Spend three hours exploring Saint-Emilion's UNESCO-listed medieval streets, underground monuments, and renowned vineyards at your own pace. Your private driver manages the scenic 45-minute journey each way, allowing you to sample the region's celebrated wines without worry about transportation back to Bordeaux.
Visit renowned vineyards and taste exceptional Grand Cru wines that have made this region celebrated worldwide, while your driver takes care of the logistics.
Saint-Emilion is filled with underground churches, ancient cellars, and bold reds made for sipping in the sun on its hilltop setting.
Saint-Emilion is a medieval hilltop village where wine, history, and legend are woven into every stone. Begin at the Monolithic Church, carved from solid rock, then climb the bell tower for sweeping views of vineyards and rooftops. Wander cobbled lanes past wine shops and hidden courtyards toward the King’s Keep. Opt for a catacombs tour or enjoy sparkling wine in the ivy-covered Cloitre des Cordeliers. Tastings abound - from grand chateaux to tucked-away cellars. End with lunch at L’Envers du Decor or grab traditional macarons to go before your driver takes you to the next stop.
Yes, St. Emilion offers numerous intimate wine tasting opportunities at village wine shops, small family producers, and historic cellars throughout the medieval streets. The tourism center even offers 2-4 wines per day to discover new wines in the region. These provide more personal experiences and often feature wines from multiple local producers at more accessible price points.
St. Emilion wines are predominantly Merlot-based, creating softer, more approachable wines compared to the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Left Bank. The limestone-rich soils contribute to wines with elegant minerality and the ability to age gracefully while remaining accessible when young.
Three hours allows sufficient time to visit the main attractions including the Monolithic Church, climb the bell tower for panoramic views, stroll the cobbled medieval streets, enjoy wine tastings at local cellars, and experience a leisurely lunch at one of the village's charming restaurants.
While the village sits on a hilltop with some steep cobbled streets, the main attractions are accessible, and there are alternative routes for those who prefer easier walking. The Monolithic Church and many wine shops are located on relatively flat areas of the village.
The Monolithic Church, carved entirely from solid rock, is the village's most remarkable underground site. You can also explore historic catacombs, visit wine cellars carved into limestone cliffs, and tour the ivy-covered Cloitre des Cordeliers where sparkling wine is aged in ancient underground chambers.
St. Emilion is famous for its traditional macarons, distinctly different from Parisian versions and available at local bakeries. The village also offers regional cheeses, duck confit, and other southwest French specialties that pair beautifully with local wines.
St. Emilion earned UNESCO status for its remarkably preserved medieval landscape, unique underground monuments including the Monolithic Church carved from living rock, and its exceptional viticultural heritage representing centuries of continuous winemaking tradition in an architecturally significant hilltop setting.
Allow time for leisurely strolling through the medieval streets, stopping at wine shops for tastings, enjoying a cafe break in one of the charming squares, and climbing the bell tower for sunset views over the vineyard-covered landscape surrounding this historic wine village.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.