Day 1 : TOURS
Transfer to Tours accommodation (on your own)
Private walking tour of the city of tours (Half Day)
The City of Tours, International City of Gastronomy, opens its doors to you for a stroll combining historical facts and anecdotes about Tourangelle cuisine.
How about discovering Tours like a real local? Let your guide walk you through and he will show you the essentials of course but also the little details that no one notices.
While walking you will have all the opportunity to see the people of Touraine live, by passing in front of the Saint-Gatien Cathedral (built in the 12th century), the rue Colbert (or “the street of the restaurants”) or the Place Plumereau (elected most beautiful place in France to have an aperitif).
A gourmet stop will allow you to taste Touraine specialties (cheeses, charcuterie, wines, etc.).
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 2 : TOURS – VILLANDRY – AZAY LE RIDEAU – VOUVRAY – TOURS
Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Vouvray wine tour (Full Day)
Enjoy a complete discovery of Loire Valley with the visit of must-see Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau and Château de Villandry and its remarkable gardens. Benefit from your guide’s thrilling historical anecdotes and feel part of these old days. In the afternoon, learn everything about Loire Valley wines by visiting a local winery of the Vouvray Appellation, well-known for its sparkling and white wines. A fun adventure you will always remember !
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 3 : TOURS – CHAMBORD – CHENONCEAU – TOURS
Chambord, Chenonceau & lunch at a chateau (Full Day)
Discover the Loire Valley and visit its 2 most prestigious castles in one great day: impressive Château de Chambord and stunning Château de Chenonceau. Learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views thanks to your local guide, benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes and make the most of this exciting day. One of the highlights will be a restful lunch away from tourist groups in a beautiful privately-owned chateau still inhabited by the family.
Accommodation in hotel 3* or 4*
Day 4 : TOURS
Transfer to your next destination. (on your own)
Included in the Price is:
- Each night of accommodation as mentioned with breakfast
- Activities and excursions as mentioned above, with English-speaking guides
- Entry tickets to attractions as mentioned above
- A detailed Numerical Format roadbook with our suggestions for visits, all addresses, maps, and vouchers for all accommodation and activities.
- Telephone 24/7 assistance in case of emergency.
Not included in the price:
- International flights.
- The activities mentioned as optional.
- Personal expenses
- City taxes in the accommodation (2025: between 2€ and 4€ per person per night)
All that is not mentioned in the section, ‘This price includes’
Accommodations
The hotels reflect the level of quality and location offered. If they are not available at the time of booking, we will offer you similar accommodation.
- 3* hotel – Hotel Au Relais Saint-Eloi or similar
- 4* hotel – Hotel Oceania L’Univers Tours or similar
4-day / 3-night land package, price per person, double or twin occupancy. Price for 2024 and 2025.
For those who booked their European river cruise with InterlineTravel.com, the following prices apply: Rates are per person based on the number of people going in your group, 2, 4, 6 or 8.
| Nmbr of Psgrs | 3 Star Hotel | 4 Star Hotel |
| 2 | $1,189 | $1,409 |
| 4 | $1,089 | $1,339 |
| 6 | $1,069 | $1,319 |
| 8 | $1,069 | $1,319 |
| Single Rate | Call | Call |
| Triple Rate | Call | Call |
For those who want to take this tour on its own or booked your river cruise at another travel agency the following prices apply: Rates are per person based on the number of people going in your group, 2, 4, 6 or 8.
| Nmbr of Psgrs | 3 Star Hotel | 4 Star Hotel |
| 2 | $1,289 | $1,529 |
| 4 | $1,189 | $1,449 |
| 6 | $1,159 | $1,429 |
| 8 | $1,159 | $1,429 |
| Single Rate | Call | Call |
| Triple Rate | Call | Call |
Deposit, Final Payment and Cancellation Policy:
- Deposit of 30% due at time of booking and is nonrefundable. Full payment is due 50 days in advance. If you cancel 30 to 15 days before arrival the cancellation penalty is 75%. If you cancel less than 15 days before arrival the cancellation penalty is 100%. We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can do that by clicking here or have our agents get it for you.
- In case the client changes the number of participants, prices shall be revised and adapted to the new number of participants.