Things to Do in Tours

Explore the Loire Valley from Tours and see some of the best chateaux of the area.

With this ticket, enjoy full access to Chenonceau castle, gardens, Dômes Gallery and Carriage Gallery. Learn more from an optional audio guide which is also available in 16 languages.

Discover the whole wine-making process, from grape to wine, with Myriam, the granddaughter and wife of winegrowers from the Vouvray vineyard in the Loire Valley. 3-hour tour including a guided walk in the vines, a tour of the winery and rock-hewn cellar, and a tasting of 6 Loire wines with local finger food. Discover the Vouvray wines and deepen your knowledge of Loire vineyard while enjoying a personalized attention from your local guide on this small-group tour limited to 12 people.

An architectural triumph packed with French history and elegance

On this excursion from Tours, we'll visit Chenonceau and Chambord, two famous castles in Loire. We'll also taste some wines in the Caves Ambacia wine cellars.

Explore the Loire Valley by riding an E-bike and admire some of the best castles of the area.

Marvel at the stunning beauty of Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau on a guided trip from Tours. Admire the grand staircase of the castle, and see the Cher River rushing under the arches.

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.

Visit a scenic castle defined by the skills of a succession of women

Discover Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau, two iconic French castles, on this excursion from Tours. The Loire Valley and immaculate gardens await!

Visit of Château de Chambord, a UNESCO Heritage Site and discover Château de Villesavin, which is a charming family property on an e-bike.

Explore the beautiful Loire Valley vineyards of the Vouvray region. Visit a local winery and learn how to taste the elegant wines from this well-known region of the Loire Valley.

Enjoy a complete Loire Valley experience with the visit of the unique and elegant gardens of Chateau de Villandry and the lovely Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau. Your passionate guide will stay with you all along the tour, sharing with you funny anecdotes and all his knowledge of the region. An unforgettable experience ! During the afternoon, make the most of a Loire Valley wine tour and go to meet a wine producer of the Vouvray Appellation, well-known for its sparkling and white wines. All along the day, your passionate and local guide will stay with you, a day that you will never forget!

Explore a royal Renaissance residence, the resting place of Da Vinci

Discover the delicious wines in this French region with this Loire Valley Wine Tour from Tours. You'll learn all about the production of its mythical wine.

Discover two of the best castles of the Loire Valley on this excursion departing from Tours.

Discover 2 of the Loire Valley's most charming chateau on this morning tour from Tours. Visit the elegant Chateau Azay-le-Rideau, then explore the magnificent gardens of the Château de Villandry.

The best of Tours in an hour. Your gentleman sider will make you discover the unmissable places of the city as well as unusual places, comfortably installed in a beautiful vintage sidecar.

Get a glimpse into history inside of Leonardo da Vinci's final home

On this motorcycle tour with built-in sidecar we will depart from Tours to discover the history of the Loire Valley in a very retro way.

Discover Tours by night on board a vintage sidecar. Visit unique places with your local sider-guide and stop for a wine tasting break under a starry sky.

Discover the city of Tours in a unique way on a tuk-tuk tour. See the city's most emblematic sites, including the old town and the Halles.

Visit the most renowned castles in the Loire Valley—aka French château country—on a day trip from Tours. Château de Chambord are known for their Renaissance architecture and architect Leonardo da Vinci. With a knowledgeable guide, enjoy views from little-known panoramic spots, and hear historical details and amusing anecdotes about the French kings and other nobles who have lived here. As a bonus, enjoy a gourmet break and a glass of local wine (or apple juice) away from the crowds at a private, family-owned château.

Experience the splendor of Renaissance history with a visit to two châteaux

On this tour of the castles of Villandry and Azay-le-Rideau, we'll discover two of the most beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley and visit a winery!

Explore the heart of the Loire Valley on board a vintage sidecar. Visit some of its most unusual and unique places with your local sider-guide.

Explore Vouvray's top wines on a half-day small group tour from Tours. Enjoy vineyard visits, tastings, and Chenin Blanc delights.

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.

Expect art in the least likely places when you visit this castle by the river

On this tour of the castles of Villandry and Azay-le-Rideau, we'll visit two of the most beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley – not to be missed!

Discover Tours on board a vintage sidecar. Visit some of its most unusual and unique places with your local sider-guide.

Discover the most important and picturesque castles in the Loire Valley with a registered guide, and get the chance to taste some delightful local wines.

Enjoy a small group half-day trip from Tours to the beautiful Château de Chenonceau in the heart of the Loire Valley. Experience a guided visit of the interior of one of the most elegant Chateaus of the Loire.

Explore the top three Loire Valley Châteaux with this combo pass

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Discover the best of the Loire Valley in half a day on board a vintage sidecar. Visit the Loire castles and wineries with your local sider-guide.

Join us on a delicious afternoon wine tour in the Loire Valley, starting from Tours or Amboise, and discover sparkling, white and red local wines of the Touraine region.

What we have left are memories. It is so important to have memories for all we experienced, saw, did, and most importantly, the memories of our loved ones and WITH our loved ones. I will be so happy to create all this for you. I feel how unique we all are, I respect you, I join you, I guide you and I also let you be you. I see how beautiful people are and I am delighted to show them how I see them. I always create photos and memories I would love to have myself ♥ As an award winning photographer, with clients who come back to work with me from all over the world to my little village in France, I hope to create something beautiful and unique also for you. I also offer photos in gardens of Chenonceau, Chaumont sur Loire and in the vineyards and nature, as well in the gardens and rooms of beautiful chateau hotels my clients are staying at. Just contact me if you want something special!

Explore a one-of-a-kind French Renaissance-style castle on a river island

Travel with the peace and comfort of knowing that, should you need assistance on your trip, Civitatis has your back - don't let anything spoil your trip!

Book your skip-the-line ticket online to visit the famous Château de Chambord, the biggest castle of Loire Valley in France inspired by Leonardo da Vinci.

Visiting the city of Tours for the first time? Discover a whole new side of this beautiful place on a 2-hour walking tour, and explore the city's history and rich culture. Enjoy a customized tour with a private guide, based on your interests and schedule.

Embark on an unusual ride aboard a comfortable vintage sidecar. Your gentleman sider will help you discover the must-see places between Tours and Azay-le-Rideau along the water

Experience the grandeur of French history with tickets to three iconic châteaus

Book a guided tour by an expert guide of Chenonceau and Chambord Castles! Enjoy a wine tasting in a typical limestone cave cellar followed by a local lunch.

Discover the iconic Loire Valley on this full-day trip from Tours. Visit 2 wineries, sample local wines, and stop by the scenic Chinon known for its red wines and Renaissance architecture.

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.

Stroll through beautiful gardens and explore historical rooms.

Book a guided tour of Villandry and Château de L'Islette with an expert guide. Transportation and picninc lunch inlcuded.

Explore 13th-century Tours with Mahaut, a militiaman’s daughter. Discover Martinopole’s history, including pilgrimage, trade, and female warriors, all in French.