11. Vineyard cycling tours in Chinon, Loire Valley
5.0· 17 reviewsTwo to three hours cycling through vineyards around Chinon, visiting local wine producers and sampling wines directly from the source.
“Quintin was an excellent guide. Being a local, he's well-acquainted with the area’s winemakers and tailors the tour to suit each group. Our group included non-bikers, yet the ride was manageable, the scenery stunning, and both the wine and lunch were delightful. The conversation was great as well. I cherished every aspect of the experience! If you're considering this tour, definitely go for it. Highly recommended for all!”— katherinef984
22. Château du Petit Thouars wine tasting experience
5.0· 3 reviews· 2 hoursTwo-hour vineyard and cellar tour at Château du Petit Thouars, culminating in wine tasting with local artisanal specialties.
“The wines were delightful, and the welcome was incredibly warm. I appreciate the experience and will definitely return. The wines are excellent, making this a visit I highly recommend.”— 757victoirev
33. Chinon gourmet food tour with a chef
5.0· 1 reviews· 5 hoursFull-day culinary experience in Chinon — local market visits, wine tasting, and a picnic prepared by the chef.
“Choosing to escape the crowded streets of Paris was a great decision, as Tours is truly lovely. Our chef and tour guide, Elisa, took us to various wine cellars and communicated in excellent English, making the experience enjoyable. We highly recommend her.”— Roving14675967614
44. Private picnic and wine tasting at Château du Petit Thouars
4.8· 189 reviews· 2.5 hoursApproximately three hours at a family estate — vineyard tour, wine tasting, and a private picnic featuring local delicacies and estate wine in Chinon.
“Spending a few hours in the peaceful Loire Valley was a delightful experience. The owner provided a wealth of knowledge and was very approachable, speaking fantastic English. The tour was both excellent and informative. Even as someone who doesn’t usually drink wine, I found all the samples to be delightful. We enjoyed the tour followed by a picnic, which offered great value for money. My partner's bucket list item was successfully checked off. The picnic spot was stunning, and the food was impeccable.”— dlewis569
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5. Wine and local specialties tour at Château du Petit Thouars
4.6· 33 reviews· 1.5 hoursTwo hours at Château du Petit Thouars — guided vineyard walk, troglodyte cellar tour, and wine tasting with local specialties served al fresco in the courtyard.
“We enjoyed a delightful 90 minutes with the Count. Hearing about the castle's history and his family was fascinating, but what stood out was the insights into the ecological cultivation of the vines. The highlight was undoubtedly tasting the wines and touring the cellars.”— PierreFoy
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