Bordeaux Full Day Wine Tour - 3 Wineries & Picnic Lunch

Graves, Bordeaux, Bordeaux



Visit 3 wineries between the Graves and the Saint-Emilion region, where you'll get to taste the many styles of wine Bordeaux offers. Discover the medieval town Saint Emilion and enjoy a picnic lunch.

This full-day guided tour explores Bordeaux’s wine regions, ideal for wine enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive tasting experience and cultural insight.

Highlights

  • Taste a wide range of Bordeaux wines
  • Visit three unique, high-quality wineries
  • Enjoy a guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion

Description

Spend a full day discovering Bordeaux’s diverse wines and wine culture. Start with a visit to a prestigious winery in the Graves area, followed by a gourmet picnic lunch among the vines featuring local charcuterie, cheeses, and tarts paired with château wines.

After lunch, continue to the medieval village of Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for tastings of renowned red wines. The tour ends with a visit to a château in the Pomerol or Saint-Emilion appellation for one final exclusive wine tasting. The experience includes a guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion’s historic streets.

Itinerary

  • 09:05: Meet your guide at Bordeaux Tourist Office, 12 cours du 30 Juillet
  • 09:45: Visit a Pessac-Léognan or Graves winery and taste red and white wines
  • 12:00: Picnic-style lunch at a family-owned vineyard in Saint-Emilion with selected wines
  • 14:30: Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion village
  • 16:00: Tour and tasting at a château in Pomerol or Saint-Emilion
  • 18:00: Return to Bordeaux Tourist Office

Includes

  • Entrance to 3 wineries
  • Extra sparkling wine tasting
  • Up to 10 wine tastings including red, dry white, and sparkling wines
  • Transportation in an eight-seat minivan
  • French picnic lunch with local produce

Excludes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and other attractions (unless specified)
  • Water bottles (please bring your own to support eco-friendly practices)

Important Information

  • The tour is conducted in English and French
  • Children under 12 and pets are not allowed
  • Notify the operator of dietary requirements before the tour; the picnic mainly includes local cheeses, cured meats, and salad
  • The tour requires a minimum of 2 participants; cancellations or rescheduling may occur with full refunds if not met
  • Saint-Emilion village is not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Meet promptly at the Bordeaux Tourist Office at 09:05. Bring comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle. The best time to visit is during mild weather to enjoy the picnic and walking tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to three unique wineries, typically from the Graves or Pessac-Léognan appellations and Saint-Emilion vineyards.
You will taste a variety of Bordeaux wines, including reds and whites, from each of the three wineries visited.
The picnic lunch is served in a vineyard, offering local charcuterie, cheeses, and tarts paired with wine.
Yes, the tour is designed for all wine lovers, including beginners, with guided tastings and explanations.
The tour lasts a full day, typically around 7 to 8 hours, including winery visits, tastings, and the picnic lunch.
Yes, the day includes a guided walking tour of the historic vineyards in Saint-Emilion.
Yes, guests usually have the opportunity to buy wines directly from the wineries visited.
Most full-day Bordeaux wine tours include transportation between wineries and tour locations.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking in vineyards and outdoor picnic settings.

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