Experience Bordeaux's Médoc with hand-picked guides. Taste exquisite wines, enjoy a scenic Château drive, and expert-led estate visits.
Medoc Wine Tour Full Day Trip From Bordeaux (shared)
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Discover the Elegance of Medoc: A Full-Day Wine Journey from Bordeaux
Join us for a remarkable small-group tour in the heart of Bordeaux's Medoc region, designed for wine enthusiasts seeking to delve into the intricacies of French winemaking..
Our expertly crafted full-day trip from Bordeaux offers an intimate exploration of Medoc's vineyards, prestigious Chateau Wineries, and a scenic drive along the famous Castle Road.
Central Meeting Point in Bordeaux
Your adventure begins at a central and accessible location - the Bordeaux Tourism Office at 12 Cours du 30 Juillet, 33000 Bordeaux. This prime spot is easily reachable, a mere 10-minute stroll from most central city hotels.
If you're staying on the outskirts of the historical center, like near the train station or specific hotels, the Quinconces tram station, right next to the Tourism Office, offers a convenient link.
Timely Departure for an Exclusive Experience
We place great emphasis on punctuality to ensure a seamless and enriching tour. As we pre-book our winery visits to offer you an exclusive experience, please arrive at our meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
Our precise scheduling is key to ensuring you get the most out of the highly sought-after Bordeaux wineries, which require advance booking.
Should you foresee any delay, inform us immediately. We can wait up to 10 minutes, but any later may result in your reservation being marked as a no-show, without a refund.
Welcoming and Expert Guide
Upon reaching the meeting point, you'll be greeted by our friendly, English-speaking guide, easily recognizable by their Ophorus sign and badge.
They will provide an overview of your day's itinerary. Settle into our comfortable, air-conditioned minivan, complete a P/A system, ensuring a smooth and connected journey.
Morning: Scenic Drive and First Winery Visit
Your tour begins with a picturesque drive along Castle Road, passing iconic wineries like Chateau Palmer and Chateau Margaux. You'll explore different appellations, such as Margaux and Pauillac, while absorbing the stunning vineyard vistas.
At your first winery stop, delve into the estate's history and explore the winemaking process from vine to bottle. The guided tour culminates in a sophisticated wine tasting session, where the subtle nuances of Medoc wines are unveiled.
You're welcome to purchase wines directly from the winery, adding distinguished selections to your collection.
Lunch in Pauillac (at own expense)
The charming town of Pauillac awaits for a leisurely lunch break (not included in the tour price). We suggest a light meal to optimize your tour experience, considering the timing of the afternoon winery visits.
Afternoon: Two Diverse Winery Tours
Post-lunch, immerse yourself in the Medoc wine experience with visits to two distinct wineries, each representing a unique facet of the region's terroir.
Learn about the historical significance of wine trading in Bordeaux and the pivotal role of the 300 trading houses in shaping the industry.
The tour offers not just tastings but insights into the traditions and innovations that make Medoc wines truly exceptional.
Return to Bordeaux
Concluding your explorations, we'll journey back to Bordeaux, offering you time to ponder over the day's rich experiences. As we arrive back in the city, our tour concludes, leaving you with memories of a delightful day spent among the vineyards of Medoc.
Book your Medoc wine tour now for an unforgettable experience in Bordeaux's prestigious wine region, where history, culture, and the art of winemaking converge in a symphony of flavors and landscapes.
*Depending on availability, there can be 2 winery tours in the morning and 1 in the afternoon. Lunch break will always be in Pauillac.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point in Bordeaux.
- Visit & Wine tasting in 3 Chateau Wineries
- All wine tasting fees
- English-speaking driver / guide.
What's Not Included
- Personal insurance and expenses.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Meals and drinks.
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Office de Tourisme et des Congrès de Bordeaux Métropole, Cours du 30 Juillet, Bordeaux, France
Start Location Notes: In front of the Bordeaux Tourist information center
Operating hours
March 01, 2025 - November 29, 2025
| Sunday | 09:30 AM |
| Monday | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 09:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday | 09:30 AM |
| Friday | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday | 09:30 AM |
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Instant booking confirmation
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- Adult tour only, no children accepted under the age of 18
- Prices are per person
- Currency is in Euros
Know Before You Go
- Chateaux visits are not private
- Tour is operated in English
- Small group option, maximum 8 persons
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: > Up to 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. > 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.
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per person pricing
| RETAIL PRICE | |
|---|---|
| Adult (13-64 years) | €150.00 |
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Terms and Conditions
All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
Additional Information
In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
Please note: In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand.
FAQ
What does Médoc mean?
What does Medoc mean?
Historically, the word comes from latin: Meduli Litus that could mean 'in between seas' or middle of the land. Another theory is that it bears its name from the Medulles tribe that was present in the area during the Iron Age.
Today, Medoc is best known as a unique wine-growing region part of the Bordeaux wine region. Sitting on the Left Bank of the Gironde river estuary, it's close to the Atlantic coast and in proximity to sprawling forests. The geographic diversity of this fascinating wine region gives the final products a distinct character.
There are 8 regional or communal appellations that make up the Medoc wine region, the most famous being Margaux, Saint Julien, Pauillac and Saint Estephe.
However, in the past years winemakers located on the appellations of Moulis, Listrac and Haut Médoc have made great progress in the quality of the wines produced.
Often blending cabernet sauvignon, malbec, merlot and petit verdot grapes, the wines are in general intense, complex, structured, robust and round.
The main aromas that can be found in Medoc wines are liquorice, red and black small berry fruit, and roasted with ageing. The ageing of these wines range from 5 to 50 years.
Our other wine tours in Bordeaux:
We also organize other wine tours from Bordeaux to the major wine producing areas such as Cote de Bourg, Fronsac, Sauternes, Saint Emilion and Graves.
What Kind of wine is Medoc?
Medoc wine is produced in the Wine Region of Bordeaux. Sitting on the Left Bank of the Gironde river estuary, it's close to the Atlantic coast and in proximity to sprawling forests. The geographic diversity of this fascinating wine region gives the final products a distinct character. Medoc wines are known to be full bodied with high tannins, low acidity and medium to high alcohol levels.
How many wines will I taste during this tour?
Unlike other wine tasting sessions that you might have followed around the world, the tastings in Bordeaux are not as generous in terms of pours . The amount of wine poured is not what many would expect but here it is all about elegance, fruit, quality, aromas and flavors rather than quantity. Each Chateau will have you taste their premium wine and what we call the 'second' wine of the estate. Sometimes, Chateau owners also add a tasting of some other wine if they happen to be the owners of another Chateau in Bordeaux. So basically, at each winery visited it will be 2 to maximum 4 wines tasted. If you wish to taste more wine, lunch in Pauillac is a perfect location to sample other appellations - it is easy to order wines by the glass. To further enhance your wine experience, it is always possible to buy some bottles at the wineries visited.
About operator:
Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France.
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Prices
- Adult: €150.00
Basic Information
- Duration: 8 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Easy
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