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Bordeaux
Explore Saint-Emilion & the Right Bank: Private Vineyard Tour & Tastings
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private tours
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08 hours
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Small Groups ( 2~8 )
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Highlights
- Travel in comfort from Bordeaux
- Visit boutique family-run wineries
- Sample fine Merlot-dominant Bordeaux wines
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage village
- Tour Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate
Program & Itinerary
Saint-Émilion & Surrounding Vineyards – Grand Cru Classé Experience
Discover the elegance, depth, and prestige of Bordeaux’s Right Bank on this immersive full-day private tour from Bordeaux. Designed for curious wine lovers and discerning travelers, this experience takes you into the heart of Saint-Émilion and its surrounding appellations, where Merlot-dominant blends produce some of the region’s most refined and sought-after wines.
Travel in Comfort from Bordeaux
Your day begins with pickup directly from your accommodation in Bordeaux. Meet your professional, English-speaking driver-guide and settle into a premium, air-conditioned vehicle for a relaxed journey through the vineyard landscapes of the Right Bank.
Along the way, your guide introduces you to Bordeaux’s history, appellation system, and the distinctive identity of Saint-Émilion and neighboring terroirs such as Pomerol and Fronsac, all part of the wider Right Bank wine culture.
A Full Day Exploring Three Wineries
This full-day experience includes three winery stops in Saint-Émilion and the surrounding vineyards, offering a balanced introduction to the diversity and quality of the Right Bank. At the first two estates, enjoy a guided visit of the vineyard and cellar followed by a tasting. These visits allow you to understand the local grape varieties, the influence of clay and limestone terroirs, and the choices winemakers make from vine to bottle.
The final winery stop is a tasting only, providing a relaxed and focused comparison with the wines discovered earlier in the day. This format keeps the rhythm of the tour enjoyable while giving you a broader perspective on style, appellation, and terroir.
Grand Cru Classé and Beyond
One of the highlights of the day is a visit to a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, where you discover the prestige, structure, and ageing potential that define some of the appellation’s most respected wines. Depending on availability and your interests, the itinerary may also include boutique family-run wineries or estates in nearby appellations. If you wish, appellations such as Pomerol or Fronsac can replace either the first visit or the final tasting, allowing the day to be tailored while preserving the overall structure of the experience.
Free Time in Saint-Émilion Village
During the day, you will also enjoy free time in the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its historic vineyard landscape, cobbled streets, and remarkable heritage.
This is your opportunity for personal discovery and lunch at your own expense. You may choose to stroll through the village, browse local wine shops, admire the golden-stone architecture, or sit down in one of the cafés or restaurants recommended by your guide.[web:100][web:122]
A Refined Right Bank Experience
Unlike large group excursions, this private full-day tour offers a more personal, educational, and relaxed way to experience Saint-Émilion and its neighboring vineyards. With three winery stops, free time in the village, and the possibility to include Pomerol or Fronsac, the program combines structure, flexibility, and Grand Cru Classé quality in a single day.
In the late afternoon, sit back and enjoy the scenic drive back to Bordeaux. Your driver-guide drops you at your accommodation, concluding a memorable full-day journey through one of France’s most prestigious wine regions.
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Pickup in Bordeaux
Your private driver‑guide meets you at your hotel or preferred address in Bordeaux and introduces the wines of the Right Bank as you head out through rolling countryside toward Saint‑Émilion.Your private driver‑guide meets you at your hotel or preferred address in Bordeaux and introduces the wines of the Right Bank as you head out through rolling countryside toward Saint‑Émilion.Read moreRead less -
Scenic drive through the vineyards
Travel along small country lanes lined with vines and famous châteaux, passing names from the Saint‑Émilion and Pomerol appellations while your guide explains what makes this terroir unique.Travel along small country lanes lined with vines and famous châteaux, passing names from the Saint‑Émilion and Pomerol appellations while your guide explains what makes this terroir unique.Read moreRead less -
First Grand Cru Classé estate – visit and tasting
Arrive at a prestigious Grand Cru Classé property for a guided estate tour. Discover the cellars and winemaking process, then enjoy an in‑depth tasting of the château’s wines, learning how to read a label and compare vintages and styles.Arrive at a prestigious Grand Cru Classé property for a guided estate tour. Discover the cellars and winemaking process, then enjoy an in‑depth tasting of the château’s wines, learning how to read a label and compare vintages and styles.Read moreRead less -
Second château visit and tasting
Continue to a second carefully selected winery, where you discover another style of Saint‑Émilion winemaking and enjoy a new tasting to compare blends, terroirs and techniques.Continue to a second carefully selected winery, where you discover another style of Saint‑Émilion winemaking and enjoy a new tasting to compare blends, terroirs and techniques.Read moreRead less -
