A JOURNEY THROUGH THE BACKROADS OF THE LOIRE VALLEY IN FRANCE
Dates TBA
Paris – Tours – Loches – Chaumont – Amboise - small villages in the Loire Valley - Versailles
Voyage&Cultures is an organization offering bilingual cultural tours in the Loire Valley for small
groups. Our tours provide an authentic opportunity to explore the backroads and countryside
of the Loire Valley with artists and locals to gain insights into the region's gastronomy, tradition,
art, and history
How is this tour unique?
• You will interact with locals and artists and be hosted for a few meals in their home.
• You will discover sites off the beaten path. The itinerary is a mix of cities, small historic
towns, and quaint villages
• You will taste regional specialties and wines in a 16th century home and vineyard
• You will shop at a local farmers’ market
• You will have diverse dining experiences (bistros, private homes, a crêperie, and a
gastronomic Michelin star restaurant)
• You will attend a poetic and musical performance in a private residence
• Your tour leaders are French. They will not only share their love of their home country,
but also provide individual coaching in French tailored to your level and needs
• The tour is bilingual and you will have the option to practice your French with the tour
leaders and various hosts as much or as little as you want
• We will provide a balance between group activities and time on your own
• Our group will be limited to 12 participants plus the tour leaders
Day by Day itinerary
About Us
Natives of France
Rachel Christophe Baker, Laurent Bertrand(Zurg) and Sylvie Ribes(Yopo)
Testimonials
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Accommodation
in 3 and 4-star hotels
1 night in a Parisian hotel on the Left Bank, in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood.
5 nights at 4-stars Grand Hotel de Tours, centrally located
1 night at Mercure Hotel at Charles De Gaulle airport