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St-Emilion & Médoc Wine Day Tour: Chateaus, Tastings and Lunch

4.9 · 532 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Bordeaux Operated by Rustic Vines Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Both banks in one day: three châteaux split between Saint-Émilion and the Médoc, a guided walk in the village and a picnic lunch among the vines, with the driver guide and all tastings in the price.

Under sixteens are not accepted; a vegetarian picnic can be requested at checkout. 4.94 from 532 reviews at €195 per person for 9h.

Best for: Choose both banks for three châteaux, tastings and picnic at €195 per person for 9h; English only, sixteen and over. 4.94, 532 reviews. Day Trips from Bordeaux comparison

Trade-off: Under sixteens not accepted.

In our comparison: #4 of 31 in Wine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 22, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €195 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Bottled water
  • Wine tasting session in the heart of the village
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guided walking tour in the UNESCO village
  • Picnic Lunch
  • All Châteaux visits and wine tastings
  • Wine tour guide/ Driver
  • Personal expenses

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
532 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 526 of 532

Star breakdown of all 532 ratings

5 stars
507 · 95%
4 stars
19 · 4%
3 stars
4 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, varied estates and picnic lunches; the recurring caveat is the amount of driving between regions

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who explain wine classifications and differences between the banks
  • Varied tastings that let visitors compare family estates with larger producers
  • Picnic lunches praised for their food and winery settings
  • Friendly small groups and relaxed, well organised visits
  • Exploring Saint-Émilion village is a highlight alongside the winery visits

Complaints

  • Some find the driving between regions excessive, while others feel the travel is well balanced
  • Some wanted more time in Saint-Émilion, while others found the village visit unhurried

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 November 2025 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
TRAM STOP C and D : "Place de la Bourse", then 2 minutes walk. Car Park : Parking Indigo Bordeaux Bourse Jean Jaurès, Exit "Rue Saint-Remi" then 2 minutes walk · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 09:00 daily; scheduled through March 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Rustic Vines; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Children under 16 years old not accepted

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included Picnic Lunch, All Châteaux visits and wine…
  • Age 18+ Children under 16 years old not accepted

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Wine Tours

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This tour · #4 of 31€1959h4.94 (532)shared
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Saint-Emilion E-Bike Wine Tour | Wine & vines & Gourmet Picnic€1699h4.97 (224)shared

Ranked #4 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. Compare all 31 Wine Tours

From €195 per adult