Guided walk in medieval Saint‑Émilion and lunch break
Head into the UNESCO‑listed village of Saint‑Émilion for a short guided stroll through its cobbled lanes and viewpoints, then enjoy free time for lunch at a local bistro or wine bar (at your own expense).Head into the UNESCO‑listed village of Saint‑Émilion for a short guided stroll through its cobbled lanes and viewpoints, then enjoy free time for lunch at a local bistro or wine bar (at your own expense).Read moreRead less -
Third winery in the afternoon
Choose between a visit of the underground monuments or a final tasting in a local wineryChoose between a visit of the underground monuments or a final tasting in a local wineryRead moreRead less -
Return to Bordeaux
Relax on the drive back through the vineyards as your guide answers final questions, then drop‑off at your central Bordeaux address.Relax on the drive back through the vineyards as your guide answers final questions, then drop‑off at your central Bordeaux address.Read moreRead less
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Practical Information
2 participants minimumTotal price | 3 participantsPrice per person | 4 participantsPrice per person | 5 participantsPrice per person | 6 participantsPrice per person | 7 participantsPrice per person | 8 participantsPrice per person |
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| 960€ | 360€ | 300€ | 265€ | 240€ | 225€ | 210€ |
Know before you book
- Private full-day tour with 3 winery stops (2 visits with tastings + 1 tasting only)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bordeaux included;
- Itinerary can be tailored with Pomerol or Fronsac (subject to availability).
- Tour runs in all weather conditions;
- small hills and cobbled streets mean a basic level of mobility is required.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyards and cobbled village streets;
- Minimum drinking age is 18; tastings are reserved for adults, but non‑drinkers are welcome to join.
- Bring a small bag or wine shipper if you plan to purchase bottles at the estates.
- Your Grand Cru Classé visit can take place in the morning or afternoon.
- You will always enjoy three winery stops with tastings as described in the tour.
Additional information
This tour is ideal for curious wine lovers and discerning travelers who want a relaxed but in‑depth introduction to Right Bank Bordeaux, with time to talk to producers and explore Saint‑Émilion at their own pace. It’s especially suited to couples, small groups of friends, and enthusiasts who value private transport, Grand Cru Classé quality, and the option to add Pomerol or Fronsac for a broader view of the region.
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Group information
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/
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Reviews
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Doug Taft
22, May 2024
Our time with Clare on our private St Emilion tour was absolutely fantastic. She was super flexible, knowledgeable and overall a wonderful guide. The... -
Rachel Gordon
17, Oct 2023
Justine was amazing, she made the whole Bordeaux experience so enjoyable. She shared the most fun facts, and taught us SO much in an easy fun way! She... -
Serge Gereige
15, Oct 2023
The trip is well planned and organized.
Our guide was ! She was very friendly and insightful. A nice trip with nice wines. Recommended! -
Harps Birk
13, Oct 2023
Rodolphe was so funny and entertaining! Honestly one of the best tour guides I’ve ever experienced. He took such good care of us and was super informative...
Included / excluded
Included
- Pick up and drop off in Bordeaux
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
- Three winery visits and commented wine tastings
- Free time in the medieval village of Saint-Émilion
Excluded
- Meals and drinks (Lunch)
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
FAQ
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Are there any physical requirements for the tour?
A basic level of mobility is required as the itinerary includes navigating small hills and cobbled streets; -
What is the cancellation policy for this tour?
You can receive a full refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the tour; no refund is available for cancellations made within 72 hours; -
Is transportation provided from Bordeaux hotels?
Yes, the tour includes pickup and drop-off directly from your accommodation in Bordeaux; -
What is the minimum age for participants in the wine tastings?
The minimum drinking age is 18, and tastings are reserved for adults; non-drinkers are welcome to join; -
How many wineries will we visit during the tour?
You will visit three wineries, with two guided tours and tastings and one tasting-only experience; -
What should I wear for the vineyard tour?
It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes for the vineyards and cobbled streets of Saint-Émilion; -
Is lunch included in the tour price?
No, lunch is not included, but you will have free time in Saint-Émilion to dine at your own expense; -
Can I customize the wineries I visit during the tour?
Yes, you can tailor the itinerary to include wineries in Pomerol or Fronsac, subject to availability; -
How long is the Saint-Émilion Private Vineyard Tour?
The tour is a full-day experience designed to immerse you in the Bordeaux Right Bank wine culture; -
What does the Saint-Émilion tour include?
The tour includes three winery visits with guided tastings, free time in Saint-Émilion, and transport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide;
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