Small Group Tour: Walking Tour of Saint Emilion + Tasting in a Cave
Discover the picturesque medieval village of Saint Emilion on this Private tour. Did you say WINE? Saint Emilion has soooooo much more to offer: a hermite that changes bread to wood, the origin of the famous macaron, monolithic church etc.
Join us and explore one of the most beautiful villages of France, Saint Emilion, on this Group tour walking tour.
Saint Emilion is world famous for its wine and vineyards but the village itself has also a lot to see and discover.
We will visit the most important places and some hidden gems on this Private tour of Saint Emilion, which is an UNESCO world heritage site since 1999 and the first vineyards in the world to achieve this designation.
We will walk and talk about the Past, Present & the Future of Saint Emilion:
- Did you know that the first citizen of Saint Emilion was Ausonius, now one of the most prestigious wine château known as Château Ausone,
- Hear the miracle story of the hermit Emilion who gave the village its name in the 8th century,
- Learn the history of the biggest Monolithic church in Europe,
- Walk on the cobble streets of Saint Emilion while enjoying the stories of 100 years war between France & England,
- Hear the stories of the prestigious châteaux owners who rebelled during the French Revolution,
- Discover the local, traditional food and wine history of Saint Emilion with the recommendations of the best restaurants in Saint Emilion,
- Cap of with 2 glasses of Saint Emilion wine tasting in an underground Cave dating back to 200 years old.
- And much more!
Join the Private Tour of Saint Emilion and explore the best monuments like the Tower of kings, The Brunet Gate, the Cordelier Convent & its picturesque views with your young & friendly guide.
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How to get to Saint Emilion from Bordeaux?
Arrival by Train: The train ride from St Jean Train Station in Bordeaux to St Emilion Train station is 35 min to 55 minutes. Arrive at least 20 min before the tour starts, as it takes 15 min walking to reach starting point from the station.
By Bus: TransGironde runs regularly in summer, Bus Nr 302 starts at Place Quinconces in the City Center of Bordeaux.
By car: Arrive early to search parking, all parking in and around St Emilion is paid.
Please plan enough time for travel and parking to reach the meeting point on time for the tour start.
Please inform us for any changes or delay.
Important:
- Bring Walking Shoes
- Unfortunately Strollers & wheelchair access is limited (stairs, cobblestones)
Starting Point: 1 Rue Guadet, 33330 Saint-Émilion; Mini square next to ATM from Banque Populaire
End Point: 5 min walking from Starting Point
Time: Please choose your time.
Duration: 2 hours max.