Traditional boat trip on the Loire from Saumur

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1 hr
Everybody welcome
From 12 years-old and up
From€16

Come aboard an authentic traditional boat on the canals of the Loire, departing from Saumur!

Come aboard an authentic traditional boat on the canals of the Loire, departing from Saumur!

Join your captains, Emilie and Vincent, who will be delighted to guide you on this adventure on the waters of the Loire. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's also the second longest river in France! Enjoy a relaxing blend of natural landscapes and a rich cultural life.

In the heart of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park, a Natura 2000 protected area covering 116 communes, you'll be overwhelmed by the beauty of the surroundings, and your guide will help you discover the flora and fauna of the Loire. Set off on a superb adventure on a traditional boat trip aboard La Nonchalante, a perfect replica of a local barge restored by your pilot, or aboard La Mademoiselle, an authentic sand barges.

Accompanied by your guide, Vincent, who is passionate about inland waterway transport and knows all there is to know about the Loire region, he will take great pleasure in helping you discover the cultural and historical stories of this royal river and the region.

Enjoy an hour's excursion on a traditional boat departing from Saumur, and end the day on a positive note with a glass of Crémant or a glass of fruit juice.

Tranquillity, nature and culture will be the watchwords of your traditional boat trip on the Loire, so don't wait and think about booking your activity now with Loire Evasion!

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Practical information

Activity requirements

Please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

This activity is not accessible to people with motor disabilities.

This activity is free for children under the age of 4.

Meeting point:
Loire Evasion, Quai Lucien Gautier, 49400 Saumur
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Local guide
  • Glass of Crémant or fruit juice
Do not forget to bring
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat

Reviews

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4.7/5

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Matt J., United Kingdom — 09/08/2024
5/5
Fantastic relaxing experience, learning any the history of shipping on the Loire while having a glass of champagne.
Julius H., United States — 21/10/2024
4/5
Great short 1 hour trip on the Loire River explaining some of the history of the region
Catherine S., France — 23/06/2024
5/5
un guide et un capitaine top beaucoup d'humour . Bateau très bien aménagé A recommander
Laurent B., France — 19/09/2024
5/5
Intéressant et relaxant
Anzmia S., France — 12/07/2024
5/5
Agréable sortie en bateau

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