Located 10 minutes from Chinon at our family-run château in the Loire Valley, enjoy a tour of our Cabernet Franc and Chenin blanc AOC CHINON vineyard, leading to a visit of the cellar, then a wine tasting in a historic tasting room. After which you will receive a lovely packed lunch with 1 bottle of wine in order to picnic overlooking the vines....Read more
We're expats, formerly of Devon in the United Kingdom but now of Chinon. I've always cycled and loved my bike, and for the best part of my adult life, always loved wine... this is me! With my family, I now find ourselves living amongst vineyards, with wine producers creating something very special on our doorstep. Chinon wine is recognised as...Read more
With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and...Read more
Discover the whole wine-making process, from grape to wine, with Myriam, the granddaughter and wife of winegrowers from the Vouvray vineyard in the Loire Valley. 3-hour tour including a guided walk in the vines, a tour of the winery and rock-hewn cellar, and a tasting of 6 Loire wines with local finger food. Discover the Vouvray wines and deepen...Read more
Do you know which city was the capital of France in 15th century - Which city is considered to be the Garden of France- Or where you can hear the purest French spoken language-
The answer to all of these questions is Tours, a historic city dating back to the Middle Ages located right in the heart of France, just one hour away from...Read more
Take a 2-hour walking tour of Chambord Castle with a local guide and enjoy an excursion tailored to your tastes. Start at the entrance of the castle, explore the castle's beautiful interior, then head to the French formal gardens.
Delight in a magical atmosphere and extraordinary architecture at a castle imagined by King François I....Read more
Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Amboise, resting place of Leonardo da Vinci and once home to several Kings of France.
Our expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the details many miss. Suitable for all camera types from DSLR, Mirrorless,...Read more
Are you ready to join me for a surprise walk around Nantes-
From my many experiences and personal interactions in Nantes, I have gathered a personal checklist of must-sees with my most memorable places. Don’t miss out on the chance to see Nantes from a unique perspective and...Read more
Caves Duhard, 500 years of Loire Valley wine making history!
Wine merchants since 1874, come and discover our 16th century troglodyte caves. The wine tour includes: 5 sens experience, cellars tours with Duhard wine collection, wine tasting class with 3 wines, including a wine form the collection. Optional : - Food and wine pairing...Read more
Visit freed, discover cunning! With the Foxie application, engage in a treasure hunt and solve puzzles that will take you to unusual places. Complete the course independently, play regardless of the time of day and become an actor in your visit experience!
- Discover the most emblematic streets and monuments - Learn historical...Read more
Nantes is truly a unique city to visit. You will have a chance to visit the Cathedral of Nantes, amazing views and green gardens, and of course a view of the Castle of Duques of Bretagne. You will be able to enjoy much more during this private tour.
The tour will be a 3 hour private walking tour. Your private tour guide will show you...Read more
Nestled on the Loire River, Nantes was always known as the capital of Brittany, though now it’s in a different region. It is a vibrant city, an experimental and artistic place crammed with lots of attractions. The long and rich history of the city has left many sites of historical importance to explore, and the industrious spirit of the...Read more
This is a site with many stories: I'll talk about a wide range of subjects including womens history, mysterious graffiti, technological and scientific changes, peoples beliefs, dietary changes, garden history and what drove the economy when the chateau was built. Some powerful female characters have occupied this place - some of them you will have...Read more
You only have an hour to fall in love with Nantes- Challenge accepted!
Discover Nantes during a short but sweet excursion, in which you will learn the most interesting facts about the city, the local lifestyle and the modern transformation of the city. We will meet at the Memorial...Read more
If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place!
Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Nantes and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or...Read more
Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Chenonceau once home of Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici.
Our expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the details many miss. Suitable for all camera types from DSLR, Mirrorless, Point & Shoot to...Read more
This is a site with many stories: I'll talk about a wide range of subjects including the stories of the women associated with this site, medieval personal hygiene, social status of mistresses, a very famous prisoner, historic graffiti and medieval weapons. My background is not art history, but collections care and the behind the scenes management...Read more
Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of one of the most beautiful regions of France. With expert guidance and local knowledge this walking photography tour of Amboise with tuition by Mark Playle will ensure you get the best possible images from your visit.
A prize winning photographer, Mark has shot London Fashion...Read more
Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Christmas in one of the most beautiful regions of France. Starting at 3.00pm This tour covers both day and night photography of the town.With expert guidance and local knowledge this walking photography tour of Amboise with tuition by Mark Playle will ensure you get the best possible...Read more