La Maison de Bussy is a stunning entirely renovated typical limestone house nestled in one of the quaintest riverside villages of France, between Saumur and Langeais. It offers one bedroom with its en-suite bath (tub and walk-in shower, hair dryer), furnished with a queen bed and stylish antiques. Modern amenities include a flat-screen TV with international channels, WiFi internet access, private terrace overlooking the river.
As a guest of La Maison de Bussy, you'll enjoy daily breakfasts. From homemade cake, crêpes or waffles, mouthwatering omelets or fried eggs, to delicious croissants, compliments an assortment of fresh fruits, crispy baguette, cereals, yogurts, jams and honey, cold juices, almond or cow milk, as well as hot teas and coffee.
La Marine de Loire boutique-hotel**** complete La Maison de Bussy accommodation, located two-blocks from the house in Montsoreau picturesque village. This lovely hotel and Spa "Cinq Mondes" offers 11 air-conditioned rooms and suites decorated by Catherine Painvin celebrity children clothing designer and her daughter Caroline who owns the hotel. You will have breakfast at the hotel.
ITINERARY
Day 1 (Sunday) : Welcome to the scenic Loire Valley
Welcome to Tours TGV train station after 2pm.
Transfer to the house or boutique-hotel.
Check-in with a welcome drink and snack.
Afternoon visit to the chateau of Saumur and quaint town.
Aperitif followed by food & wine pairing dinner at La Maison de Bussy.
Overnight.
Day 2 (Monday) : Visit to langeais - Cooking Class
After breakfast, transfer to Langeais.
Visit to the medieval chateau.
Lunch in a traditional restaurant.
Walk alongside the Loire river.
Cooking class at La Maison de Bussy starting at 4:30pm. This class lasts 3 hours. It's followed by the tasting dinner accompanied by wine.
Overnight.
Day 3 (Tuesday) : Amboise & Chenonceaux full-day excursion
After breakfast, transfer to Amboise.
Visit to the royal chateau and to the Clos Lucé manor which was Leonardo Da Vinci last residence.
Lunch in Amboise.
Transfer to Chenonceaux. Visit to the royal chateau & gardens. The Chateau of Chenonceau was King Henri II, Queen Catherine de Medici and Diane of Poitiers' residence. A jewel!
Transfer to La Maison de Bussy.
Dinner and overnight.
Day 4 (Wednesday) : Cooking Class - Saumur Champigny - Fontevraud
After breakfast, cooking class starting at 10am followed by lunch.
Visit to a winery producing the Saumur Champigny.
Guided tour to the Abbey of Fontevraud then.
Dinner in a traditional restaurant in Montsoreau.
Overnight.
Day 5 (Thursday) : Chinon - Cooking Class
After an early breakfast, transfer to Chinon. It's market day! Market tour and shopping. Time free for your own shopping.
Lunch in Chinon.
3-hour cooking class at La Maison de Bussy starting at 4:30pm.
Farewell food and wine paring tasting dinner.
Overnight.
Day 6 (Friday) : Transfer to Tours TGV station. End of the tour
After breakfast, check-out.
transfer to Tours TGV train station.
End of the tour.
PROGRAM PRICE
US$ 3,700 per person (DBL occupancy, on the basis of 4 people booked together)
US$ 3,990 per person (DBL occupancy, on the basis of 3 people booked together)
Single occupancy supplement: US$ 590
ALL TAXES AND VAT INCLUDED.
Price includes:
- Tours train station round-trip transfer, and transportation by private car or van for visits and excursions,
- 5-night boutique-hotel**** or La Maison de Bussy accommodation,
- Daily breakfasts, lunches and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary,
- 3 hands-on cooking classes,
- Recipes in English,
- Market tour & shopping, and visits to local producers,
- Guided tours to the chateaux & cultural sites as mentioned in the itinerary (entrance tickets included),
Not included: airfare to/from your country, train tickets, drinks in restaurants, personal insurance, and personal expenses.
2021 TOUR DATES
June 20-25 (6 SPOTS AVAILABLE)
Other tour dates can be added upon availability. Please contact us for a special request. Thank you.
Tour is confirmed with 3 people, and it's limited to 6 participants.
Reservation in advance is strongly recommended.