OUR PRIVATE TOUR
Looking for an original and fun small group activity? Bordeaux Wine Trails offers a scenic electric bike ride through the countryside of Saint-Emilion, discovering its beautiful vineyards and awe-inspiring chateaus on your very own private tour. It’s a unique opportunity to explore the famous medieval city and its wineries from a different point of view!
Throughout the day, you will be able to learn about the region’s history and heritage, meet passionate winemakers as they give you a private tour of their chateau, and savor a picnic with a view overlooking the vines. You will have the exclusive chance of tasting the most lucrative wines of the region, both directly at the chateaus as well as a local wine cellar!
We will take care of everything. Your group will be picked up directly from your place of accommodation (or at a meeting point) in Bordeaux to take you to Saint-Emilion in one of our spacious minivans. You will then pick up your electric bikes, ready to roll through the quaint and picturesque streets of the village and its surrounding vineyards. No need to be an athlete, this bike ride is accessible to everyone!
After a day of up to nine wine tastings and feasting on local delicacies, your personal guide will drive your group back to Bordeaux so everyone can relax and enjoy their day in complete safety.
This tour is available from April to October from Friday to Sunday only. The minimum age to participate is 16 and the minimum height is 1.55m and weight limit of 105 kg.
We are happy to adapt to your dietary needs. Please inform us at least 48 hours before tour departure. Lunch includes regional cheese, deli sandwiches and seasonal fruit salad.
Program
09:00
Departure from your hotel or other chosen pick-up point in Bordeaux
10:00
Arrival at Saint-Emilion. Safety briefing and bike tests
11:15
Visit of a chateau in Saint-Emilion and red wine tasting
12:15
Lunch in a brasserie or a picnic at the chateau (upon request)
14:00
Guided tour of Saint-Emilion medieval village
16:00
Wine tasting at a family owned winery, followed by a french appetizer with extra glass of wine
18:00 (approximate time)
Back to Bordeaux
Meeting Point
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Bordeaux city center
Duration
8 hours
Transportation
Premium minivan or other vehicles on request
Languages Spoken
English / French
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes & clothing. Hat & sunscreen depending on weather.
Highlights
- From 2 – 20 guests
- 2 winery visits and up to 8 or more tastings from a personalized selection of renowned and family owned wineries
- Gourmet picnic lunch at a chateau with a glass of wine
- Visit of the medieval town of Saint Emilion
Prices
Prices including TAX, transportation from Bordeaux, guide and winery fees (2024 prices)
2 people
from 480€ per person
3 people
from 375€ per person
4 people
from 320€ per person
5 people
from 285€ per person
6 people
from 245€ per person
7 people
from 230€ per person
8 people
from 220€ per person
Included/Excluded
Included
- Transportation in a premium minivan
- E-bike rentals
- All wine tasting fees (up to 6 wine samples)
- Guided walking tour of the village
- Visit & wine tasting in a Grand Cru chateau
- Local guide, expert in Bordeaux wines
- Personalized itinerary
Excluded
- Gratuities for the guide
- Personal insurance or expenses
- Meals & drinks
- Any additional cost for specific winery requests
OPTIONS
If you want to make your wine tour even more unique, you can personalize your experience with the following add-ons:
- Third winery from 60€ /pers.
- French aperitif at the chateau: from 20€ / pers.
- Picnic style lunch: From 49€ / pers.
- Wine blending workshop: 30-60€ / pers.
- Cooking class at a Chateau: on request only
- Barrel tasting with the winemaker: from 20€ / pers.
- Tasting of older vintages: on request only.
This list is not exclusive so feel free to ask us for anything. Except the Moon, there’s no wine there!
Cancellation conditions: Please consult our Terms of Sale.
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Q&A
Can we bring our luggage on the tour?
You can carry your luggage with you on request. It will depend on the size of the luggage and the space available in the van. But your chauffeur-guide will accompany you during your visits, so, any luggage or personal effects inside the vehicle will be left unattended. Bordeaux Wine Trails cannot be held liable in the event of theft or damage to your property.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Our minivan tours always go through unless there is imminent danger due to the weather conditions. In case of rain, we provide umbrellas to all our guests. Also, we try to keep track of the weather conditions a few days before the tour in case we need to reschedule it. But if due to unforeseen weather trouble the tour is cancelled you will receive a full refund.
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