Tours is a city with Roman origins that entices you to explore its rich historical heritage. During this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the city’s remarkable evolution, from Antiquity to the Middle Ages, through the Renaissance, and up to today. You’ll also see how each era has left its mark in Balzac’s birthplace. The tour begins at Place Châteauneuf, where the imposing Charlemagne Towe…
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This is the must see chateau of the Loire Valley. You will learn about 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 fascinati…
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Your creative journey begins in the town of Amboise, a place largely unchanged for five centuries. Its timber-framed streets, historic architecture, and scenic riverbanks serve as both your subject and your classroom. Here, you will learn to perceive the world with a photographer’s eye, honing your skills in composition and light. As you immerse yourself in the town's atmosphere, you'll experimen…
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Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Royal d'Amboise with international award winning photographer and tutor Mark Playle. Resting place of Leonardo da Vinci and once home to several Kings of France Royal Chateau Amboise is one of the major Loire Chateaux. Expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the d…
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Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Chenonceau with international prize winning photographer and tutor Mark Playle. One of the most photographed chateaux, Château Chenonceau was once home to Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici. Expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the details many miss. Sui…
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Enjoy a private tour of the Loire Valley wines. With your licensed tour guide, visit small wineries of Vouvray for splendid white wines and of Chinon and Bourgueil for Cab Francs.
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Experience the magnificent Chateau de Chambord on this private half day trip from Tours France. Discover the Preserved Heritage of the Loire Valley with our guide and admire French Renaissance architecture and the double-helix staircase.
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Enjoy a unique tour to Château de Chenonceau in the heart of the Loire Valley. On this private half day trip to the Chenonceau castle you will discover one of the most elegant Chateaus of the Loire. Experience if our guide a private Guided visit of the interior, Green Study & Gallery.
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Discover the enchanting Loire Valley on this guided e-bike adventure, perfect for day-trippers from Paris. Start your journey at Amboise train station, where premium e-bikes await. Glide through picturesque vineyards, majestic forests, and iconic landmarks: the Royal Château d'Amboise, the Clos Lucé, final home of Leonardo Da Vinci, and Chenonceau, the Renaissance elegant masterpiece by the river…
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What we have after all are memories. I will do my best to give you wonderful memories from your holiday. With family, friends, children, as a couple, or even a single traveler - you will be delighted to go back to the time you spend in France.
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Floating and sensory isolation is an uncommon but extremely beneficial method of relaxation. You will float in water at 36°C (skin temperature), heavily loaded with Epsom salt (5 times the density of Dead Sea salt). This will allow you to float effortlessly for total relaxation. In the dark or with colored light (chromotherapy), in silence, with relaxing sounds (sound of the sea, tropical forest)…
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Experience 2 of the most emblematic Châteaux of the Loire Valley. Board your comfortable, premium A/C vehicle and begin to make your way to the Loire Valley Chateau Route with your English speaking driver / guide who is an expert in the local history. Discover Château de Chenonceau & Château de Chambord on your program today. Enjoy a conducted visit with our local guide, expert in Loire Valley Hi…
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Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Villandry with international prize winning photographer and tutor Mark Playle. Expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the details many miss. Suitable for all camera types from DSLR, Mirrorless, Point & Shoot to Mobile Phone and Tablet. Your guide, tutor and local…
Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château du Clos Lucé with international prize winning photographer and tutor Mark Playle. Once home to Leonardo da Vinci, Château du Clos Lucé is one of the major Loire Valley Chateaux. Expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Suitable for all camera types from DSLR, Mirrorless, P…
Visit with your own personal guide of Chambord Castle followed by an exclusive private wine tasting in a confidential room of the Château not open to the public.
This private tour offers an extraordinary and unparalleled experience when visiting Chaumont-sur-Loire Castle and Chenonceau Castle. We pride ourselves on delivering a unique and unforgettable journey, setting us apart as our expert guides are passionate about their craft and possess extensive knowledge of the history, art, and culture surrounding these magnificent castles. Moreover, travel in st…
Experience a seamless half-day journey from Tours to the stunning Azay-le-Rideau Castle, ideal for history lovers seeking a guided, stress-free Loire Valley adventure. Begin with pick-up in central Tours and meet your expert English-speaking guide for a scenic drive through charming villages and river landscapes. Discover the Renaissance beauty of Azay-le-Rideau on a guided tour revealing its ric…
Embark on an exclusive 2-hour private walking tour of Amboise, a picturesque town along the Loire River in France. Start at the magnificent Château d'Amboise with its panoramic views and historical significance, then stroll through the charming streets of the Old Town, lined with historic buildings and artisan shops. Visit Clos Lucé, the final residence of Leonardo da Vinci, and explore its fasci…
Embark on a captivating 2-hour private tour of Chenonceau Palace. Begin in the meticulously manicured gardens, learning about their Renaissance-era significance. Marvel at the palace's distinctive architecture over the River Cher and discuss its strategic location and evolution. Inside, explore the stunning Grand Gallery and opulent rooms like the King's Chamber and Diane de Poitiers' Bedroom, fi…
Welcome to Tours, a city that, between the 19th century and the early 20th century, underwent profound transformations shaped by what is known as the Belle Époque. This period, spanning from 1871 to 1914, is synonymous with modernity, progress, and economic growth. But even before the Belle Époque, Tours was already deeply rooted in French literary history thanks to one of its most illustrious re…
Start your walking tour in the heart of Tours, a city where history is written in stone and faith still Guides the steps of its visitors. In the Middle Ages, Tours was a major religious, political and strategic center. From 1355, faced with the ravages of the Hundred Years’ War, the cities of Tours and Châteauneuf were united in one system of fortifications, reinforcing the defensive and urban un…
Discover Tours at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your smartphone — no app needed. Explore 11 iconic landmarks with a smart map, and immerse yourself in the city's history through engaging audio stories and interactive quizzes at each stop. Start anytime, take as long as you want, and complete the 3 km route solo or with friends. No physical guide, no fixed schedule. Your ticket…
Get introduced to Tours in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you will explore iconic landmarks such as Place Plumereau and Cathédrale Saint-Gatien, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Tours history,…
Step into the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, when the French royal court abandoned Paris for the Loire Valley and made Tours the kingdom's political and economic nerve center. Follow historian Max and local guide Iris as they untangle the city's twin identities: the fortified episcopal Cité and the bustling merchant borough of Châteauneuf. Discover how royal decrees planted France's silk trad…
