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9 hours (Approx.)
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Offered in: English and 2 more
Good for avoiding crowds
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Overview
The historic castles of Azay-le-Rideau, Rivau, and Villandry are three of the Loire Valley’s most popular attractions, but they’re spread throughout the region and hidden in the hillsides. This full-day bus tour makes it possible to check them all off your list in a day, and includes a tasting of Loire Valley wines. Delve into centuries of Loire Valley history with a guide and gaze out over the majestic Loire River.
- Coach tour to the castles of Azay-le-Rideau, Rivau, and Villandry
- Explore the Loire Valley’s history and heritage with a guide
- Admire the region’s Renaissance architecture
- Enjoy panoramic views over the Loire River
- Sample locally made wines at a Loire Valley wine estate
- Tour includes round-trip travel from central Tours
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Hop aboard your air-conditioned minivan in central Tours, France, then head into the countryside with your guide to begin your full-day tour. First, visit the 16th-century Château d'Azay-le-Rideau — nestled by the banks of the Indre River. As you explore, admire features including the Renaissance staircase and gain insight into the castle’s rich history.
Continue on to a family-run wine estate and sample some of the Bourgueil wines in production. Then the lunch is at your leisure.
In the afternoon, stop at the 16th-century Château de Villandry — famous for its beautifully tended herb and vegetable gardens. Here, admire the bold Renaissance architecture you find and enjoy sweeping views along the banks of the Loire River.
Stroll along pathways lined with ancient linden trees, and discover the scents and colors for which the gardens are famous. Afterwards, return to your original departure point to conclude your tour.
Continue on to a family-run wine estate and sample some of the Bourgueil wines in production. Then the lunch is at your leisure.
In the afternoon, stop at the 16th-century Château de Villandry — famous for its beautifully tended herb and vegetable gardens. Here, admire the bold Renaissance architecture you find and enjoy sweeping views along the banks of the Loire River.
Stroll along pathways lined with ancient linden trees, and discover the scents and colors for which the gardens are famous. Afterwards, return to your original departure point to conclude your tour.
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