A full day tour for those interested in wine, the terroir, the makers and other local products of the Dordogne region.
Bergerac Wine Tours, Eymet
Wine tasting in the Bergerac wine area of the Dordogne
This tour offers you a relaxed 'no rush' daily tour and liaises closes established winemakers int eh area. The chateaux that you will visit have award-winning labels, they are family run and you will learn about (and taste) Organic wines and Organic production methods.
The organiser will accompany you during the day, introducing you to the local people, the terroir and its produce. "Since we live here, we know this region like the back of our hand."
In addition to the wine tasting schedule, they include a visit to several local, food producing farms. Here you can sample some of the delicacies the Aquitaine region is most famous for, including plums, chocolate or cheese.
What to see
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Eglise Saint-Eutrope 
Eglise Saint-Eutrope
Well-preserved 15th century frescoes
This pretty church in the minute village of Allemans-du-Dropt originally dates to the 10th century, though there have been many changes and additions over the years. The reason for visiting it to see its frescoes which date to the 15th century and are in impressively good condition. They feature the Last Supper, Crucifixion, Last Judgement and a rather grim view of Hell.
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Labyrinthe Vegetal, Bergerac
Giant maze & family games close to Chateau Bridoire
A magical world located in the heart of the 'Purple Perigord', hosted by the fairy mothers and created from fields of maize you can lose yourself here for hours.
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Chateau de Bridoire, Bergerac
Known as the Castle of Games, this chateau is south of the town of Bergerac
Now privately owned by restoration aficionados Catherine and Jacques Guyot, this castle has been partially restored and opened for the public to enjoy.
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Chateau de Monbazillac, Monbazillac
16th century château surrounded by vineyards
This 16th-century château combines medieval defensive fortifications and Renaissance exuberance.
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Chateau de Duras, Duras
Imposing château in Duras
Originally built in the 12th century, this château was transformed in the 14th century into an impregnable fortress with the support of Pope Clement V and his nephew and namesake, Bertrand de Got, then owner of the château. In the 17th century, it was enhanced even further, losing its defensive aspects but gaining stables, formal gardens ad a new reception rooms. Though its interior is a little sparse, you can see the original bakery, some impressive ceremonial rooms and its pretty inner courtyard. It holds festive cultural events throughout the year.
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Musee du Tabac, Bergerac 
Musee du Tabac, Bergerac
History of tobacco in the Bergerac region
Housed in the Maison Peyrarède, the tobacco museum in Bergerac tells the 4,000 year history of tobacco growth in the region when it used to be a major crop.
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Bergerac Wine Tours, Eymet
Wine tasting in the Bergerac wine area of the Dordogne
A full day tour for those interested in wine, the terroir, the makers and other local products of the Dordogne region.
How to book
It is necessary to book in advance as the tours are small and intimate and therefore limited on the number of spaces. You can find out more by making an enquiry on this page.
Child policy
Children are welcome on this tour and children under the age of 15 years are charged a reduced rate of €35.
