This small French city is the French life you've been dreaming of!

Tired of the hustle and bustle and tourist crowds of Paris? Want to experience the real French way of life? Come to Tours! This understated and charming city holds the France of your dreams. Tours, the pearl of the Loire Valley, doesn't have the superficiality of Paris, but it does have the purest French language and the most authentic French style. Stroll along the cobblestone streets of the old town, past half-timbered medieval houses, elegant cafés, and bustling markets, and feel as if you've stepped back in time to the France of old. This is also a paradise for castle lovers! Starting from Tours, visit Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny, each one a fairytale palace, bearing witness to the glorious history of the French royal family. Cycle through the vineyards and between the castles, and experience the tranquility and romance of the French countryside.