Chinon, visit of the the fortress and wine experience

  • Discovery of the forteress of Chinon dans its village

  • Visit and tasting in a winery in Chinon

  • A local and passionate driver and guide

  • Wine tasting in a Saumur winemaker


What is included

Min. 6

On demand

Minivan

English or French

8

from 09:00am to 06:00pm


The program in detail

Set off to discover the town of Chinon, a true treasure of the Loire Valley.

Let's start with a visit to the medieval village with its half-timbered houses and typical charm of a town of "Art and History", then head towards the royal fortress. Former home of the kings of England Henry II Plantagenêt, Richard the Lionheart and John Lackland then the kings of France, Philippe Augustus, Charles VII and meeting place of the latter with Joan of Arc, this place rich in history will charm you .

After the visit, drive to a vineyard near Chinon, well known for its Cabernet Franc. Light or more complex wines, you will inevitably find what you are looking for with the passionate winemaker you meet.

The second vineyard will be located in the Saumur region just a few kilometers away and the road leading you there will take you along the Loire, past the vineyards and discovering the region.

The Saumur vineyards are known for their subtle wines with fine tannins, red, white, rosé or sparkling, this second tasting will allow you to experience the entire palette of Loire wines.

 

After this unique day, your guide will take you back to your hotel.

 

 


Booking and cancellation policies

  • • Up to 7 days in advance: 100% refund
  • • Under 7 days in advance: no reimbursement
  • • A minimum of 2 participants is required for a tour. If only 1 person is booked on a tour, A la Francaise will contact the customer (phone or email) to reschedule or refund the total amount.

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