Deconnection in Loire Valley

Just 1 hour from Paris by train, Touraine is the ideal place to take a "slow" approach. The program includes cycling, boating and hiking, as well as discovering the region's gastronomy and history while "taking your time"! A gentle itinerary, authenticity and the French art of living... A wonderful escape from Tours.

A Tours, on ne vous envoie pas balader pour rien

The Loire à Vélo, a mythical route along the wild river
Part road trip, part art de vivre, the Loire à Vélo cycle route offers a unique journey through landscapes listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. These 900 km of safe, signposted paths combine active leisure, lush nature, château visits and wine tasting.
How to organize your road trip? Opt for the Pass Loire à Vélo!
A first in France, the 24h - 48h - 72h Pass Loire à Vélo lets you discover the sites along the Loire à Vélo at your own pace.
They include bike hire, lunches and snacks, Loire Valley wine tastings, as well as museum visits and admission to the Loire's greatest châteaux: Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceau, Chaumont, Chambord, Langeais...
You'll also benefit from preferential rates at major sites, restaurants, hotels, wineries, shops and leisure activities.
Discover 4 ideas for routes with the passes on our “Travel with the Loire à Vélo Pass” blog page.
Themed tours departing from Tours
Tours is one of the key stops on the Loire à Vélo cycle route. The Tourist Office offers a wide range of stays, whether you're looking for a day trip, a loop, an itinerary, a self-guided tour or a turnkey tour. A change of scenery guaranteed!
Loire Valley Cycling
Duration : 2 days / 1 night - Price : Since 155 €

Discover the famous "Loire à Vélo" itinerary during your stay in Tours. Take advantage of the gentle way of life in the Loire Valley during walks that are accessible to all in this region, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for cultural landscapes: an ideal setting for your visits.
Citybreak in Tours by bike
3 days / 2 nights
Enjoy the Loire Valley's gentle way of life and savor the pleasures of the terroir on this 100% car-free trip.
Boat in Savonnieres
Immerse yourself in World Heritage by boat
This is one of the most pleasant and original ways to discover Touraine and its landscapes. Aboard traditional boats, Loire bargemen offer daytime and evening sightseeing tours, aperitifs on the river or guided biodiversity tours. These moments of disconnection in the heart of nature, just a stone's throw from the city, are unforgettable experiences.
Find out more about our river tours HERE.
Sailing towards the unexpected
By canoe
Leave terra firma behind for an adventure on the Loire or Cher at your own pace. Pass under the arches of the Château de Chenonceau, slalom between the islands of the Loire, admire nature at as a family over several days, or push your limits on a sporty descent- there's no shortage of options in Touraine!
Special offer: discounted family canoeing
An afternoon on the royal river with your family? Yes, but at a low price with this offer for families! On the program: a 7km (1h30) trip on the Loire starting in Vouvray to introduce young and old to canoeing. Don't forget to bring biodegradable sun cream to protect the surrounding flora and fauna.
On a paddle
Try your hand at stand-up paddling on the Indre, at the foot of the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau! Paddles and canoes are available for hire, and can be used to navigate around tourist sites such as Azay-le-Rideau and Candes-Saint-Martin. An unusual experience that can be
followed by a tasting of local wines and produce.
Hikers on the city's footpaths
Hike along the trails
The mild climate and low relief make it easy to criss-cross Touraine on foot, for short family hikes or longer itineraries. Tours is the ideal place to explore or stop off.
Around Tours, nearly fifty signposted itineraries have been selected for their heritage and natural interest, from 3km walks to full-day loops (15km). Plus: they're all suitable for running!
Find out more about the favorite hikes of the Tours Val de Loire Tourist Office in the article “Hiking around Tours”.
Tours Marathon: your all-inclusive stay!
For the biggest running event of the autumn, on Sunday September 28, 2025, an all-inclusive package is available for participants and their companions. It combines a night's accommodation in a 3 or 4-star hotel, a “sportsman's dinner”, an adapted breakfast, a race number to take part in the marathon and the room available until 3pm to change after the race.
From €219
Information and reservations tours-tourisme.fr, dmc@tours-tourisme.fr or 02 47 70 37 34