Manoir des Basses Rivières

Duration : 1h30 - Price : 7€ Take a guided tour of the emblematic Vieux Tours district, which stretches around Place Plumereau, led by a tour guide. Medieval timber-framed and stone houses stand side by side with exceptional town houses. These homes bear witness to the prosperity of this part of the town, which grew up around a huge collegiate church dedicated to Saint Martin. Once home to the body of the saint, it was the centre of one of the oldest pilgrimages in Christendom. This tour has been awarded the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire label.

Duration: 1 day - Price: €28 This is THE ideal pass for an urban and cultural getaway in Tours! It allows you to enjoy the city's museums and surrounding castles, and to access the destination's must-see attractions in complete freedom. This Pass gives you free access to 9 tourist and cultural sites in Tours and the surrounding area: Tours Castle, Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre, Museum of Fine Arts, Compagnonnage Museum, Natural History Museum, Cloître de la Psalette, Prieuré Saint-Cosme, Villandry Castle and Gardens, Azay-le-Rideau Castle, Hôtel Goüin, Cave de Vouvray, Les Grandes Caves Saint Roch. You can also enjoy a guided walking tour of Tours and a commentary tour of the city on a mini train (from April to October). On presentation of your Tours City Pass, you can also enjoy exclusive benefits with our partners: 10% discount on canoe hire in Vouvray 10% discount on a ride in a 2CV 10% discount on your drinks at Au Temps des Rois, Place Plumereau 5% discount at the Atelier Saint Michel 10% discount at Fromages de Camille A complimentary bottle of Vouvray brut or demi-sec for two Tours City Pass holders who have booked a ‘From the vine to the glass’ tasting tour, an introduction to wine tasting or a wine course with Rendez-vous dans les Vignes 5% discount on a sidecar ride 10% discount on cookery courses and wine workshops...

Duration: 2½ hours - Price: from €36 With La Rabouilleuse, enjoy a truly special experience on the Loire at sunset aboard a traditional boat. Just upstream from Tours, along the slopes of Rochecorbon and Vouvray, La Rabouilleuse invites you to discover the Loire through its unique atmosphere and colours. What we offer: the light of the Loire, the chance to spot wildlife, the charm of its islands, and the chance to take in the scenery… Come and enjoy it all! When the winds are favourable, we set sail; otherwise, we use the engine, oars or a paddle. In all circumstances, we include a section of the trip using gentle propulsion (without the engine) to better savour the river’s rhythm. You’re welcome to bring your own aperitif basket to share, if you wish, with the other guests. A convivial atmosphere guaranteed!   Please note that the outings on Sunday, August 30, and Sunday, September 27, will be themed tours led by subject matter experts: August 30: Swimming in the Loire vs. Dragonflies, led by Renaud Baeta (Be Caudalis) September 27: An archaeo-zoological tour led by Marie-Pierre Roue-Horard (MSH) Highlights •    Watch the sunset over the Loire from aboard a traditional boat •    A friendly experience, with the option to bring your own appetizer basket to share! An ideal cruise to learn all about the flora and fauna of the Loire.  

With the 3-Castle Pass, embark on a magical journey to the heart of “Christmas in the land of châteaux”! Seven of the Loire Valley’s most prestigious castles—Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceau, Langeais, Chinon, and Loches—celebrate the holiday spirit with exceptional tours, spectacular decorations, and unique activities.   The 3-Castle Pass gives you access to 3 of the 7 sites of your choice at special rates for the duration of the event. Other benefits: skip-the-line access at the castles of Azay-le-Rideau and Amboise, free admission — with no extra charge and no reservation required — to the evening opening at the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau (valued at €16), as well as to all evening openings at the six other castles, the option to visit the Château de Chenonceau without reserving a specific tour time slot (subject to availability during the Christmas holidays in case of high attendance).   This Pass also gives you access to exclusive offers and benefits, including: a guided tour with a complimentary wine tasting at the Cave de Vouvray, discounts and special offers from about ten partner businesses.   On the program: each château features a unique theme and a special one-night-only opening!   •   Château of Villandry - At Christmas, nature makes its way into the château Once the doors are closed, plants and animals take over every room, creating an atmosphere that is by turns woodland-like and snow-covered, yet always warm and welcoming. Evening opening: Saturday, December 5.   •    Château of Azay-le-Rideau - The flavours of fine French patisserie Each room in the château is dedicated to a signature dish of the festive season, presented in refined, immersive and sometimes animated settings. Evening opening: Saturday, December 12.   •    Royal Château of Amboise - A Royal Christmas for the pet animals Taking advantage of the court’s temporary absence, the castle’s pets have decided to secretly organize their own Christmas celebrations in the royal residence. Evening opening: date to be announced.   •    Château of Chenonceau - Christmas and traditions around the world The castle pays tribute to customs from around the world, including Great Britain, Germany, the Americas, Iceland, and more… Evening opening: Wednesday, December 23.   •    Château of Langeais - An enchanting and musical Christmas Light, plants, textiles, paper and sound come together in an immersive experience with a delicate, contemporary narrative, interacting with the site’s collections, spaces and historical materials. Evening opening: Saturday, December 26.   •    Royal Fortress of Chinon - Christmas in Fairyland Designed as a self-guided walk, the tour gradually reveals these mysterious creatures, hidden within the scenery or moving through the heart of an enchanted forest. Evening tour: Saturday, December 19.   •    Royal City of Loches - Tales from the Royal City: Beauty and the Beast From the entrance to the royal residence, every space becomes a living scene from the story, transformed by snow, red roses, sets and lighting effects. Evening opening: Tuesday, December 29.

Duration: 1 day - Price: €44 Take a ride on the Loire à Vélo between Tours and Montlouis-sur-Loire, visit a winery and have a picnic break before returning by canoe! Your program: Departure from Tours, 13 km bike ride on the Loire River (1h00) to Montlouis-sur-Loire: follow the banks of the Loire on a bike path accessible to the whole family. A visit and wine tasting awaits you in Montlouis sur Loire (1h00). Discover the land and the history of the wines of Montlouis-sur-Loire. You can picnic at the canoe base in Vouvray, but you'll need to bring your own picnic as there are no refreshment points on site. You will exchange your bikes for canoes at our base in Vouvray and return in Tours by the Loire (up to the Wilson Bridge guinguette or the wire bridge, depending on the water level). You will travel approximately 7 km among the birds of the Loire (1½ to 2 hours) aboard unsinkable, self-bailing canoes. Highlights •    A 3-in-1 experience for a full day combining sports and wine tourism •    A day perfect for couples, groups of friends, and families alike •    The Loire takes center stage: along the famous “Loire à Vélo” cycling route, in your glass with the Montlouis wine appellation, and by canoe