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Top 10 day trips things to do in Tours

When Tours is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Half Day Private Trip Chenonceau Loire Valley Castle, Tours1

    1. Half Day Private Trip Chenonceau Loire Valley Castle

    · 4 hours

    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.

  2. English Speaking Loire Winery Tours pickup from Amboise or Tours, Tours2

    2. English Speaking Loire Winery Tours pickup from Amboise or Tours

    5.0· 30 reviews

    Let us take you to some of the best vineyards in the area - Amboise, Vouvray, Touraine - and discover the amazing wines - whites, rosés, reds, and sparkling. Walk the vineyards, tour the caves, and taste wines (10+ wines) with the winemakers. Full-day tours include 3 wineries and a homemade picnic lunch served at a vineyard. The lunch or snacks can be added to a half-day tour (for an additional fee) to make a truly French experience. You'll have the opportunity to buy wines at each vineyard and we can arrange shipping services for the wine to be delivered to your home! NOTE: Pickup originating from a 5km radius of Amboise or Tours. If it's a one-person, private tour, there is a 60 euro surcharge.

  3. Loire Valley Wine Tour in Chinon & Bourgueil, Tours3

    3. Loire Valley Wine Tour in Chinon & Bourgueil

    5.0· 12 reviews· 8 hours

    Experience a full-day wine tour in the famous Loire Valley, accompanied by a local and expert guide. Your day will include two visits of local wineries followed by tastings of local white & red wines (fees included). At lunch time, stop in Chinon, a picturesque town dominated by its castle. There, you will have time to visit the town, and your guide will indicate the best places to try some local specialties (at your own expense). The full-day trip will also include the transportation from and to Tours city center.

  1. Chenonceau Castle: Private Guided with Ticket, Tours4

    4. Chenonceau Castle: Private Guided with Ticket

    5.0· 4 reviews· 2 hours

    Enjoy a walking tour of Chenonceau Castle with a local guide who will tailor the excursion to your tastes and introduce you to the castle’s beautiful places. Start at the entrance of the castle and then head to the charming gardens full of flowers. Chenonceau castle has been classified a “Historic Monument” by the French Ministry of Culture and has been home to famous queens as Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medicis. Discover its original design and architecture and immerse yourself in the medieval period during this informative tour.

  2. Loire Valley Wine Half Day Tour in Vouvray, Tours5

    5. Loire Valley Wine Half Day Tour in Vouvray

    5.0· 2 reviews· 4 hours

    On this immersive tour, you will discover the heart of the Vouvray appellation, celebrated for its exquisite Chenin Blanc wines. Throughout your excursion, you'll be guided by a knowledgeable and English-speaking local guide, expert in Loire Valley wines. The Vouvray vineyards are strategically situated along the northern banks of the Loire River, just east of the charming town of Tours. The region's unique terroir boasts a mosaic of soils, resulting in a dynamic range of flavors and styles in its wines. Chenin Blanc reigns supreme in Vouvray, contributing to the region's reputation for producing some of the world's most versatile white wines. On this half-day tour you will visit 2 carefully selected local wineries, where you'll have the unique opportunity to step behind the scenes of winemaking. At each winery, you'll be treated to a selection of their finest offerings. Let your taste buds dance with the flavors of fresh fruit, floral notes, and the unique terroir of the region.

  3. Full Day Wine Tour in Vouvray and Chinon with LUNCH at the winery, Tours6

    6. Full Day Wine Tour in Vouvray and Chinon with LUNCH at the winery

    4.9· 26 reviews· 9 hours

    Embark on a full day wine tour, including an amazing "Farm to table" style lunch with tasting. You will discover the Loire Valley wines and gastronomy with a passionate professional guide. As a small group of 8 people maximum, you will live a true and complete experience : - Visit three wines estates in Vouvray, Bourgueil and Chinon - Visit vineyards and rock-hewn wine cellars - Learn about Terroir" and the work of the wine maker, with commentary tailored to your wine knowledge - Taste up to 20 different red, white and sparkling wines, paired with local cheeses and other delicacies - Enjoy a fantastic "Gastronomic Pic Nic" 3-course lunch - Go from one place to another in a comfy chauffeured Mercedes minivan

  4. Loire Valley Day Tour Chambord and Chenonceau plus Lunch at a Private Castle, Tours7

    7. Loire Valley Day Tour Chambord and Chenonceau plus Lunch at a Private Castle

    4.9· 411 reviews· 9.5 hours

    Jump into the heart of French history by visiting the 2 most prestigious châteaux of the Loire Valley. Feel the intimacy of a lesser known private family-owned château and enjoy a typical French lunch away from tourist groups. Let yourself be guided by your local expert and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived in Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views, benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes and make the most of this exciting day.

  5. Day Tour to Chenonceau and Chambord Castles, Tours8

    8. Day Tour to Chenonceau and Chambord Castles

    4.9· 48 reviews· 8 hours

    Experiece a unique tour to Château de Chenonceau & Château de Chambord in the heart of the Loire Valley. On this full day trip to the Loire Valley you will explore UNESCO sites, architectural wonders, lush gardens, and rich history. English guided tour in both Castles.

  6. Day Tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau & Chambord from Tours/Amboise, Tours9

    9. Day Tour of Chateaux of Chenonceau & Chambord from Tours/Amboise

    4.8· 23 reviews· 9 hours

    Enjoy a small group day tour in the heart of the Royal Valley: tour two of the major chateaux of the region and discover old capital the Loire Valley : Amboise Your professional tour guide will show you the famous chateaux of the region, Chenonceau and Chambord, aboard a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Enjoy free time to have lunch in Amboise and wander in this charming old city.

  7. Loire Valley Castles VIP Private Tour: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise, Tours10

    10. Loire Valley Castles VIP Private Tour: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise

    4.8· 38 reviews· 13 hours

    Take away the hassle out of planning your day trip to the Loire Valley, the birthplace of French Renaissance with more 120 châteaux (estates), on this private luxury tour with roundtrip transportation from Paris. Highlights include visits to Leonardo da Vinci's home and tomb, outstanding Gothic architecture, and plenty of time to enjoy three of the Loire Valley's most impressive and famous châteaux.

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