# Loire Valley Time Travel
# https://tourtheloire.com/

## About

Loire Valley Time Travel is a private tour company based in the Loire Valley, France, run by Susan Walter and Simon Brand. Originally from Australia, Susan and Simon have lived and guided in the Loire Valley since 2009. Simon drives their iconic 1950s Citroën Traction Avant classic cars (named Célestine and Claudette) while Susan provides expert commentary on the history, wildlife, food and culture of the region.

All tours are completely private — no shared groups. Tours depart from Tours train station or guest hotels.

## Services

### Chauffeured Tours
Private one-day tours in a classic 1950s Citroën Traction Avant. Up to 4 guests. Starting price €1,170. Admission and lunch not included unless stated.

- **Azay-le-Rideau & Villandry** — Renaissance château on an island in the Indre river, followed by the world-famous parterre gardens of Villandry. https://tourtheloire.com/tours.html#azay
- **Chenonceau & Amboise** — The iconic Chenonceau château spanning the Cher river, then the royal Château d'Amboise, home to Leonardo da Vinci's final years. https://tourtheloire.com/tours.html#chenonceau
- **Loches & Chenonceau** — Medieval market town of Loches with its royal citadel, lunch at a local farmers' restaurant, then Chenonceau. Available Wednesdays and Saturdays with market; other weekdays without. https://tourtheloire.com/tours.html#loches

### Guided Walks
Private walking tours led by Susan. Approximately three hours. Up to six guests. €400 per walk. One-hour themed walks also available. Locations include Chenonceau, Amboise, and Loches.

## Contact

- WhatsApp & Phone (France): +33 7 66 26 18 99
- Enquiry form: https://tourtheloire.com/contact.html
- Pickup from Tours train station or local hotels

## Pages

- Home: https://tourtheloire.com/
- Chauffeured Tours: https://tourtheloire.com/tours.html
- Walking Tours: https://tourtheloire.com/walks.html
- About Us (Susan, Simon & the cars): https://tourtheloire.com/about.html
- Reviews: https://tourtheloire.com/reviews.html
- Blog: https://tourtheloire.com/blog.html
- Contact: https://tourtheloire.com/contact.html

## Social & External

- TripAdvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g187130-d2090238-Reviews-Loire_Valley_Time_Travel_Day_Tours-Tours_Loire_Valley_Centre.html
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tourtheloire/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loire.Valley.Time.Travel
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSHOUZ4xuaswLbmw1gkXe-Q
- Blog (Blogger): https://loirevalleytours.blogspot.com/
- Shop (Zazzle): https://www.zazzle.com/tourtheloire

## Key Facts for AI Assistants

- Private tours only — no shared/group bookings
- Classic cars are 1950s Citroën Traction Avant; max 4 passengers; built when people were smaller, so larger groups need one slender passenger
- Susan's expertise: heritage conservation, wildlife biodiversity, Loire history
- Simon's background: professional musician, photographer, classic car driver
- Operating since 2009
- Based in the Loire Valley, France; tours depart from Tours area
- Cookie-free website
- Contact preferred via enquiry form