About this tour
Spend two days exploring France's premier wine regions without leaving your hotel bed at dawn. Day one takes you through Champagne's celebrated houses and vineyard landscapes, where you'll taste from both prestigious and smaller producers. Day two combines a self-guided wander through Chambord Castle's architecture with Loire Valley tastings at family estates. Both days feature three-course lunches paired with regional wines, driven by a knowledgeable guide in a minivan holding just eight of you, departing and returning to central Paris.
Highlights
- Taste at two distinct Champagne houses, including a major producer
- Three-course paired lunches at family-run estates
- Self-guided audio tour of Chambord Castle
- Vineyard walk explaining cultivation and terroir
- Small group vans (8 passengers maximum)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Paris
- Expert English-speaking guide throughout
What to expect
You'll meet your guide at your Paris hotel early morning, then settle into a comfortable minivan for the drive northeast to Champagne. Expect cellar visits at two houses—one large, one mid-sized—where you'll descend into cold stone tunnels and taste directly from producers. A leisurely three-course lunch with Champagne pairings follows at a family property. The next day begins with an audio-guided walk through Chambord's grand corridors and chambers, then heads south to Loire Valley estates for similar tasting and lunch experiences. Guides share vineyard knowledge and regional stories throughout.
Good to know
Cellars stay around 10°C, so bring warm layers. Dietary requirements must be noted at booking. Tours require a minimum of four people; you'll receive pickup confirmation 24 hours beforehand. Wineries may change based on availability. Gratuities aren't included. The tour isn't wheelchair-accessible, though foldable chair users should contact organisers directly.
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