Loire Valley Castles Day Trip from Paris
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the majestic Château de Chambord
- Discover the elegant Château de Chenonceau
- Enjoy a delightful wine tasting experience
- Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan
- Benefit from a knowledgeable English-speaking guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Transportation in a comfortable minivan
- Guided tours of Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau
- Wine tasting at a local vineyard
- Lunch and personal expenses
Itinerary
Chambord is the most majestic of the Châteaux you will see, boasting massive medieval towers perfectly blended with Renaissance elegance. Set in 13,000 acres of parkland this former royal residence represents the pinnacle of France’s 16th century architectural revolution, and the double helix spiral staircase at the heart of the Château, attributed to Leonardo Di Vinci is simply mind-blowing.
Amboise, with its spectacular view over the Loire, is famous for being the last resting place of one of history’s most famous men: Leonardo Da Vinci and with its massive gothic defensive features it evokes that bygone era of knights on horseback.
Chenonceau, above all stands out as the most beautiful of the Châteaux of the Loire as it extends with infinite grace over the waters of the river Cher. With its ornately carved decoration and history of romance and rivalry, this Château lives up to its passionate reputation and has been seducing visitors for hundreds of years.
Meeting point
Start Location
Le Duplex, Avenue Foch, Paris, France
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance
- Be prepared for a full-day excursion with multiple walking tours
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for exploring castle grounds
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and landscapes
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
These chateau’s are beautiful!
We enjoyed visiting all 3 chateau’s, the Château de Chenonceau was so lovely. We enjoyed being able to walk around the chateau, the beautiful gardens, and admire the historical architectural features of these chateau’s.
History of French royals
Great day trip to French countryside to see 3 beautiful and very different chateaus and hear some royal history
Nice Day Some things Need to Change
Nice way to spend the day out of the city. Good amount of time at each location and the Chateaus are stunning. Our guide Pasqual was extremely knowable on the history which made each stop more interesting. The things that should change are the meeting spot; that early in the morning it is UNSAFE. We were approached by a man who asked for our things and it was uncomfortable until others arrived for another tour. Also it is not possible to drop at location of your choice as stated; so after a long drive back we were dropped far away and needed to get an Uber back to the hotel at our expense. The write up should not state thar as it is misleading.
Great trip from Paris
Our guide Pascal was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited and gave us a lot of historical background. He was also a very safe driver. This was a great trip and we're glad we booked it.
Dream come true
This tour was excellent. Pasquale, our guide, was very knowledgeable and informative. The experience was a dream come true for me. Know that it is a lot of walking. So wear comfortable shoes. Amboise and Chambord have a lot of stairs, too.