Loire Valley’s best food & drink: Recommended tours & tickets

Discover the whole wine-making process, from grape to wine, with Myriam, the granddaughter and wife of winegrowers from the Vouvray vineyard in the Loire Valley. 3-hour tour including a guided walk in the vines, a tour of the winery and rock-hewn cellar, and a tasting of 6 Loire wines with local finger food. Discover the Vouvray wines and deepen your knowledge of Loire vineyard while enjoying a personalized attention from your local guide on this small-group tour limited to 12 people.

Let us take you to some of the best vineyards in the area - Chinon, Saumur, Bourgueil - and discover the amazing wines - whites, rosés, reds, and sparkling. Walk the vineyards, tour the caves, and taste wines (10+ wines) with the winemakers. Full-day tours include 3 wineries and a homemade picnic lunch served at a vineyard. The lunch or snacks can be added to a half-day tour (for an additional fee) to make a truly French experience. You'll have the opportunity to buy wines at each vineyard and we can arrange shipping services for the wine to be delivered to your home! NOTE: Pickup originating from a 10km radius of Chinon. If it's a one-person, private tour, there is a 60 euro surcharge. For pickup locations in Saumur, an additional fee will be added.

An excellent introduction tour to discover the diversity of Loire Valley wines with a passionate professional wine guide As a small group (maximum 8) enjoy a true and complete experience: > Visit a vineyard to understand "Terroir" and what goes into making wine > Two different cellar visits in a family own business and an other company > Two extensive tastings (minimum of ten wines in total) > Paired with local cheeses and other delicacies. > Transport in a comfy Mercedes minivan Adapted to every level of knowledge from beginners to expert : your professional guide will adapt to everyone

Located 10 minutes from Chinon at our family-run château in the Loire Valley, enjoy a tour of our Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc AOC CHINON vineyard, leading to a visit of the cellar, then a wine tasting in a historic tasting room. After which you will be escorted to your private picnic spot to enjoy a lovely lunch at a beautifully dressed table overlooking the vines with 1 bottle. In winter time, you will be seated in an vaulted indoor location with cozy candles and sheepskins to warm your chair. An unforgettable Loire Valley experience from an award-winning family-run winery. Please note that the tour and tasting can be combined with other groups. However the picnic portion is always in a private location for you and your group alone.

Explore the beautiful Loire Valley vineyards of the Vouvray Appellation. Visit one superb estate, meet the producer and learn how to taste these elegant wines from this well-known terroir of the Loire Valley area. Don't forget to enjoy stunning views on the Loire river !

Caves Ambacia, 500 years of Loire Valley wine making history! Wine merchants since 1874, come and discover our 16th century troglodyte caves. The wine tour includes: 5 sens experience, cellars tours with Duhard wine collection, wine tasting class with 3 wines, including a wine form the collection. Optional : - Food and wine pairing (cheeses/charcuterie platter) - Epicerie: France delicatessen and cheeses. - Bistrot with Loire river view. - Wine shipping throughout the World All the taste of the Loire Valley !

A 100% Gourmet Food Tour (Without Guilt!) Whether you're a foodie, a curious explorer, a passionate gourmet, or simply someone who loves discovering new flavors, this food tour is for you! Why join us? ❤️ Taste iconic local products: Nougat de Tours, Sainte-Maure cheese, rillettes, chocolates, Loire Valley wines, and other delicious surprises! ️️❤️ Discover the city from a new perspective: A gourmet itinerary through historic alleys and hidden gems. ‍ ❤️ Meet passionate artisans: Learn their stories and the secrets behind their creations. ❤️ A friendly and accessible experience: Whether you're with family, friends, or traveling solo, enjoy a warm and immersive adventure. ➡️ What to expect: 5 to 6 gourmet stops, fascinating anecdotes, and plenty of laughter and shared moments. Tips are always appreciated if you enjoyed the experience and would like to support our work!

Discover the unique history of the Château du Petit Thouars, a family-owned castle built in 1423 by the Dukes of Thouars. Owned by the Aubert du Petit Thouars family since 1636, the castle has been passed from father-to-son in a direct line, with a vineyard in existence on the property for hundreds of years. Visitors will visit Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc vines and learn about vineyard practices in the Chinon appellation. A leisurely stroll will take you to our troglodyte caves where our wines are vinified and aged on-site. You will be walked through French wine vinification practices. Returning to the château you will taste our range of wines, paired with delicious local specialties.