Suggestion for a tailor-made trip: The Loire Valley, from châteaux to vineyards
Tailor-made trips / Wine lovers / Loire : châteaux and vineyards
Between châteaux and little-known wine gems, the Loire Valley offers you a timeless journey from Sancerre to Chinon. Designed for wine lovers and groups who want to alternate châteaux and wine tasting, this 4-night stay promises wonderful discoveries along the wild Loire River, through the castles of the kings of France.
100% customizable trip. Suggested 5-day itinerary, starting at €1,090, depending on season, type of accommodation, and activities. See the proposed itinerary.
Highlights of this trip to the Loire Valley:
- In the footsteps of geniuses: Visits to Chambord, the château d'Amboise, and the Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's final resting place.
- Unusual experiences: Lunch cocktail in a troglodyte cellar in Vouvray.
- Diversity of grape varieties: Focus on Sauvignon Blanc (Sancerre), Chenin (Vouvray), and Cabernet Franc (Chinon)
An idea of your program
Day 1: Chambord, immersed in history
Arrival and direct transfer to visit the magnificent Château Chambord. Transfer, dinner, and overnight stay at a hotel in Orléans.
Day 2: Sancerre and its surroundings
Discover the discreet Coteaux du Giennois appellation, then enjoy lunch in Briare, opposite the famous canal bridge. Wine tasting at a renowned Sancerre estate, followed by a free visit to the hilltop village. Return to Orléans, dinner at your leisure.
Day 3: Cheese and Châteaux : Cheverny, Amboise, Clos Lucé
In the morning, visit a vineyard and enjoy a tasting pairing Cheverny wines with farmhouse cheeses. Lunch in Blois. In the afternoon, visit the Château and the Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last home. Dinner and overnight stay in Amboise.
Day 4: The troglodyte world: Vouvray / Bourgueil
Explore a cave dug into the rock in Vouvray to taste sparkling wines and dry wines made from Chenin grapes. Lunch on site. In the afternoon, visit a vineyard in Bourgueil. Dinner and overnight stay in Chinon.
Day 5: Organic Chinon
Visit to a certified estate and picnic among the vineyards before returning.
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