-group minivan is limited
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip transport from Bordeaux by air-conditioned minivan
Visits to 3 châteaux in Médoc and Saint-Émilion
Tasting of 7–8 Bordeaux wines
Wine tasting class
Picnic lunch at a Classified Growth château in Saint-Émilion
Guided tour of the medieval village of Saint-Émilion
Semi private experience
What to bring:
Valid ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
This tour is suitable for most families, but unfortuatnely children under 4 years old cannot be accommodated. Keep in mind that wine tastings are only for guests of legal drinking age.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Guests should be comfortable stepping in and out of a minivan, walking through vineyards, and navigating uneven streets in Saint-Émilion.
Is hotel pick-up included in this tour?
No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Please meet your guide at Monument aux Girondins in central Bordeaux.
How many châteaux does this tour visit?
This tour visits 3 châteaux across Médoc and Saint-Émilion. The route includes family-run estates and Classified Growth properties for a broader look at Bordeaux winemaking.
Is lunch included?
Yes, lunch is included. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch at a Classified Growth château in Saint-Émilion.
How many wines will I taste?
You’ll taste 7–8 Bordeaux wines across the day, usually 2–3 wines per château. The tour also includes a wine tasting class to help you understand color, aromas, tannins, and structure.
