Taxi Tours → Amboise
Into the heart of the Renaissance and the Loire châteaux
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Distance
25 km
Duration
25 min
Estimated price
35 — 50 €
Availability
24/7
Amboise is one of the jewels of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This charming town of 13,000 inhabitants overlooks the Loire from its rocky promontory, crowned by the Royal Château d'Amboise, the favourite residence of Charles VIII and Francis I. It was here that King Francis I invited Leonardo da Vinci to settle at the Clos Lucé in 1516, where the Tuscan genius spent the last three years of his life. The journey from Tours follows the banks of the Loire, passing through the Touraine-Amboise wine appellation vineyards. The town boasts a remarkably preserved medieval setting with its cobblestone streets, troglodyte houses and lively market on Friday and Sunday mornings. The Royal Château overlooks the town and offers exceptional panoramic views of the valley.
Route
Route Tours → Amboise
From Tours, the route follows the D751 along the south bank of the Loire, offering splendid views of the royal river. You will pass through Montlouis-sur-Loire, renowned for its sparkling white wines, before skirting the vine-covered hillsides. The route passes through the Amboise forest before arriving in the town centre. Alternatively, the A10 motorway offers a faster journey (exit 18 Amboise) but without the poetry of the Loire riverside. The driver will drop you at the foot of the château or directly at the Clos Lucé, depending on your schedule. The D751 route also passes through the village of Lussault-sur-Loire where you can glimpse the Chanteloup Pagoda, an 18th-century vestige.
Main route: D751 / A10 — Gratuit par D751
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Tours → Amboise
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Tours → Amboise route
Plan a full day to visit Amboise: the Royal Château in the morning (opens 9am), the Clos Lucé in the afternoon with its park of Leonardo's machines. In summer, book tickets online to skip the queue. Amboise market runs on Friday and Sunday mornings on the Loire quays: perfect for buying Tours rillettes and Sainte-Maure goat cheese. Wine lovers should ask the driver to stop at a Montlouis-sur-Loire cellar. The return can include a detour via Chenonceau (15 km from Amboise) to maximize your château day.
Tolls: Gratuit par D751
Pricing
Taxi fare Tours → Amboise
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
35 — 50 €
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
40 — 57 €
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
39 — 55 €
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Tours to Amboise?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER train from Tours to Amboise costs about €5.90 and takes 20 minutes, but Amboise station is a 15-minute walk from the château. The Rémi bus (line C) offers connections at €2.50 but runs infrequently. By taxi, you are picked up from your Tours hotel and dropped directly at the château or Clos Lucé — ideal with children or in rainy weather. A taxi also lets you combine several visits in one day.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
35 — 50 €
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
65 €
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
See also
Similar routes
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Tours → Amboise
The fare is €35 to €50 depending on the time and day. The price is fixed at booking, all-inclusive. A van for 5-7 passengers is available at €65.
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