Bordeaux: St-Emilion and Medoc Wine Day Tour with Lunch

Médoc, Bordeaux



Discover 2 famous wine regions in a day on a guided wine trip from Bordeaux. Visit St-Emilion and Médoc wineries, enjoy guided tours and tastings, picnic, a heritage UNESCO village discovery walk and more.

This full-day guided wine tour from Bordeaux covers two major wine regions, Saint-Émilion and Médoc, ideal for wine enthusiasts seeking diverse tastings and local culture.

Highlights

  • Visit two Bordeaux wine-producing regions in one day with a guide
  • Up to 15 different wine tastings included
  • Picnic lunch at a winery featuring local pastry and a glass of wine
  • Drive along the famous Chateaux Road
  • Visits to 3 châteaux and a guided tour of Saint-Émilion UNESCO village

Description

9:00am – Meet your guide at the Rustic Vines Tours agency in Bordeaux city center and depart for the Saint-Émilion Right Bank wine region.

10:00am – Explore the medieval streets of UNESCO-listed Saint-Émilion on a guided walking tour. Learn about the village's history, key monuments, and how wine shaped its development.

10:30am – Enjoy a wine tasting in Saint-Émilion focused on local grape varieties, terroir, and regional styles.

11:30am – Visit a Saint-Émilion winery for a cellar tour and a detailed wine tasting, highlighting local winemaking traditions.

12:30pm – Have a picnic lunch at the winery, including a sandwich or salad paired with a glass of wine in a countryside setting.

1:30pm – Drive to the Médoc (Left Bank), known for some of Bordeaux’s most prestigious estates.

2:30pm – Visit a Médoc winery for a guided tour and tasting of Cabernet Sauvignon–driven wines representative of the Left Bank.

4:00pm – Conclude with a tasting at a family-owned Margaux winery, showcasing Médoc wine diversity and elegance.

5:00pm – Return drive through the vineyards back to Bordeaux.

6:00pm – Drop-off at the Rustic Vines Tours agency in Bordeaux city center.

Includes

  • Transport
  • Expert tour guide
  • Guided tour of Saint-Émilion village
  • Wine tastings within the village
  • Picnic lunch
  • Visits to 2 Médoc wineries and 1 Saint-Émilion winery with 3 wine tastings
  • Bottle of water

Excludes

  • Personal expenses

Important Information

  • From April 1st, 2025, the tour will include 1 winery visit and tastings in Médoc and 2 winery visits in the Saint-Émilion region, plus a guided village tour and an additional wine tasting session in Saint-Émilion. The overall inclusions remain the same.

Cancellation Policy

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

Booking tip: Wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring a hat or sunscreen for outdoor segments. The tour operates best in mild weather from spring to autumn.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour visits Saint-Émilion on the Right Bank and Médoc on the Left Bank of Bordeaux.
Up to 15 wine tastings are included during the full-day tour.
The tour begins at the Rustic Vines Tours agency located in Bordeaux city center.
Yes, a picnic lunch with local pastry and a glass of wine is provided at a winery.
Yes, the tour includes visits to three chateaux along Bordeaux’s Chateaux Road.
The tour includes exploring the UNESCO-listed village of Saint-Émilion.
This is a full-day guided tour, starting in the morning and ending in the late afternoon.
No prior wine knowledge is required; the guide provides insights suitable for all levels.
Check the official website of the tour provider for the most up-to-date hours and information.
Yes, transportation between Saint-Émilion and Médoc is included during the tour.

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