Erasmus Day at the Loire Valley Castles
Includes :
- Return transport by private bus
- Entrance to the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau
- Self-Guided Tour of Tours
- Tour leader (French/English)
Not included:
- Personal expenses
- Meals
Travel program
Tour of the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
Explore the gardens
Renaissance architecture
Reflections of the château on the Indre River
Place Plumereau
Historic Center
Half-timbered houses
Saint-Gatien Cathedral
We'll leave in the morning from Angers to visit the famous Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Our first stop is the magnificent Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, one of the most elegant castles of the French Renaissance. Built on an island in the middle of the Indre River, it seems to float on the water and offers a setting straight out of a fairy tale. You’ll be able to tour its richly furnished rooms, explore its refined architecture, and stroll through its romantic gardens.
After this journey through history, we’ll head to Tours, the capital of Touraine. You’ll have some free time to explore its historic center, its half-timbered houses, the famous Place Plumereau, its lively little streets, and its many outdoor cafes. It’s a vibrant city, perfect for lunch, a bit of shopping, or simply soaking up its friendly atmosphere.
Late in the afternoon, we headed back to Angers.
Itinerary
Tour of the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
Explore the gardens
Renaissance architecture
Reflections of the château on the Indre River
Place Plumereau
Historic Center
Half-timbered houses
Saint-Gatien Cathedral
Students talk about it better than we do
SELINA
Antonio
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ALESSANDRA
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Unforgettable destinations!
Built in the heart of the Loire Valley, the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau is one of the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture. Surrounded by water and gardens, it offers an exceptional setting where history meets elegance.
Did you know?
The castle is built on a small island in the middle of the Indre River. Its reflection in the water has earned it a reputation as one of the most photogenic castles in France.
Tours is a charming city, renowned for its heritage, its medieval center, and its lively student atmosphere. With its half-timbered houses, bustling squares, and numerous outdoor cafes, it’s the perfect place to experience the Loire Valley way of life.
Did you know?
The historic center of Tours is located in the heart of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning landscapes, charming villages, and famous castles.
Unforgettable destinations!
Built in the heart of the Loire Valley, the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau is one of the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture. Surrounded by water and gardens, it offers an exceptional setting where history meets elegance.
Did you know?
The castle is built on a small island in the middle of the Indre River. Its reflection in the water has earned it a reputation as one of the most photogenic castles in France.
Tours is a charming city, renowned for its heritage, its medieval center, and its lively student atmosphere. With its half-timbered houses, bustling squares, and numerous outdoor cafes, it’s the perfect place to experience the Loire Valley way of life.
Did you know?
The historic center of Tours is located in the heart of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning landscapes, charming villages, and famous castles.
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