Paris

Paris - 07:30 Pick-up from Your hotel. There are 180 km to drive on highway by our comfortable air conditioned Mercedes minivan. It takes about 2,5 hours. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history connected to the Castles of Loire Valley.

Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 11:30 Visit of Chateau 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 from 1519 to 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.
11:30 Departure in direction to Amboise city for a close located Winery. It takes about 1 hour.

Plou Et Fils - 12:30 Wine Tasting of minimum 7 wines at a local family vinery existing since many centuries. You will learn how wines have been making for centuries and have afterwords the wine tasting of local wines with explanations.
13:15 Departure to Amboise city

Amboise - 13:20 - 14:30 Free time for Lunch in Amboise city where You’ll find many restaurants and cafes. We can help You as well with the table reservation.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 14:30 to 15:30 Visit of Chateau 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 the chapel with his grave.

Chateau de Chenonceau - 15:45 - 17:15 Arrival at the Chenonceau castle. Visit of Chateau de Chenonceau. Time to enjoy the Castle and walking around the Castle taking pictures. Chenonceau is nicknamed the “ladies’ castle”, 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.
17:15 Departure and accommodation at a Hotel in Amboise.

• One night’s stay in Double Room with breakfast
• Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes minivan (up to 6 Persons)
• Complimentary bottled water
• Entry to 6 renowned Loire Valley castles
• All applicable fees and taxes covered
• Wine tasting experience with 7 different wines

• Gratuities and Souvenirs
• Meals and Drinks

A high-quality Live-guided 2-day Small-group trip for 2 to 7 people to 6 Top Loire Valley castles. Despite the large number of Castles, the tour is quite relaxing. Hotel Accommodation at 3 or 4 Hotel due to Your choice included. Guided visits with Tickets to the Castles: Chateau de Chambord, Chateau Royal d’Amboise, Da Vinci Chateau Clos Luce, Chateau de Chenonceau, Chateau de Chaumont, Chateau Royal de Blois. Tiered Pricing. Hotel pick up and Drop off included. Mercedes E220 business class for 2-3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3-7 people. We bring You as well to the local Wine producer where You can get explanations how it is being made for centuries and taste local wines.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.