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La Rochelle: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise

Embark on boat trip on a maxi-catamaran of 16 meters. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of la Rochelle. After a welcome speech, you will sail up the channel, looking one last time at the city in full daylight. Admire the Richelieu Tower and the harbour of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails as the sun come down. Set up your picnic if you brought one and take in the views of the ocean as the sun sets on the horizon.  Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes and history, or to ask questions about the boat. Start up a conversation to get to know the other passengers.  Once the sun has set, you will slowly start your way back, enjoying the lights of the city at night. You will arrive at the dock after passing between the two towers of the old harbor.

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

Get on board a sailing catamaran cruise from La Rochelle with a qualified captain and crew and set off to explore Fort Boyard. Sail through the islands as the wind blows and the tides rise and fall. Board your superb 16-meter sailing catamaran at the old harbor of La Rochelle. After the welcome briefing, cross La Rochelle Bay admiring the Richelieu Tower and the Sailing Harbour of Les Minimes. Once outside the channel, the crew will establish the sails and direct the catamaran through the islands to the legendary Fort Boyard. Sit back and enjoy the views or eat your picnic if you brought one with you.  Once at the Fort, you will sail around it, trying to approach it as much as possible in order to get the best views and photo opportunities.  On the way back, relax in the big trampolines under the sky. Enjoy the smooth rocking from the sea. Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes, the history, or the boat. Arrive back at the dock with a head full of memories and a photo album full of wonderful pictures.

La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

Start the day with a breath of fresh and salty air on a sailing tour. Meet at the dock, right in front of the two towers of the old harbor. Once aboard the 16-meter maxi-catamaran, the crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail. Head up the channel, admiring the different landmarks of the bay such as the Richelieu Tower, the sailing harbor of Les Minimes, or the "end of the world" lighthouse. Once out in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and stop the engines. Generally in the morning, the sea is quiet and few sailboats roam the sea. Take in the peaceful atmosphere, lie down on the trampolines, and let the waves rock you gently. Chat to the crew to learn more about the local environment, history, and nautical lifestyle. You will be back at the dock just before lunch, after one last parade between the old towers.

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

Head out on a boat trip on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran and admire the La Rochelle coast. Your crew will be able to tell you about the local landscapes and history and also a bit more about the boat itself. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of La Rochelle. After an introduction, you will sail up the channel, admiring the Richelieu Tower and the harbor of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails for you to relax and soak up the views. Enjoy an apéritif if you brought one and take in views of the ocean, enjoying the lights of the end of the afternoon.

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

Meet at the Kapalouest pontoon, just in front of the old port, and start your sailing excursion. Once aboard the Columbus, the crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail. Sail along the channel admiring various monuments on the bay including, the Richelieu tower and the bout du monde lighthouse. Once in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and shut down the engines. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and let the waves gently rock you. Chat with the crew and learn about the local environment, history, and the nautical way of life. You will be back at the dock after 3-hours, after a final passage between the two towers. The Columbus is a sailboat full of history and maritime heritage. This large 18-meter monohull was built in La Rochelle in the PINTA shipyards. Its first vocation was ocean racing since it participated in the Vendée Globe with the skipper and Rochelais owner Jean-Yves Terlain in 1992. In the early 2000s, the ship was transformed into an expedition sailboat dedicated to safeguarding the marine environment. It is best known for its numerous missions in defense of the environment and oceans with the Sea Shepherd, WWF, and BLOOM. Today it continues to charm and raise awareness among the general public when hosting its passengers in La Rochelle.

Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

The Discovery Walking Tour is the best way to get a rounded overview of La Rochelle in only 2 hours. It covers the key history of La Rochelle including its origins and how it came to be the unique city it is today. We stop at the most important sights to see including the 3 famous Towers, the Fort des Dames, the clock tower and the oldest working town hall in France – La Rochelle’s beautiful Hotel De Ville. But this is not just a history tour, we also talk about modern day culture in France and give lots of tips on the best things to do and see while you are here, especially for non-french speakers. And of course because we are in France, the home of gastronomy, we talk a lot about food and drink and concentrate a lot on the specialities of the region to try while you are here and if we are lucky, we might even get a taste of the famous Pineau De Charentes while we are on the tour! So if you are someone who really likes to get under the skin of a city and discover the real La Rochelle, then go head and book your tour now.

La Rochelle : Private Custom Walking Tour With a Local Guide

La Rochelle : Private Custom Walking Tour With a Local Guide

Make La Rochelle more accessible by exploring the city with a local on a private, customizable walking tour. Learn about La Rochelle, its landmarks, and local life as you wander around the city's streets with your guide. Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8-hour tour options to suit your needs. Enjoy a private tour for just you and your group, and gain a deeper insight into La Rochelle life than would be possible alone. Get contacted by your guide before your tour so they have a feel for your interests and tastes, ensuring you only visit the places you are interested in. Then, see La Rochelle through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems on your guided walking tour.

La Rochelle: Outdoor Escape Game The Pearl of La Rochelle

La Rochelle: Outdoor Escape Game The Pearl of La Rochelle

The city becomes your playground with Escape the City: a mix between treasure hunt and outdoor escape game. As a team, look for clues throughout the streets and use logic to solve the puzzles. Let yourself be guided by your game master throughout the adventure, (re)discover the city and have fun! THE PEARL OF LA ROCHELLE The sea is rough, the wind has picked up, danger hovers above La Rochelle. The giant Kraken, dormant for centuries, threatens the city. Accompany Mermaid Ariesea through La Rochelle and solve the puzzles that will allow you to save the city. ‍♀️ As a team, explore the streets and the old port looking for clues.

La Rochelle: Private custom tour with a local guide

La Rochelle: Private custom tour with a local guide

La Rochelle can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private, customized tour. Your guide contacts you beforehand to get a feel for your interests and tastes to ensure that you only visit the places you are interested in. As you explore the city, your guide shares insights into local life forming a clearer picture of La Rochelle's culture. - Private tour for just you and your group - Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality - Get a deeper insight into La Rochelle life than possible alone - See La Rochelle through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-hour tour options.

The Opulence of La Rochelle Merchants in the 18th Century

The Opulence of La Rochelle Merchants in the 18th Century

Let yourself be enchanted by an immersive tour where the majestic cathedral comes to life, discover the ancient trades, craftsmanship, and relive the historical anecdotes that shaped this city. Set out to explore the free city of the Holy Roman Empire, admire the impressive city walls and towers that bear witness to Strasbourg's power and independence during this medieval period. Immerse yourself in the history of this prosperous little republic, with its bustling harbor, lively market stalls, and abundant granaries. Finally, the highlight of this experience will be gazing upon the world's tallest tower proudly standing at the heart of this medieval city. Your guide, Jeanne, is the daughter of a master carpenter, and from a young age, she has had immeasurable admiration for the work of the cathedral's craftsmen. Even though she is not directly involved in the construction work, she plays a crucial role in the daily progress of the site, serving her master and the entire guild. This interactive tour will offer you an immersive and captivating experience of medieval life in Strasbourg, through the unique perspective and experience of Jeanne. Come and live this timeless adventure and dive into the fascinating history of Strasbourg.

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La Rochelle: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise

Embark on boat trip on a maxi-catamaran of 16 meters. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of la Rochelle. After a welcome speech, you will sail up the channel, looking one last time at the city in full daylight. Admire the Richelieu Tower and the harbour of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails as the sun come down. Set up your picnic if you brought one and take in the views of the ocean as the sun sets on the horizon.  Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes and history, or to ask questions about the boat. Start up a conversation to get to know the other passengers.  Once the sun has set, you will slowly start your way back, enjoying the lights of the city at night. You will arrive at the dock after passing between the two towers of the old harbor.

