From Paris: Private tour to the Loire Valley Castles
ID: GYG947284-1475693
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the history of the Chambord, Cheverny, and Chenonceau castles on a day trip from Paris. Explore the Chenonceau Castle, known as the "Ladies Castle," and see the royal kennels at Cheverny.
Discover the Loire Valley's most famous castles on a full-day tour from Paris. Explore Chenonceau, Cheverny, and Chambord with an audioguide. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Chenonceau.
Start your day with a visit to the Chenonceau Castle. Learn about the history of the castle, known as the "Ladies Castle" due to the important role played by five women in its interior decoration. Stroll through the magnificent gardens.
Next, head to the Cheverny Castle, the private property of the Vibraye family. Admire its wonderful 17th-century furniture. Before leaving, take a walk through the gardens and discover the royal kennels. As an anecdote, Cheverny Castle served as an inspiration place to Hergé for developing Moulinsart Castle in Tintin comic book.
Continue to the Chambord Castle, the largest and most majestic Loire Valley Castle. Learn about its history as a hunting lodge built by François I. However, he spent only 42 days of his 32-year reign in this royal residence. Admire the 365 chimneys, 440 rooms, 14 staircases, and 800 capital pillars. The main attraction remains the intricate "double revolution" staircase designed by Leonardo de Vinci.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Chenonceau. Your guide will be able to advise you and direct you to a large choice of restaurants.
Highlights
- Discover the history of the Chambord, Cheverny, and Chenonceau castles
- Explore the Chenonceau Castle, known as the "Ladies Castle"
- Admire the 17th-century furniture at Cheverny Castle
- See the royal kennels and the gardens of Cheverny Castle
- Visit the Chambord Castle, the largest and most majestic in the Loire Valley
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a water bottle
Photography is allowed, but flash is prohibited
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the castles
INCLUDED
- Entrance to Chenonceau Castle with audioguide
- Visit to Cheverny Castle
- Entrance to Chambord Castle with audioguide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.