VIP Saint-Émilion Wine Tour | Bordeaux Winery Tours

Walking Tour

8 hrs

Bordeaux

Discover the Bordeaux region's wines on this full-day tour of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol, guided by a local sommelier. A perfect tour for amateur oenophiles, this visit will uncover the historical and contemporary production of wine on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Together you'll tour vineyards and chateaux as you learn about the diversity of terroir which helps to produce grapes, such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Your day includes visits to two different wineries, a high-end boutique, lunch (at the client's expense) and access to the knowledge and experience of your local guide.

Sites Visited

A winery in Saint-Emilion
A winery in Pomerol
Medieval Saint-Emilion village

Included

Transportation to/from Bordeaux hotel or accommodation
Wine tastings at local wineries

Itinerary Detail

This Bordeaux Wine Tour combines an educational day with a pleasing and sensorial experience. You'll meet your guide in Bordeaux at your hotel before driving together to your first winery. On the drive there, your guide will introduce you to the history of the region and set the scene to help you soak up the rest of the day. You'll visit a top winery in Saint-Emilion, specializing in 'Grand Cru Classé', an official wine classification declared by Emperor Napoleon III in 1855. You'll taste the wines of the estate as you tour the beautiful surroundings before moving on to your second location, stopping along the way for lunch (at one's own expense). Lunch may be in the local medieval town of Saint-Emilion or amongst the vines on a terrace, depending on client preference.

After lunch in a local restaurant, our journey will continue to another tasting in Pomerol where you will continue your appreciation of the region's varietals. As you enjoy your expertly selected wines, your guide will take you through how to best discern the qualities present in the wine, as well as inform you as to what makes these selections distinct to the Right Bank in Bordeaux. You'll move from this winery to visit the village of Saint-Emilion itself, a charming medieval town with an interesting history stretching over 2,000 years. (It all started with a monk named Emilion, we are told). You'll finish up your day with more wine tasting, either at a local wine store or another wine chateau. You'll drive back to your Bordeaux accommodation filled with your new-found education and appreciation of Bordeaux wine.

Interested in a deeper understanding of the regions wines? Then try our Wine Tour in Médoc.

FAQ

What is a private tour?

Our private tours are limited exclusively to travelers in your party. They are designed to provide a learning experience that is completely tailored to you and your traveling companions. Private tours give you more flexibility with scheduling (you decide when this visit best fits your trip) and the ability to adapt to the dynamics of your group.

Where do we meet? Where does it end?

We will pick you up at your accommodation in Bordeaux city center. If you are staying outside of Bordeaux, please note there may be an additional charge for your pickup.

How long is a visit to a winery?
A visit can last anywhere between 1-2 hours. This includes a tour of the estate, the chateaux and the tasting session.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes. We can adapt the itinerary and choice of venues to be more suited to children and younger learners.

Book a Tour

From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.

Local Wineries
Saint Emilion

Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.

Included

English-speaking expert guide
Tours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
Intentionally sized groups
A smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
Tickets and entrance fees
All entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
Headsets
Headsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.

Excluded

Gratuities

We encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
Food and drink

Refreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
Transportation to and from the meeting point

Guests organize pre- and post-tour transport themselves - this service can be added by request.
Hotel pickup or drop-off

Unless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.

Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.

Dos:

Wear comfortable footwear
Check the weather and dress appropriately
Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
Feel free to ask your Expert anything

Don'ts:

Bring firearms or weapons
Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments

Any questions? You can always contact us.

22 Reviews

We had a great tour with Elodie. She is very knowledgeable about the region, knows a lot about wines, and offered very practical tips for tasting wines. We had three separate wine tastings, and really learned about wines from the region. Our favorite tasting was with a wondeful wine distributer/ store in St. Emilion - he was fantastic and the wines were interesting. We did not make it to Pomerol but St. Emilion was more than we imagined.

Atara Jun 19, 2025

The whole day was absolutely wonderful! Vincent and Nine were lovely and knowledgeable hosts. The private lunch setting was beautiful. We enjoyed the winery tours and tastings and learned a few new things along the way. I highly recommend this tour.

Elizabeth May 15, 2025

Emilie was an excellent driver and guide for our full day wine tour. We visited 2 chateau’s and one wine shop that were such an amazing experience. She was very thoughtful and informative. We throughly enjoyed our time with her

Collier Apr 28, 2025

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