Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
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Anywhere Campers ToursToursView map
Campervan hire in Tours puts you at the heart of the Loire Valley: Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau and Chinon to the west, Amboise and Chenonceau to the east, then Cheverny, Blois and Chambord on the edge of the Sologne. Between two châteaux, you can stop at the cellars dug into the tufa hillsides of Vouvray or Montlouis. 2 partner companies offer motorhomes, campervans and camper vans there: Anywhere Campers and Avis Explore.
Before setting off, take time for old Tours, Place Plumereau and its half-timbered houses: the city, set between the Loire and the Cher, also opens the road to the Loir Valley and the Berry.
2 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Tours?
Avis Explore Rental company category:Standard
Public rating of the rental company: 4.1/5 (506 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.1/5 506 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Avis Car Away c/o Sud Loire CaravanesZone industrielle de Martigny, 37210 Parçay-MeslayView map
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Tours
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €327/day median €330/day | from €349/day median €352/day | from €395/day median €398/day | from €335/day median €338/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €339/day median €356/day | from €355/day median €371/day | from €407/day median €418/day | from €346/day median €357/day |
| Large motorhome | from €344/day median €347/day | from €360/day median €363/day | from €407/day median €409/day | from €352/day median €355/day |
Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Tours
1 Touraine châteaux, from Villandry to Chinon
- Tours
- Villandry
- Azay-le-Rideau
- Ussé
- Chinon
- Bourgueil
- Langeais
- Tours
West of Tours, the terraced gardens of Villandry lead to Azay-le-Rideau, set on the Indre, then Ussé, said to have inspired Sleeping Beauty. Chinon and its royal fortress overlook the Vienne amid the vineyards; the way back follows the Loire via Bourgueil and the fortified castle of Langeais. In these narrow villages, use the signposted car parks at the entrance.
- Distance
- about 130 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Vouvray, Chenonceau, Chambord and the Blois area to Orléans
- Tours
- Vouvray
- Amboise
- Chenonceau
- Cheverny
- Blois
- Chambord
- Beaugency
- Orléans
Head east through the Vouvray hillsides and their troglodyte cellars, then Amboise, its royal château and the Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's last home. Chenonceau spans the Cher a little further south. You then reach Cheverny, Blois and the vast wooded estate of Chambord, at the gateway to the Sologne, before Beaugency and Orléans, another departure city of our partners.
- Distance
- about 180 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Low-profile motorhome or campervan
3 Loches, Valençay and George Sand's Berry
- Tours
- Loches
- Valençay
- Bourges
- Nohant
- La Châtre
To the south-east, the royal town of Loches keeps its keep and ramparts above the Indre. Valençay and its Renaissance château open onto the Berry, its goat's cheeses and quiet roads, as far as Bourges and its Gothic cathedral. The trip ends at Nohant, George Sand's house, and in La Châtre, another departure city of our partners.
- Distance
- about 260 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Tours?
Best time
May, June, September and October
May to June, September to October
highs 18 to 24 °C, lows 10 to 15 °C
The best months for a château tour from Tours: long days in May and June, the gardens of Villandry and Chenonceau in bloom, then the grape harvest in the Vouvray and Chinon vineyards in September and October. October is the wettest month of the year: keep an indoor visit in reserve.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 26 °C, lows 16 °C
Peak season in the Loire Valley: very busy châteaux, full campsites along the Loire and the Cher, and warm but rarely stifling afternoons. Visit Chenonceau or Chambord at opening time, book tickets and pitches in advance, and enjoy the evening visits some châteaux offer in summer.
March and April
March to April
highs 13 to 16 °C, lows 5 to 7 °C
Spring comes early in Touraine, but nights stay cool and showers are frequent in March. The châteaux return to their seasonal opening hours and crowds are thin: a good time for the Loir Valley or the Berry, as long as you check campsite openings, as many only reopen at Easter.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 8 to 12 °C, lows 3 to 6 °C
Winter in Touraine is grey and damp, with short days. The largest châteaux stay open, Chenonceau is adorned with floral decorations at Christmas, and there are no queues. A well-heated vehicle is a must, and motorhome service areas open all year are then a safer bet than campsites.
Climate in Tours, month by month
Most pleasant months: May to October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
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| Jan | 8 °C | 3 °C | 76 mm | 4 h/day |
| Feb | 10 °C | 3 °C | 62 mm | 6 h/day |
| Mar | 13 °C | 5 °C | 68 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 16 °C | 7 °C | 48 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 20 °C | 10 °C | 75 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 24 °C | 15 °C | 57 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 26 °C | 16 °C | 37 mm | 12 h/day |
| Aug | 26 °C | 16 °C | 38 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 23 °C | 13 °C | 52 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 18 °C | 10 °C | 78 mm | 7 h/day |
| Nov | 12 °C | 6 °C | 72 mm | 5 h/day |
| Dec | 9 °C | 4 °C | 72 mm | 4 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
One pick-up in town, the other to the north
Avis Explore hands over its vehicles in the Martigny industrial estate in Parçay-Meslay, north of Tours, not far from Tours Val de Loire airport; Anywhere Campers meets you in Tours itself. From Parçay-Meslay, you quickly reach the A10 or the Vouvray hillsides without crossing the city centre.
Toll motorways, free Loire roads
The A10 crosses Tours from north to south, the A85 runs to Angers and Vierzon, and the A28 to Le Mans: outside the urban area, these motorways are tolled. For the châteaux, prefer the departmental roads along the Loire, the Cher and the Indre, slower but lined with villages, embankments and cellars.
