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Day trip to Saint-Emilion and its castles in a private tour

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Day trip to Saint-Emilion and its castles in a private tour
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Day trip to Saint-Emilion and its castles in a private tour

Discover with your local guide, the medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO, in 1999. You will be seduced by this walk in the pedestrian streets of the village of Monk Emilion, and by the beauty of this heritage ..

Learn the history of the castles of the appellations of Pomerol, and the Jurisdiction of Saint-Émilion. Live the passion of the vineyard of their founders, descendants and new passionate owners.

Learn more about the different classifications of the Bordeaux vineyard, and the different winemaking techniques.

During the day, you will visit three Châteaux of different appellations around Saint-Émilion. Each visit will be concluded with a tasting. And you'll see some of the biggest names in the vineyard, such as Château Ausone, Château Angelus, Château Cheval Blanc, or Château Petrus in Pomerol.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Place de la Comedie, 33000, Bordeaux France

The starting point of your tour, if you have not chosen to be picked up at your hotel.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Office de Tourisme du Grand Saint-Emilionnais, Place des Creneaux Rue du Clocher, 33330 Saint-Emilion France

We will make you discover on a private visit the picturesque region classified as World Heritage by UNESCO of Saint-Émilion.

We take care of the complete organization of your day, and the private transport from and to Bordeaux, by luxury sedan or luxury van, depending on the size of your group. We will book tours of the castles, and we will reserve a table for you in one of the restaurants we enjoy in the vicinity.

During the day, you will visit 3 castles, and taste 2 or 3 wines from each of the areas visited. You will discover the blend, particularity of Bordeaux wines, and the domination of Merlot, on this side of the Garonne.

You will be able to walk in the medieval village of the Émilion monk. The village located at the top of a hill, offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyards. You will be able to appreciate the architectural richness of this inheritance, where one combines constructions carried out from the 11th century until the 21st century. You will be able to admire the beauty of the hilly landscapes, covered with some of the most famous vines in the world. You will not be able to pull out your cameras to keep a memory of these enchanting panoramas.

Sample route:

9h00: We take care of Place de la Comédie, or in front of your hotel.

 You are left for about 45 minutes of a comfortable journey in sedan or van luxury (depending on the size of your group). During your trip, your guide / driver will give you a lot of information and indications about our region, our wines and our Bordeaux culture. He / she will be happy to answer all your questions.

10h00: Visit of a 1st castle, Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Emilion or Pomerol appellation.

11h30: Visit of a 2nd castle, Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Emilion or Pomerol appellation.

13h00: Lunch at the castle restaurant or at Saint-Emilion (not included, but we take care to reserve your table in a restaurant that we recommend for the quality of its cuisine and prices)

15h00: Visit of a 3rd castle, Grand Cru or Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Emilion or Pomerol appellation.

4.30 pm: Walk in the village of Saint-Émilion, commented by your guide / driver. He / she will make you discover the architectural peculiarities of this charming medieval village, and will tell you the eventful history of this village and its monk Émilion.

18h00: Return to Bordeaux, arrival at your hotel around 18h45.

We organize our wine-tours on demand, taking into account travel times between the different places visited. We favor the castles that we value for the quality of their services and the quality of their wines. We are also careful to offer castles with different typologies, different styles and using different techniques.

Your guide / driver will accompany you all day, and will be attentive to all the details that will make your trip will be successful, and leave you with the best memories.

Duration: 8 hours



Duration:8 to 9 hours
Commences in:Bordeaux, France
Country:France
City:Bordeaux

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