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Castle Epicurean Experience with Wine & Local Specialties
Type: Private and Custom Tours
Duration: 2 Hours
Castle Epicurean Experience with Wine & Local Specialties
- Type:Private and Custom Tours
- Duration:2 Hours
OVERVIEWIndulge in a delightful 2-hour journey during this exquisite castle epicurean experience. Discover the rich history of Château du Petit Thouars, a family-owned treasure. Immerse yourself in the fascinating vineyard and cellar tour, followed by a peek inside the château's ground floor. Finally, revel in a heavenly wine tasting, perfectly complemented by artisanal local dishes. This unforgettable experience unfolds in the elegant dining room of the château. Join for a truly extraordinary adventure.Visit the stunning Château du Petit ThouarsSample delicious French cuisineSip on high quality wine vintagesEnjoy the castle grounds, take photosSAMPLE MENUStarterRilettes (French deli meat)StarterTerrine (French deli meat)Starter1 French Artisanal cheeseStarter2 French Artisanal CheeseINCLUDESDelicious selection of French deli meats and artisanal cheesesWater includedFull tasting of our range of winesEXCLUDESPrivate transportationMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting point1 Château du Petit ThouarsEnter through the black front gates, drive up the path and park directly beside the château. Walk past the château, into the inner courtyard and you will find our office under the arches of the building across.Options and Start timeCastle Epicurean Experience with Wine & Local Specialties:04:00 PMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECTTravellers will discover the history of the Chateau du Petit Thouars
Visit Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc wines and learn about French vineyard practices and the Chinon terroir
Visit an historic troglodyte cave and learn about our winemaking techniques
After a view of the ground floor rooms of the castle, taste the range of wines paired with delicious local specialties, in the dining room of the château.
Accommodations can be made for vegetarians, vegans, non-gluten and any other restrictions.Duration: 2 hoursADDITIONAL INFOService animals allowedNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties
Type: Dining Experiences
Duration: 8 Hours
Epicurean Discovery Tour with Wine & Local Specialties
- Type:Dining Experiences
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWEnjoy the chance to sample both typical food and local wine during this brief, small-group exploration of the Château du Petit Thouars, ideal for food lovers and those with limited time in the region. Learn about the Châteaus history and stop by the troglodyte caves, before sampling both Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc wines for a comprehensive experience.Try local specialities paired with wines from the Château du Petit ThouarsCombine a food and wine experience into one brief tour, ideal for tight schedulesVisit an historic Château and learn more about its history than you would aloneBenefit from personalized attention as this is a small-group tourINCLUDESGuideMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting point108 Château du Petit ThouarsPlease enter by the black front gates, drive up the lane and park immediately beside the château.Options and Start timeEpicurean Discovery:02:00 PM, 04:00 PM, 11:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECTTravellers will discover the history of the Chateau du Petit Thouars
Visit Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc wines and learn about French vineyard practices and the Chinon terroir
Visit an historic troglodyte cave and learn about our winemaking techniques
Taste wines paired with local specialties in the tasting room, which are in the former stables of the châteauDuration: 1 hour 15 minutesADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedSpecialized infant seats are availableNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience
Type: Wine Tasting and Winery Tours
Duration: 1 Hours
Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience
- Type:Wine Tasting and Winery Tours
- Duration:1 Hours
OVERVIEWThe Loire Valley is famous for its magnificent châteaux and historic wineries, and this tour from Chinon combines both into an unforgettable lunch date. Enjoy a tour and wine tasting at the Château du Petit Thouars, then select your favorite wine to accompany your romantic picnic lunch, overlooking the idyllic Loire Valley vineyards.Learn the secrets of Loire Valley wine during a guided winery tour and wine tastingEnjoy a romantic picnic lunch overlooking the vineyards (vegetarian options included)Select a bottle of your favorite wine to accompany your lunchChoice of departure times throughout the dayINCLUDESBottled waterAll taxes, fees and handling chargesWine tastingLunch1 bottle of wine for your lunchMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting point108 Château du Petit ThouarsEnter through the black front gates of the château, drive up the long lane, park directly beside the château. Walk into the inner courtyard to find our office.Options and Start timePicnic in the Vines:02:00 PM, 11:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECTMake your own way to Château du Petit Thouars, a short drive from Chinon, where youll be greeted by your hosts and whisked on a guided tour of the family-run château.Located 10 minutes from Chinon in the beautiful Loire Valley, arrive at the Château du Petit Thouars, a family-run vineyard that has been in the du Petit Thouars family and passed from father-to-son in a direct line since 1634. You will be greeted at our wine office and then led for a walk through our Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc AOC CHINON vineyard, through the clos and our vielles vignes/old vines, to our impressive cellar located in hollowed limestone caves that are centuries old, where our wines age in French oak casks. The tour then leads to our historic tasting room located in the former stables of the château, where you will be led through an informative and educational tasting of our range of wines. After the tasting, select a bottle of wine to take with your packed picnic lunch that you will enjoy in a unique setting: next to our ancient dovecote, overlooking the vines, with the château forming a majestic backdrop. This is a unique and unforgettable Loire Valley experience.
