About this experience
8.30 am : Meet in front of the Tourism Office of the City of Tours (78-82 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours).
It will take you a little over an hour to reach the Castle of Villesavin by minibus.
What better way to discover the castles of the Loire than an electric bike tour. You will visit two magnificent castles: a charming family property and the prestigious Château de Chambord. Then have lunch in Chambord Park, and stroll through the estate, which was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. In E-bike mode, your perception changes and this excursion will allow you to enjoy this magnificent region “à la française!” ".
10.15 am : Departing from a beautiful family chateau where we will taste local products later in the day, take the time to discover the charming French countryside on this e-bike ride during 15 miles.
Cross with your guide the monumental forest of Chambord, a veritable green lung of 13 000 acres enclosed by 20 miles of walls, unique in Europe. After about 45 minutes, you will finally see the sumptuous Château de Chambord, symbol of French Renaissance in Loire Valley.
11.00 am : Start of the guided tour of Chambord, your guide will show you the emblematic rooms of this castle still shrouded in mystery. A free time will allow you to walk where you want and review the rooms that you have preferred.
12:30 pm : For lunch, your guide will show you the different options around the Château de Chambord : restaurant, crêpes, burgers, sandwichs…
2.00 pm: Return to Villesavin castle, “Chambord site hut” built by Jean le Breton, minister of François 1er, and supervisor of the works of Château de Chambord.
2.45 pm : Visit the interior of this charming little family castle, property since the 1930s and still the main home of the Count and Countess. You will also have free time to stroll around the estate and visit the various points of interest of the property (wedding museum, dovecote, small farm, etc.)
3.30 pm : Bucolic snack under the linden tree planted in 1900 with local produce such as apple juice, strawberries and biscuits from the Chambord biscuit factory.
4:15 pm : End of the tour and departure.
5:30 pm : Return at the Tourism Office of the City of Tours.
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What’s included
- Food and drinks
- Entry / admission fee
- Tasting of local products
- Electric Bikes with helmets
- Entrance fees
- English-speaking guide
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Tip or gratuity
- Lunch
- French-speaking guide
Itinerary
- 1
Château de Villesavin
Pick-up your bikes. Departing from a beautiful family chateau where we will taste local products later in the day, take the time to discover the charming French countryside on this e-bike ride during 15 miles.
- 2
Château de Chambord
Start of the guided tour of Chambord, your guide will show you the emblematic rooms of this castle still shrouded in mystery. A free time will allow you to walk where you want and review the pieces that you have preferred
- 3
Château de Villesavin
Return Villesavin castle, “Chambord site hut” built by Jean le Breton, minister of François 1er, and supervisor of the works of the Château de Chambord. visit of the interior of this charming little family castle, property since the 1930s and still the main home of the Count and Countess. You will also have free time to stroll around the estate and visit the various points of interest of the property (wedding museum, dovecote, small farm, etc.). Bucolic snack under the linden tree planted in 1900 with local produce such as apple juice, strawberries and biscuits from the Chambord biscuit factory.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 08:30
Know before you go
- Dress code
- This tour requires you to be in good physical condition, remember to have a good breakfast in the morning ;)
- Remember to take comfortable shoes (sneakers) and a backpack
- Please let us know if you have a particular health problem
- Plan your water bottle, you can fill it at each castle.
- In case of light rain, the tour will be maintained, this will not prevent the smooth running of the tour. However, in the event of heavy rain, the electric bike route is replaced by the same minibus route. The decision is taken on the spot with the whole group.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation any time before the experience starts.
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Meeting point
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Office de Tourisme & des Congrès Tours Loire Valley
- Address
- Rue Bernard Palissy 78, Tours, 37000, FR
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 47.39121, 0.69374
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 9 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation any time before the experience starts.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Office de Tourisme & des Congrès Tours Loire Valley, Rue Bernard Palissy 78, Tours, 37000, FR.
From AED 794 per person
