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Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles
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Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles
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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
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
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Overview
Marvel over the majestic châteaux of the Loire Valley on this memorable half-day excursion from Tours. First, experience the glory of the French Renaissance as you explore the famous Château de Villandry and stroll the magnificent gardens. Admire the manicured landscapes and ornamental gardens; wander through the kitchen garden and classical water garden, then attempt to find your way through the maze. Next, journey further back in time with a tour of an authentic 16th-century château, where you’ll indulge in a traditional aperitif and perhaps meet its noble residents.
- 4-hour tour of the Loire Valley châteaux from Tours, including Villandry
- Explore the magnificent Renaissance gardens of Villandry
- Take a peek at typical french villages and private chateaux on a scenic drive through the Loire Valley
- Visit a luxurious 16th century château and enjoy a traditional French aperitif with the resident family
- Small-group tour ensures a personalized experience
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What's Included
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Guided visits
Entrance fees to 2 historical castles
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Departure & Return
Tourist Office Tours Loire Valley , 78-82 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours, France
This activity will end right where it started.Your guide will meet you in front of the Tourist Office in Tours. He / She will be wearing a hat!
9:30 AM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- OPERATED BY BORDOVINO
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Loire Valley Half Day Tour from City of Tours : Villandry and l'Islette Castles?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
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Two different types of castles
Randolph_S
, May 2022
The Villandry castle was spectacular and the guide was very knowledgeable. And the pace of the tour was perfect.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Thank you very much for this excellent review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the visit!
Do not hesitate to contact us the next time you come to France, to visit Loire Valley again or another "A la Française" region: Provence, Loire Valley, Champagne.
Loire Valley A la française team
Chateau de Villandry was so so. Its...
Lei W
, Aug 2018
Chateau de Villandry was so so. Its garden was huge but rather dull. The private chateau, Chateau I'Islette was beautiful and charming. I fell in love with it the moment we walked it. The picnic was definitely highlight of the entire trip. It was almost as if we were in an enchanting fairy tale setup. The 16th century chateau gave a feeling of residential as the owner still lives there. We met the owner, who gave us a warm welcome. Our tour guide set up the picnic on this little island in the shade facing the chateau. Superb lunch! Even though the lunch was very simple but it was very memorable.
What a great way to see Villandry...
Roger J
, Oct 2017
The tour was great! Wonderful tour...
Frank_A
, Sep 2017
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