Loire Valley Castles and Wine Small-Group Day Trip from Paris | La Vacanza Travel

Loire Valley Castles and Wine Small-Group Day Trip from Paris

Duration: 13 hours
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 13 hours
  • Paris
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Live-guided Small-group trip for 4 to 7 people to 3 top Loire Valley Castles: Chenonceau, Amboise and Chambord. Tickets included. Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seats, Hotel Pick up offered. Duration of 13 hours, longer as usual. We bring You to the local Wine producer for Wine tasting where You can get explanations how it is being made for centuries and taste local wines.
Minivan drives faster than a normal bus. You save up a lot of time,
More Loire Valley Castle Experiences in Small-groups and Private by Clewel Travel.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France

07:30 Meeting at Opera Garnier Steps or Pick-up from Your hotel if option booked. There are 180 km to drive on highway by our comfortable air conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first Castle Chambord. It takes about 2,5 hours with one stop made at the rest area. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history connected to the Castles of Loire Valley.

Stop At: Chateau de Chambord, le Chateau, 41250, Chambord France

10:15 - 11:45 Visit of Château de Chambord. The Guide will tell You the history of the Castle and its construction.
The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles because of its French Renaissance architecture. The building was constructed (1519–1547) by Francis I (Francois 1-er) and is nowadays the biggest castle with its 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces and 84 staircases. The castle is also known because of its open double-spiral staircase. The two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase.
11:45 Departure to the Amboise city. There is 1 hour driver (60 km)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Amboise, Amboise, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire

12:45 -13:45 Lunch break in Amboise city where You'll find many restaurants and cafes. We can as well recommend You or make a table reservation at a good restaurant.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chateau Royal d'Amboise, Montee de l'Emir Abd El Kader Montée de l'Emir Abd-el-Kader, 37400, Amboise France

13:45 to 15:00 Skip-the-line access with Guide to Château Royal d'Amboise with Histopad explaining to You the history of this Castle and of each room.
Amboise is the grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII and an example of the transition of Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Learn the history of the castle Amboise which is known as birth place of princes, the reign of Kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci! You can see his grave in the chapel.
Departure to the Chenonceau castle which is located just 20 minutes drive.
15:00 Departure to Wine tasting of 5 wines at a local family vinery located close to the Amboise city.


Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Chateau de Chenonceau, 37150 Chenonceaux France

16:00 to 17:30 Skip-the-line access to the Chateau de Chenonceau and its Gardens. The Guide will tell You the history of the Castle and its construction. You will get as well the brochure with explanations of each room.
Chenonceau nicknamed the "ladies’ castle" is remarkable for its feminine history of famous women of France such as Catherine de Medici as well as for its stunning architecture as well as unique aches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens Gardens of Chenonceau with their more than 130,000 flowerings plants will impress You as well.
Attn. In low season we depart at 5:10 pm and in high season at 5:30 due to the opening hours of the Castle.
Departure to Paris. It takes about 3 to 3,5 hours (245 km).

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Paris, Paris, Ile-de-France

20:30 to 21:00 Coming back to Paris full of impressions of a full Day Trip to Loire Valley and its Castles. Drop Off at Opera Garnier steps or Your hotel if option booked.

Inclusions
  • Mercedes minivan max. 7 Persons, air-conditioned with adjustable seats
  • Professional Guide-Driver
  • Entrance tickets to Three Castles
  • Winery visit with Tasting of 5 wines
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Chateau de Chambord
  • Entry/Admission - Chateau de Chenonceau
  • Entry/Admission - Chateau Royal d'Amboise

Exclusions
  • Gratuities and Souvenirs
  • Meals and Drinks
  • HistoPad in Chambord and Audioguide in Chenonceau Castle
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

10 Pl. de l'Opéra, 75009 Paris, France
Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup if the option booked is always at the front door of your hotel.
Main meeting point for all our experiences in Paris and around is at the Opera Garnier Steps


Departure Time

07:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

13 hours


User's Reviews

Angie_G

26 Mar, 2024

The chateaus and wine tasting were fantastic. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and provided loads of commentary and information. However there was over an hour late start because he could NOT read the address of the hotel for pickup and would NOT listen to the name given him or read it on the chat despite three confirmations. Then since no number was provided to call him I had to track him down via La Vacanza Travel. After being more than an hour late he wanted to cancel our tour (the highlight of our Paris trip) because I was “upset”. I would highly Recommended this tour, this guide just needs someone else driving that pays attention to details like location.

Laura_P

21 Nov, 2023

I love history, I have read a lot about French History and about its kings. This tour did not disappoint! Olga and Roman were amazing guides. The castles we visited were beyond beautiful, Olga was so knowledgeable about them all. Lunch was perfect. The wine tasting was the best way to end the tour! I would do this tour again tomorrow!

Joseph_B

13 Nov, 2023

Diana was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable about the history of the castles. There wasn’t a confirm on the hotel pickup, but they arrived to get us at the day and time that was ordered, and dropped us off that night. It was a good way to get out of the city.

Gary_M

04 Nov, 2023

Our tour guide Olga was fantastic very entertaining the driver was very good and the Mercedes Van comfortable

VickieS19

13 Oct, 2023

It was very very nice. The weather was perfect. Valarie and Roman was super! It was a good tour. Everything was planned out.

User's Picture Gallery

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Thé Châteaux Will NOT disappoint!

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Charming Chateaux

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The best way to see chateaus!

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Stunning day in the Loire Valley!!!

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Wonderful day trip with Valerie!

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Fun way to see a lot of history in one day

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So awesome!

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Great tour near Paris

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Fun day at the chateaux

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Fabulous excursion with first-rate service.

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Loire Valley Vistas

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Beautiful castles and wine tasting

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Wonderful trip, impressive castles, excellent services

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Wonderful Loire Valley Castle Tour!

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This guide needs guidance!

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Beautiful Castles, small group

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Excellent

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A lovely day!

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