Top Loire Valley Half-day Tours

Enjoy an intimate, grape-to-wine tour of the ins and outs of wine production in the stunning Loire Valley. Go behind the scenes in a family-run Vouvray vineyard, and enjoy a guided walk through the vines, winery, and rock-hewn cellar. Get an exclusive taste of different wine varieties, accompanied by fresh local amuse-bouches. Tours are capped at 12 people for personalized attention.

Discover the wines of the Vouvray appellation, part of the Loire Valley, on this wine-tasting adventure from Tours. Visit two estates to enjoy picturesque vineyard views and learn the proper wine-tasting techniques for comparing different flavors and fragrances. You’ll have the chance to meet a local winemaker and hear about the terrior of the Loire Valley, one of the most renowned in France.

The sweeping vineyards, lush forests and fairy-tale castles of the Loire Valley are even more impressive from above and this 3-hour hot-air balloon experience is the ideal way to enjoy an aerial view. Float over the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Loire, Indre or Cher Valleys; spot landmarks like the Chateau of Chenonceau or the gardens of Villandry; then toast your safe landing with a glass of Champagne or sparkling grape juice.

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

Savor views of the beautiful Loire Valley from an unbeatable vantage point – on a hot air balloon ride! Soar over the fairy-tale châteaux, sweeping vineyards and winding waterways of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley on a thrilling 1-hour flight. Spot iconic landmarks like the Château de Chenonceau and Amboise castle from above, then toast your safe landing with a glass of Champagne.

Marvel over the majestic châteaux of the Loire Valley on this memorable half-day excursion from Tours. First, experience the glory of the French Renaissance as you explore the famous Château de Villandry and stroll the magnificent gardens. Admire the manicured landscapes and ornamental gardens; wander through the kitchen garden and classical water garden, then attempt to find your way through the maze. Next, journey further back in time with a tour of an authentic 16th-century château, where you’ll indulge in a traditional aperitif and perhaps meet its noble residents.

Discover the largest vineyard of French white wines, the vineyard of Nantes and its multiple appellations and rare grape varieties. Your guide is a passionate character living in the heart of the vineyard and more particularly in the appellation Muscadet Sèvre et Maine. It will make you discover unusual places along the river or in the hills overlooking the Loire. You will participate in a tasting in the vineyards and you will end your excursion in a winery with the winemaker for a visit and tastings.

We're expats, formerly of Devon in the United Kingdom but now of Chinon. I've always cycled and loved my bike, and for the best part of my adult life, always loved wine... this is me! With my family, I now find ourselves living amongst vineyards, with wine producers creating something very special on our doorstep. Chinon wine is recognised as being very special across France, yet throughout the rest of the world it's lesser known and we're keen to spread the word about the local wine through vineyard tours! We spent years and years holidaying in France before moving here, never quite summoning up the courage to head in through the big barn doors of a wine producer, but now we've started we can't stop! This type of visit is so important to many independent producers, and we're now keen to share this experience with you. First and foremost our vineyard tours by bike are designed to be a fun experience, for you, family and friends to make the most of your time in the Chinon area.

We are the only ones to have a dinner on board hot air balloon. Air Pegasus Hot Air Balloons, 35 years of multiple experiences in Aerostation, and always a constant to respect our partners and customers. The team led by Frédéric and Corentin RAGOT has always kept the same enthusiasm, and above all wants to share their passion for aerostation. For us, each flight must remain a real shared pleasure.

Embark on an unusual ride aboard a comfortable vintage sidecar. Your gentleman sider will make you discover the unmissable places of Tours and Amboise by traversing magnificent vineyards.

Book a private basket, you will be alone with the pilot, as a couple or with friends. The perfect gift for a wedding anniversary or statement! Air Pegasus Hot Air Balloons, 35 years of multiple experiences in Aerostation, and always a constant to respect our partners and customers. The team led by Frédéric and Corentin RAGOT has always kept the same enthusiasm, and above all wants to share their passion for aerostation. For us, each flight must remain a real shared pleasure.

Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Christmas in one of the most beautiful regions of France. Starting at 3.00pm This tour covers both day and night photography of the town.With expert guidance and local knowledge this walking photography tour of Amboise with tuition by Mark Playle will ensure you get the best possible images from your visit. A prize winning photographer, Mark has shot London Fashion Week, Le Mans 24hr and photographed Daphne Selfe, one of the world’s top Supermodels. Combining his passions for Photography, Teaching and France, Mark founded Photograph France in 2010. Join us for a bespoke one to one or small group masterclass for the beginner or a photography tour for the seasoned photographer. Customised tours are available for an additional fee. Contact us for details.

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.

Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of one of the most beautiful regions of France. With expert guidance and local knowledge this walking photography tour of Amboise with tuition by Mark Playle will ensure you get the best possible images from your visit. A prize winning photographer, Mark has shot London Fashion Week, Le Mans 24hr and photographed Daphne Selfe, one of the world’s top Supermodels. Combining his passions for Photography, Teaching and France, Mark founded Photograph France in 2010. Join us for a bespoke one to one or small group masterclass for the beginner or a photography tour for the seasoned photographer. Customised tours are available for an additional fee. Contact us for details.

Nantes is truly a unique city to visit. You will have a chance to visit the Cathedral of Nantes, amazing views and green gardens, and of course a view of the Castle of Duques of Bretagne. You will be able to enjoy much more during this private tour. The tour will be a 3 hour private walking tour. Your private tour guide will show you around the best parts of Nantes. Here is an example of some of the sites that you will enjoy in Nantes: Marc Elder Square Statue Anne of Brittany Castle of Dukes of Brittany Nantes Cathedral Cours Cambronne - Bouffay square Passage Pommeraye Graslin theatre area Fountain de la Place Royale The exact order will depend on the exact starting time. We will arrange the exact itinerary depending on that. The exact time spent in all the locations will also depend on how much time is spent at each.

In these times when our society seeks to go ever faster, we are in search of serenity and seek to relive the present moment and to take advantage of it. By strolling in these emblematic cars of our ancestors, by furrowing the Nantes vineyard aboard our 2 Citroën CVs, by breathing the smell of these popular cars, we will be able to travel to the time of our ancestors, this time when we took time to enjoy. We will find the old stones and tread on the clay to taste a selection of muscadets around a wooden barrel, in a castle lost in the middle of the greenery and vineyards. These few hours will allow us to relive these emotions of the past that we have forgotten today.

Discover 2 of the greatest Loire Valley Castles : Clos Lucé & Amboise. Learn more about Da Vinci & arts & history with a professional guide specialist of the Renaissance. It is a private tour : you will be able to ask all the questions you want.

Embark on an unusual ride aboard a comfortable vintage sidecar. Your gentleman sider will make you discover the unmissable places of Amboise and Tours by traversing magnificent vineyards.

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 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, heritage 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.