What to do and see in Tours, Centre-Val de Loire: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Jump into the heart of French history by visiting the 2 most prestigious châteaux of the Loire Valley. Let yourself be guided by your local expert and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views and benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes. Make the most of a restful break in a beautiful privately-owned castle still inhabited by the family… an exciting day!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks, Entrance fees to the castles

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Lunch is not included. Participants will have a free-time in a chateau. They can either bring their own food or buy a sandwich/salad at a French Boulangerie where the guide will stop them on the road.

Enjoy a complete Loire Valley experience with the visit of must-see Château de Villandry and its remarkable gardens. Then, have a restful break away from the crowds and enjoy a French Aperitif in an intimate family owned château where the owners still live today!  During the afternoon, make the most of a Loire Valley wine tour and go to meet two wine producers of the Vouvray Appellation, well-known for its sparkling and white wines. All along the day, your passionate and local guide will stay with you, a day that you will never forget!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting, A glass of wine and a local delicacy will be served as an aperitif before free-time for lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch - 30minutes Free time will be given in city center of Tours to buy a sandwich

The best of Tours in an hour. Your gentleman sider will make you discover the unmissable places of the city as well as unusual places, comfortably installed in a beautiful vintage sidecar.

Inclusions: Mandatory equipment (helmets, gloves)

Exclusions: Jackets are not provided for health reasons

Do you know which city was the capital of France in 15th century ? Which city is considered to be the Garden of France? Or where you can hear the purest French spoken language? The answer to all of these questions is Tours, a historic city dating back to the Middle Ages located right in the heart of France, just one hour away from Paris. Join our helpful and knowledgeable guides to discover the rich history and wonderful medieval buildings of Tours. Admire the exterior of the city's beloved Cathédrale Saint-Gatien, a beautiful mix of different architectural styles. Another point of interest may be the medieval Tour Charlemagne, located in the center of the Old City. Feel free to visit the famous museum of Beaux- Arts on your own, admiring its impressive collection. Then, enjoy a taste of the region's fine wine, considered by many to be among the best in all of France. Let us show you the beautiful city of Tours through the eyes of a local!

Inclusions: Services of a local expert guide during a private walking tour in the city of Tours

Exclusions: Any entrance tickets and transportation - food and beverages - tips - amenities

Enjoy Loire Valley landscapes and a masterpiece of its Unesco listed heritage thanks to this self-drive E-Bike itinerary designed (and tested!) by our passionate local team! After cycling along the lovely streets of Amboise and its timbered-houses, immerse into the great forest of Amboise where the French Kings used to hunt ! On the way, you will cycle near local farms and fields before arriving to the must-see Chateau de Chenonceau. Discover its fascinating history as well as its unique architecture as it is built on the river Cher. You will also have a chance to learn everything about the vineyards surrounding Chenonceau and producing some open and fruity white and red wines. You will also have the opportunity to stop to visit Château d’Amboise and Clos-Lucé during your ride (not included)

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmet, Entrance tickets to Château de Chenonceau, Entrance fees, guided visit and wine tasting at a family-run wine estate (at 3.00PM only)

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off is not included, A deposit to pick-up the E-Bikes will be required, it will be given back at drop-off time, Lunch and snacks are not included

Jump into the heart of French history by visiting the 2 most prestigious châteaux of the Loire Valley. Feel the intimacy of a lesser known private family-owned château and enjoy a typical French lunch away from tourist groups. Let yourself be guided by your local expert and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived in Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views, benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes and make the most of this exciting day. 

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Enjoy a full-day tour in the heart of the Royal Valley where you will visit three of the major chateaux of the region and taste some of the excellent local wines. Today, you will discover the Castle of Azay-Le-Rideau, the Chateau of Langeais, and the Gardens of Villandry, a piece of French art. Enjoy as well a wine tasting at an organic vineyard.

Inclusions: Professional driver-guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Other drinks, Lunch

Enjoy a private tour of the two most popular castles in the Loire Valley with a registrered guide. Discover chateau de Chenonceau, its graceful architecture and remarkable gardens. Tour  Chambord, the largest and most spectacular Loire Valley castle.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Wine tasting, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional art historian guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch at a cellar cave in Amboise (optional 74,00€ per person), other drinks, other meals, personal expenses, extra hour (75,00 € per hour with a maximum of 2 hours per day), train tickets (100,00 € per person from Paris)

Enjoy a small group day tour in the heart of the Royal Valley: tour three of the major chateaux of the region and taste some of the excellent local wines. Today you will discover Chenonceau, also called the «Ladies' château», the Amboise Royal Castle, residence of Francois I, Leonardo Da Vinci in le Clos Lucé and have a wine tasting with matured Loire Valley wines.

Inclusions: Professional driver-guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Guided visits as per the itinerary, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Other drinks, Lunch

During this morning, visit the elegant must-see Chateau de Villandry and its unique gardens as well as a lovely private family-owned château. After these visits, savor a typical French aperitif paired with local wine in the Park of the chateau. Your passionate guide will stay with you all along the tour, sharing with you funny anecdotes and all his knowledge of the region. An unforgettable experience !

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks, Guided visits , Entrance fees to 2 historical castles

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch