Small-Group Loire Valley Castles Full-Day Tour from Paris
ID: GYG62065-86892
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Escape the hustle and bustle of Paris and spend the day among the lovely castles of the Loire Valley. Join a 12-hour small group day tour to the beautiful and grandiloquent Renaissance castles of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise.
Discover some of the finest castles of the Loire Valley on a small group, full-day tour from Paris. Transfer by air-conditioned minibus to the castles of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise.
Walk in the flower gardens of the Château de Chenonceau, and gaze at the delicate arches that cross the Cher River. Learn the extraordinary history of the building, which was run by women for much of its time in existence. Continue to Chambord to investigate the largest castle of the Loire Valley.
Marvel at the extravagant architecture and double spiraled staircase of the royal Château de Chambord. See the hundreds of columns and spires that adorn its roof. End the day at the former home of King Francois I, and see the tomb of Leonardo Da Vinci at Amboise village and the Château d’Amboise. Confiscated by the monarchy in the 15th century, it was a favorite royal residence and extensively rebuilt.
Highlights
- Discover some of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley
- Use old maps and pictures to get a better understanding of court life
- Marvel at the delicate arches of the Château de Chenonceau
- Learn more about the Loire Valley region and it main players
- Take audio guides of the castle interiors
- Go to the former residence of King Francois I
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Tours operate rain or shine.
• Full refunds are awarded to bookings cancelled more than 72 hours before the scheduled departure time of the tour. There are no refunds given after this time
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Outside of 6 Avenue de Wagram in Paris, 15 minutes before your tour starts. A café called "La Flamme" (with a black front) is located there.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
