Gaillac wine tour from Toulouse: Two tastings, private minivan

Taste two Gaillac wineries without arranging your own transport

A private half-day wine tour from Toulouse to Gaillac, one of France's oldest wine regions, with pickup from your hotel and tastings at two carefully selected wineries. You travel in a small air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide who knows the region's reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines and the distinctive Perlé. The tour returns you to Toulouse by early afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half-day wine tour from Toulouse

• Pickup from central Toulouse accommodation
• Meet English-speaking driver and overview
• Travel to Gaillac wine region
• Visit first selected winery
• Wine tasting at first winery
• Visit second selected winery
• Wine tasting at second winery
• Return to Toulouse

The experience

What makes Gaillac worth a half-day trip from Toulouse is the range of wines in one small region: reds, rosés, dry and sweet whites, sparkling wines, and Perlé, a lightly fizzy white that exists almost nowhere else. The region itself dates back to the 2nd century B.C., and the rolling hills north of Toulouse still show that history in the way the vineyards sit on the land. A private minivan means you skip the bus-tour crowds and move at your own pace between the two wineries your guide has selected for quality.

The tour picks you up from your central Toulouse accommodation in a premium air-conditioned minivan. Your English-speaking guide outlines the itinerary before you head north, then leads you through two winery visits with tastings at each. The guide is a local expert in Gaillac wines, so the tastings are not a standard pour-and-move routine. You get context for what you are tasting and why the region makes what it does. The whole thing runs about four hours, ending back at your hotel.

One practical note: France does not serve snacks during wine tastings to keep the wine's flavor clear, so eat a proper breakfast or lunch before you go. The tour involves walking on cobbled and sloping streets, so wear shoes with good grip. The minivan holds a maximum of eight passengers, which keeps the group small enough that the guide can answer questions without shouting over a crowd.

What’s included

• Travel in a premium air-conditioned minivan.
• wine tastings at two carefully selected wineries.
• an English-speaking guide who is an expert in Gaillac wines (you can also request Spanish or French when you book).
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Toulouse.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDepartures at 09:00 and 14:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Ophorus

Is this one for you?This tour works best for small groups or couples who want to explore Gaillac without driving or joining a larger bus tour. The private minivan keeps the group under eight people, so your guide can answer questions and tailor the pace to your interests.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

What kinds of wine will I taste in Gaillac?

Gaillac produces reds, rosés, dry whites, sweet whites, and sparkling wines. The region is known for Perlé, a distinctive lightly fizzy white wine that is rarely found outside the area. Your guide will explain what makes each wine typical of the region and the terroir.

How long does the tour take from start to finish?

The tour runs about four hours total, including hotel pickup and drop-off in Toulouse, travel time to Gaillac, and tastings at two wineries.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the wineries?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Toulouse are included, and you travel in a private air-conditioned minivan with your guide, so you have no transport to arrange yourself.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, the minimum drinking age is 18 years. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and if you have children under 13 in your group, let the operator know when you book, as the minivan holds a maximum of eight passengers.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear good walking shoes with grip, as the tour involves walking on cobbled and sloping streets in the wineries and village. Eat a full breakfast or lunch beforehand, since snacks are not provided during tastings in France.