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1. 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.
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 Wine Tour in Vouvray and Montlouis
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
An excellent introduction tour to discover Loire Valley vineyard and his diversity with a passionate guide (wine professional for over 15 years) As a small group (maximum 8) live a true and complete experience: > A short stroll in the vineyard to understand "Terroir" and the vine-grower work > Two different cellar visits in a family own business and an other company > Two extensive tastings (minimum of ten wines in total) > Paired with local cheeses and other delicacies. > Transport in a comfy Mercedes minivan Adapted to every level of knowledge from beginners to expert : your professional guide will adapt to everyone
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local cheeses + Charcuteries + other delicacies during the two different wine tastings, Water is available in the minivan and during wine tasting
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Reviewed By way969
I meant to write this review ages ago, but with everything that's happened in 2020, it sadly fell off my plate--which is no reflection of my enthusiasm for Vincent or his company, VinoLoire...he's the best! Last Christmas, my wife and I booked an extended holiday at lovely holiday rental on the grounds of a lovely old chateau near Tours. Knowing that we were headed to the Loire, there were three main focus areas for our trip: relaxation, visit beautiful old chateau, and of course--wine tasting! We have taken many private wine tours throughout France, and Vincent is clearly at the top of his game. Vincent clearly has a relationship with many of the top producers throughout the Loire, is incredibly knowledgable about Wine himself (one of the main reasons I chose his company is his WSET cert), and was an excellent host for the day. In addition to the lovely wines we tasted (and purchased for the trip home), he also took us to an absolute gem of a restaurant that we would never have found on our own. All in all, I think we spent nearly 12 hours with him that day, and we never tired of his company--he was like family by the end of the day! There was no way we'd be able to hit all the great places in the part of the Loire where we were staying, so Vincent gave us a list of places to visit on our own throughout the duration of our trip. If you're considering a wine tour in the Loire, I cannot recommend Vincent enough!
4. Self-ride E-bike tour to Chenonceau through the forest from Amboise
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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
Reviewed By Freedom263832
This tour was wonderful. It was great to have a small group and Agethe made it both interesting, enjoyable and a touch of the “real” France. Loved the two castles and lunch at the private castle was delicious. Thank you to Agethe. Highly recommend this tour.
5. 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.
6. Day tour of Chateaux of Azay le Rideau Langeais Villandry, organic wine tasting
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 7 reviews
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
Reviewed By Maria A
I can't thank you enough for the wonderful tour Marion our guide gave us. Besides being joyful, she show us in detail everything and much more than expected. Marion speaks English like a native but also speaks fluent Spanish. She is an excellent driver, excellent manners, with a positive attitude and knows by heart the history of the chateaux's.
7. Private tour of Loire Valley most visited castles
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
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)
Reviewed By Maria A
I can't thank you enough for the wonderful tour Marion our guide gave us. Besides being joyful, she show us in detail everything and much more than expected. Marion speaks English like a native but also speaks fluent Spanish. She is an excellent driver, excellent manners, with a positive attitude and knows by heart the history of the chateaux's.
8. Day tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau, Amboise, Da Vinci Clos Lucé & Caves Ambacia
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 12 reviews
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
Reviewed By Maria A
I can't thank you enough for the wonderful tour Marion our guide gave us. Besides being joyful, she show us in detail everything and much more than expected. Marion speaks English like a native but also speaks fluent Spanish. She is an excellent driver, excellent manners, with a positive attitude and knows by heart the history of the chateaux's.
9. Day Tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau, Chambord & Caves Ambacia XVth century
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 32 reviews
Enjoy a small group 9-hour tour in the Loire Valley. Your professional tour guide will show you the two most famous chateaux of the region, Chenonceau and Chambord, aboard a comfortable air-conditioned mini van. Then, taste great wines such as Vouvray.
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
Reviewed By Maria A
I can't thank you enough for the wonderful tour Marion our guide gave us. Besides being joyful, she show us in detail everything and much more than expected. Marion speaks English like a native but also speaks fluent Spanish. She is an excellent driver, excellent manners, with a positive attitude and knows by heart the history of the chateaux's.
10. Day tour of Chateaux of Chambord, Blois, Cheverny & family organic winery
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 26 reviews
Explore the historic castles of the Loire Valley on this small-group day tour to Blois, Cheverny, and Chambord from Tours, France. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Château de Chambord, Château de Cheverny, and Château de Blois, and explore the suites and apartments with a guide. Admire medieval, Gothic, Renaissance, and classical architecture, and gain insight into centuries of rich French history. Sample local wine in the Cour-Cheverny winemaking region, at an organic domain. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour — limited to eight people.
Inclusions: Round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan, Guide, Wine-tasting
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch
Reviewed By realestatebave
Our guide Nicholas was very knowledgeable and entertaining. This was definitely a great look at 2 of the important Chateaus in the region. The lunch and wine tasting was fantastic - eating in a cave was a really neat experience! If you only have 1 day to fit in the Loire Valley, I highly recommend this tour. We got so much fun information and since it was a small group (7 of us), we could have all our questions answered.
