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Adi_K, Mar 2026
Great tour
I want to say our tour with Feifei on Thursday Feb. 26 was excellent!
She was knowledeable, patient and responsive to our requests to customize what we wanted to see. Her English was excellent and very easy to understand (not always the case in other tours we had!).
I strongly recommend her!
Camiglia_B, Jan 2026
Tour senza pensieri
It was a wonderful tour thanks to the guide, Tianshu, who we discovered, studied Italian directly in Italy, so it was easier for us to understand the explanations. Having a driver at our disposal was a convenience because we could leave our backpacks and tour around at our leisure. If you have a few hours to spare, we recommend this tour because you don't have to worry about anything; they'll take care of everything and show you both the oldest and most modern parts.
Cliff_C, Dec 2025
Delightful Tour Made the Most of Our Day
Ingrid was a superb tour guide who made the day fun, informative and incredible. We booked a group of 4 and after 2 other guests had to cancel, we only the 4 of us in the van. We only opted for the tour of the chateaux (without wine tasting), but Ingrid could not have been more accommodating. She assisted us at every step and made for an unforgettable day. The chateaux are breathtaking alone, but there are many ways to see them. I recommend this tour because it made the most of our day showing us so much of the lovely Loire Valley in an efficient, easy, and care-free way. I absolutely recommend this tour!
olga_n, Nov 2025
Castle Fun
We had a great time being introduced to these chateaus by our guide.
Our guide was very sweet and hospitable. He bacame our friend, super fun with alot of good energy.
The castles were amazing. These 2 castles gave us just the right amount of culture and education.
In between the castles our guide took us to a nice lunch spot. It was perfect. Don't waste your time going any place. Go to this little cute restaurant in the middle of a tiny street. (View photos) Great hamburger! ( I don't usually eat burgers,these are the bomb!). We loved our trip and our guide.
Cassandra_M, Oct 2025
A humourous and fascinating history of the Chateaux in the Loire Valley
This experience made me want to learn more French history. Ingrid's explanation of the French monarchy and the history of the chateaux were fascinating, and at times humorous. She highlighted the most interesting aspects of each château while also giving us a primer on French history and the monarchy. We had a little free time to explore each of the chateaux and the gardens on our own. The time in the caves was also an educational experience. We learned (and tasted) so much about the wines of the Loire Valley.
Barbara_A, Oct 2025
Amazing guide and amazing views!
Chloe was such a pleasure to spend the day with. Her knowledge of history and obvious love of the castles we visited was obvious in her presentation. We would love to come back to the area and will insist on the tours with Chloe. Lunch was so lovely at the Chateau as well. Highly recommend this tour.
Deb_E, Oct 2025
A lovely afternoon learning about wines of the Loire Valley.
Laurent was a fantastic guide, sharing his deep knowledge of the wines of the region. We visited a vineyard and learned about appellations and the specific terroir, picking and pruning methods of the plot. The first winery we visited was a small local winemaking family with a lovely range of wines. In contrast, our second tasting was at a cooperative where we tasted 5 different wines. Laurent was very generous in sharing information and special thanks for the delicious cheeses and saucisson he selected to accompany our tastings.
Kevin_T, Oct 2025
Worth it all, if you love vouvray and Chenin blanc!!!
This vouvray wine tour was just absolutely perfect! Lorenzo was an amazing tour guide, loved how we went to three different wineries/ makers. Tried so many different types of sparkling and still white wines and even some reds. I did have a blast and learned so much about wines and how they are produced and shipped right under the same roof! I would highly recommend this tour. Some things I would recommend is the pick up spot, maybe have a sign or logo where we know who we are going with. Besides that the tour was just perfect.
Myrene_H, Oct 2025
A fabulous experience over a gorgeous area!
Do not hesitate! This was such a wonderful experience. I had initial trepidation but in the very experienced hands of Kevin and his team, I did not need to. To be travelling in the open air, so quiet & peaceful, gazing at beautiful scenery, it’s something I won’t forget and I’m so glad I did it! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Melissa_B, Sep 2025
What a fun experience!...
What a fun experience! The wine tasting/pairing was definitely the best part. We learned so much from Thomas about the dynamics of wine and how different food combinations pair/change the wine. Would definitely recommend adding to your Amboise itinerary.
Christine_M, Aug 2025
Chloe was an exceptional...
Chloe was an exceptional guide. With a PhD in renaissance architecture specializing in castles of the Loire Valley, her knowledge was vast. She did her best to help us stay comfortable on a very hot day and had great recommendations for other things to do in the area as well.
Randal_W, Jul 2025
Balloon Ride over Liore Valley
Our hot air balloon ride was nothing short of incredible. From start to finish, the staff made the entire experience smooth, enjoyable, and safe. They were welcoming, well-organized, and incredibly informative—taking the time to explain the process, safety precautions, and what to expect during the flight.
Our pilot was clearly very experienced and well-trained, which made all the difference. From lift-off to landing, everything felt calm and controlled. We never once felt uneasy—in fact, the ride was so peaceful it was easy to forget how high up we were!
Floating silently over the landscape while the sun lit up the horizon was a magical experience. The views were breathtaking and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and awe-inspiring.
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Since the Loire Valley is world-renowned for its vineyards, it’s no surprise many Loire Valley tours offer opportunities to sample the wines produced in this beautiful region of France. The picturesque valley is also home to more than 100 private castles, so day trips to private châteax are plentiful as well. You can even take a hot-air balloon for a bird’s-eye view of the rolling hills, sprawling castles, and historic cathedrals. Other fun tours of the scenic area are via sidecar, Segway, bicycle, and four-wheeler.
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