Half day tour Saint-Emilion : Village & Château with wine tasting
Overview
Depart from the city center of Bordeaux aboard a van to discover Saint-Emilion, its wines, and its history. First, your guide will immerse you in the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site and its historical monuments through a village visit. You will discover the secrets of this medieval village, which is the birthplace of Bordeaux winemaking.
Next, you will visit a Château and enjoy a tasting of 3 wines paired with charcuterie & cheese. You will learn more about the specificities of this appellation, including the grape varieties and winemaking techniques used to create these unique wines.
This small-group tour in an ideal setting will introduce you to the art of winemaking and tasting, and allow you to ask all your questions to our guide!
What's Included
- Air-conditioned van
- Informative brochures
- Transportation, Driver/guide
- Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion UNESCO World Heritage village
- Guided tour of a winery and tasting of 3 wines paired with charcuterie & cheese
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
2ter Rue Mably
33000 Bordeaux, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Chateaux and the schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. List of partner Châteaux in Saint Emilion : Château Grangey, Château Palais Cardinal, Château Taillefer, Château Grand Corbin, Château Cadet Bon, Château Ambe Tour Pourret, Château Balestard la Tonnelle…
- It is imperative to arrive 15 minutes before the departure time of your tour, no delay possible, to ensure the comfort of the group and the respect of the schedule.
- Children under 16 and pets are not allowed for the comfort of the group, so a private tour will be more suitable in your case.
- Excursions are guaranteed when at least 2 participants. For the very few occasions you would be the only passenger, we will contact you 24h before the day of your wine tour in order to propose an alternative.
- The guide will conduct the tour in English.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- air-conditioned van.
- Informative brochures.
- Transportation, Driver/guide.
- Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion UNESCO World Heritage village.
- Guided tour of a winery and tasting of 3 wines paired with charcuterie & cheese.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half day tour Saint-Emilion : Village & Château with wine tasting is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half day tour Saint-Emilion : Village & Château with wine tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Air-conditioned van
- Informative brochures
- Transportation, Driver/guide
- Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion UNESCO World Heritage village
- Guided tour of a winery and tasting of 3 wines paired with charcuterie & cheese
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Chateaux and the schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. List of partner Châteaux in Saint Emilion : Château Grangey, Château Palais Cardinal, Château Taillefer, Château Grand Corbin, Château Cadet Bon, Château Ambe Tour Pourret, Château Balestard la Tonnelle…
- It is imperative to arrive 15 minutes before the departure time of your tour, no delay possible, to ensure the comfort of the group and the respect of the schedule.
- Children under 16 and pets are not allowed for the comfort of the group, so a private tour will be more suitable in your case.
- Excursions are guaranteed when at least 2 participants. For the very few occasions you would be the only passenger, we will contact you 24h before the day of your wine tour in order to propose an alternative.
- The guide will conduct the tour in English.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
