Sancerre & Pouilly-Fumé Wine Tour Goats' cheese tasting Discount Tickets

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Overview

This one-day tour is the perfect excursion for guests looking for a fascinating day in the beautiful countryside along the banks of the river Loire. You will enjoy the lively atmosphere of a colourful market (Wednesdays & Sundays) and also discover the delicious goat's cheeses that contribute to the fame of the region. You can visit the historic riverside town of la Charité-sur-Loire and its famous 12C Benedictine priory. Furthermore, the tour will take you to the historic hilltop town of Sancerre and is the perfect introduction to the world-class Sauvignon blanc wines of the Central Loire Valley. You will also discover the vineyards of Pouilly-sur-Loire where a visit to a local wine maker will be your opportunity to taste and learn all about another household name in Sauvignon blanc wines, the wonderful Pouilly Fumé. And red wine lovers, please do not despair, the region also producers some great pinots, especially from around Sancerre.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Tourist office in town centre or local accommodation

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Chevrerie Des Gallands
A visit to a local goat farm where you can buy some of the delicious "crotin de chavignol" to accompany a glass or two of Sancerre wine !
Duration: 60 mins
2. Le Prieure de La Charite-sur-Loire
A brief stop here to admire the ancient Benedictine Priory and the majestic river Loire.
Duration: 60 mins
3. De Ladoucette
A great tasting of some of the estate's superb Pouilly-Fumé wines
Duration: 60 mins
4. Tracy-sur-Loire
An opportunity to taste some of the top Pouilly-Fumé wines
Duration: 45 mins
5. Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire
Wednesdays & Sundays. Enjoy a stroll through the local street market
Duration: 30 mins
6. Sancerre
A walk in the historic back streets of medieval Sancerre with tastings at several wineries' boutiques. Also panoramic viewpoint over river Loire and vineyards
Duration: 60 mins
7. Chavignol
A commented tasting of the wonderful wines of the renowned Henri Bourgeois family
Duration: 45 mins
8. Crezancy-en-Sancerre
A visit to a family run winery with tasting in the heart of the Sancerre vineyards
Duration: 45 mins

Inclusion

A walking tour of the historic town of Sancerre with a stop to taste great local wines

all transport in luxury air-conditionned minivan

A cheese & wine tasting at a local goat farm

Alcoholic beverages

pick up and drop off at local train station or local accommodation (30km radius of Sancerre)

visit to local street market (Wednesdays & Sundays)

Exclusion

Lunch

Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Supplied by Grapes and Corks

Reviews

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Based on 7 reviews

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