--- title: Saint-Emilion Private Half Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-private-half-day-wine-tour-from-bordeaux/ type: tour city: Bordeaux country: France price: 340 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 38 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Private, hotel pickup rank_in_category: 17 of 31 (Wine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/bordeaux/tours/saint-emilion-private-half-day-wine-tour-from-bordeaux/ --- # Saint-Emilion Private Half Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux **Guidekin's take:** A private half day in Saint-Émilion with hotel pickup in a minivan for up to eight: a reserved visit and tasting at a grand cru estate, then free time in the medieval village and its shops. Monument entries and gratuities are extra, and the tour does not run on Christmas Day, New Year's Day or the first of May. 4.87 from 38 reviews at €340 per person. ## Overview Discover the charm of a private half-day tour from Bordeaux to the UNESCO-listed village of Saint Emilion, where an English-speaking guide leads you through its enchanting medieval streets. You'll visit a renowned Grand Cru estate to learn about the winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of exceptional classified Bordeaux wines. After the guided tour, take your time to explore the village’s historic charm and browse its quaint shops at your own pace. Please note that you will be informed about the departure time (9am or 2pm) at the moment of the confirmation of the booking. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €340 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 38 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Ophorus - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Hotel pick up and drop off - Transport by air-conditioned minivan (maximum 8 people) - English speaking qualified driver guide (other languages available upon request) - Reservation for 1 winery and visit of Saint Emilion village (wine tasting included) ## Not included - Gratuities - Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions - Personal expenses ## Itinerary 1. **Saint-Emilion** (4h) - Enjoy a private half-day tour from Bordeaux to the UNESCO-listed village of Saint Emilion with guided historical walk. Includes a visit and wine tasting at a prestigious Grand Cru estate. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 14:00 - 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. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - This tour is not available on 25th of December, 1st of January and 1st of May - Please note that the infant seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children) - Pets are not allowed on the tour - Tour involves some walking (cobbled & sloping streets), good walking shoes recommended - Minimum drinking age is 18 years, children under 18 years old have to be accompanied by an adult - Please advise if childen under 13 years old are joining the tour, group size is 8 persons max. - 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. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €680 | €340 | | 4 | €820 | €205 | | 6 | €960 | €160 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Wine Tours start at €69 per person. ## Compared with other Wine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 31** | €340 | 4h | 4.87 (38) | private | | [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 (740) | 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 (344) | 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 (216) | shared | Ranked #17 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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