4 days in Loire Valley Itinerary

Famous for its original medieval district, Tours is famous for its cafes that serve regional wines and interesting architectural bridges crossing the river Loire.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tours: Blois (Chateau Royal de Blois & Maison de l'Acrobate), Amboise (Chateau Royal d'Amboise & Le Chateau du Clos Luce - Parc Leonardo da Vinci) and Chateau de Chambord (in Chambord). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Cathedrale Saint-Gatien, admire the masterpieces at Galerie David d'Angers, and step into the grandiose world of Chateau d'Angers ouvert.

To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Tours tour builder.

Manchester, UK to Tours is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Manchester in August, with highs in Tours at 29°C and lows at 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.