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

From La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

Get on board a sailing catamaran cruise from La Rochelle with a qualified captain and crew and set off to explore Fort Boyard. Sail through the islands as the wind blows and the tides rise and fall. Board your superb 16-meter sailing catamaran at the old harbor of La Rochelle. After the welcome briefing, cross La Rochelle Bay admiring the Richelieu Tower and the Sailing Harbour of Les Minimes. Once outside the channel, the crew will establish the sails and direct the catamaran through the islands to the legendary Fort Boyard. Sit back and enjoy the views or eat your picnic if you brought one with you.  Once at the Fort, you will sail around it, trying to approach it as much as possible in order to get the best views and photo opportunities.  On the way back, relax in the big trampolines under the sky. Enjoy the smooth rocking from the sea. Have a chat with the crew to learn more about the local landscapes, the history, or the boat. Arrive back at the dock with a head full of memories and a photo album full of wonderful pictures.

La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Coastline Sailing Cruise

Start the day with a breath of fresh and salty air on a sailing tour. Meet at the dock, right in front of the two towers of the old harbor. Once aboard the 16-meter maxi-catamaran, the crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail. Head up the channel, admiring the different landmarks of the bay such as the Richelieu Tower, the sailing harbor of Les Minimes, or the "end of the world" lighthouse. Once out in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and stop the engines. Generally in the morning, the sea is quiet and few sailboats roam the sea. Take in the peaceful atmosphere, lie down on the trampolines, and let the waves rock you gently. Chat to the crew to learn more about the local environment, history, and nautical lifestyle. You will be back at the dock just before lunch, after one last parade between the old towers.

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

Head out on a boat trip on a 16-meter maxi-catamaran and admire the La Rochelle coast. Your crew will be able to tell you about the local landscapes and history and also a bit more about the boat itself. Meet at the dock located in front of the 2 historic towers of La Rochelle. After an introduction, you will sail up the channel, admiring the Richelieu Tower and the harbor of Les Minimes on the way. Once at sea, the crew will stop the engine and open the sails for you to relax and soak up the views. Enjoy an apéritif if you brought one and take in views of the ocean, enjoying the lights of the end of the afternoon.

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

Meet at the Kapalouest pontoon, just in front of the old port, and start your sailing excursion. Once aboard the Columbus, the crew will give a quick safety briefing before setting sail. Sail along the channel admiring various monuments on the bay including, the Richelieu tower and the bout du monde lighthouse. Once in the bay, the crew will unfurl the sails and shut down the engines. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and let the waves gently rock you. Chat with the crew and learn about the local environment, history, and the nautical way of life. You will be back at the dock after 3-hours, after a final passage between the two towers. The Columbus is a sailboat full of history and maritime heritage. This large 18-meter monohull was built in La Rochelle in the PINTA shipyards. Its first vocation was ocean racing since it participated in the Vendée Globe with the skipper and Rochelais owner Jean-Yves Terlain in 1992. In the early 2000s, the ship was transformed into an expedition sailboat dedicated to safeguarding the marine environment. It is best known for its numerous missions in defense of the environment and oceans with the Sea Shepherd, WWF, and BLOOM. Today it continues to charm and raise awareness among the general public when hosting its passengers in La Rochelle.

Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle

The Discovery Walking Tour is the best way to get a rounded overview of La Rochelle in only 2 hours. It covers the key history of La Rochelle including its origins and how it came to be the unique city it is today. We stop at the most important sights to see including the 3 famous Towers, the Fort des Dames, the clock tower and the oldest working town hall in France – La Rochelle’s beautiful Hotel De Ville. But this is not just a history tour, we also talk about modern day culture in France and give lots of tips on the best things to do and see while you are here, especially for non-french speakers. And of course because we are in France, the home of gastronomy, we talk a lot about food and drink and concentrate a lot on the specialities of the region to try while you are here and if we are lucky, we might even get a taste of the famous Pineau De Charentes while we are on the tour! So if you are someone who really likes to get under the skin of a city and discover the real La Rochelle, then go head and book your tour now.

