Explore Saint-Emilion & the Right Bank: Private Vineyard Tour & Tastings
About this activity
Savor Bordeaux’s world-class Right Bank wines on a private day tour, with guided visits and tastings at three estates and time to wander the UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion.
Highlights
- Tour Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage village
- Sample fine Merlot-dominant Bordeaux wines
- Visit boutique family-run wineries
- Travel in comfort from Bordeaux
Full description
Step into the heart of Bordeaux’s legendary Right Bank on a private tour designed for wine aficionados and explorers alike. With seamless pickup from your Bordeaux accommodation, let your expert guide whisk you to Saint-Émilion and its prestigious surroundings. Savor exquisite tastings at three distinctive wineries—including an illustrious Grand Cru Classé estate—discover the secrets of Merlot blends, and feel the romance of medieval Saint-Émilion, a true UNESCO treasure.
Enjoy time to lose yourself among golden-stone streets, local shops and authentic cafés. With a flexible itinerary and the option to explore renowned appellations like Pomerol or Fronsac, this day strikes the perfect balance of indulgence, education, and adventure—making it an unforgettable Bordeaux experience.
Saint-Émilion & Surrounding Vineyards – Grand Cru Classé Experience
Discover the elegance, depth, and prestige of Bordeaux’s Right Bank on this immersive full-day private tour from Bordeaux. Designed for curious wine lovers and discerning travelers, this experience takes you into the heart of Saint-Émilion and its surrounding appellations, where Merlot‑dominant blends produce some of the region’s most refined and sought‑after wines.
Travel in Comfort from Bordeaux
Your day begins with pickup directly from your accommodation in Bordeaux. Meet your professional, English‑speaking driver‑guide and settle into a premium, air‑conditioned vehicle for a relaxed journey through the vineyard landscapes of the Right Bank. Along the way, your guide introduces you to Bordeaux’s history, appellation system, and the distinctive identity of Saint‑Émilion, Pomerol, Fronsac, and the wider Right Bank wine culture.
A Full Day Exploring Three Wineries
This full‑day experience includes three winery stops in Saint‑Émilion and the surrounding vineyards, offering a balanced introduction to the diversity and quality of the Right Bank. At the first two estates, enjoy a guided visit of the vineyard and cellar followed by a tasting, learning about local grape varieties, the influence of clay and limestone terroirs, and the choices winemakers make from vine to bottle. The final estate also includes both visit & commented tasting, giving you a relaxed moment to compare the wines you have discovered during the day and deepen your understanding of style, appellation, and terroir.
Grand Cru Classé and Beyond
One of the highlights of the day is a visit to a Saint‑Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, where you explore the prestige, structure, and ageing potential that make these wines some of the most respected on the Right Bank. Depending on availability and your interests, the itinerary may also feature boutique family‑run wineries or estates in nearby appellations. On request, appellations such as Pomerol or Fronsac can replace either the first winery visit or the final tasting, allowing you to tailor the day while keeping its overall balance.
Free Time in Saint‑Émilion Village
During the day, you also enjoy free time in the medieval village of Saint‑Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its historic vineyard landscape, cobbled streets, and golden‑stone houses. This is your opportunity for personal discovery and lunch at your own expense: stroll through the lanes, browse wine shops, admire the architecture, or relax in one of the cafés or restaurants recommended by your guide.
A Refined Right Bank Experience
Unlike large group excursions, this private full‑day tour offers a more personal, educational, and relaxed way to experience Saint‑Émilion and its neighboring vineyards. With three winery stops, time in the UNESCO‑listed village, and the possibility to include Pomerol or Fronsac, the program combines structure, flexibility, and Grand Cru Classé quality in a single day.
In the late afternoon, sit back and enjoy the scenic drive back to Bordeaux as your driver‑guide returns you to your accommodation, concluding a memorable full‑day journey through one of France’s most prestigious wine regions.
Included / Excluded
- Pick up and drop off in Bordeaux
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
- Three winery visits and commented wine tastings
- Free time in the medieval village of Saint-Émilion
- Meals and drinks (Lunch)
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Pickup in Bordeaux
Your private driver‑guide meets you at your hotel or preferred address in Bordeaux and introduces the wines of the Right Bank as you head out through rolling countryside toward Saint‑Émilion.
Scenic drive through the vineyards
Travel along small country lanes lined with vines and famous châteaux, passing names from the Saint‑Émilion and Pomerol appellations while your guide explains what makes this terroir unique.
Important information
Know before you book
- Private full-day tour with 3 winery stops (2 visits with tastings + 1 tasting only)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bordeaux included;
- Itinerary can be tailored with Pomerol or Fronsac (subject to availability).
- Tour runs in all weather conditions;
- small hills and cobbled streets mean a basic level of mobility is required.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyards and cobbled village streets;
- Minimum drinking age is 18; tastings are reserved for adults, but non‑drinkers are welcome to join.
- Bring a small bag or wine shipper if you plan to purchase bottles at the estates.
- Your Grand Cru Classé visit can take place in the morning or afternoon.
- You will always enjoy three winery stops with tastings as described in the tour.
Cancellation policy
Up to 72 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
Easy enough to book, our original.time.of 9am was cancelled due to unforseen circumstances but they accomodated us on the trip at 2pm instead- Lena our guide was amazing, very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The trip itself amazing if your staying in Sarlat its a really good way to break up your stay and visit the other villages, the viallges are a WOW factor.and a must see
excellent guide, great wineries and people in them, delicious wine, I recommend 😊
Our guide did a great job. He is very knowledgeable and personable.
Additional information
This tour is ideal for curious wine lovers and discerning travelers who want a relaxed but in‑depth introduction to Right Bank Bordeaux, with time to talk to producers and explore Saint‑Émilion at their own pace. It’s especially suited to couples, small groups of friends, and enthusiasts who value private transport, Grand Cru Classé quality, and the option to add Pomerol or Fronsac for a broader view of the region.