IMPORTANT : COVID-19
Following France government's measures, Rustic Vines Tours is closed until further notice.
All our tours until May, 1st are cancelled - you'll receive a message from us concerning your possibility of postpone your reservation. We cannot guarantee the period won't be extended, we'll keep you posted constantly. We're doing our best to keep you satisfied and working hard to help Rustic Vines Tours to survive.
Please note that due to the unexpected pandemic, our cancellation policy cannot be applied. We'll issue a Voucher with no limit date. For more info, we'll reply all your questions at contact@rusticvinestours.com
Stay safe and see you soon !
Saint Émilion Wine Tour
Join us on a breathtaking wine tour to Saint Emilion : visit two contrasting Châteaux and discover the UNESCO-listed medieval village of Saint Emilion. The Half Day Tour will be a similar experience but just one Château visit.
Naturally, the Famous Monk Tour includes many different wine tastings and a few facts to give you a better understanding of the region.
Indulge in amazing picturesque scenery, excellent wine, rich history and a French lunch (with baguette!), all in the comfort of a small group with a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Because after all, there’s no better way than to learn about wine than by experience!
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Picturesque Vineyards
See first-hand the rolling hills and vineyards of the most famous wine country in the world
Discover Different Wines
Let your taste buds explore the different wines from several appellations surrounding St-Émilion
Shuttle Pickup & Dropoff
Shuttle in between Bordeaux and St-Émilion in our modern minivans with heating and AC
Full & Half Day Wine Tour
There is something for everyone ! Choose to spend either a half or full day in the picturesque ST-Emilion region.
ITINERARIES
Choose the tour that suits you best !
FULL DAY
WINTER Monday - Tuesday Thursday - Saturday
Depart from our office in Bordeaux center and travel to the St-Émilion region on a quick 45-minute journey in our comfortable minivans.
Tour a Chateau, learn about their production methods and taste the fruits of their labour. +/-1hr
Enjoy a sandwich or salad in the heart of the village. Tour the famous UNESCO listed medieval village, and indulge in more wine tastings at our favorite wine merchants ‘cave’ cellar.
Tour a contrasting Chateau or wine estate, learn about another production method and taste the difference. +/-1hr
Ride back in our minivans for a Drop-off at our agency in Bordeaux center around 5:30 pm
HALF DAY
WINTER & SUMMER Wed - Fri - Sat (Sunday - summer only)
Depart from our office in Bordeaux center and travel to the St-Émilion region on a quick 45-minute journey in our comfortable minivans.
Tour the famous UNESCO listed medieval village, and indulge in more wine tastings at our favorite wine merchants ‘cave’ cellar.
Tour a Chateau, learn about their production methods and taste the fruits of their labour. +/-1hr
Ride back in our minivans for a Drop-off at our agency in Bordeaux center around 1 pm
FULL DAY
SUMMER Everyday
Depart from our office in Bordeaux center and travel to the St-Émilion region on a quick 45-minute journey in our comfortable minivans.
Tour a Chateau, learn about their production methods and taste the fruits of their labour. +/-1hr
Enjoy a French picnic lunch at the Château with fresh and local products such as ham, cheeses, bread, veggies, dips and Bordeaux specialty dessert.
Tour a contrasting Chateau or wine estate, learn about another production method and taste the difference. +/-1hr
Tour the famous UNESCO listed medieval village, and indulge in more wine tastings at our favorite wine merchants ‘cave’ cellar.
Ride back in our minivans for a Drop-off at our agency in Bordeaux center around 5 pm
*Please note that the itinerary may slightly change from one day to another, but the departure time, return time (+/- 15 minutes) and what’s included in the tour will always be the same.
WINTER from 01/11/19 to 31/03/20 – SUMMER from 01/04/2020 to 31/10/2020
Famous Monk Tour Pricing
Tour the Saint Émilion wine region, and the famous UNESCO listed medieval village, indulge in chateaux tours and wine tastings at our favourite estates and in wine merchants cellars.
- Transport to & from Bordeaux
- Friendly English speaking guide
- Entrance fee & guides at 1 Estate
- 5+ Wine Tastings
- Guided visit of St-Émilion village
- Bottled Water
- Transport to & from Bordeaux
- Friendly English speaking guide
- Entrance fees & guides at 2 Estates
- 8+ Wine Tastings
- WINTER: Gourmet sandwiches or salads lunch with dessert
- SUMMER: Picnic lunch at the Château
- Guided visit of St-Émilion village
- Bottled Water
DUE TO THE CURRENT PANDEMIC, OUR CURRENT CANCELLATION POLICY SHALL CEASE TO BE VALID.
We’ll issue a Voucher to postpone your tour with no limit date.
Contact us : contact@rusticvinestours.com
OUR CANCELLATION POLICY
DUE TO THE CURRENT PANDEMIC, OUR CURRENT CANCELLATION POLICY SHALL CEASE TO BE VALID. We'll issue a Voucher to postpone your tour with no limit date. Contact us : contact@rusticvinestours.com For further safety, you can take insurance when booking for €5 per person where we will provide refund under the below conditions. Failure to notify us by email or phone will result in zero refund. If you cancel more than 7 days out from the tour: 100% refund If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled tour: 0% refund if you haven't purchased the cancellation insurance. 50% refund if you purchased the cancellation insurance and notified us less than 24 hours before the departure time. 100% refund if you purchased the cancellation insurance and notified us more than 24 hours before the departure time. RUSTIC VINES reserves the right to cancel if the minimum number of guests (2) is not reached. *updated 06/10/19 - if you bought the cancellation insurance before the update, the previous policy applies.
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Combine Tours for Discounts
We offer a great range of tours to Saint Emilion, Medoc, Bordeaux either by bike, minivan or on your own two feet ! Combine different tours to organise your stay in the Bordeaux region and ensure you are getting great value for money. Discounts and tips on how to maximize your experience !
Rustic Vines Bordeaux Office
26 Rue de la Devise, 33000 Bordeaux (+33) 9 86 41 88 83 CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE