Saumur attractions

With this ticket, you’ll get an express, skip-the-line entry into Château de Villandry and Gardens in the Loire region of Villandry. You’ll get to explore the chateau, which dates back to the 12th century. You’ll also learn how the chateau was rebuilt in the 16th-century Renaissance era, with six ornamental gardens around it. You’ll then make your way to explore the 6 massive gardens encompassing 17 acres of land around Château de Villandry. You’ll see the Renaissance garden and the vegetable garden, which are the two most popular gardens. Finally, you may also visit the other four gardens namely, the herb garden, the water garden, the maze and the sun garden.

This ticket will grant you skip-the-line access to the UNESCO-listed Fontevraud Abbey in the village of Fontevraud-l'Abbaye. You'll get the opportunity to visit the early 12th-century abbey and learn about the history of the monastic structures, which served as a royal burial place and a prison.

With this ticket, you'll gain access to the renowned Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, located in the Loire Valley, on an island in the Indre river. You'll get the opportunity to explore the 16th-century historic castle and discover the details of the early French Renaissance, mixed with Italian features in the architecture. You'll have the chance to see the luxurious interiors of the château and delve into the atmosphere of medieval France.

On this self-guided tour, you'll get fast-track access to the Royal Fortress of Chinon, a castle located on the bank of the river Vienne in Chinon. Using Histopad, a digital tablet with augmented reality, you'll get to explore the medieval fortress in an interactive way. You'll be able to immerse yourself in the history of England and France and learn about the historical figures such as Jeanne d’Arc and Richard Coeur de Lion.

10 minutes from Chinon, Château du Petit Thouars is a family-run estate where history and wine come together. You will begin with a guided walk through the vineyard, planted with Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc, and then move to the château’s 15th‑century troglodyte cellar. Back in the château courtyard you will enjoy a wine tasting with explanations. The tour and tasting may be shared with other visitors. After the tasting, your private picnic awaits at a beautifully set table prepared just for you — an invitation to slow down and savour. The lunch is generous and carefully assembled, typically including fresh salads, deli meats and cheeses, and a local Chinon dessert, paired with a bottle of the estate’s wine. Dietary requirements and allergies are happily accommodated for a small supplement. In cooler months you will be seated in a candlelit, vaulted indoor space with sheepskins and blankets. The experience is hosted by the Count and Countess, whose family have owned and cared for the estate since 1636.

This experience begins with a guided walk through the vineyard and an introduction to the château’s land. Along the way you'll hear about the history of the terroir and the grape varieties grown here, including Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. As you move through the vines, your guide will explain how the site and the grapes relate to the wines made on the estate. You will then visit the troglodyte cellar to learn about the winemaking process and the techniques used for ageing. The visit finishes in the historic tasting room, housed in the château’s former stables, where you will enjoy a full tasting of the estate’s entire range of wines. This gives you the chance to compare the different styles and to put what you’ve learned about terroir, varieties and cellar work into context.

At a château in the heart of the Loire, you will begin with a guided visit through the vineyard and cellar. Along the way you will learn how the estate’s Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc wines come to life, then take part in a full wine tasting that showcases these varieties. After the tasting, you will relax with a peaceful countryside picnic. A lovingly prepared basket will include local delicacies such as salads, deli meats, cheese and a traditional local dessert, served with a bottle of wine. You will find an elegant table set just for you, creating a moment of slow living, French charm and family hospitality in the Loire countryside. A supplement is available for gluten-free and other special dietary requirements.

Just 10 minutes from Chinon, you will arrive at Château du Petit Thouars, a family-run estate where history and wine meet. You will begin with a guided walk through the estate’s AOC Chinon vineyards, learning about the Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc vines as you move among the rows. Along the way, the setting and stories will give a sense of the Loire Valley terroir and the estate’s long connection to the land. You will then visit the château’s 15th-century troglodyte cellar before finishing in the courtyard for a wine tasting paired with local specialties. The Count and Countess, whose family have owned and cared for the estate since 1636, will host the visit and share their knowledge and passion for the French way of life and wine. Tours will be conducted in English, French and Spanish.

