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1. Loire Valley Day Tour : Chambord, Chenonceau and a Family-Owned Chateau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
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.
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
2. Loire Valley Day Tour from Tours : Villandry, l'Islette & 2 Vouvray Wineries
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
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
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
3. Loire Valley Day Tour from Amboise : Villandry, l'Islette & 2 Vouvray Wineries
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Enjoy a complete discovery of Loire Valley with the visit of must-see Villandry castle and its remarkable gardens. Benefit from your guides trilling historical anecdotes and feel part of these old days. Then, live a French Art de Vivre experience away from the crowds and enjoy a French aperitif in an intimate family-owned château where the owners still live today! In the afternoon, learn everything about Loire Valley wines with two wine tastings in the Vouvray Appellation, well-known for its sparkling and white wines. A fun adventure that you will always remember!
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting, Guide will serve a glass of local wine with a local delicacy in the park of a private chateau before lunch., Alcoholic Beverages, Guided visits
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Participants will have 30 minutes of free-time from 1.30PM to 2.00PM in the center of the city of Tours where they can buy a sandwich/snack at a French Boulangerie.
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
4. Tours: Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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
Reviewed By Pia G
Interesting tour presenting a good overview of Lyon. Good start of a weekend visit. Best stop was Basilisque Fourvière.
5. Loire Valley Day Tour: Chambord & Chenonceau including lunch at a private castle
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 100 reviews
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
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
6. Loire Valley Half Day Wine Tour from City of Tours : 2 wine tastings in Vouvray
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 23 reviews
Explore the beautiful Loire Valley vineyards of the Vouvray Appellation. Visit two superb estates, meet the producers and learn how to taste these elegant wines from this well-known terroir of the Loire Valley area. Don't forget to enjoy stunning views on the Loire river !
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
7. Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 17 reviews
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
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
8. 3-Day Mt Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Castles with Optional Pick up
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
Explore Normandy and the châteaux of France’s Loire Valley on this 3-day tour from Paris. Visit famous Mont St-Michel and tour the Abbey with your guide. Travel deep into the château country of the Loire Valley and visit beautiful castles like Château de Chambord and the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci lived. Hear of the history and heritage of these spectacular mansions during your tours. This easy excursion from Paris is a wonderful way to see more of France. Overnight accommodation and comfortable coach transport are included.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Transport in luxury air-conditioned coach, Professional guide, 2 nights accommodation in a 4 star hotel, Meals included : Lunch on the first day, buffet breakfasts, 1 dinner and lunch on the third day, Porterage service on hotel arrival and departure, Entrance ticket for the various monuments., Pick up and drop hotel in Paris ( if option selected)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drink, unless specified, Lunch on the 2nd day
Reviewed By leannem578
***DO NOT USE THIS SERVICE*** TERRIBLE customer service. Have contacted them before the Covid pandemic asking for a refund. Did not receive it. Then Covid hit - asked MANY times via email for a refund. This trip was for 4 adults - for a cost of 476Euros. There have been so many emails - and they keep saying that a refund is in the works. First they said immediately, then they said 6 months. I cannot recommend this tour operator due to this blatant disrespect of their customers. I need these funds back. I was out of work for more than 8 months - and this is really unacceptable.
9. Tours - Private Trip
Spend your day in Tours with a bilingual driver at your disposal all the day. Hot Spots : Cathedral of Saint-Gatien, Beaux-Arts Museum, Place Plumereau, Botanic Garden, etc... The driver will pick you from your place to bring you to Tours and the returning to your place is included. Of course, you can move to any place from the local point (Restaurant, Shopping, etc...). Our driver will take you there, everything is included in the Package. Enjoy your day! Premium vehicle. (BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar, etc...) For any information or customization of your Tour, don't hesitate to contact us.
Inclusions: Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By closfleuri12
Everything in this zoo is just fantastic. Get there when it opens and you have the privilege of watching the animals being let out and doing what comes naturally to them. I can see why this is one of the top 5 zoos in the world. Their conservation and breeding programmes are superb, the animals are all very healthy, fit and look happy. Those that need room to roam have it in abundance. The penguins and sea lions have the cleanest pools I have ever seen with lots of places to view them underwater. Well done Beauval, you have got everything right. Thank you for the experience.
10. Guided walking tour of Chenonceau chateau
This is a site with many stories: I'll talk about a wide range of subjects including womens history, mysterious graffiti, technological and scientific changes, peoples beliefs, dietary changes, garden history and what drove the economy when the chateau was built. Some powerful female characters have occupied this place - some of them you will have heard of, some will be new names for you. but all are fascinating. I'll cover a bit of modern history too - what happened here during the two World Wars. I'm very happy to tailor the presentation to clients interests. If there is interest I can cover medicine, engineering, textile manufacturing, transport and more, all of which can be demonstrated by elements of this magnificent site. But the lives and loves of the women who lived here will not be forgotten in all of this. Nor will the beautiful objects inside. My background is not art history, but collections care and the behind the scenes management of historic sites.
Inclusions: Private guide for your party
Exclusions: Entry fees are not included
Reviewed By Nancy T
We traveled by train from Montparnasse Station to St Pierre des Corps, where we were met by Simon, Susan and Celestine, and whisked away to a lovely day visiting the chateaux at Cheverney and Chenonceau, with stops to view other beautiful sights along the way. I had no idea that in addition to including admission to each site, a three-course lunch with wine, and a winery visit and tasting, we were also going to be treated to a comprehensive and personalized guided tour through history by the very knowledgeable Susan, an art and history expert who wove our way directly to the most intriguing spots at each site and cheerfully tailored our visit to the things we were most interested in rather than drowning us in details such as, for example, the complete history of armour (which she is also fully capable of covering for those who like that sort of thing). At the end of our day we were escorted right to the correct track and car number for a stress-free ride back to Paris. All in all a unique and wonderful experience, with photos and memories that will be cherished and revisited for many years to come. Highly recommended, especially for history buffs with a strong aversion to slogging around foreign places like schoolchildren on a crowded bus tour.
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