From Amboise: Loire Valley Day Tour - Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Winery

Name: From Amboise: Loire Valley Day Tour - Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau & Winery
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SKU: 52I5VO
Price: 160.00 GBP
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9 hours

From 09:00

Group 1+

English

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9 hours

09:00

What you'll do

Having met your guide at the Amboise's Tourist Office, prepare for a captivating day in the Loire Valley. Explore the Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau, known for its perfect symmetry and riverside reflection. Wander Villandry's gardens, discovering their 16th-century significance and secrets. Enjoy lunch at a recommended bakery before journeying to Vouvray. There, uncover the secrets of Vouvray wine at a local winery, tasting the versatile Chenin Blanc grape's creations.

Itinerary

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Duration: Approximately 9 hours
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Start Time: 9am
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Group Size: tbc
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Meeting Point: In front of the Tourist Office of Amboise
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Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau:
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Begin your day with a visit to the stunning Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau, renowned for its perfect symmetry and reflection on the Indre river.
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Accompanied by your passionate guide, explore the interiors of the chateau and delve into the fascinating stories of its history.
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Villandry's Gardens:
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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking gardens of Villandry, discovering their 16th-century significance and codes.
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Let your guide provide insights and tips as you explore the vegetable and herb gardens, and admire the panoramic views of the chateau and elegant swans in the water garden.
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Lunch Break:
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Enjoy a leisurely lunch, with recommendations from your guide for delightful French bakeries where you can purchase snacks.
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Vouvray Winery Visit:
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Depart for Vouvray and visit a local winery with a rich history of producing Vouvray wine.
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Discover the manufacturing secrets behind this renowned wine, made from the versatile Chenin Blanc grape variety, offering a myriad of delightful possibilities.
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Santé!:
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Raise a toast to a memorable day with a hearty "Santé!" as you savor the surprises of Vouvray wine tasting.
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Return Journey:
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Conclude your tour back in Amboise, filled with cherished memories of your enchanting day in the Loire Valley.
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End Time: Approximately 6 pm

What's Included

Driver/guide

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Wine tasting and alcoholic beverages

Guided tours

English-speaking guide

What's not included

Tips and gratuities

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Any additional food and drink

Meeting Points

Office de Tourisme Amboise Val de Loire (Quai du Général de Gaulle, Indre-et-Loire Amboise, Centre-Val de Loire, 37400)

Notes

Not wheelchair accessible

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Not stroller accessible

Not suitable for pets

Infants must not sit on laps

Not recommended for people with heart conditions

This tour starts from the city of Amboise • Tour's departure is at 9.30am (please be there 10 minutes before departure). Drop-off at the end of the day is at 6.00pm.

Lunch is not included in this tour, there will be a free-time given by the guide when passengers can buy a sandwich.