About this tour
Spend a day exploring the right bank of Bordeaux's wine country in a climate-controlled electric van with a knowledgeable guide. You'll visit three châteaux in Saint-Émilion or Pomerol, touring cellars and vineyards before tasting wines at each estate. A walking tour through Saint-Émilion's medieval streets follows, with lunch at a local restaurant featuring regional dishes and two glasses of wine included. The eight to nine-hour outing suits all fitness levels.
Highlights
- Three reserved château visits with cellar and vineyard tours
- Wine tasting techniques and sensory introduction at each estate
- Guided exploration of Saint-Émilion's cobbled medieval streets
- Lunch with regional cuisine and two wine glasses included
- Electric luxury van with leather seats and air conditioning
- Small-group experience with dedicated driver-guide
- Roman-era wine region history shared during travel
What to expect
Your guide collects you for a scenic drive through the region's famous vineyard landscape. At each of the three châteaux, expect a proper cellar tour covering storage, production methods, and the vat room before sampling the property's wines—staff will walk you through tasting fundamentals. Between estates, you'll absorb background on how Romans first planted vines here. After the tastings, you'll stroll Saint-Émilion's atmospheric old town, discovering its monastic heritage and stone architecture. Lunch breaks up the day midway, featuring local specialities.
Good to know
Children under 18 cannot participate in wine tastings but may join the tour otherwise with an adult. Infant seats and prams are available. Service animals welcome. Gratuities not included. The van's air conditioning keeps you comfortable between stops.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.