Learn everything about the Loire Valley, Vineyards and Wines on this full day of discovery. Enjoy visits to glorious chateaux and wine tastings at Vouvray wine estates on this full day tour.
Enjoy a complete discovery of Loire Valley with the visit of must-see Château de Villandry and its remarkable gardens. Benefit from your guide’s trilling historical anecdotes and feel part of these old days. Then, live a French Art de Vivre experience away from the crowds with a local aperitif served in the park of an intimate family-owned château where the owners still live today! In the afternoon, learn everything about Loire Valley wines by visiting two wine estates of the Vouvray Appellation, well-known for its sparkling and white wines. A fun adventure you will always remember!
We will start our visit at stunning Château de Villandry, a Renaissance jewel ranking high in French heritage. During the tour, you will time-travel from the Renaissance era to life in France back in the 18th century. Our guide will take you through the chateau, with plenty of anecdotes and the mission to make your day a fun adventure that you will always remember. One of the highlights of your day will be the exploration of the gorgeous formal gardens, a beautiful and delicately-manicured. Our local expert will share all their knowledge of this garden à la française, and will show you hidden corners from where you will get the best views. The ornamental kitchen garden, the love garden, the Maze, the classical water garden…Don’t miss any detail.
After a short drive, enjoy the amazing sight unfolding in front of you as Chateau de Lisette comes into view. This private château is still home to the French family who inherited this historical monument. Situated in the heart of Touraine and neighbour of Château d’Azay-le-Rideau, this Renaissance castle is built as an island on the River Indre. Once inside, you’ll have a tour of the house, and you may even get the chance to meet the charming French hosts and chat about their daily life in a 21st century Château!
Discover the elegant Chateau de Villandry and its unique gardens.
Visit an intimate family-owned Chateau and enjoy a local aperitif in outstanding surroundings.
Visits and tastings at two wineries in the famous Wine appellation of Vouvray
Typical French aperitif with local cheese and charcuterie paired with a glass of wine
I was born in Paris and lived there for most of my life until I moved to Bordeaux for a new job to work for a wine company. During my time here, I completely fell in love with Bordeaux, as well as Strasbourg and Reims, and truly discovered what we call in French art de vivre (the art of living).
Barbara
Saturday 15th June, 2019
Communication with Daphne was excellent; she even helped us with booking the restaurants for lunch way ahead. Our guide, Agathe, was very friendly and accommodating (played our own music during the drive). It was a memorable wine tour of Val de Loire...
Communication with Daphne was excellent; she even helped us with booking the restaurants for lunch way ahead. Our guide, Agathe, was very friendly and accommodating (played our own music during the drive). It was a memorable wine tour of Val de Loire for all of us.
Read moreTara
Saturday 15th June, 2019
Vincent took us to a vineyard where we saw the grapes being harvested and to a wine cellar that was centuries old and fascinating to see. Vincent taught us about Vouvray and other appellations. He was amazing!! The wines were delicious and the snack ...
Vincent took us to a vineyard where we saw the grapes being harvested and to a wine cellar that was centuries old and fascinating to see. Vincent taught us about Vouvray and other appellations. He was amazing!! The wines were delicious and the snack brought by Vincent was a perfect complement to the wine. Thank you!!
Read moreSophia
Saturday 15th June, 2019
My partner and I took a private Wine Tasting Tour of the Loire Valley at Easter with Olaloire. Daphné (our wonderful guide) picked us up from our hotel in Chenonceau and we did a full day tour of the 3 different Loire Valley appellations (Vouvray, C...
My partner and I took a private Wine Tasting Tour of the Loire Valley at Easter with Olaloire. Daphné (our wonderful guide) picked us up from our hotel in Chenonceau and we did a full day tour of the 3 different Loire Valley appellations (Vouvray, Chinon and Bourgueil) visiting a beautiful winery in each region. We had a tour of the wine caves in Vouvray and were able to see the vines in Chinon and Bourgueil with a relaxed tasting in each place. Overall, we learnt a lot about the wines that each region produced and it was an eye opener to the variety of wines the Loire has to offer and definitely developed a new admiration for Cabernet Franc! Daphné was with us the entire day and has a wealth of knowledge about the area and history of the surrounding chateau's. I would recommend Olaloire for tours of the Loire as they offer a few different tours.
Read moreThe tour departs at 9.30 am. You will meet your friendly guide in front of the Tourist Office in Tours and get onboard our minivan.
Then we will set off for the Loire Valley. On the road you will admire the unique Loire Valley landscapes, the Cher river and the lovely towns situated along its banks. Throughout the day your guide will tell you all about about the region, its history fun facts and anecdotes.
The tour returns at 6.30 pm back at the Tourist Office.