Loire Valley Castles: Self-Guided Tour with Audio Guide
Description
The TouringBee audio guide is a mobile companion designed to assist you in planning a self-guided journey through the castles of the Loire Valley. Whether you're traveling by car, public transportation, or bicycle, this guide has you covered. It includes brief walking tours of the major towns in the valley, along with audio commentary on renowned castles and the historical events linked to them. Admire the exteriors of the majestic castles and make an informed decision about whether to venture inside.
The audio guide provides narration about the following castles (please note that actual visits to the castles are not included):
Meung-sur-Loire, Beaugency, Chambord, Blois, Cheverny, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceau, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Montrichard, Tours, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, Usse, Chinon, Abbey of Fontevraud, Breze, Saumur, Brissac, Angers, and other ancient sights.
This is a self-guided tour, so there's no need to stick with a group. A convenient map in the mobile app, powered by GPS, will guide you to your destination. Audio commentary at each point serves as your personal guide, ensuring an intimate exploration of this beautiful region without any interruptions.
The tour includes 50 audio recordings, all written by a professional historian. These narrations provide not only historical context but also share legends, traditions, and amusing anecdotes about the city . After this tour, you'll have a deeper understanding of how the history of the Loire Valley has evolved over the centuries and why it is home to so many stunning castles.
The audio guide provides narration about the following castles (please note that actual visits to the castles are not included):
Meung-sur-Loire, Beaugency, Chambord, Blois, Cheverny, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceau, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Montrichard, Tours, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, Usse, Chinon, Abbey of Fontevraud, Breze, Saumur, Brissac, Angers, and other ancient sights.
This is a self-guided tour, so there's no need to stick with a group. A convenient map in the mobile app, powered by GPS, will guide you to your destination. Audio commentary at each point serves as your personal guide, ensuring an intimate exploration of this beautiful region without any interruptions.
The tour includes 50 audio recordings, all written by a professional historian. These narrations provide not only historical context but also share legends, traditions, and amusing anecdotes about the city . After this tour, you'll have a deeper understanding of how the history of the Loire Valley has evolved over the centuries and why it is home to so many stunning castles.
Included
- Audio guide app for iPhone and Android.
- Offline map featuring routes for effortless GPS navigation.
- 50 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian.
- Landmark illustrations
- One-year access to the tour in your preferred language.
Excluded
- In-person tour guide
- Smartphone and headphones
- Entry tickets and audio guides for inside the castle
- Transportation
- Food and Beverages
Know before you go
- The tour begins at Place du Martroi in Orleans.
- This is a self-guided tour, so there will be no guide present at the meeting point.
- Open the TouringBee app, initiate the Loire Valley Castle Tour, and proceed along the designated route.
- Make sure your smartphone is fully charged before the walk, or bring a power bank with you.
- Opt for comfortable shoes and ensure you're protected from the sun. Do not take heavy bags with you.
- This is a self-guided tour, so there will be no guide present at the meeting point.
- Open the TouringBee app, initiate the Loire Valley Castle Tour, and proceed along the designated route.
- Make sure your smartphone is fully charged before the walk, or bring a power bank with you.
- Opt for comfortable shoes and ensure you're protected from the sun. Do not take heavy bags with you.
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Supplier:
TouringBee Ltd