Excursion Unesco village of st. emilion tour at Bordeaux

Explore the Old World history and landmarks of St. Emilion during a half-day sightseeing excursion to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. A guided walking tour will allow you to get up close to the rich history of this beautiful village.

Scenic Drive

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximate one-hour drive to the vineyards of the Pomerol and St. Emilion regions. The celebrated vineyards of St. Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are among the most famous and attractive destinations in the Bordeaux region. The vineyards reach all the way up to St. Emilion's 13th-century town walls.

St. Emilion Walking Tour

Upon arrival in St. Emilion, take a guided walking tour of the village and its underground monuments. Along the way, visit landmarks that include the Collegial Church and its magnificent, 12th-century cloister, the 12th-century ramparts, the marketplace and Eglise Monolith, the largest underground church in Europe. Adjacent to the church, the catacombs include a charnel house and numerous sepulchres dating from the 11th and 12th centuries.

Additional sights to be seen include a natural grotto known as the Hermitage, the Cadene Gate and the King's Tower.

After your guided visit, some free time is made available to explore the village and browse the shops at your leisure before re-boarding the coach for the approximate one-hour drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1200m (.75 miles) on hilly, uneven ground and cobblestones in the village, and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, walking shoes and sun protection.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Bordeaux, Pomerol and St. Emilion Vineyards, St. Emilion Village, Collegial Church, Marketplace, Eglise Monolithe, Hermitage, Cadene Gate, King's Tower