Chateaux & Terroirs, on the Bordeaux wine roads
Do you have only a few hours to discover the Bordeaux wine country? Then this "flying visit" is just for you! Are you interested in seeing mythical châteaux in the Médoc? Famous estates in Saint-Emilion? The "golden" wines of Sauternais? Yes, but there is so much more! Bordeaux also has plenty of lesser-known appellations, small family estates, affordable wines, etc.
- A good overview for a first visit
- Tour conducted by official guides with professional card, in French and in English
- An attractive price for a first discovery of the Bordeaux vineyards
- Discover the amazing underground church of Saint-Emilion
- Due to the European Heritage Days on September 22, the destination is the Médoc on that day.
With this tour you will discover the diversity of the Bordeaux wines during an afternoon session every week. The destination is different every day and each one has its own special charms!
From November to March : one Saturday departure per week to Saint-Emilion.
From April to October :
Saint-Emilion, the name of a famous charming village and of delicious wines, on Monday & Sunday.You will start with the visit of the amazing underground church in the Saint-Emilion village followed by a guided tour in the small streets. Then the tour continues with a visit to one wine estate in Saint-Emilion appellation or surroundings where you will learn about the winemaking process by discovering the vat room, the cellars with all the barrels, etc.. A tasting of 2 wines will be offered.
The Medoc on Tuesdays & Saturdays and Entre-deux-Mers on Thursdays with the visit of 2 wineries and wine tasting. Your guide will remind you at this point that you first of all taste wine with your eyes and nose!
Visit the Graves and Sauternais on Wednesdays to discover two beautiful wineries and taste all the colors of the wines, one in Graves and one in Sauternais.
Bourg & Blaye on Fridays is a nice wine region North of Bordeaux along the Gironde Estuary; two familial properties will open their doors to show you how they make the wine; a tasting of 2 wines at each chateau is on the program.
Departure at 1:30pm / drop-off at 6:30pm
IMPORTANT:
The tour is not available for children under 5 because of security and insurance reasons.
Organized by Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole
Good to know
Duration
What's included
Professional guide, transportation by coach, visit of 1 winery including wine tasting (limited by the French law), entrance to the underground church of Saint-Emilion or visit of 2 wineries and wine tasting in the other wine regions.
Not included
Personal expenses
Number of participants
Good to know
Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time
Please present one ticket per person; the tour is not available for children under 5 (no babies).
From November to March : Departure at Saint-Emilion
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