10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Pays de la Loire That You Shouldn't Miss

October 18, 2021 Brain Ambrose

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.
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1. 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

2. From Nantes - Vineyard of Nantes in Minivan - Half day

3 Rue de Valmy, 44000 Nantes, France Nantes Wine Tour
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Discover the largest vineyard of French white wines, the vineyard of Nantes and its multiple appellations and rare grape varieties. Your guide is a passionate character living in the heart of the vineyard and more particularly in the appellation Muscadet Sèvre et Maine. It will make you discover unusual places along the river or in the hills overlooking the Loire. You will participate in a tasting in the vineyards and you will end your excursion in a winery with the winemaker for a visit and tastings.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Snacks

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Reviewed By Junenicole

My husband and I had a wonderful time with Franck. He is unbelievably knowledgeable about the AOC and grape growth/vinification processes of the Loire Valley. The valley is likely the most amazing place in all of France to taste wine, and Franck was such a wealth of knowledge it was delightful and inspiring. I would whole heartedly recommend this tour to anyone with interest in the wines of the Loire Valley or anyone just interested in seeing a beautiful part of France with someone who is immersed and fluent in the culture.

3. From Angers - Anjou Vineyards in Minivan

1 Place du Président Kennedy, 49100 Angers, France Nantes Wine Tour
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The vineyard of Anjou is a pleasure for both the eyes and the palate. The charming village of Savennières, famous for its dry white Chenin production. Enjoy a stroll in the vineyards while your guide presents the vineyard of Anjou. Then visit a famous vineyard of Coteaux du Layon or Coteaux de l'Aubance.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 328camillan

We had a half day tour together with Franck in the vineyards of Nantes. It was informative, interesting and all together a great experience even though the weather wasn't showing its best sides. Franck is a great tourguide and has great knowledge about both the area and about wine. I would definitely recommend doing this if you plan to visit the area!

4. 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

5. 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

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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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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. 3-Day Mt Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Castles with Optional Pick up

2 Rue des Pyramides, 75001 Paris, France Paris City Vision
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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.

10. Tour of the Nantes vineyards in a Citroën 2CV

4 Rue de Châteaulin, 44000 Nantes, France Guillaume Droin et Romain Guéraud

In these times when our society seeks to go ever faster, we are in search of serenity and seek to relive the present moment and to take advantage of it. By strolling in these emblematic cars of our ancestors, by furrowing the Nantes vineyard aboard our 2 Citroën CVs, by breathing the smell of these popular cars, we will be able to travel to the time of our ancestors, this time when we took time to enjoy. We will find the old stones and tread on the clay to taste a selection of muscadets around a wooden barrel, in a castle lost in the middle of the greenery and vineyards. These few hours will allow us to relive these emotions of the past that we have forgotten today.

Inclusions: Specialties from the Nantes region, Muscadet tasting at Château du Coing, Pétanque and Mölkky games on the Pont Caffino site

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