Bordeaux Wine - the Great Chateaux Tour
Explore the renowned wines of Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, Sauternes, and Pessac-Léognan on this tour
Overview
One of the world’s most renowned wine regions, Bordeaux wine tours are among the top activities for all levels of oenophiles. Whether an amateur, a connoisseur, or one looking to relax among the vines that have made the region famous, a Bordeaux guided tour should be on the itinerary. Saint-Émilion and Pomerol offer distinguished and prominent Châteaux such as Cheval Blanc, Ausone, Angelus, Pavie, Petrus, and other Great Growths. For those looking to experience other wine styles, visiting Pessac-Léognan and the Sauternes region of Graves is inevitable. Sauternes, a sweet wine made famous by The Great Château of First Growth Château Yquem, is a special treat. For guests who wish to completely immerse themselves, a Master Class in winemaking can be organized as part of a Bordeaux guided tour. Participants will learn what goes into the prestigious bottles of Bordeaux wines before blending their own custom bottle. ITINERARY for Saint-Émilion: 10:00 AM Pickup at the hotel in Bordeaux and depart for Saint-Émilion. 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM First visit and tasting at a Château Cru Classé in Saint-Émilion or a Château in Pomerol. 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Lunch at a restaurant with traditional cuisine. 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Visit the Underground Monuments of Saint-Émilion: the hermitage of Saint-Émilion, the Trinity Chapel, The Catacombs, and the famous monolithic church of the 11th century. The guide will open the Underground Monuments with a personal set of keys and let you enter the largest monolithic church in Europe (please note that the tour is possible only with a licensed guide). 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Visit of Saint-Émilion village. 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Second visit and tasting at a Château Classified Growth in Saint-Émilion or a Château in Pomerol. 6:00 PM Return to the hotel. Please note: In August and during Harvest Time, the choice of Châteaux is restricted. The choice of Château depends on availability at the time of booking. All visits and tastings at Châteaux are private. Note: The start time and content of the tour can be adjusted according to the clients' wishes.
Cancellation Policy
By making a booking, you agree to the Cancellation policy and acknowledge that all services are provided as-is. 1. For cancellations made more than 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure, we offer a full refund, less a 10% bank or payment service fee and a 15 % handling charge. 2. Non-Refundable Services • All services provided, whether in full or part, during your tour are strictly non-refundable. Refunds will not be issued under any circumstance for failure to join the tour, unused tour bookings, any other services not utilized, or for a partially completed vacation. 3. Dissatisfaction and Personal Expectations • Dissatisfaction due to personal expectations, including but not limited to, the structure of the tour, the guiding approach, or the presence and conduct of tour guides, will not be considered a valid reason for a refund. 4. Cancellation by the Travel Agency • In the event of cancellation initiated by Tour Up In Europe, a full refund on the tours, including credit card fees, will be provided. 5. Adverse Weather Conditions • In the event that the Customer chooses to cancel any excursions or activities included in their contract with Tour Up In Europe due to adverse weather conditions, no refund or compensation will be provided for the affected arrangement or service. By confirming your booking, you acknowledge and agree to the above terms and conditions. Service Details Each of our tours includes exclusive private transportation, complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off, a dedicated private guide, and amenities such as bottled water and Wi-Fi in the vehicle. For our loyal customers, we give a llama toy. Note The start time and content of the tour can be adjusted according to the clients' wishes. Our Vehicles For your comfort and luxury, we offer a selection of premium vehicles: * Comfort Cars: Hyundai Tucson SUV, Renault Talisman, Lexus IS * Luxury Cars: Mercedes E-class W213 restyling, BMW 5 Series * Mini-vans: Mercedes V-class Minivan * Minibus: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Travel in style and comfort with our top-of-the-line vehicles, ensuring a sophisticated and seamless experience on every journey.