Private Day Trip Departing from Saumur

Saumur, France

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7 Hours

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Offered in: English, French

Overview

Embark on a side-rant experience!
Gentle and original walk to discover Saumur, a town steeped in history and ideal for exploring the vineyards, the castles of Montsoreau, Chinon, Ussé, Langeais, or even Azay-le-Rideau. This walk will also take you to some of the prettiest villages in France, such as Candes-Saint-Martin or Chouzé-sur-Loire.
Vintage atmosphere guaranteed for the prettiest walk in Val-de-Loire
The sidecar is undoubtedly the most suitable and original way to appreciate the magnificent landscapes. Very comfortable and accessible to everyone, it will be suitable for families, friends, looking for adventure or gentle transport.

What's Included

Private transportation
Visit to the castle of Azay-le-Rideau
Visit of the Clos between the walls
Mandatory equipment (helmet and gloves)
Pilot-guide

Lunch

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

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I will wait for you with your coach on the sidewalk, in front of the Tourist Office

Start time

10:00 AM

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Saumur

Nestled in the heart of the Angevin vineyards, the medieval town of Saumur, nicknamed the pearl of Anjou, immediately seduces the eye with its magnificent castle, watching over the prestigious Loire valley from the top of its turrets.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Montsoreau

Between Anjou and Touraine, Montsoreau is located in the heart of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park. Classified among “The Most Beautiful Villages in France”. Its castle is the only castle in the Loire built in the bed of the royal river.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Candes-Saint-Martin

Candes-Saint-Martin is the homeland of Saint Martin, bishop of Tours, who died there in 397, on the very site of the current collegiate church. Classified as "The Most Beautiful Village in France", Candes-Saint-Martin is located at the confluence of the Loire and the Vienne which you can discover from a pretty viewpoint

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinon

Discover the picturesque streets of the old town of Chinon, its half-timbered houses, its lively squares and its medieval atmosphere. The Royal Fortress of Chinon was built in the 10th century and was the site of many historical events. important. The medieval castle, which is the centerpiece, was the residence of King Henry II of England and his son Richard the Lionheart. It offers a panoramic view of the city and the Vienne valley.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rigny-Usse

Nicknamed the "Sleeping Beauty" castle, the Ussé castle was built from the 15th to the 18th century, on the banks of the Indre. The Château d'Ussé is the only private château of the great châteaux of the Loire to still be inhabited by the same family for more than two centuries. Furnished and inhabited by its owner, the Duke of Blacas, it also has beautiful French gardens and a Renaissance chapel.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Azay-le-Rideau

Built in 1527, the castle of Azay-le-Rideau is a marvel of grace and whiteness, dominated by turrets which still recall the medieval era. Built partially on the Indre, this jewel has one of the first staircases with a straight banister - Italian style -, a decor and furniture of great richness which are distinguished by exceptional quality and a magnificent set of tapestries from the 16th and 17th centuries. Around the building, an 8 ha English-style park was created from 1810. Azay-le Rideau is also home to the Château de l'Islette, which housed the loves of Camille Claudel and Rodin.

2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Langeais

The Château de Langeais, both a fortress and a princely residence, conceals multiple treasures: sculpted furniture, rich hangings, objects of art recall the life of the great lords. The reconstruction of the secret marriage of Charles VIII and Anne of Brittany which marks the attachment of the duchy to the crown of France and the remains of the oldest stone keep located in the heart of the park take you back to the times of the Middle Ages.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chouze-sur-Loire

A small town on the banks of the Loire, it has had a prestigious past thanks to river navigation. Former port at the time of the sailing navy, it has preserved its quay

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation time between the various attractions is estimated at approximately 3 hours. You will be able to enjoy the pretty landscapes, comfortably installed in your magnificent sidecar
2 passengers can board per sidecar

Operated by RETRO TOUR CHÂTEAUX DE LA LOIRE

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Product code: 145340P14