A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included worth booking?
A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included is a 8-hour experience in Bordeaux, France, from $250 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (9)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $250 per person
Enjoy a day of relaxation and discovery, in the comfort of our electric luxury van, air-conditioned with leather interior. Your Personal Guide will take advantage of the trip to tell you about one of the oldest wine regi
What you get
- Round trip transport in luxury air-conditioned van
- Bottled water
- Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion
- Visit of the Monolithic Church
- Visits and tastings in reserved chateaux.
About this experience
Enjoy a day of relaxation and discovery, in the comfort of our electric luxury van, air-conditioned with leather interior. Your Personal Guide will take advantage of the trip to tell you about one of the oldest wine regions in France, already exploited by the Romans. You will discover the magnificent vineyards on the right bank of the Garonne, and the castles that make these appellations famous. Visits have been booked for you in Saint-Emilion or Pomerol estates. Arriving at the castles, you will be taken care of for a guided visit of the cellars, vineyards, winery... A tasting of the wines of the estate will be offered at the end of each of the 2 visits. Scout to tasting techniques, which will make your nose and taste buds discover unexpected sensations.... The cobbled streets will then be open to you, and you will marvel at the treasures of Saint-Émilion, and the legacy of its so famous monk.
What's included
Included
- Round trip transport in luxury air-conditioned van
- Bottled water
- Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion
- Visit of the Monolithic Church
- Visits and tastings in reserved chateaux.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks other than those provided.
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions other than those listed
What you'll see and do
Place de la Comedie
As soon as you leave Bordeaux, you will discover the green countryside, and the multitude of plots of vines with evocative names. First the parcels of Entre-Deux-Mers between Garonne and Dordogne, then the appellations of Libournais, Pomerol, Lalande de Pomerol, Fronsac, and finally Saint-Émilion and its satellite appellations, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Saint- Georges Saint-Émilion, Lussac Saint-Émilion, Puisseguin Saint-Émilion. You will enjoy discovering these castles in the middle of the vineyards. You will be charmed by the beauty of this heritage, which since the French Revolution has continued to improve.
Pass by without stopping
Saint-Emilion
1st castle: We will take you to visit one of the magnificent castles that make the Saint-Emilion wines famous. Grapes, trimming, vatting, fermentation, gluing... you will know all about winemaking, the different varieties used and blending wines. You will see that the modernism of today’s cellars blends perfectly with ancestral working techniques in order to give birth, each year, to wonderful vintages, always having a strong temperament. This tour will conclude with a tasting of the wines of the property. During this tasting you will be given valuable advice on guarding, for your future purchases of Saint-Émilion wines.
75 minutes here
Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion
Visit of the Monolithic Church and walk in the village of Saint-Émilion You will discover through the charming cobblestone streets, the pretty little medieval village of Saint-Emilion. Your Guide will tell you the many anecdotes and adventures of its long and tumultuous history. To complete your visit to this exceptional UNESCO World Heritage site, you will discover the Monolithic Church, and the underground under the village.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Lunch will be offered to you in a charming restaurant, in the middle of the vineyards, very close to Saint-Emilion. The restaurant's traditional French cuisine will delight you. . The restaurant is given as an example. It is subject to change, depending on availability.
90 minutes here
Chateau La Croizille
It is not one but two castles that you will visit here. 2 styles, 2 atmospheres and a breathtaking view. And tasting at the end of the visit of course. The castle is given as an example. The castle visited is subject to change, depending on the availability of the estates.
75 minutes here · Admission included
Chateau Taillefer
For this last visit, you will discover the Pomerol appellation. This chateau is owned by one of the most emblematic families of the appellation. Of course, your visit will end with a tasting of the estate's wines. The castle is given as an example. The castle visited is subject to change, depending on the availability of the estates.
75 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bordeaux
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bacchus Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult.
- Children under the age of 18 cannot participate in wine tastings.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great day of learning and tasting
Wonderful, personal experience We were looking for a comfortable, personal experience rather than a large group tour. Catherine's communication was great and helpful, and that got the day off to a good start. As we drove to St. Emilion, Catherine gave us detailed information about the region and wine classifications. The tour included 3 wineries, where Bacchus has long-term relationships, as well as a go around the town and lunch. We were warmly welcomed and our needs were accommodated graciously.
via Tripadvisor
Tour of choice in St-Émilion
Very nice tour of the St-Émilion. Catherine is a very knowledgeable guide to everything related to Bordeaux vineyards, and we were able to appreciate a lot of information she gave us while traveling the region. In the 3 vineyards visited, his personal contacts with the local team make us feel welcomed, and we visits offer the opportunity to appreciate all the work in the making of these delicious wines. The winemakers themselves are not greedy with comments and know how to make us appreciate the visit. The sites chosen are small in scale, quite different from those "industrial" visits that can be found in larger areas. Recommended!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent Bacchus Tours in St Emilion
Great day in St Emilion and tastings at 3 wineries. Great fun and conversation with both Catherine and Hugo, we were a small group of 4 but alll needs catered for plus a fantastic lunch.........amazing duck! :) You could see the relationship Catherine had with the respective wineries and guides so always felt we were getting great service and tours. As the group split due to participants travel deadlines, myself any my wife had the chance to walk around St Emilion village then travel back to Bordeaux with Hugo........very interesting and relaxing experience and what a car! Thanks again to Catherine and Hugo, and would highly recommend them as a preferred tour. Brendan & Leigh.
Response from the operator: Dear Brendan and Leigh, Thank you very much for your review. it has been a pleasure for us to welcome you both. It was nice to show our terroir and beautiful wineries. The duck was very good too! Hugo and I thank you very much and will be pleased to receive your again! maybe to discover Sauternes or Médoc! Whish a nice end of 2024!
via Tripadvisor
Very Pleasant Day in Saint-Emilion
My wife and I had a great day touring Saint-Emilion with Hugo (29 August 2024). What was originally booked as a small group tour ended up being a private tour for the day, which just added to the experience. The only downside was that it was a rainy day; but, a rainy day touring Bordeaux is still a great day! We would definitely use Bacchus Tours again... just need to start planning the next visit. We also had a very nice tour of the Medoc with Catherine, the following day, but that's another review...
Response from the operator: Thank you Barb & Bob for your confidence! We had a great lunch together in Saint-Emilion in the chateau. This day was rainy but the most important is that you spent a pleasant day with Hugo!
via Viator
Fabulous day out in St Emillion with Bacchus Tours
Such a wonderful day with Catherine. She was friendly and really knowledgeable about the area. We went to a fabulous selection of vineyards which were all very different but full of history. Amazing cellar tour at Franc Mayne with Veronique. Went to a lovely restaurant for lunch followed by further tastings. We highly recommend this trip. Thank you. Catherine!
Response from the operator: Thank you again for your confidence. It was a pleasure to share with all the most beautiful places in our region! Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bacchus Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.5.
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A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bordeaux.
How much does A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included cost?
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Prices start at $250 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bordeaux usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bordeaux is not rushed.
Is A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Bordeaux, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bordeaux can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bordeaux and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does A day in Saint-Emilion tours and tastings included start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bordeaux within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bordeaux?
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On Outty we rank every Bordeaux experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch, Saint-Émilion Afternoon Tour - 2 Grand crus & French apéritif, "Bordeaux by bicycle: a 3-hour tour immersive experience". The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bordeaux?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bordeaux?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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