--- title: Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-day-trip-with-sightseeing-tour-wine-tastings-from-bordeaux/ type: tour city: Bordeaux country: France price: 160 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 1161 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Long day, village walk rank_in_category: 21 of 31 (Wine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-day-trip-with-sightseeing-tour-wine-tastings-from-bordeaux/ --- # Saint Emilion Day Trip with Sightseeing Tour & Wine Tastings from Bordeaux **Guidekin's take:** A full day on the right bank with tastings at three châteaux and a guided walk through the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, by air conditioned minivan from Bordeaux. Adults only, food is not included and the day involves cobbled walking, so bring good shoes. 4.85 from 1161 reviews at €160 per person for 8h. In our comparison: #21 of 31 in Wine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join this day trip to the Saint-Emilion (and surrounding) wine-making region of France. This full-day guided excursion from Bordeaux offers picturesque scenery, sightseeing and fine wines – the perfect day out from the city! Sample Bordeaux wines in 3 fascinating chateaux and explore the charming UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of Saint-Emilion. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide 10 minutes before… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food included: Three wine tasting sessions - Age 18+: Adult only tour, children under 18 years of age… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €160 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.85/5 from 1161 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ophorus - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22 ## Reviews 4.85 from 1161 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1128 of 1161. - 5 stars: 1035 (89%) - 4 stars: 93 (8%) - 3 stars: 21 (2%) - 2 stars: 6 (1%) - 1 star: 6 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, varied wineries and village time; some question the value with lunch excluded. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, personable guides who explain winemaking and regional history clearly - Varied winery visits and tastings that show differences between estates - Free time to explore Saint-Emilion and choose a place for lunch - Small groups that encourage questions and conversation with fellow travellers - Comfortable transport and a well organised, unhurried pace **Complaints:** - Some find the tour expensive with lunch excluded, while others consider it good value Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-09-11 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Three wine tasting sessions - Walking tour of St Emilion village - Professional English speaking qualified driver / tour guide - Transport by air-conditioned minivan ## Not included - Gratuities - Food and drinks, unless specified - Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions ## Itinerary 1. **Saint-Emilion** (8h) - A Full Day Tour Taking in Some of Bordeaux’s Most Famous Appellations ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - 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 10 minutes before departure time, in front of the Bordeaux Tourist office. Departure time is 09:30am. 12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux, France. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJmX-GPdonVQ0RKlj7ro2OPFk Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Adult only tour, children under 18 years of age are not allowed - A minimum of 2 adults per tour is required - Tour involves some walking, good walking shoes recommended - Pets are not allowed on the tour - 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 ## Compared with other Wine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #21 of 31** | €160 | 8h | 4.85 (1161) | 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 #21 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. 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