Parking at the foot of the châteaux
Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise and Villandry have car parks or nearby areas that accept motorhomes, sometimes for a fee. In the old centres of Amboise, Chinon or Loches, streets are narrow and steep: leave the vehicle lower down and walk up to the château.
A night at a Touraine winegrower's
The France Passion network includes many member winegrowers and producers in Touraine, in Vouvray, Montlouis-sur-Loire, Chinon or Bourgueil, who welcome motorhomes free of charge for one night. You taste the Chenin from the hillsides or the Cabernet Franc of Chinon, then sleep on site without getting back behind the wheel.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Tours
Where can I pick up a campervan in Tours?
Two partner companies welcome you: Anywhere Campers in Tours, and Avis Explore at Sud Loire Caravanes, in the Martigny industrial estate in Parçay-Meslay, north of the urban area. The exact address and the time of the vehicle handover are given in your booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Tours?
The price depends on the season, the length of hire and the size of the vehicle: July and August, when the Loire châteaux attract the most visitors, are the most requested period. Run a search with your dates to compare the available offers, mandatory fees included, and book directly at the displayed price.
How many days do you need to visit the Loire châteaux?
Allow three to four days for the Touraine châteaux, from Villandry to Chinon, and as many for Amboise, Chenonceau, Cheverny, Blois and Chambord. A week lets you combine both without rushing. Beyond two visits a day, fatigue takes over: alternate with a bike ride or a wine tasting.
What is there to see in the Loir Valley, north of Tours?
Less known than its neighbour, the Loir Valley offers the troglodyte village of Trôo, the ruins of Lavardin castle, Montoire-sur-le-Loir, Vendôme and its Holy Trinity abbey, and the Jasnières vineyards near La Chartre-sur-le-Loir. Its small roads and municipal motorhome areas are well suited to a long weekend by motorhome.
Can I return the campervan in Orléans, Poitiers or Angers?
Orléans, Poitiers, Angers and Chartres are also departure cities of our partners: Angers extends the Loire westwards, Poitiers opens the road to the Marais Poitevin and Chartres to the Beauce plain. Enter the return city in your search: only the offers that accept it are shown, one-way fees included.
Which vehicle should I choose from Tours?
The offers observed range from the Van for 2, sleeping two, to the Sunlight A70 over-cab motorhome for six, via the Carado T-447, Sunlight T 68 and Adria Matrix low-profile models, sleeping four to five, with manual or automatic gearbox. A campervan slips more easily through troglodyte villages and along the Loire embankments.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Tours with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
The two service providers made me pay for the insurance for the car. And when I request a refund for one of them, I no longer get a response. I will travel by motorhome again, but certainly not with CoolDrive, nor with my friends.
(anonymous)
France · Sep 2019
Avis Vérifiés
The two service providers charged me for insurance for the car. And when I request a refund for one, I no longer receive a response. I will travel again in a camper van but certainly not with CoolDrive, nor with my friends.
(anonymous)
France · Sep 2019
Avis Vérifiés
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Tours
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in France?
A valid category B licence allows you to drive motorhomes, campervans and camper vans up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight. Holders of a licence issued outside the European Union may need to show an international driving permit. The minimum age and years of driving required vary by company: they are listed in the conditions of each offer.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in Touraine?
Most towns in the Loire Valley have a motorhome area, often by the river, and campsites are plentiful along the Loire and the Cher. Overnight parking outside these areas is often banned by local by-law near the châteaux, and the sandbanks of the Loire, flood-prone and protected, are not suitable for wild camping.
How do I reach the depots from the station or the airport?
Tours station, in the city centre, and Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station, where high-speed TGV trains from Paris stop, are a few kilometres from Parçay-Meslay, which you can reach by taxi or bus. Tours Val de Loire airport is also north of the city. Let the company know your arrival time.
Can I bring bikes for the Loire à Vélo route?
Yes, and it is one of the best ways to discover the region: the Loire à Vélo route passes through Tours, Amboise, Chaumont-sur-Loire and Blois, and the Cher à Vélo route leads to Chenonceau. Ask the company whether a bike rack is available, or hire bikes locally, then leave the motorhome at your stop.
Are the Loire châteaux open all year?
The most visited ones, such as Chenonceau, Chambord, Amboise or Cheverny, open all year, with reduced hours in winter and a few closing days. Smaller or private châteaux close between November and March. Check the opening hours on each château's website before planning your itinerary, especially out of season.
When should I book a campervan in Tours?
Several months ahead for July and August, and from winter onwards for the May bank holidays, very popular for a château tour. In September and October, a few weeks are usually enough. With only two partner companies, the choice of vehicles is limited: booking early secures the model that suits you.
About us
Why start your motorhome trip in Tours
Tours is the most central starting point for discovering the Loire châteaux: those of Touraine, from Villandry to Chinon, can be visited in a loop over a few days, while Chenonceau, Amboise, Chambord and Blois follow one another to the east, on the edge of the Sologne. The vineyards of Vouvray, Montlouis, Chinon and Bourgueil, the troglodyte villages and the Loire à Vélo route complete the trip.
Further afield, the Loir Valley, Loches and the Berry offer peaceful, uncrowded countryside. Orléans, Angers, Poitiers and Chartres, other departure cities of our partners, let you finish with a one-way trip. With two partner companies, including a depot north of the urban area, and a pleasant climate from May to October, Tours is ideal for a first motorhome trip in France.