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A day in Saint-Émilion and its Châteaux in a private tour (Van Luxe)

By Aquitaine Limousine Wine Tours and Transportation
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,336 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover with your local guide, the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. You will be seduced by this stroll through the pedestrian streets of the village of Monk Emilion, and by the beauty of this heritage.

Learn the history of the castles of the Pomerol appellations, and the Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion. Live the passion for the vineyard of their founders, descendants and new passionate owners.

Learn more about the different classifications of the Bordeaux vineyard, and about the different winemaking techniques.

During the day, you will visit three Châteaux of different appellations around Saint-Émilion. Each visit will conclude with a tasting.
Photo stops can be made in front of some of the biggest names in the vineyard, such as Château Ausone, Château Angelus, Château Cheval Blanc, or Château Petrus, in Pomerol.

Activity location

  • Place de la Comedie
    • 33000, Bordeaux, France, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • InterContinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel by IHG
    • 2 Place de la Comédie
    • 33000, Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Check availability

Departure from Saint-Emilion
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Departure from Saint-Emilion
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$1,336.39 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,336.39
Total
Price is NZ$1,336.39
Until Sun, 22 Mar
Departure from Bordeaux
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Departure from Bordeaux
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$1,484.88 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,484.88
Total
Price is NZ$1,484.88
Until Sun, 22 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
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    Bottled water
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    WiFi on board
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Driver / local guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees to monuments, museums or castles
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks, unless otherwise stated

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Place de la Comedie

  • 5m
The starting point of your tour, if you have not chosen to be picked up at your hotel.

Clos Fourtet

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Your first visit of the day, around Saint-Émilion. The area surrounded by its vines will welcome you to discover the secrets of the vine and the making of wine. Your visit will end with a tasting of the estate's wines. (Example of a visit. The castle visited may differ depending on the availability of the properties)

Office de Tourisme du Grand Saint-Emilionnais

  • 1h 15m
You can stroll through the medieval village of the monk Émilion. The village located at the top of a hill, offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards. You will be able to appreciate the architectural richness of this heritage, which combines constructions made from the 11th century to the 21st century. You can admire the beauty of the hilly landscapes, covered with some of the most famous vineyards in the world. You will not resist taking out your cameras to keep a memory of these enchanting panoramas.

La Terrasse Rouge

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
This restaurant is surrounded by the most prestigious vineyards of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. The cuisine is simple but refined. The chef works with producers whose expertise guarantees fresh and quality local products. The terrace, born from the design of Jean Nouvel, offers an exceptional view of the vineyards.

Chateau Canon

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
You will discover a Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion, Château Canon, built 250 years ago by the privateer Jacques Canon. (Example of a visit. The castle visited may differ depending on the availability of the properties)

Chateau Beauregard

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
To conclude your day, you will visit Beauregard, which was one of the residences of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem during the time of the Crusades in the Holy Land. The only battle, still fought today by the owners of the domain, is that which allows them each year to make one of the best wines of the Pomerol appellation. (Example of a visit. The castle visited may differ depending on the availability of the properties)

Location

Activity location

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    Place de la Comedie
    • 33000, Bordeaux, France, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    InterContinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel by IHG
    • 2 Place de la Comédie
    • 33000, Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

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