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Essentials of Saumur

Discover the elegance and diversity of Saumur wines with this private half-day tour departing from Angers or Saumur.


In just 3h30 (4h30 if the departure is from Angers), explore two carefully selected wineries, taste expressive Chenin Blancs, refined Cabernet Francs, and Crémant de Loire, and learn how Saumur’s famous tuffeau limestone soils shape the character of its wines.

 

Comfortably transported in a luxury minivan and guided by your English-speaking driver-guide, this short but immersive experience is ideal for travelers who want to discover the heart of the Loire Valley without committing to a full day.
 

Perfect for wine lovers seeking authenticity, elegance, and a deeper understanding of Saumur’s unique terroirs.

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🕘 Duration

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3h30 — from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (4h30 from Angers)

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A perfect morning escape into Saumur’s vineyards and underground cellars.

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🚐 Departure

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  • Pick-up in Angers (hotel, station, or city center)

  • Pick-up in Saumur on request

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Travel in comfort aboard a luxury minivan, with your private English-speaking guide.

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🍇 What You Will Experience

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1. First winery visit & guided tasting

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Your journey begins at a family-run estate in the Saumur area.


Discover the region’s emblematic tuffeau limestone, learn how it influences vine growth and wine style, and taste a selection of elegant whites, reds, or sparkling wines depending on the domaine.

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2. Second winery visit & guided tasting

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Continue your experience with a visit to another carefully selected estate offering a different expression of Saumur wines.


Compare terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques while enjoying a curated tasting of several cuvées.

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🍽️ Lunch (not included)

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This half-day tour ends at 12:30 PM.
Your guide will be happy to recommend restaurants in Angers or Saumur.

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🌿 What’s Included

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  • Private English-speaking driver-guide

  • Transport in a luxury minivan

  • Pick-up & drop-off in Angers or Saumur

  • Guided visit and tastings in two wineries

  • Bottled water provided on board

  • Private or small-group experience

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🎯 Who Is This Tour For?

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Ideal for:

  • Travelers short on time who still want an authentic wine experience

  • Wine lovers curious about Saumur’s elegance and diversity

  • Couples and small groups looking for a premium discovery tour

  • Visitors staying in Angers or Saumur

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📌 Highlights

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  • Half-day immersion in Saumur’s vineyards

  • Guided visits & tastings in two wineries

  • Discover tuffeau limestone terroirs

  • Luxury minivan transport & private guide

  • Flexible pick-up from Angers or Saumur

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