An Urban Escape Game offers a different way to explore a city with family or friends. You will follow a mobile application that guides you to various points of interest. Along the way you will face puzzles and missions to solve, turning sightseeing into an interactive challenge. You will play in a team of up to six people and only need your smartphone to take part. As you move through the streets, the app will direct you from one location to the next and set tasks that encourage observation, teamwork and creative thinking. The experience will let you discover neighbourhoods and landmarks while staying engaged in a playful, problem‑solving format.

In the city of your choice in France, you'll take part in an Urban Escape Game that turns a walk into an interactive adventure. You and your team—family or friends—will move around the streets while a mobile application guides you. Along the way you will solve puzzles and complete several missions that ask you to look closely at your surroundings. The experience is designed to make you see familiar places differently. As you progress, the app will point you to points of interest and neighbourhood corners that form the backdrop for each challenge. You will use observation, logic and teamwork to unlock answers and advance to the next task. The route will encourage exploration of streets, squares and local details, offering a playful way to spend time together while discovering parts of the city you might otherwise miss.

In a city of your choice in France, you will take part in an Urban Escape Game that turns a simple walk into a team adventure. You will move through streets, squares and local sights with family or friends, guided step by step by a mobile application. Along the way, the app will direct your route and present puzzles and missions to complete. As you move through the city, you will solve a series of challenges that ask you to pay attention to details in your surroundings. You will work with your team to crack clues, unlock the next stage and complete several missions. The experience will have you noticing architectural features, signs and public spaces in a new way, and it will offer an alternative way to explore urban neighbourhoods. The game will blend navigation and problem‑solving, so you will both discover parts of the city and exercise your observation and teamwork skills.

An Urban Escape Game offers a playful way to explore a city with family or friends. You will follow a mobile application that guides you to different points of interest around the area. At each stop, you’ll need to solve puzzles and carry out missions that unlock the next stage of the adventure. The experience mixes sightseeing with interactive challenges as you move through the streets. You’ll take part in the game in a team of up to six people, and you’ll only need your smartphone to play. Along the way, the app will point out notable spots and steer your route, so you’ll see the city from a fresh, game-driven perspective. The pace and focus will depend on your group, making it a flexible option for a fun outing with friends or family.

You are invited to step into the world of the château as a guest of the family. Along the way you will walk through rows of vines planted with Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc, getting a close look at the landscape and grape varieties that shape the wines. You will visit the cellar where the wines are aged in French oak and join a guided tasting that pairs the estate’s wines with delicious local bites. The tasting is presented by the family, so along with flavours and winemaking details you will experience a slice of Loire Valley life shared in a personal, welcoming setting.

This ride is the most accessible activity for young children. It is suitable from 2 years old and has no upper age restriction, so the whole family can take part. The experience is intended as a gentle way to introduce little ones to a ride environment without pressure. You will find it works well as a familiarisation experience and a moment of relaxation for everyone. Along the way, children can get used to the movement and surroundings at their own pace while adults enjoy a calm break. It’s a simple, low-key option that lets your family share a quiet, easygoing time together.

This experience offers a unique day exploring French gastronomy in the Loire Valley, centred on the historic city of Chinon. You will be in a small group and the chef will accompany you, adapting to your expectations as they make purchases at the point of sale for your lunch. Along the way, you’ll discover local specialties through the chef’s knowledge, gaining insight into regional flavours and ingredients. As you move through Chinon and the surrounding area, you will stop at a winery for a wine tasting. The chef will prepare an upgraded picnic for you to enjoy together, creating a friendly, convivial moment. You’ll also see and enjoy the chef’s tricks as they prepare and present the meal, making the picnic both tasty and memorable.