--- title: Half-Day Wine Tour in Margaux lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/bordeaux/tours/half-day-wine-tour-in-margaux/ type: tour city: Bordeaux country: France price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.66 reviews: 139 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Château Margaux photo stop rank_in_category: 27 of 31 (Wine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/tours/half-day-wine-tour-in-margaux/ --- # Half-Day Wine Tour in Margaux **Guidekin's take:** Half a day in the Margaux appellation with two château visits, tastings of five wines between them and a photo stop at Château Margaux itself, in a van from the city centre. Arrive early because departures wait for nobody, the tour needs two guests to run and under sixteens are not admitted. 4.66 from 139 reviews at €90 per person. In our comparison: #27 of 31 in Wine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Depart from the city center of Bordeaux aboard a van to discover the beautiful vineyards of the Margaux appellation and their wines. You will visit a first Chateau and enjoy a tasting of 3 wines, the opportunity to understand the specificities of this appellation. During your visit of the first Chateau, you will be able to admire the vineyards as far as the eye can see and discover the different grape varieties used to produce the wines of the Margaux appellation. You will also have the opportunity to discuss with wine experts who will explain the production and winemaking techniques. Then, you will pass by the famous “Chateau Margaux”, the opportunity to take a photo before going to your second guided tour in a 5th Grand Cru classified Chateau. You can then discover the history and architecture of this iconic castle while tasting at least 3 of their wines. This small-group tour in an ideal setting will allow you to learn about the art of wine and ask your questions to our guide! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide at Olala Bordeaux, - Starts 14:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Age 18+: Children under 16 and pets are not allowed for the… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.66/5 from 139 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Olala Bordeaux - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.66 from 139 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 128 of 139. - 5 stars: 106 (76%) - 4 stars: 22 (16%) - 3 stars: 9 (6%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and contrasting winery visits, though a full van can feel cramped **Praised:** - Friendly guides with detailed knowledge of Bordeaux wines and the Margaux region - Contrasting wineries that show different approaches to wine production - Informative tastings with varied wines and knowledgeable winery hosts - Photo stops outside Château Margaux - The chance to visit vineyards and taste wines without having to drive **Complaints:** - Some find the van cramped when full, while others report a comfortable ride - Guide commentary can be hard to hear from the rear seats - Some would have liked food or snacks alongside the wine tastings Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-07-30 to 2026-09-13); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Half day Margaux | €90 / person | English | - | | Half-Day Margaux | €90 / person | English | Duration: 4 hours: Form 09:00 am to 01:00 pm or from 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm | ## What's included - Transportation, Guide/Driver - Photo stop at the famous Chateau Margaux - Informative brochures - Beverages - Guided tour of a grand cru vineyard and tasting of 2 wines - Guided tour of a vineyard and tasting of 3 wines ## Not included - Gratuities - Personal expenses ## Itinerary 1. **Bordeaux** (1m) - Meet your guide at OLALA Bordeaux - 2ter rue Mably - en plein centre de Bordeaux. 2. **Margaux** (50m) - Van ride to Margaux region, explanation on Bordeaux vineyard by your expert in wine guide, and sightseeing along the vines. 3. **Margaux** (1h) - Visit of a first Château of the famous Margaux appellation, followed by a tasting of 3 different wines. You will discover what is so specific in this area, the grape varieties, and the wine making techniques, in a very convivial way. 4. **Chateau Margaux** (10m) - We will make a stop in front of the famous "Château Margaux", the opportunity to take a picture before going to your second visit 5. **Margaux** (50m) - Visit & tasting in a Grand Cru Classé 1855 Château of Margaux appellation. You will discover the history and architecture of the winery, and discover the art of vine growing, vinifiying, ageing, and blending which make Margaux wines so magic. At this end of the tour, enjoy a... 6. **Bordeaux** (1h) - Get back to Bordeaux downtown ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your guide at Olala Bordeaux, located 2 ter Mably street in the center of Bordeaux. From "Allée de Tourny" , take "Jean Jacques Bel" street and turn right. Tramway Lines B, C and D: Stop Quinconces. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJByJ2udsnVQ0RXnD2R_YnfgA Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - 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. - The guide will conduct the tour in English. - 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. - 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. - The Chateaux and the schedule may vary, but the quality of the offer will remain the same. List of partner chateau in the Médoc : Château Siran, Château Dauzac, Château Paveil de Luze, Château Marquis de Terme, Château Paloumey… ## Compared with other Wine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 31** | €90 | 4h | 4.66 (139) | shared | | [Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch](/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-electric-bike-day-tour-with-wine-tastings-lunch/?format=md) | €185 | 8h | 4.96 (744) | shared | | [Graves & Saint-Emilion Wine Tour / 3 Châteaux & Gourmet Picnic](/france/bordeaux/tours/graves-saint-emilion-wine-tour-3-ch-teaux-gourmet-picnic/?format=md) | €175 | 9h | 4.97 (351) | shared | | [Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour / Wine & vines & Gourmet Picnic](/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-e-bike-wine-tour-wine-vines-gourmet-picnic/?format=md) | €169 | 9h | 4.97 (224) | shared | Ranked #27 of 31 in Wine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €750, median €160; typical length 7h. 7 of 31 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/wine-tours-bordeaux/?format=md ## More in Bordeaux - All Bordeaux tours: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/tours/half-day-wine-tour-in-margaux/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/?format=md