Learn the secrets of winemaking in the Loire Valley and the importance of terroir as you stroll through the château vineyards and peek behind-the-scenes of the historic winery, which has been owned by the du Petit Thouars family since 1634. After seeing the aging cellars where the wines are aged in French oak casks, head to the tasting room to sample the winerys fine Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc wines.
After sampling the wines, youll have a chance to select a bottle of your favorite to accompany your lunch. Youll then be left to enjoy your romantic picnic lunch, looking out over the château, the ancient dovecote, and the rolling vineyards.Duration: 2 hours 30 minutesADDITIONAL INFOTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitnessChildren must be accompanied by an adultPlease advise any specific dietary requirements at time of bookingVegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requiredOperates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriatelyNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Private Half-Day Excursion Departing from Chinon
Type: Motorcycle and Sidecar Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Private Half-Day Excursion Departing from Chinon
- Type:Motorcycle and Sidecar Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWEmbark on a side-rant experience!
You will enjoy strolling the cobbled streets of Chinon, crossing the most renowned estates of the Chinon appellation and visiting Crissay-sur-Manse, one of the most beautiful villages in France. You can also admire the magnificent castle of Azay-le-Rideau, the most confidential castle of Islette, or the castle of Ussé, the castle of Sleeping Beauty
The most beautiful walk in Touraine will offer you an explosion of colors to the rhythm of the seasons.
The sidecar is undoubtedly the most suitable and original way to appreciate the magnificent landscapes. Very comfortable and accessible to everyone, it will be suitable for families, friends, looking for adventure or gentle transport.
INCLUDESPrivate transportationMandatory equipment (helmet and gloves)Pilot-guideMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointPlace Jeanne d'ArcWe will find ourselves at the foot of the Joan of Arc statue. I will wait for you with your carriageOptions and Start time1 sidecar:01:00 PM, 09:00 AM2 sidecars:01:00 PM, 09:00 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECT1: ChinonDiscover the picturesque streets of the old town of Chinon, its half-timbered houses, its lively squares and its medieval atmosphere.
The Royal Fortress of Chinon was built in the 10th century and was the site of many historical events. important. The medieval castle, which is the centerpiece, was the residence of King Henry II of England and his son Richard the Lionheart. It offers a panoramic view of the city and the Vienne valley.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Crissay-sur-ManseCrissay-sur-Manse is classified among the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Visiting this village offers an authentic experience of French rural life, with its preserved architecture, tranquil ambiance and houses made of tuffeau stone, a local limestone.
Its medieval castle is an emblematic element of the village. It was built in the 12th century and has impressive architecture.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Azay-le-RideauBuilt in 1527, the castle of Azay-le-Rideau is a marvel of grace and whiteness, dominated by turrets which still recall the medieval era. Built partially on the Indre, this jewel has one of the first staircases with a straight banister - Italian style -, a decor and furniture of great richness which are distinguished by exceptional quality and a magnificent set of tapestries from the 16th and 17th centuries. Around the building, an 8 ha English-style park was created from 1810.
Azay-le Rideau is also home to the Château de l'Islette, which housed the loves of Camille Claudel and Rodin.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Rigny-UsseNicknamed the "Sleeping Beauty" castle, the Ussé castle was built from the 15th to the 18th century, on the banks of the Indre.
The Château d'Ussé is the only private château of the great châteaux of the Loire to still be inhabited by the same family for more than two centuries.
Furnished and inhabited by its owner, the Duke of Blacas, it also has beautiful French gardens and a Renaissance chapel.15 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleSuitable for all physical fitness levelsTransportation time between the various attractions is estimated at approximately 3 hours. You will be able to enjoy the pretty landscapes, comfortably installed in your magnificent sidecar2 passengers can board per sidecarNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
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