Wine tasting in Chablis: Private vineyard tour with winemakers

Walk the Kimmeridge slopes and taste from the winemakers who know them

A private wine tasting activity in Chablis where you walk through the vineyards with an expert guide, meet passionate winemakers, and taste from Petit Chablis to Grand Cru. The tour runs 8 hours with hotel pickup included, and a lunch break at a local bistro (your own cost) sits in the middle of the day.

The experience

What separates this from a standard tasting is the walking. You spend the morning moving through the emblematic slopes of Chablis itself (the Kimmeridge soil and the specific climate of each area), so you understand what makes the wines different before you taste them. Your guide shares the local viticulture techniques and the story of each vineyard as you go, then you meet the winemakers themselves at their cellars. That's where the tasting happens: in conversation with the people who made the wine, not in a tasting room reading notes off a card.

The selection runs from Petit Chablis through the Grand Cru appellations, so you're refining your palate across the full range. Private transportation is included, which means the pace stays yours: no bus schedule, no group waiting. A lunch break at a local bistro gives you time to sit with Burgundy cuisine and let the morning settle. Solo travelers are welcome at the same service level.

The guide speaks English or French, so you choose the language you're comfortable with. Pickup happens from your hotel, and the whole day is built around your schedule, not a fixed departure time shared with strangers.

What’s included

• Private transportation with hotel pickup.
• wine tastings across the Chablis range from Petit Chablis to Grand Cru.
• bottled water.
• expert guide in English or French.
• meetings with local winemakers at their cellars.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30

Book up to15h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Under 16: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Along Burgundy

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or French, so choose the language that lets you follow comfortably and ask questions as you walk the vineyards. If you want a guide who speaks only one language, confirm it when you book.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

What exactly happens during the vineyard walks in Chablis?

You move through the slopes on foot with your guide, stopping at the different terroirs to see how the Kimmeridge soil and exposure change from one area to the next. The guide explains how these differences shape the wine, then you taste at the cellars of winemakers working those specific vineyards, so you're tasting in the place that made it.

Is lunch included, or do I pay separately?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. You'll have a break at a local bistro where you can order Burgundy specialities. Budget around 27–30 euros for a comfortable meal. This break sits in the middle of the day, so you're not tasting on an empty stomach.

How long does the whole experience take?

The tour runs 8 hours from pickup at your hotel. That includes the vineyard walks, the tastings at different cellars, and the lunch break, so you're back by late afternoon.

Do I need wine knowledge to join, or is this for beginners too?

The guide tailors the experience to your level, whether you're new to wine or already know Burgundy well. The focus is on understanding the terroir and meeting the winemakers, not on passing a test. Solo travelers are welcome and get the same personalized attention as groups.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation from your hotel, bottled water throughout the day, and all the wine tastings are included. You bring your own lunch budget or order at the bistro during the break.