Top Loire Valley Skip the line Tickets

No visit to the Loire Valley region is complete without a winery visit, and this experience makes it easy with guided tours and tastings at two local wine estates. With a regional wine expert as your host, you'll learn all about the 'terroir' as you walk through the vineyards, and discover the local food, too, with samples of cheese and other delicacies.

Carved out by cave dwellers in the 16th century, the Caves Ambacia have hosted a wine merchant since 1874. Discover the caves and the Duhard wine collection with a sensorial experience to awaken all five senses, a journey through 150 years of wine history, and a tasting of six exceptional wines led by a sommelier. Should a wine take your fancy, the merchants offer shipping throughout the world.

Step back through a 1,000 years of history with a visit to Château de Buranlure in France’s Loire Valley. Preserved in the condition it was left in during the 1640s, the castle offers a rare opportunity to experience an authentic historic sight largely untouched by modern reconstruction. This experience provides deeper insight into French heritage, architecture, and daily life across centuries, while offering a quieter alternative to the Loire Valley’s larger, busier châteaux.

Enjoy an intimate, grape-to-wine tour of the ins and outs of wine production in the stunning Loire Valley. Go behind the scenes in a family-run Vouvray vineyard, and enjoy a guided walk through the vines, winery, and rock-hewn cellar. Get an exclusive taste of different wine varieties, accompanied by fresh local amuse-bouches. Tours are capped at 12 people for personalized attention.

Discover the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Loire Valley, sample regional wines, and visit two magnificent châteaux on this full-day tour. Traveling in a small group ensures a more personalized experience as you visit Chambord and Chenonceau Castles and enjoy guided wine tastings at each venue.

Savor views of the beautiful Loire Valley from an unbeatable vantage point – on a hot air balloon ride! Soar over the fairy-tale châteaux, sweeping vineyards and winding waterways of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley on a thrilling 1-hour flight. Spot iconic landmarks like the Château de Chenonceau and Amboise castle from above, then toast your safe landing with a glass of Champagne.

During this full-day, small-group tour from Amboise, you will discover multiple highlights of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley. In the morning, meet your guide and set off to discover two of the region's highlight châteaux: the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau and the Château de Villandry. After free time for lunch (own expense), visit two wineries in the Vouvray region and indulge in in-depth tours and tasting sessions.

Buranlure Castle comes alive at nightfall, inviting you to a unique visit where history and mystery meet. Meet Antoine de Bar, lord of the castle, at the dawn of the famous siege of Sancerre. This immersive experience lasts about 1h15 and immerses you in local history while navigating the lighted corridors of the castle. The tour is family-friendly and takes place in a fascinating setting, but the journey can be difficult. - Duration of the visit: about 1h15 - Accessible to families, but sometimes difficult - Hours: Friday from July 24, 2026 to August 21, 2026 from 9:30 p.m. to midnight - Adult rate: 15€, free for children under 7 years