Chateaux & Terroirs, Half-day wine tour
On the Bordeaux wine roads
For you, Bordeaux is… the legendary Médoc châteaux route? The renowned names of Saint-Emilion? The gold of Sauternais? Yes, but not only that! Explore the Bordeaux vineyards from East to West, from North to South, depending on the days 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.
Until March 9: One departure at 1:30 PM on Saturdays to Saint-Emilion.
From March 15 to October 26 at 1:30 PM:
- Monday and Sunday: Visit Saint-Emilion, a medieval village with its cobbled streets listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore its underground monolithic church. Then, discover its vineyard with a tour and wine tasting at a Château.
- Tuesday and Saturday: Explore the Médoc, renowned for its famous appellations, with two visits and tastings at Châteaux.
- Wednesday: Discover the Graves and Sauternais regions, with two Château visits and tastings. Enjoy wines from both Graves and Sauternais.
- Thursday: Immerse yourself in the Entre-deux-Mers, a wild and intimate region, with two visits and tastings at Châteaux.
- Friday: Wander through the Citadel of Blaye, a Vauban fortress listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a guided tour. Then, explore the vineyards of Bourg or Blaye, authentic and friendly, with a tour and wine tasting at a Château.
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.
Good to know
Duration
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.
Bourg & Blaye: 1 tour and tasting of 2 wines at a Château, and a visit to the Citadel.
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.
Meeting point
Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole
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Answer from Monsieur l'Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole
Dear Joanne, We thank you for your feedback. Regarding the visit to the two wineries, we always try to choose estates that are different and complementary. However, some information may overlap. However we are pleased that you enjoyed this excursion, and are looking forward to seeing you here again. Best regards, The Bordeaux Métropole Tourist Office team
Answer from Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole
Dear Cam, Thank you for sharing your feelings about this excursion. We will pass on your pleasant feedback to our colleages. Looking forward to welcoming you on a next visit. Best regards, The Bordeaux Métropole Tourist Office team