The Famous Monk Tour
Saint Émilion Region Tours including many Chateaux, the medieval village, underground wine cellars, and more!
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 Day Wine Tour
Leave from our Bordeaux Office at 10am, and return around 5:30pm
FULL DAY
SUMMER & WINTER Saint-Emilion
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
Enjoy a nice platter of ham and cheese with some wine to splendidly end an unforgettable day ! *ONLY ON SUMMER TOURS – until 31/10/19
Ride back in our minivans for a Drop-off at our agency in Bordeaux center around 5:30 pm
*IMPORTANT – Slight change from November: wine with lunch but NO SNACK.
HALF DAY
WINTER Saint-Emilion
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
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 1:30 pm
TWO REGIONS
WINTER Saint-Emilion & Médoc
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 1:30 pm
We’ll get some lunch for you in Saint Emilion (included in the tour), enjoy it at our Bordeaux office before we head to Médoc.
Depart from our office in Bordeaux center and travel to the Médoc region on a quick 45-minute journey in our comfortable minivans.
Tour a 2nd Chateau, learn about their production methods and taste the fruits of their labour. +/-1hr
Indulge in more wine tastings at our favorite wine merchant ‘cave’ cellar.
Ride back in our minivans for a Drop-off at our agency in Bordeaux center around 6:15 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.
SUMMER from 01/04/2019 to 31/10/2019 – WINTER from 01/11/19 to 31/03/20
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 fees & guides at 2 Estates
- 8+ Wine Tastings
- Gourmet sandwiches or salads lunch
- Afternoon snack* (only Summer Tours)
- Guided visit of St-Émilion village
- Bottled Water
- Transport to & from Bordeaux
- Friendly English speaking guide
- Entrance fees & 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 in different wine area
- 10+ Wine Tastings
- Gourmet sandwiches or salads lunch with wine
- Guided visit of St-Émilion village
- Bottled Water
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Combine Tours for Discounts
We offer a great range of tours to Saint Emilion, Medoc, Arcachon, Bordeaux 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 Tour Office
26 Rue de la Devise, 33000 Bordeaux (+33) 9 86 41 88 83 Monday to Sunday 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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