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1. Tours: Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center
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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.
2. Fun walk in Tours - A childhood tour (s)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit freed, discover cunning! With the Foxie application, engage in a treasure hunt and solve puzzles that will take you to unusual places. Complete the course independently, play regardless of the time of day and become an actor in your visit experience! - Discover the city and its history in a fun way - Learn historical anecdotes - Enjoy a unique tour route The plot: Young adventurers, welcome to my city! Do you want to know if your sense of observation and orientation would make you good detectives? Here is a simple test: take a few steps with me, answer these small riddles. When you find my best friend's name, you win. And if you find it before the end, I hire you! Ready?
Inclusions: Access to the mobile game (free download of the application)
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3. 3-Day Mt Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Castles with Optional Pick up
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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.
4. The Royal City of Loches, discovering a treasure that's off the beaten track
This is a site with many stories: I'll talk about a wide range of subjects including the stories of the women associated with this site, medieval personal hygiene, social status of mistresses, a very famous prisoner, historic graffiti and medieval weapons. 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.
5. 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.
6. Discover Tours and its heritage in running or nordic walking
Our tour will begin in the city center of Tours where we can admire the Town Hall of Tours and its cathedral, its gardens, its half-timbered houses and much more!
Inclusions: Water for walking and drinking at a historic café in Tours at the end of the experiment, If Nordic walking, possibility of Nordic walking sticks.
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7. Mont St. Michel, D-Day Beaches & Loire Valley Castles, 3-Day Private from Paris
Enjoy this 3-day tour in two of the most beautiful regions in France: NORMANDY and THE LOIRE VALLEY. Start your trip in the city of Bayeux to admire the 70 meters long middle age Tapestry, Listed World Heritage by UNESCO. Continue to the coast and visit the Landing beaches of the D-Day and the American Cemetery. On the second day visit the Mont Saint Michel classed by UNESCO as a world heritage in 1979 and continue to the walled city of Saint-Malo. Return to Paris in bullet train. Finally travel to the city of Tours, board your minibus for an incredible CASTLE tour through the Loire Valley, UNESCO´s World Heritage since 2000. You will have a guided visit of: Château de VILLANDRY, known for its beautiful gardens; Château de CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known of the Loire valley, and one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and Château d'Amboise recognized as Historical Monument by the French Ministry of Culture since 1840. Leonardo Da Vinci spent his last days in this Château.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, 2nd class train tickets from Paris to Bayeux, 2-Day tour in a private minibus. English-speaking guide/driver, starting in BAYEUX, ending in RENNES, Dinner and overnight in a 3-Star hotel on half board in Pontorson, Entrance fees at the tapestry in Bayeux and at the Mount Saint Michel, Bullet train (TGV) 2nd class journey from RENNES to PARIS Montparnasse train station , 1 Night in Paris in a 3-star hotel on Bed & Breakfast, Bullet train (TGV) 2nd class road-trip Paris/Tours/Paris, 1-Day tour in the Loire Valley with English-speaking guide / driver , Entrance fees and guided tour in the three castles of the Loire Valley
Exclusions: Meals and beverages unless specified, Tips for the guide / driver, Pre and post accommodations in Paris (Can be booked upon request)
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
8. Loire Valley Castles & Panda Zoo, 2-Day Private tour from Paris Train & Minivan
In this tour, you will discover some France's wonderful treasures: Take the bullet train to Tours and board your minibus for an incredible CASTLE guided tour in the Loire Valley, “Cradle of the French” and “Garden of France”, UNESCO´s World Heritage since 2000. You will have guided visits in Château de VILLANDRY, known for its beautiful gardens; Château de CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known of the Loire valley, and also one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and Château d´AMBOISE, Historical Monument since 1840. Leonardo Da Vinci spent his last days in this Château. Spend the night in your hotel in Tours. The second day, you will be transferred to the ZOO PARC of BEAUVAL, an extraordinary zoo focused on the conservation and protection of animal species, where you can admire more than 10.000 extraordinary and unique animals in France. The stars of the zoo are a couple of Pandas and their new baby, Yuan Meng. Finally transfer to train station for your return to Paris.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Round-trip train tickets in 2nd class Paris/Tours/Paris, 1-Day tour in the Loire Valley Castles with English-speaking guide/driver , Entrance fees and guided tour in three castles of the Loire Valley, 3-star Hotel in Tours on Bed & Breakfast, 1-Day entrance to the Beauval Zoo Parc, Transfers to and from the Zoo
Exclusions: Meals and beverages unless specified, Tips for the guide / drive
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
9. Loire Valley castles and Panda Zoo in 2-Day Tour from Paris by PRIVATE CAR
In this tour, you will discover some France's wonderful treasures: You will be picked up at your hotel to travel in a private car to Tours, then meet your guide for an incredible CASTLE guided tour in the Loire Valley, “Cradle of the French” and “Garden of France”, UNESCO´s World Heritage since 2000. You will have guided visits in Châteaux: VILLANDRY, known for its beautiful gardens; CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known of the Loire valley, and also one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and AMBOISE, Historical Monument since 1840 and the place where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last days. Spend the night in your hotel in Tours. The second day, you will be transferred to the ZOO PARC of BEAUVAL, an extraordinary zoo focused on the conservation and protection of animal species, where you can admire more than 10.000 extraordinary and unique animals in France. The stars of the zoo are a couple of Pandas and their baby, Yuan Meng. Finally, return to Paris in your private car.
Inclusions: Breakfast, 1-Day entrance to the Beauval Zoo Parc, 1-Day tour in the Loire Valley Castles with English-speaking guide , 3-star Hotel in Tours on Bed & Breakfast, Entrance fees and guided tour in three castles of the Loire Valley, Private car with all sanitary measures during the entire tour.
Exclusions: Meals and beverages unless specified, Tips for the guide / driver
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
10. Mont St. Michel, D-Day Beaches & Loire Valley Castles in PRIVATE CAR from Paris
Enjoy this 3-day tour in two of the most beautiful regions in France: NORMANDY and THE LOIRE VALLEY. Start your trip in the city of Bayeux to admire the 70 meters long middle age Tapestry, Listed World Heritage by UNESCO. Continue to the coast and visit the Landing beaches of the D-Day and the American Cemetery. On the second day visit the Mont Saint Michel classed by UNESCO as a world heritage in 1979 and continue to the walled city of Saint-Malo. Return to Paris. Finally travel to the Loire Valley (Unesco´s World Heritage since 2000) for an incredible CASTLE tour. You will have a guided visit of: Château de VILLANDRY, known for its beautiful gardens; Château de CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known of the Loire valley, and one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and Château d'Amboise recognized as Historical Monument by the French Ministry of Culture since 1840. Leonardo Da Vinci spent his last days in this Château.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, 1 Night in Paris in a 3-star hotel on Bed & Breakfast, 1-Day tour in the Loire Valley with English-speaking guide , 2-Day tour in a private minibus. English-speaking guide, Private car with all sanitary measures for the 3 days starting and ending in Paris, Entrance fees and guided tour in the three castles of the Loire Valley, Entrance fees at the tapestry in Bayeux and at the Mount Saint Michel, Dinner and overnight in a 3-Star hotel on half board in Pontorson
Exclusions: Pre and post accommodations in Paris (Can be booked upon request), Meals and beverages unless specified, Tips for the guide / driver
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
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