Visit the wine estate Château du Bois-Huaut and take a leisurely stroll in the vineyard, tour the cellars with a guide, and participate in a professionally guided wine tasting masterclass with tastings of 8 different wines. Then take home 2 bottles of wine. Located just outside Nantes, in Gorges, Château du Bois-Huaut is an estate hand-picking its 14 different grape varieties (Muscadet, Sauvignon, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Rosé, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet, Sparkling and sweet) since 1897, having been in the family for more than 4 generations. Enjoy a guided tour of the wine cellars and learn more about the historic winery and wine-making.  Join a relaxed wine tasting workshop lead by an expert sommelier and awaken your tastebuds as your tasting session includes dry, semi-dry, sweet, sweet wines, vintage wines, and barrel-aged wine. Learn more about wine, how to make the most of the aromas, and how to taste the wine. Taste 8 of the wine maker's favorite wines and at the end you will be offered two bottles per person to take home Feel free to wander around the stunning vineyard at your own pace.

Starting From Chinon, take the cycling path towards the Vienne's river and cross a beautiful countryside for 45 minutes or so. Once you arrive at Candes-Saint-Martin reach the panoramic view and enjoy the confluence of the Loire and Vienne rivers. Make a stop at the bailica of Saint-Martin and enjoy the beauty of the whole village of Saint Martin before reaching Montsoreau and it's beautiful Castle that overhangs the Loire's river. From then, cycle uphill to reach the hill vineyards of the "appellation Saumur Champigny" and cycle across them, making stops at amazing wineries to taste local wines made with the famous cabernet franc and chenin grapes ! After the first visits of wineries, it' s time to enjoy a nice lunch (picinic) on the banks of the Loire. Back on the cycling path, discover the troglodyte villages of Turquant and Souzay-Champigny before visiting other wineries and tasting local wines again ! Once you reach the world famous castle of Saumur and its fantastic panoramic view over the whole city, take a short shuttle (10 minutes) to take you to Bouvet Ladubay's sparkling winery and enjoy another experience on vintage bikes. Put the headlamps on and follow the guide that takes you to underground galleries to finish your fanstastic wine cycling day ! A shuttle (40 minutes) minutes will drive you back to the starting point at Chinon.

Take a cycling day trip from Le Mans and discover the wonders of the Loire’s cultural heritage. Start by traveling to Muides-sur-Loire from Le Mans with your guide. Then, start cycling and make your way to the local forest of Boulogne, where the famous castle of Chambord is based. After a picnic in a picturesque spot, you will head to the castle of Cheverny and its beautiful gardens. Take a short break before continuing your bike tour. Then, cross the scenic vineyards famous for their fruity red wines of Cheverny AOC, made from gamay and pinot noir grapes. Learn about how white wines are made with sauvignon and chardonnay. Pedal towards the finish line at the castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire, which marks the grand finale of a memorable day out.

Experience the allure of Saumur's wine scene without the hassle of meticulous planning. Our Self-Guided Saumur Wine Tour puts you in charge, stress-free. Simply let us know if you'd like to visit two or three wineries and whether you'd prefer to include lunch, and we'll handle all the arrangements. Once everything is confirmed, we'll provide you with a personalised itinerary and a detailed map, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience. All of the wineries are within a 30-minute drive of Saumur. Itineraries are customised and are subject to change. If you want to cycle or walk please message us after booking so we can book appropriate venues and ensure enough travel time in your itinerary. Example Itinerary: Arrive at your first stop for the day, a winery famous for its white wines. Explore the historic vineyards, learn about their winemaking process, and enjoy tastings of their crisp Saumur Blanc wines. After your first tasting, take a pause for a delightful meal at a local restaurant. This is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the regional cuisine. Make sure to add lunch if you want us to organise this for you. Head to the next winery on your tour, a family-owned winery known for its exceptional Saumur-Champigny wines. Enjoy a guided tasting of their wine range and delight in the full-bodied red wines. Want more than two tastings? Choose the Three Tasting Tour and end your tour at a third winery, renowned for its sparkling wines. Explore the underground caves and enjoy a tasting of their large range of Saumur wines.