La Rochelle : Private Custom Walking Tour With a Local Guide

La Rochelle : Private Custom Walking Tour With a Local Guide

Make La Rochelle more accessible by exploring the city with a local on a private, customizable walking tour. Learn about La Rochelle, its landmarks, and local life as you wander around the city's streets with your guide. Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8-hour tour options to suit your needs. Enjoy a private tour for just you and your group, and gain a deeper insight into La Rochelle life than would be possible alone. Get contacted by your guide before your tour so they have a feel for your interests and tastes, ensuring you only visit the places you are interested in. Then, see La Rochelle through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems on your guided walking tour.

La Rochelle: Outdoor Escape Game The Pearl of La Rochelle

La Rochelle: Outdoor Escape Game The Pearl of La Rochelle

The city becomes your playground with Escape the City: a mix between treasure hunt and outdoor escape game. As a team, look for clues throughout the streets and use logic to solve the puzzles. Let yourself be guided by your game master throughout the adventure, (re)discover the city and have fun! THE PEARL OF LA ROCHELLE The sea is rough, the wind has picked up, danger hovers above La Rochelle. The giant Kraken, dormant for centuries, threatens the city. Accompany Mermaid Ariesea through La Rochelle and solve the puzzles that will allow you to save the city. ‍♀️ As a team, explore the streets and the old port looking for clues.

La Rochelle: Private custom tour with a local guide

La Rochelle: Private custom tour with a local guide

La Rochelle can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private, customized tour. Your guide contacts you beforehand to get a feel for your interests and tastes to ensure that you only visit the places you are interested in. As you explore the city, your guide shares insights into local life forming a clearer picture of La Rochelle's culture. - Private tour for just you and your group - Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality - Get a deeper insight into La Rochelle life than possible alone - See La Rochelle through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-hour tour options.

The Opulence of La Rochelle Merchants in the 18th Century

The Opulence of La Rochelle Merchants in the 18th Century

Let yourself be enchanted by an immersive tour where the majestic cathedral comes to life, discover the ancient trades, craftsmanship, and relive the historical anecdotes that shaped this city. Set out to explore the free city of the Holy Roman Empire, admire the impressive city walls and towers that bear witness to Strasbourg's power and independence during this medieval period. Immerse yourself in the history of this prosperous little republic, with its bustling harbor, lively market stalls, and abundant granaries. Finally, the highlight of this experience will be gazing upon the world's tallest tower proudly standing at the heart of this medieval city. Your guide, Jeanne, is the daughter of a master carpenter, and from a young age, she has had immeasurable admiration for the work of the cathedral's craftsmen. Even though she is not directly involved in the construction work, she plays a crucial role in the daily progress of the site, serving her master and the entire guild. This interactive tour will offer you an immersive and captivating experience of medieval life in Strasbourg, through the unique perspective and experience of Jeanne. Come and live this timeless adventure and dive into the fascinating history of Strasbourg.

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Our guide, John, was a mine of information which he shared with us all in a very informative but relaxing way. Top class! He handled all iur questions with ease and even dished out sweets to those who solved his riddles. We were even treated to an od hoc pineau sampling. All in all a great experience with a very knowledgeable, friendly guide. Take a bow, John👏

Frequently travel to La Rochelle and this is the first tour we have done. Very informative and interesting. Fantastic tour guide, John, who obviously loves the city and knows all the history and local culture. Throughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend. Thanks John.

A cute story that allows you to discover La Rochelle and enjoy the details that we would not have seen. We had a lot of fun solving the puzzles!

the weather was not good at first but it still offered us a beautiful sunset and the crew was really great! great atmosphere I recommend

Absolutely amazing! John gave a fantastic tour, sharing detailed insights about the city and its history. Very informative and fun tour