10 Sightseeing Tours in Pays de la Loire That You Shouldn't Miss

June 29, 2021 Karren Gelb

Pays de la Loire (French pronunciation: ​[pe.i də la lwaʁ]; Breton: Broioù al Liger, meaning Loire Country) is one of the 18 regions of France. It is one of the regions created in the 1950s to serve as a zone of influence for its capital, Nantes, one of a handful so-called "balancing metropolises" (métropoles d'équilibre)¹.
Restaurants in Pays de la Loire

1. Segway, The Steampunk Island - Nantes City Tour - 1HR

Segway Mobilboard Nantes, 9 Rue des Vieilles Douves Place Geneviève Vix, 44000 Nantes, France Segway Mobilboard Nantes
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

A fun and unforgettable experience in the city of Nantes, where you will meet the big elephant and the giant carousel on the island of Nantes! You will enjoy both old shipyards and modern activities during this amazing tour!

Inclusions: Helmet, Guide, Discover the main sites, Photo souvenir

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Transfer to and from the hotel

Reviewed By elliottb274

Absolutely amazing, i really enjoyed this tour with Hakim wich have been a really good guide with a good knowledge of the city and all the history of the town. I invite you to book as soon as possible a tour if you want to discover the city in a good way! Thanks Mobile board

2. Segway: "The Wide Angle" city tour Nantes - 2H30

Segway Mobilboard Nantes, 9 Rue des Vieilles Douves Place Geneviève Vix, 44000 Nantes, France Segway Mobilboard Nantes
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Everything you need to see is in this tour ! The city's historical center, Nantes's island, the elephant, the castle and every form of art in Nantes is on schedule for this amazing tour ! Guided by an English, French and/or Spanish speaking guide, you will find exactly what you are looking for ! Book this tour and enjoy the ride ! ;)

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By elliottb274

Absolutely amazing, i really enjoyed this tour with Hakim wich have been a really good guide with a good knowledge of the city and all the history of the town. I invite you to book as soon as possible a tour if you want to discover the city in a good way! Thanks Mobile board

3. Segway: "The Great Escape" - city tour Nantes - 2H00

Segway Mobilboard Nantes, 9 Rue des Vieilles Douves Place Geneviève Vix, 44000 Nantes, France Segway Mobilboard Nantes
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Segway guided tours are a very special and surprising way to visit Nantes. It's also convenient in most streets. It makes good memories and allows you to visit a city in a few hours instead of a few days.

Inclusions: Use of Segway

Exclusions: Dinner, Private transportation, Bottled water

Reviewed By elliottb274

Absolutely amazing, i really enjoyed this tour with Hakim wich have been a really good guide with a good knowledge of the city and all the history of the town. I invite you to book as soon as possible a tour if you want to discover the city in a good way! Thanks Mobile board

4. Tourist visits

Cathedral of Saint Julian of Le Mans, 2 Place Saint Michel, 72000 Le Mans, France FP VTC Le Mans
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I am a private driver based in mans and I have a good knowledge of my city. FP VTC has documented and learned his city, several places to discover at Le Mans do not hesitate to contact me.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax)

5. Besançon: 1-Hour Sightseeing Flight

Besançon – La Vèze Aerodrome, Rue de l'Aérodrome, 25660 La Vèze, France Wingly Sightseeing Flight
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of Besançon in the most unique way... from a private plane! You’ll see stunning views of Bassins du Doubs, Château de Joux, Vallée de la Loue, and many more for you to find out with your very own pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the Aérodrome Besançon la Vèze. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: 1-Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Access a private and exclusive airclub , Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, Pilot Headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity

Reviewed By 915mitchellk

19 hours before the flight it got canceled by email without any explanation... Very bad service!! Not possible to make contact with the organisation either.

6. Segway: "Inside the Historical Center of Nantes" - city tour Nantes - 1H00

Segway Mobilboard Nantes, 9 Rue des Vieilles Douves Place Geneviève Vix, 44000 Nantes, France Segway Mobilboard Nantes
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After a short training session on the Segway, we will explore Nantes in a unique way with 60-minute small group Segway tour. See the city's beautiful architecture, its famous Castle where the Britany's Dukes lived, the reflecting mirror and other famous sights. Ride through the streets and discover the history of the Bouffay's district.  This tour starts at 5pm everyday, except on Saturday (1 tour at 10am and another one at 6pm).

Inclusions: Helmet, Guide, See the main sights, Souvenir photo

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By elliottb274

Absolutely amazing, i really enjoyed this tour with Hakim wich have been a really good guide with a good knowledge of the city and all the history of the town. I invite you to book as soon as possible a tour if you want to discover the city in a good way! Thanks Mobile board

7. Segway: "Nantes's Patrimony" City tour Nantes - 1H30

Segway Mobilboard Nantes, 9 Rue des Vieilles Douves Place Geneviève Vix, 44000 Nantes, France Segway Mobilboard Nantes
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4.9 based on 18 reviews

Let's ride our Segway next to the Erdre and go through places that have made Nantes' history ! The castle of Britanny's Dukes and the famous square Bouffay with its neighborhood full of bars and restaurants !

Inclusions: Helmet, Guide, See the main sights, Souvenir photo

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Aldo67_Go_on

After a short Segway - introduction by our very experienced and competent guide, we were allowed to experience an exciting city tour. Very recommendable!

8. Skip-the-line Musée d'Orsay & Montmartre Guided Combo Tour - Private Tour

Musée d'Orsay, 75007 Paris, France Babylon Tours Paris
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4.8 based on 17 reviews

This 5 hour private guided combo museum & walking tour explores origins of the Impressionist movement. Start at the Orsay Museum where you will skip the line and enter directly into its main collection of artwork by the likes of Monet and Cezanne. Then head to the Montmartre neighborhood and experience the surrounding that is the background of the impressionist's lives. The tour can welcome up to 8 guests and includes transportation between the two locations.

Inclusions: SKIP-THE-LINE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR, TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), DURATION 5 - 5.5 HOURS, PRIVATE TRANSPORT FROM ORSAY TO MONTMARTRE, ALL ENTRANCE FEES

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Temporary exhibitions NOT included

Reviewed By laurajm50

Our tour guide, Lucia, was fantastic. She was keen to understand what we wanted to see and provided hugely helpful suggestions. She was exceptionally knowledgeable and a magnificent and thorough guide through the fabulous Louvre. I would highly recommend the tour with Lucia!!

9. Nantes City Pass

Office de Tourisme de Nantes
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4.3 based on 16 reviews

Ideal if you're spending a week-end in Nantes, the essential pass gives you the keys to explore the city. Convenient, flexible and easy to use, the Nantes Pass offers you the best value from the very best of Nantes! Unlimited transportation, free access to chateaux, museums and cultural attractions, tours and rivers cruises.

Inclusions: Unlimited transportation, free access to museums and cultural attractions, tours and rivers

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Merzzzzzzzzz

The lady who helped me gave me good advices related to Nantes and some day trips I could do! You can get a nice booklet and there is also a cool giftshop!

10. Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Fontaine de la Place Royale, 17 Place Royale, 44000 Nantes, France Fontaine de la Place Royale, 17 Place Royale, 44000 Nantes, France

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included), All Fees and Taxes

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