Things to do in Rochecorbon, Centre-Val de Loire: The Best Tours

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 history of the Château d'Amboise dates back to the 11th century, when the Count of Anjou built the castle on the promontory, surveying the Loire River, as a defence strategy. Between the 15th and 16th centuries , under the orders of Charles VII, Louis XII and Francois I, the castle was refurnished. Its magnificent facade can be attributed to Charles VIII and Francois I, and their love for Italian art and style. It was because of this passion for Italian art that Francois I invited Leonardo Da Vinci to come and reside in Amboise as his first painter, architect and engineer. Da Vinci arrived in 1516 and spent the remaining three years of his life living and working in the nearby Chateau du Clos Lucé (connected to the royal chateau by an underground passage). Leonardo Da Vinci died in Amboise and was buried in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert (on the ramparts of the Chateau d'Amboise). Visit few wineries and enjoy a delightful 3-course lunch during this wonderful tour.

Inclusions: Enjoy a delicious three course lunch at a local restaurant including starter main and desert, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Skip the line, Visit the Amboise castle and get to know its history with an audio-guide, Air conditioned mini-van

Exclusions: Gratuities

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.

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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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

Make the most of a self-guided bike tour through the beautiful landscapes of Loire Valley! A ride at your own pace to discover the lovely town of Amboise and the amazing Vouvray vineyards. Thanks to your A la Française itinerary designed (and tested!) by our passionate local team, learn more about the impressive royal Chateau of Amboise and the fascinating Clos-Lucé where Leonardo da Vinci lived. Cycle along the Vouvray vineyards and learn a lot about this worldwide known wine appellation. Meet one of our partners who will welcome you for a visit followed by a great wine tasting. Finally, enjoy great viewpoint on the city of Tours and discover its outstanding Cathedral … All along the ride, you will have the opportunity to stop to visit points of interest like chateau d’Amboise, château Clos-Lucé and the Cathedral of Tours (entrance fees not included)

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, A wine tasting is included (at 2.30PM only)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees and guided visits to the different historical sites on the itineraryare not inclued, To pick-up the E-Bikes, a deposit will be requested, it will be given back at drop-off time, Transportation back to Amboise is not included (there is a 20min train to catch from Tours)

Expert in wine and passionate about history Sylvain Gamard makes you discover the region in a very private way by taking only small groups (up to 8 people). You will emerge from this experience by knowing the wine better, and how the History of France is closely linked to wine!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Housing

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Wine expert Sylvain Gamard (certified WSET Level 3 in Wines) takes you around the Loire river to try its best Whites and Reds! You'll have the opportunity to increase your level of knowledge in wine and spend time with a French-American guide who will tell you all you need to know about the region and the place of wine in France's economy.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch

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France's Loire Valley is a royal region seeded by beautiful towns and villages, each of them with its own castle. It is called as well the "Garden of France" due to the abundance of vineyards, gardens, fruit orchards and cherry fields that are spread along the valley. On our private driver guide tour from Paris you could enjoy the numerous visits of castles, tastings of well-rounded wines & sparkling Vouvrays, attractions like troglodyte dwellings and the local food specialities. Touring with private guide brings a huge flexibility to the day. Depending on your mood or interest you guide will be able to propose you the best way to see Loire Valley.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guide services

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Tickets to castles are not included