Discover the exquisite flavors of Graves and Sauternes on a private full-day wine tour from Bordeaux. Experience vineyard visits, exclusive tastings, and expert insights into Bordeaux's finest wines while immersing yourself in the stunning landscapes.
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Why you’ll love this tour
English-speaking, local guides expert
Tour can be customized to suit your interests.
Pre-Booked Visits to Our Selection of Wineries.
Discover 3 selected classified growth Châteaux
Visit the heart of Bordeaux’s wine regions
Your day at a glance
Discover the rich flavors of Graves and Sauternes with a private full-day wine tour from Bordeaux. Immerse yourself in the heart of Bordeaux’s esteemed wine regions, where you'll indulge in exclusive tastings at three carefully selected classified growth Châteaux. With expert insights from your local, English-speaking guide, you'll learn about the unique terroir that contributes to these exquisite ...
Discover the rich flavors of Graves and Sauternes with a private full-day wine tour from Bordeaux. Immerse yourself in the heart of Bordeaux’s esteemed wine regions, where you'll indulge in exclusive tastings at three carefully selected classified growth Châteaux. With expert insights from your local, English-speaking guide, you'll learn about the unique terroir that contributes to these exquisite wines. This personalized tour can be tailored to suit your interests, ensuring a memorable experience. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pick-up and travel in comfort as you explore the stunning vineyards that have made Bordeaux a world-renowned wine destination.
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Bordeaux departure
Meet your guide and depart from Bordeaux
Meet your guide and depart from Bordeaux
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Pessac-Léognan Winery
Reach the Graves wine region. Visit & wine tasting in a Pessac-Léognan winery
Reach the Graves wine region. Visit & wine tasting in a Pessac-Léognan winery
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Lunch Stop
Stop for lunch (at own expense) in a local restaurant
Stop for lunch (at own expense) in a local restaurant
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Sauternes Winery
Visit and wine tasting in a winery of the Sauternes wine region of Bordeaux
Visit and wine tasting in a winery of the Sauternes wine region of Bordeaux
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Return to Bordeaux
Tour returns to original departure point
Tour returns to original departure point
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Informations
Language spoken
English
Know before you book
Full-day tour visiting Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes regions
Visits three châteaux with red, dry white, and sweet wine tastings
All château tasting fees included in tour price at estates visited
Hotel pickup included from Bordeaux and within 30 km radius
Tour conducted in English; other languages available on request
Know before you go
Tour duration approximately 8 hours; returns around 5:30 PM
Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyard and cellar tours
Camera recommended for vineyard landscapes and château architecture
Tour runs rain or shine; vehicle is climate-controlled year-round
Included
Hotel pick up from Bordeaux or surrounding area.
Enjoy live commentaries from your wine expert guide.
Reservations for 3 selected wineries of the Graves & Sauternes.
Travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
Tasting fees in the wineries
Excluded
Meals and drinks (lunch).
Personal travel insurance, expenses.
Gratuities for the Guide
Must know
Full-day tour visiting Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes regions
Visits three châteaux with red, dry white, and sweet wine tastings
All château tasting fees included in tour price at estates visited
Hotel pickup included from Bordeaux and within 30 km radius
Tour conducted in English; other languages available on request
Additional information
Drink included: Tasting fees included
This private Graves, Pessac-Léognan, and Sauternes wine tour is ideal for wine enthusiasts seeking to explore Bordeaux beyond the famous Médoc and Saint-Émilion regions. It suits white wine lovers wanting to taste both world-class dry whites and legendary sweet Sauternes, couples and small groups interested in the historical birthplace of Bordeaux viticulture, and travelers curious about the unique noble rot winemaking process. The tour appeals to foodies interested in wine and food pairings, dessert wine collectors seeking Sauternes from prestigious estates, and first-time visitors wanting comprehensive exposure to red, dry white, and sweet white Bordeaux styles. With visits to Château Haut-Brion's appellation and expert guidance on three distinct wine categories, it's perfect for those who value diversity, educational depth, and access to lesser-known but equally prestigious Left Bank appellations in one full-dayIn 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.
