France · Castles & Palaces

2-day 6 Loire Castles Live Guided Small-group Trip from Paris.

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Paris. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit 6 top Loire Valley castles in 2 days
  • 02 Explore Château de Chambord and its famous double-spiral staircase
  • 03 Enjoy skip-the-line access to Château d’Amboise
  • 04 Visit Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years
  • 05 Discover Château de Chenonceau, the celebrated “ladies’ castle”
  • 06 Taste a minimum of 7 wines at a local family winery
  • 07 Travel from Paris in a small group with hotel pickup included
  • 08 Overnight hotel accommodation with breakfast included

Discover the Loire Valley on a live-guided 2-day small-group trip from Paris, visiting six of the region’s most celebrated castles: Chambord, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Chenonceau, Chaumont-sur-Loire, and Blois. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes vehicle, enjoy hotel pickup in Paris, and stay overnight with breakfast included.

Along the way, explore grand Renaissance architecture, royal residences, and places closely linked to Leonardo da Vinci. The experience also includes a visit to a local family winery with a tasting of at least 7 wines, adding a regional food-and-wine touch to your castle journey.

With entrance tickets included and a small-group format, this trip combines major Loire Valley highlights with a relaxed pace over two days.

Discover the Loire Valley on a live-guided 2-day small-group trip from Paris, visiting six of the region’s most celebrated castles: Chambord, Amboise, Clos Lucé, Chenonceau, Chaumont-sur-Loire, and Blois.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Blois, Paris, Amboise, Loire Valley
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

07:30 Departure from Your hotel destination Loire Valley Castle

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.

10:00 - 11:45 Visit of Chateaux Chambord

10:00 - 11:45 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. 

12:45 to 13:30 Visit of the local Vinery with Wine Tasting.

12:45 to 13:30  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. 

13:30 Departure to Amboise city

13:45 Arrival in Amboise. Lunch time. Chateau d’Amboise visit.

13:45 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.

15:00 to 16:30 Skip-the-line access with Guide to 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.

16:30 - 18:00 Visit of Chateaux Clos Luce

16:30 - 18:00 Visit of Chateaux Clos Luce with Parc Leonardo da Vinci. In this castle Leonardo da Vince spent last three years of his life. Clos Luce is of top 100 extraordinary destinations to explore 2021 by time magazine.

Free time in Amboise city.

18:30 Hotel accommodation.

2
Day 02

08:30 Departure to Chateau de Chenonceau

08:30 Departure from Your hotel to Chenonceau castle. It takes max. half an hour drive.

09:00 - 11:00 Arrival and visit of Château de Chenonceau

09:00 - 11:00 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.

11:00 Departure from the Chenonceau castle destination Chaumont Castle. It takes about 45 min (40 km)

11:30 - 13:00 Arrival at Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire.

11:30 - 13:00 Arrival at Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire. The castle Château de Chaumont was founded in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 15th century by Charles I d'Amboise. Protected as a monument historique since 1840, the château became the French state ownership and is now open to the public. Catherine de Medici forced in 1559 Diane de Poitiers, to accept the Château de Chaumont in exchange for the Château de Chenonceau. Diane de Poitiers spent here last 3 years of her life.

13:00 Departure to Blois city.

Day 2: 13:30 - 17:00   Arrival in Blois city. Lunch time. Chateau de Blois visit

13:30  - 14: 45 Arrival in Blois city. Free time for Lunch. We can make for You the reservation at a good restaurant.

15:00 - 17:00 Visit of Blois castle.

17:00  Departure to Paris. It takes about 2,5 hours drive.

20:00 Coming back to Paris

20:00 Coming back to Paris. Drop off at Your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Paris. 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Visits to 6 Loire Valley castles, tickets included
  • Mercedes E220 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people
  • Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms one night with breakfast
  • Wine tasting of 7 wines during local vinery visit for persons 21 y.o.+
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities and Souvenirs
  • Meals and Drinks

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Online payment by Credit cards, bank transfers, PayPal
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Near public transportation

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Paris.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Paris.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Paris..

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