
EST 2004
Loire Wine Tours from La Grande Maison
Customised Loire Wine Tours in Loire Vineyards
“Thank you for welcoming us to your world for the last six days. I came to La Grande Maison with my three sons to celebrate my 70th Birthday and to introduce them to the delights of the Loire Valley and it’s wines. You organised and delivered a vin marathon of 13 tastings in five days. An excellent holiday”
Michael Willcox
Director RSJ Restaurant
Loire Wine Specialist London

Tour Description : DOGS & HORSES WELCOME !
La Grande Maison is your starting point for a customised wine tour. Nestled on a hill in the heart of the vines of the Saumur - Puy Notre Dame Appellation is the perfect location for starting a bespoke wine tour of the Loire Valley wine region. We'll guide you through the vineyard tracks and explain about viticulture, grape growing, grape varieties and terroir along the way.
We can customise a wine tour to you own specific requirements be it for a special event, birthday, anniversary, honeymoon or just a special get away holiday with a group of friends.
Some of the bespoke wine tours that we have created over the years include :
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Walking Wine Tours in the Loire Vineyards
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Wine Tours by Caleche - Traditional Horse & Cart
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Wine Tours by Bike - either cycling through the vineyards or in the wine caves
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4x4 Landrover Defender Off Road Wine Tour
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Wine and Boat Tour - sailing the majestic Loire River
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Family Wine Tours for Special Birthdays - with family birthday dinner
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Group Wine Tours for Special Occasions - with group celebration dinners
We can cater for groups up to 10 in a selection of 4 luxury bedrooms at La Grande Maison and offer dining occasions that will stay in your memory for many years to come.
So drop us a note with your requirements and we will tailor a tour to meet your own needs. POA on application.
Bring your dog if you wish!
Price :
POA Euros based on two people sharing a room includes a xx Night Stay on a B&B basis and one wine tasting supper
POA Euros per person based on two people sharing a room (plus taxe de sejour 1.50 euros per night)
Example of what might be included :
Collection to/from SAUMUR STATION*
Welcome drink on arrival
Presentation of detailed itinerary
xx nights B&B at La Grande Maison
xx Wine Tasting Supper (for 2 persons 1st evening)
xx Lunch at local Loire restaurant
Transport in roomy 6 or 9 seater vehicle
Qualified wine guide
A xx day visit to 2 local Loire wine producers by foot
Tastings of local white, red, rose & sparkling wines
Route map & details of Domaines to be visited

What is included :
Possibility to meet the winemakers
Helpful descriptions & winery notes
Bottled water to take on the tour
Wine Tasting note book and pencil
Opportunity to buy wines at vineyard prices
Transportation of wines bought to LGM
Translations by guide
Tea or coffee in gardens on return from your tour
Exclusive tour of the wine caves and tunnels at La Grande Maison
*Collection can also be arranged from Angers, Tours, Poitiers or airports please ask for prices