Private tour and wine tasting in the Loire Valley with Vouvray, Bourgueil and Chinon
Do this because
- Visit wineries of Vouvray, Bourgueil and Chinon
- Enjoy a sightseeing of the town of Chinon
- Meet the producers and tast their wines
- Roundtrip transportation from Tours or Amboise
What to expect
Start your day with a winery tour and Vouvray wine tasting.
Made from Chenin Blanc grape, Vouvray wines offers mineral wines with a high acidity level which gives to the wine a great aging capacity.
Continue with a tour and Bourgueil wine tasting at a local domain. The red and rosé wines produced on the domain are presented under the appellation « Bourgueil » AOC. They stem 100% from the "Cabernet Franc" grape, introduced by the monks of the Abbey in the 11th century.
Then, your guide will lead you to Chinon for a sighhtseeing of the town. With its medieval streets, Chinon has remained an outdoor museum of architecture and history. Discover the medieval half-timbered houses and the Renaissance townhouses built the King’s financers or ministers. With its fortress built by Henry II Plantagenet and Richard Lion’s heart, Chinon is the town where Joan of Arc met King Charles VII in 1429. You'll enjoy free time for lunch, your guide will recommend restaurants.
Finish the tour with a Chinon wine tasting at a local winery, with a visit of the vineyard and a wine tasting in their cellar.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- Wineries may change according to availability
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
What’s included
Transportation in a comfortable full options minivan
guided tours and wine tastings at 2 local domains
Pick-up
Guided tour
What’s not included
Tour and wine tasting lunch in a Bourgueil Domain (Optional, 74,00 € per person)
Personal expenses
Tips
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 5 days before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
France Intense
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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