From Paris: Loire Valley Castles Full-Day Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG1709-129954
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Explore the Loire Valley's famous Renaissance castles and gardens on this day trip from Paris. Travel along King's Road to visit Chambord, Amboise, and Chenonceau Chateaux and enjoy a 3-course lunch.
Wander through the Loire Valley's gorgeous castles and gardens. Journey along the King's Road to visit the Chambord, Amboise, and Chenonceau Chateaux with our friendly driver-guide.
Discover the famous castles and gardens of the Renaissance with an all-day tour of the beautiful Loire Valley. Let our friendly driver-guide pick you up from your Paris hotel (for private tours only).
Visit the cradle of the Renaissance, Chateau Amboise, one of the first truly royal residences of its kind. Follow in the footsteps of the great kings of France as you view a magnificent example of Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Next, stop at Chateau de Chenonceau. Admire the wealth of beauty both inside and out, which makes Chenonceau the most popular chateau in France. Learn about its tumultuous history as the castle passed from Lady to Lady.
Then, you will have free time to enjoy lunch.
The last stop will be at the royal Chateau de Chambord, one of the most recognizable chateaux in the world. Legend has it that Leonardo da Vinci, living at the Clos Luce in Amboise, made several plans and models for its construction.
While visiting Chambord, take pleasure in one of Europe's finest parks, covering over 13,000 acres, and is Europe's largest wooded park. After a full day wandering the castles and gardens of the Renaissance era, return to Paris aboard our deluxe minibus.
Highlights
- Walk through one of Europe's finest parks at the ornate Chambord Castle
- Visit the elegant Amboise Castle, a favorite royal residence in the 15th Century
- Learn the tumultuous history of Chenonceau Castle, built over the river Cher
- Discover the beauty of the Renaissance on a guided tour of the Loire Valley
- Visit a bakery to try locally prepared cuisine and enjoy lunch alongside locals
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
From 1st of April 2024, The tour meets in front of the Club "Le Duplex" 2, bis avenue Foch) Paris 75116.
INCLUDED
- Transportation by deluxe minibus
- Amboise Castle entry fees
- Chambord Castle entry fees
- Chenonceau Castle entry fees
- Lunch at a bakery
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.
