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Loire Valley Wine Tour : Exploring Chinon & Bourgueil Vineyards
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Discover the vineyards of the Loire Valley on a small-group full-day wine tour from Tours. Visit wineries in different appellations, explore the historic town of Chinon and enjoy guided tastings of Loire Valley wines.
Highlights
- Learn about the Cabernet Franc grape variety
- Explore the historic town of Chinon
- Visit local wineries and meet passionate winemakers
- Discover several Loire Valley wine appellations
- Enjoy scenic vineyard landscapes
What is Included / Excluded for this tour
Program & Itinerary
Spend a full day exploring the vineyards of the Loire Valley, one of France’s most diverse wine regions. Departing from Tours, this small-group wine tour takes you through scenic vineyard landscapes and historic wine villages where centuries of winemaking tradition continue today. During the day, visit carefully selected wineries in different appellations to discover the diversity of Loire Valley ...
Spend a full day exploring the vineyards of the Loire Valley, one of France’s most diverse wine regions. Departing from Tours, this small-group wine tour takes you through scenic vineyard landscapes and historic wine villages where centuries of winemaking tradition continue today. During the day, visit carefully selected wineries in different appellations to discover the diversity of Loire Valley wines. The tour includes a stop in the charming town of Chinon, famous for its medieval fortress and surrounding vineyards that produce red wines primarily made from Cabernet Franc, the signature grape of the region. Guided tastings allow you to discover a range of wine styles while learning about the terroir, grape varieties and winemaking traditions that make the Loire Valley one of France’s most fascinating wine destinations.
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Winery Visit
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Visit & Lunch
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Winery Visit
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Drop off location
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Practical Information
Know before you book
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- Tour is operated in English
- Wine tastings only for participants of legal drinking age
- Wear good walking shoes
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
- Loire Valley Wine Tasting from Tours
- Departs from Tours Tourism Office
- Some wineries include cellar stairs
- Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time
Additional information
- Drink included: 2 wine tasting sessions included
- The Loire Valley produces a wide range of wines including Chenin Blanc whites and Cabernet Franc reds, reflecting the diversity of soils and microclimates throughout the region. Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle. In France, snacks are usually not provided during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. We recommend having a good breakfast or lunch beforehand.
Voucher info
<ul><li>Mobile voucher accepted
Instant confirmation upon booking</li></ul>
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Group information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Meeting point /
78 Rue Bernard Palissy
37000 Indre-et-Loire
Departure
Meeting point in front of Tours Tourism office.
Return
Tour returns to original departure point.
Reviews
5.0/5 (23 reviews)
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Shaun
13, Aug 2025
Our guide Ilia was excellent. His wine knowledge was superb and he was a charming natural communicator with a great sense of humour. His knowledge of... -
Kate P
15, Jul 2025
Ilia was a wonderful host and guide. We visited two wineries and enjoyed variations of wines made with chenin blanc. Ilia was very knowledgeable and provided... -
Gabrielle
02, Sep 2024
Our trip was fantastic! Not only did we get to try a wide variety of wines (all delicious, by the way), but we also got to see some very pretty areas... -
Laura
15, Jul 2024
Tour muy interesante, gracias a Ilia. Contratamos la visita en inglés, nuestra idea era ir traduciendo porque mis padres no saben el idioma pero al llegar...
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Included
- Transportation in premium air-conditioned minivan
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Winery visits and wine tastings
- Visit of Chinon historic town
- Small-group experience (max 8 guests)
Excluded
- Meals and personal expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Purchases at wineries
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
FAQ
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Which wine regions are visited during the tour?
The tour visits wineries in the Loire Valley near Tours and includes a stop in the Chinon / Bourgueil wine regions. -
What grape varieties will we taste?
Typical tastings include wines made from Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. -
What is Chinon known for?
Chinon is famous for its red wines made primarily from Cabernet Franc -
Can we purchase wine during the tour?
Yes, guests may buy wines directly from the wineries. -
Is the tour suitable for beginners?
Yes, the experience is designed for both wine enthusiasts and beginners.
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