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What to do and see in Loire Valley, Centre-Val de Loire: The Best Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
Old world villages and storybook chateaux bedeck the Loire, once fought over by Gauls, Romans, Visigoths and even Attila the Hun. Rent bikes and roll through the lush valley, visiting fortresses in Amboise and Angers, UNESCO-designated Chartres Cathedral and the Gothic cathedral in Nantes. Musee Jules Vernes houses replicas of inventions designed by the futuristic author. Pay respects to other former residents: the Romans in Tours, the cave dwellers of Touraine, and the liberator of Orleans, Joan of Arc.
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1. 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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2. Self-ride E-bike tour to Chenonceau through the forest from Amboise
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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.
3. Treasure hunt in Orleans - The disappearance of Jeanne
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3.8 based on 5 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 most emblematic streets and monuments - Learn historical anecdotes - Enjoy an immersive tour Plot: Orleans, May 1429. The city is besieged by the English. To free her, your army plans to launch a decisive assault in less than two hours, under the command of the famous Joan of Arc. However, it has vanished! It is imperative that she be there to launch the assault, otherwise it's lost! You are charged with a mission: to find her! Don't delay, time is running out ... Solve puzzles to overcome this investigation in Orléans. Immerse yourself in the Johannine city to accomplish your mission.
Inclusions: Access to the mobile game (free download of the application)
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4. Loire Valley Castles with Minivan
A wonderful day in the Loire Valley Region located at 100 miles far from Paris. Our guide will pick you up at your hotel early in the morning around 7.15 am to allow you to spend a full day in this charming French “province”. It is called the “Valley of the Kings” as this valley was much loved by the Kings of France from the time of the Capets in the 11th century and then the Valois and the Bourbons up to the 19th century. In total there are 25 palaces built by the kings and embellished with parks and gardens of which the most famous : Chenonceau, Amboise and Chambord you will visit.
Inclusions: Pickup & return at the hotel, Mini-van 8 pax with air-conditioned, All Fees and Taxes, Licensed guide, Castles entrance
Exclusions: Tips, Food & drinks
Reviewed By Brismonkey
Had to find alternative ways of getting to Paris from London due to a BA pilot strike and settled on the Eurostar. Glad we did because after 14 hours flying it was a welcome break. Bought business class travel and it was very much like an airline in terms of food drink but scenery was much better and much more room to move / no seatbelts was a dream.
5. Private Loire Valley Castles with Minivan
A wonderful day in the Loire Valley Region located at 100 miles far from Paris. Our guide will pick you up at your hotel early in the morning around 7.15 am to allow you to spend a full day in this charming French “province”. It is called the “Valley of the Kings” as this valley was much loved by the Kings of France from the time of the Capets in the 11th century and then the Valois and the Bourbons up to the 19th century. In total there are 25 palaces built by the kings and embellished with parks and gardens of which the most famous : Chenonceau, Amboise and Chambord you will visit. You will on your own in the vehicle, meaning that you can decide the pace of the tour. Its length remains the same.
Inclusions: Pickup & return at the hotel, Licensed guide, Mini-van 8 pax with air-conditioned, Castles entrance, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food & drinks, Tips
Reviewed By Brismonkey
Had to find alternative ways of getting to Paris from London due to a BA pilot strike and settled on the Eurostar. Glad we did because after 14 hours flying it was a welcome break. Bought business class travel and it was very much like an airline in terms of food drink but scenery was much better and much more room to move / no seatbelts was a dream.
6. Treasure hunt in Tours - Save the tower
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! Plot: Tours, 1925. The date of construction of the Charlemagne tower arouses passions. Gilles d'Anjou claims that it was built by his family in 1247. The villain believes that he can therefore dispose of it and demolish it ... The Prefect asks you to prevent this destruction. Find the right date on time and prevent demolition. You only have one hour ahead of you ... - Discover the city and its history in a fun way - Learn historical anecdotes - Enjoy a unique tour route
Inclusions: Access to the mobile game (free download of the application)
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7. Treasure hunt in Chinon - Unusual Chinon
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 at any time. Alone or in a team, you are the master of the game! Plot: Emma, journalist at Petit Rusé, was to give you a visit to Chinon. Except that she's not here ... her grandmother called her for an emergency. She has therefore passed on some elements to you so that you can visit Chinon and so that you are as curious as they are cunning, Emma has concocted a few puzzles and surprises for you throughout this fun stroll in Chinon. Note: this route involves walking ... and steps! It is best to reach the starting point on foot. Also, we advise you to consult the opening hours of La Chapelle Sainte-Radegonde to make the most of it. System requirements: iPhone 6S + iOS 12.1 minimum - Android 5.0 minimum.
Inclusions: Access to mobile games (application download)
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