* Saumur : Horse Show at the Carousel

Arrive in Saumur. Lunch. Opening ceremony of the Carousel of Saumur 2010 which, for this exceptional show, combines horse events, presentation of past and present armoured vehicles, know-how and traditions of the riders of the Cadre Noir. Dinner. Accommodation.

Depart for Chinon, the country of Rabelais. Guided tour on a small train of the medieval city and its old houses and perculiar hotels. Visit the Animated Wine and Barrels Museum followed by a wine tasting session. Lunch of local delicacies. Guided tour of the medieval castle and the gardens of Rivaux. Dinner. Accommodation.

Depart for the troglodyte village of Bourré. In an ancient chalk quarry at 50m below ground, stone cutters have reconstructed an underground town with frescos sculpted in 3D. Then with the light from a miners lamp, discover a mushroom bed in a strange and colourful atmosphere. Lunch.