Voucher information
If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Orphorus immediately. Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
Terms and conditions
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Cancellation policy
Cancellation deadline: 48 hours
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 48 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees.
48 hours prior to departure and less > no refund.
No show - no refund.
We will come and pick you up at Train Station, Hotel or Airbnb in Bordeaux or surrounding area, circle of 30 kms (20 miles) around Bordeaux at no extra cost.
Return
Tour returns to original departure point.
Group information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Reviews
4.7/5
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Alison Cownden
30, Sep 2021Get Your Guide
Our tour guide was very well informed and gave us excellent information
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PaigeLO
19, Jun 2019TripAdvisor
Comfortable transportation and knowledgeable guide. Easy pick-up at our rental unit.
We were a group of 4 and we toured 3 unique chateaus in the Sauternes Region. Helen was very friendly and had a great wit to her. Havi…Comfortable transportation and knowledgeable guide. Easy pick-up at our rental unit.
We were a group of 4 and we toured 3 unique chateaus in the Sauternes Region. Helen was very friendly and had a great wit to her. Having worked in the wine industry for many years, she answered all of our questions quickly and with good details. Unlike wine tastings in the US, it is normal in this region to sample only one red and one white at each tasting room. Not having much to compare at each stop, we took back much less wine that we had planned to. Lunch was not included and the restaurant that we were taken to cost each of us around 50 Euros. Wear comfy shoes - there is a lot of walking on gravel and dirt roads. I kept having to dump pebbles out of my ballet flats.
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Gail H
12, Apr 2019TripAdvisor
On my return trip to Bordeaux last month, I signed up with Orphorus for their three wine tours based on recommendations and ratings of other Trip Advisors. From the time I contacted the company I was pleased with the eff…On my return trip to Bordeaux last month, I signed up with Orphorus for their three wine tours based on recommendations and ratings of other Trip Advisors. From the time I contacted the company I was pleased with the efficient manner in which they handled my request for information. Christophe was responsive and quite helpful. I showed up for my first tour on Friday morning to Graves and Sauternes and was a bit late because I was unsure of the meeting point; however, Sarah, our brilliant tour guide, was gracious, gentle and quite understanding as were the rest of my tour partners for the day. We headed out and the mood in the van was quite jovial. Sarah led us through Bordeaux to our destination and filled us in on a bit of history of the area and its most prized resource – wines. She encouraged us to ask questions, we did and she answered them all brilliantly. When we got to our first destination Chateau Carbonnieux, our lovely host met us, took us on a tour of the beautiful facility, and gave us an account of the Chateau's history; the place was beautiful and the wines outstanding. It was only 10:00 o'clock and a bit early for wine tasting but I enjoyed tasting the wines and bought a bottle; in fact, several of us did! The drive through Graves was a lovely one; I thought it was the most beautiful of the three regions we toured. Each region has its own charm but Graves was the most charming. We visited a small Chateau across from Chateau d'Yquem and tasted one of the best Sauternes I have ever tasted - several members of the group purchased wines there! We took pics of Chateau d’Yquem, which is like a fairytale castle. We had a lovely first day!
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Quick answers
Can we choose the specific châteaux we visit?
Wineries are pre‑booked by the organiser, but you can share any preferences; special estates such as Château d’Yquem may be requested and are subject to availability
What appellations does this tour visit?
This private full‑day tour visits three châteaux across Graves, Pessac‑Léognan and Sauternes, giving you a mix of reds, dry whites and sweet wines.
Is lunch included on this Graves & Sauternes tour?
Lunch is not included; you have free time to choose and pay for your own meal in or near the vineyards, with recommendations from your guide.
How many wineries do we visit and taste at?
You visit three carefully selected châteaux, each including a guided visit of the estate and cellar followed by a tasting.
Are wine tasting fees included in the tour price?
Yes, standard tasting fees at the three scheduled châteaux are included; any extra purchases are at your own expense.
Where is the departure point and is hotel pickup included?
Pickup and drop‑off are included at your hotel, Airbnb or train station in Bordeaux or within about 30 km of the city, at no extra cost.
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