Experience
Private Tour
Two wine-focused days with Colin.
Private Two-Day Chinon & Sancerre Wine Tour
Two days exploring Chinon and Sancerre
From the Cabernet Franc vineyards of Chinon and Bourgueil to the Sauvignon Blanc slopes of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, discover two contrasting sides of the Loire on a private wine journey with Colin.
€1,080 per personTwo full days · Minimum two guests
Plan Your Chinon & Sancerre TourPHOTO FOR COLINContrasting Loire landscapes: Chinon and the vineyards of Sancerre
Price
€1,080 per person
Minimum two guests.
Duration
2 Full Days
Approximately eight hours each day.
Wine Regions
Chinon & Sancerre
Including Bourgueil and Pouilly-Fumé.
Food & Wine
2 Lunches & Tastings
Winery tastings and both lunches are included. Drinks ordered with lunch are extra.
Two wine regions, two distinct characters
Chinon and Sancerre reveal just how varied the Loire Valley can be. One is celebrated for Cabernet Franc reds; the other is a world-renowned home of Sauvignon Blanc.
To the west of Tours, Colin introduces the family-run domaines of Chinon, Bourgueil and Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil. To the east, discover the hilltop vineyards and village of Sancerre, with the possibility of exploring nearby Pouilly-Fumé.
These wine areas are far apart. The two days are planned as distinct regional experiences, with accommodation and collection points discussed in advance rather than assuming a single convenient base.
The Chinon & Sancerre Experience
Three reasons to explore both ends of the Loire
Taste contrasting grapes and appellations with the people who know them best.
PHOTO FOR COLINCabernet Franc tasting with a Chinon or Bourgueil grower
Discover Cabernet Franc country
Explore the reds of Chinon, Bourgueil and Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, and see how soils and winemaking decisions create different expressions of the grape.
PHOTO FOR COLINThe Sancerre vineyards and hilltop village
Explore Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé
Discover Sauvignon Blanc in the eastern Loire, with the chance to compare producers, vineyard sites and other local wines where available.
PHOTO FOR COLINConversations and guided tastings with independent winemakers
Meet the growers behind the wines
Enjoy two days of privately guided visits to carefully selected wineries, with time to learn about their vineyards, traditions and distinctive wines.
Your Two-Day Itinerary
From Cabernet Franc to Sauvignon Blanc
The sequence below is illustrative. Colin confirms producers, timings and collection points based on availability and where you will be staying.
Day 1 · Western Loire
Chinon, Bourgueil & Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil
Travel through Cabernet Franc country around Chinon and Bourgueil, meeting growers and tasting the region's celebrated reds.
PHOTO FOR COLINChinon and Bourgueil vineyards or historic Chinon
- Meet independent winegrowersVisit selected domaines to discover how Cabernet Franc differs between local vineyard sites and producers.
- Enjoy lunch in wine countryPause for the first included restaurant lunch. Drinks ordered with lunch are extra.
- Explore the region furtherContinue with guided tastings and, when the day allows, time in the historic streets of Chinon.
Day 2 · Eastern Loire
Sancerre & Pouilly-Fumé
Discover the vineyard slopes of Sancerre and the Sauvignon Blanc wines of the eastern Loire, with optional neighbouring appellations.
PHOTO FOR COLINSancerre hilltop village and the eastern Loire vineyards
- Discover Sancerre's vineyardsExplore the soils, slopes and cellar traditions that give Sauvignon Blanc its local character.
- Taste with local producersVisit family wineries and, if the itinerary permits, compare Sancerre with Pouilly-Fumé or Sancerre Pinot Noir.
- Lunch and village timeEnjoy the second included lunch, with time for village scenery or a local specialty stop when practical.
Important: Chinon and Sancerre are a considerable distance apart. Overnight accommodation is not included, and collection locations for the two days need to be agreed with Colin before travel.
The Wines Behind Your Journey
The Loire's remarkable red and white wines
Cabernet Franc is central to Chinon, Bourgueil and Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil. From fragrant, supple reds to structured wines for ageing, the grape reflects the soils and decisions of each grower.
In Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, Sauvignon Blanc takes centre stage. Around Sancerre, the contrast between limestone, clay and flint soils is part of the area's appeal. Sancerre also produces Pinot Noir red and rosé wines, while nearby Pouilly-sur-Loire is known for Chasselas.
Exploring the two regions on separate days makes it easier to appreciate those contrasts in the landscape as well as the glass.
For a single-region alternative, discover our Best Reds Tour or the private Sancerre Wine Tour.
PHOTO FOR COLINTwo distinct Loire wine styles: Cabernet Franc from Chinon and Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre
Your Tour Price
What's included in the €1,080 two-day tour
The price is per person for a private two-day tour, with a minimum of two guests. Collection points must be agreed for both regions.
Included
- Colin as your English-speaking guide on both days
- Private local transport during the agreed tour hours
- Local pickup and return at the agreed location each day
- Winery visits and guided wine tastings on both days
- Two restaurant lunches, one each day
- Bottled water and a Loire Valley Wine Tour goodie bag
- Advice on purchasing wines and arranging delivery, where offered
Not included
- Drinks ordered with lunch; guided winery tastings are included
- Overnight accommodation between the two days
- Travel to and from the agreed collection points
- Personal purchases, wine orders and shipping costs
- Travel insurance and gratuities
- Optional extras or separate entry fees not agreed as part of the tour
Because these wine regions are far apart, confirm both pickup locations with Colin before arranging hotels or transport.
Your Local Guide
See two contrasting Loire wine regions with Colin
With Colin guiding the visits, you can concentrate on the wines, winemakers and stories rather than the driving.
His local relationships help create meaningful winery visits in both Chinon and Sancerre. He will also help you plan practical collection points, given the considerable distance between the two areas.
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Planning Your Tour
Chinon & Sancerre two-day tour FAQs
This journey focuses on contrast: Cabernet Franc in Chinon and Bourgueil, followed by Sauvignon Blanc in Sancerre and the eastern Loire. The Two-Day Loire Experience instead combines Chinon with Touraine and château visits.
The regions are a long way apart. For Chinon, collection around Tours, Amboise or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps may be practical; for Sancerre, places such as Vierzon, Chabris or Romorantin may work better. Confirm both collection points with Colin before booking hotels or train tickets.
Possibly. There is no single hotel location that is equally convenient for both regions. Colin can discuss the route, pickup options and travel between areas, but accommodation is not included in the €1,080 price.
Yes. Guided winery tastings and one restaurant lunch are included on each day. Drinks ordered with lunch are paid for separately; this does not apply to the included winery tastings.
The eastern Loire day centres on Sancerre, with the possibility of visiting Pouilly-Fumé or tasting its wines depending on producer availability and the agreed itinerary. Every winery stop is confirmed as part of planning.
Yes, if appropriate producers and wines are available. Sancerre also makes red and rosé from Pinot Noir, while Sauvignon Blanc is the best-known grape of the area.
This is a wine-focused tour and standard château entrance fees are not listed as part of its inclusions. If cultural visits are important, ask Colin about an adjusted itinerary or explore the Two-Day Loire Experience, which includes château or garden visits.
No. Accommodation, travel to agreed collection points, lunch drinks and personal purchases are separate. Ask Colin about the practical travel arrangements before booking.
Yes. Colin can discuss a bespoke two- or three-day itinerary with your preferred wineries, wine styles and cultural stops. Explore the bespoke multi-day option or enquire directly.
Touring dates depend on the season, winery opening times and Colin’s availability. Send your preferred dates so that he can confirm the itinerary and both collection arrangements.
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