France · Castles & Palaces

Loire Valley Castles VIP Private Tour: Chambord, Chenonceaux, Amboise

13 Hours Round trip from Morand Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private luxury Loire Valley day tour from Paris
  • 02 Visit Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord in one day
  • 03 Photo stop at Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci’s former residence
  • 04 Admire Chenonceau’s gardens and its unique setting over the River Cher
  • 05 See Saint Hubert Chapel, Leonardo da Vinci’s resting place
  • 06 Explore Chambord, the grandest of the Loire Valley châteaux
  • 07 Travel with a local expert art historian guide
  • 08 Roundtrip hotel pick-up and drop-off included

Discover the Loire Valley in comfort on a private full-day journey from Paris, exploring three of its most celebrated châteaux: Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord. This luxury experience combines elegant transport with the insight of a local expert art historian guide, making it an easy and enriching way to experience the birthplace of the French Renaissance.

Along the way, enjoy views over the Loire River in Amboise, stop for photos at Clos Lucé, and admire the romance and refinement of Chenonceau, famously spanning the River Cher. End the day at grand Chambord, where medieval towers, Renaissance design, and the remarkable double-helix staircase create one of France’s most unforgettable castle visits.

Near Amboise you will stop at Clos Lucé for some quick pictures, which used to be the official residence of Leonardo da Vinci, between 1516 and 1519.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 13 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Amboise, Loire Valley
Languages English, French, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

You will reach towards Amboise, with its spectacular view over the Loire river, with his saint Hubert Chapel, famous for being the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci and with its massive gothic defensive features it evokes that bygone era of knights on horseback.Near Amboise you will stop at Clos Lucé for some quick pictures, which used to be the official residence of Leonardo da Vinci, between 1516 and 1519.Then you will continue your trip to discover a real jewel, Chenonceau with his magnificent gardens. It’s a beautiful mixture between Gothic and Renaissance styles. Chenonceau is a unique castle, spanned over the river Cher, called also “Chateau des dames”, its ornately carved decoration and history of romance and rivalry, this Château lives up to its passionate reputation and has been seducing visitors for hundreds of years.In the afternoon, you will finally discover Chambord, the most grandiose of the Châteaux. You will see, boasting massive medieval towers perfectly blended with Renaissance elegance. Set in 13,000 acres of parkland this former royal residence represents the pinnacle of France’s 16th century architectural revolution, and the double helix spiral staircase at the heart of the Château, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci is simply mind-blowing.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Morand 2 cities · 13 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Local expert art historian guide
  • Luxury and very confortable vehicle, perfect for long tours

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Gratuites (optional)

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • We pick-up from all hotels and residences in Paris

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Morand, FR
Tour start
Morand, FR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 13 hours finish where they began, in Morand.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.