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Discover Saint-Émilion's Finest: Grand Cru Chateau, Gourmet Lunch & Monuments
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Private Saint-Émilion tour combining a Grand Cru château visit, a certified guide-led visit inside the underground monolithic church, and a gourmet lunch — one of the most complete experiences in Bordeaux.
Highlights
- Tour a prestigious Grand Cru Classé wine estate
- Discover historic catacombs and hermitage cave
- Visit the largest underground church in Europe
- Savor a gourmet lunch paired with estate wines
- Explore the medieval village of Saint-Émilion
What is Included / Excluded for this tour
Program & Itinerary
This private full-day tour brings together the three finest experiences Saint-Émilion has to offer: a visit to a prestigious Grand Cru Classé château with wine tastings, a gourmet lunch at the estate, and a certified guide-led visit inside the underground monuments of Saint-Émilion — including the Église Monolithe, the largest underground church in Europe. It is among the most complete and exclusive ...
This private full-day tour brings together the three finest experiences Saint-Émilion has to offer: a visit to a prestigious Grand Cru Classé château with wine tastings, a gourmet lunch at the estate, and a certified guide-led visit inside the underground monuments of Saint-Émilion — including the Église Monolithe, the largest underground church in Europe. It is among the most complete and exclusive private experiences available in the Bordeaux wine region.
Why This Tour is Genuinely Exclusive
The underground monuments of Saint-Émilion are not accessible on standard wine tours. Guides must hold a specific cultural heritage certification to lead visits inside these spaces — including the monolithic church, the catacombs, and the hermitage cave of Saint Émilion himself. Ophorus is among the very few tour operators in the Bordeaux region with in-house guides certified for both the cultural and wine dimensions of Saint-Émilion. This combination — Grand Cru wine expertise and certified monument access — in a single private tour is genuinely rare.
Morning: Grand Cru Château Visit and Wine Tasting
Your day begins with pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux and a drive east into the Saint-Émilion appellation on the Right Bank. At a carefully selected Grand Cru Classé estate, your guide leads a private tour of the vineyard and cellar, explaining the terroir — the clay and limestone soils unique to this plateau — the grape varieties, and the winemaking philosophy of the estate. The visit concludes with a structured tasting of the château's wines, including its flagship Merlot and Cabernet Franc blends.
Gourmet Lunch at the Château
Lunch is served at the château itself — a gourmet meal featuring seasonal local produce and regional specialities, paired with wines from the estate. It is an unhurried, convivial experience in an exceptional setting, with time to absorb the morning's discoveries before the afternoon.
Afternoon: The Underground Monuments of Saint-Émilion
The afternoon is devoted to the medieval village and its extraordinary underground heritage. Carved entirely from a single limestone rock face between the 9th and 12th centuries, the Église Monolithe de Saint-Émilion is the largest underground church in Europe — 38 metres long, 20 metres wide, and 11 metres high — hollowed out by hand by Benedictine monks over several centuries. Your certified guide will walk you through the full history of the church, the catacombs, and the hermitage cave, bringing the medieval monastic community of Saint-Émilion to life with depth and precision that a standard village walk cannot provide. The cobbled streets, Romanesque bell tower, and panoramic views over the Dordogne valley complete the afternoon before the return to Bordeaux.
This tour is available on request — please contact us to check availability and discuss your preferences.
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Winery visit & wine tasting
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Gourmet lunch
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Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion
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Return to Bordeaux
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Informations
2 participants minimumTotal price | 3 participantsPrice per person | 4 participantsPrice per person | 5 participantsPrice per person | 6 participantsPrice per person | 7 participantsPrice per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult: 1350€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 550€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 490€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 460€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 435€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 415€ Child: 0€ |
Know before you book
- Minimum 2 adult passengers required for tour to operate
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included from Bordeaux and within 30 km (18 miles)
- Grand Cru Classé château vineyard tour, winery visit, and wine tasting included
- Gourmet multi-course lunch with wine pairings at the château included
- Certified guide-led underground monument visit (Église Monolithe, catacombs, hermitage) included
Know before you go
- Tours typically depart 9:00 AM; return around 5:00 PM
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyard, cellar, and cobblestone village streets
- Underground monument visit involves stairs and uneven surfaces; moderate fitness required
- Temperature in underground church is cool year-round; light jacket recommended
- Lunch at château includes wine pairings; inform of dietary restrictions at booking
Additional information
This private Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and underground monument tour is perfect for travelers seeking the most comprehensive and exclusive Saint-Émilion experience combining wine and cultural heritage. It appeals to wine enthusiasts wanting Grand Cru Classé estate access with expert guidance, history and architecture lovers fascinated by medieval monuments and Europe's largest underground church, and culturally curious visitors who appreciate UNESCO World Heritage sites beyond surface-level exploration. Ideal for those valuing certified expert guides providing depth impossible on standard tours, foodies seeking gourmet château dining paired with estate wines, and travelers who prefer all-inclusive private experiences without logistics coordination. The rare combination of wine expertise and official monument certification in one guide, along with exclusive underground access unavailable on typical wine tours, makes this essential for discerning visitors seeking authentic immersion into Saint-Émilion's dual identity as premier wine region and extraordinary medieval pilgrimage site.In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.Â
Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand.Â
Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand.Â
Voucher info
If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Ophorus immediately. Â Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
Group information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Meeting point
Bordeaux
Departure
We will come and pick you up at Train Station, Hotel or Airbnb in Bordeaux or surrounding area, circle of 30 kms (20 miles) around Bordeaux at no extra cost.
Return
Tour returns to original departure point.
Included / excluded
Included
- Transportation from Bordeaux
- Private tour of a Grand Cru Classé château with wine tastings
- Gourmet lunch at the château estate
- Entrance ticket to underground monuments
- Certified guide-led visit to Saint-Émilion's underground monuments
Excluded
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
FAQ
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Do I need to bring my own water?
Yes, due to environmental protection, you should bring your own water as plastic bottles will not be provided -
How is the lunch at the château organized?
Lunch is a gourmet multi-course meal featuring seasonal local produce, paired perfectly with estate wines -
What types of wines will I taste during the tour?
You'll taste flagship blends primarily of Merlot and Cabernet Franc that showcase the estate's unique terroir -
Is the underground monument visit suitable for everyone?
The visit involves stairs and uneven surfaces; moderate fitness is required for this segment of the tour -
Can I cancel or change my booking?
You can cancel up to 72 hours before the activity for a full refund; less than 72 hours, no refund is available -
What should I wear for the tour?
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the vineyard, cellar, and cobblestone village streets -
Are dietary restrictions accommodated during the gourmet lunch?
Yes, it's important to inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking -
Is there a minimum number of participants required for the tour to operate?
Yes, a minimum of 2 adult passengers is required for the tour to operate -
How long does the tour last?
The tour typically departs at 9:00 AM and returns around 5:00 PM -
What is included in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Wine Tour?
The tour includes transportation from Bordeaux, a private vineyard and winery tour, wine tastings, gourmet lunch at the château, and entrance to underground monuments
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