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Picnic in the Vines - A Unique Loire Wine Experience

4.8(207)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 207 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Château du Petit Thouars - Loire Valley Wines
The picnic table ready for your lunch!

About this activity

Step into a moment that feels uniquely special.

10 minutes from Chinon, discover Château du Petit Thouars, a family-run estate where history, wine, and beauty meet.

Begin with a guided walk through our vineyard (Cabernet Franc & Chenin Blanc), followed by a visit to our 15th-century troglodyte cellar and a wine tasting with explanations in the château courtyard.

Then, the moment you’ve been waiting for…

Your private picnic: the table beautifully set and prepared just for you - an invitation to slow down and savour. Enjoy a generous, carefully prepared lunch with fresh salads, deli meats, cheeses, and a local Chinon dessert (dietary requirements and allergies happily accommodated with a small supplement), paired with a bottle of our wine.

In cooler months, settle into a candlelit vaulted indoor space with sheepskins and blankets.

Hosted by the Count and Countess, whose family have owned and cared for the estate since 1636.

Tour/tasting may be shared; the picnic is always private.

What's included

  • ✓Bottled water
  • ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • ✓Wine tasting
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓1 bottle of wine for your lunch

Meeting and pickup

  • Enter through the black front gates of the château, drive up the long lane, park directly beside the château. Walk into the inner courtyard to find our office.

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

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

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