The Loire: between cultural immersion, traditional folklore and local flavors (port-to-port cruise)

5 days

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Start and end in Nantes

4.3 (485 reviews)

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Platinum Operator: CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome cocktail
Landmarks
Saint-Nazaire
Day 2
Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Loire River
- Onboard entertainment activity featuring regional musical heritage
- Tasting of typical local products from the region
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Maison des Paludiers interpretation center in Guérande (immersive experience with projections, educational film, and salt-worker guide discussions on water management, crystallization techniques, and salt harvesting)
- Lunch at a local crêperie
Landmarks
Maison des Paludiers
Loire River
Day 3
Nantes to Ancenis
Nantes to Ancenis
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Ancenis
- Loire culture and traditions activity with fun challenges
- Evening of tales and legends with local folk group featuring regional folklore and traditional music
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Castle of the Dukes of Brittany and Nantes Cathedral (exterior view)
Landmarks
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany
Nantes Cathedral
Day 4
Ancenis - Langeais Castle and Fontevraud Abbey
Ancenis - Langeais Castle and Fontevraud Abbey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Coach excursion to Château de Langeais
- Guided tour of Château de Langeais
- Lunch at a restaurant
- Guided tour of Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontevraud
- Onboard entertainment in the evening
Landmarks
Château de Langeais
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontevraud
Day 5
Nantes
Nantes
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast on board)

Landmarks
Saint-Nazaire

Landmarks
Maison des Paludiers
Loire River

Landmarks
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany
Nantes Cathedral

Landmarks
Château de Langeais
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontevraud

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Meals
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CroisiEurope River Cruises

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Rating: 4.3 (485 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 88%
Cancellation policy

CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship

MS Loire Princesse
This ultra modern boat cruise has been built in 2014 and it features an impressive contemporary design inside and out, with large ceiling… Read more
Built
2015
Guests
96
Length
80m
Width
11m
Staterooms
48
Electricity
220v
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

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4.3

Stephen4.0•August 2026
It was a relaxing cruise, great food and a comfortable cabin. Due to extreme heat, we only managed the night tour and...
It was a relaxing cruise, great food and a comfortable cabin. Due to extreme heat, we only managed the night tour and some time on our own at the lowest port. The rest of the time was on deck in the shade or enjoying refreshments in the lounge. Our only concern was that we purchased the cruise with the understanding that it was an English cruise but in reality it was all French with only 4 English speaking persons aboard. The Staff tried their best to include us But we mostly could not hear the announcements over the noise of the other passengers enjoying themselves!Show more
Colin4.2•August 2026
Quite a good trip and value for money. It was quite tight at the restaurant for meals but not bad. Inclusive drinks...
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Margaret5.0•August 2026
a wonderful cruise with complimentary lectures and guides covering the impressionist painter and where they painted

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The Loire: between cultural immersion, traditional folklore and local flavors (port-to-port cruise)

Itinerary

Nantes to Saint-Nazaire

Included Activities

Saint-Nazaire to Nantes

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Nantes to Ancenis

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ancenis - Langeais Castle and Fontevraud Abbey

Included Activities

Nantes

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