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Highlights
- Explore the Loire Valley on a day trip from Paris, with visits to two of its most famous castles: Chambord and Chenonceau.
- Walk through Chambord Castle at your own pace, see its grand rooms, and climb the double-spiral staircase linked to Leonardo da Vinci for terrace views.
- Visit Chenonceau Castle, known for its elegant arches over the Cher River and beautifully detailed Renaissance architecture.
- Enjoy a wine tasting in Chenonceau’s historic cellars and sample regional Loire Valley wines.
Your Experience
Step into the splendor of the Loire Valley on a full-day castle tour, where Renaissance masterpieces, royal history, and regional wine come together in one memorable experience.
Getting started
Meet your driver-guide and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach for a relaxed journey through the Loire Valley. As you travel, hear engaging commentary about the region and the castles on your itinerary, setting the scene for a day of history, architecture, and scenic beauty.
What to expect
Your first stop is Chambord, one of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles and a striking symbol of Renaissance architecture. Explore the vast château at your own pace and climb the famous double-helix staircase, associated with Leonardo da Vinci, before heading up to the terrace for sweeping views over the immense estate.
Continue to Blois, where you’ll have free time to explore independently and enjoy lunch at your own expense. This charming town offers a mix of history and gastronomy, with the lively Square Louis XII at its heart and plenty of cafés and restaurants serving classic French cuisine.
Later, visit Chenonceau, known for its elegant arches over the Cher River and its beautifully detailed Renaissance architecture. Enjoy a wine-tasting experience at Chenonceau and sample regional Loire Valley wines before returning to Paris.
Features
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Travel in comfort through the Loire Valley: Relax in an air-conditioned coach as your driver-guide shares stories and insights about the region and its famous castles.
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Chambord: Discover a masterpiece of Renaissance design, admire its immense scale, and climb the celebrated double-helix staircase for panoramic estate views.
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Chenonceau: Visit the elegant château built over the Cher River and admire its refined Renaissance architecture.
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Loire Valley wines: Treat yourself to a wine-tasting experience in the castle cellar, with red, rosé, and white wines available all year long.
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Stop in Blois: This charming town offers a mix of history and gastronomy, with the lively Square Louis XII at its heart. Choose from cafés and restaurants serving classic French cuisine.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach
- Entrance tickets to Château de Chambord
- Entrance tickets to Château de Chenonceau
- Complimentary local Loire Valley wine tasting at Chenonceau
- Free time in Blois for lunch and independent exploration
- Sites visited are Château de Chambord, Château de Chenonceau, and the Town of Blois
- Group of 25 or less
- Lunch
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Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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