Loire Valley Castles Tour from Paris with Wine Tasting & Hotel Transfers Option
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Description
Fancy yourself a member of French royalty as you roam through the spectacular halls of the Loire Valley castles, Chambord, and Chenonceau. Indulge in renowned wines at the Chambord Trophy Room and opt to travel in convenience with hotel transfers.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 2 business days (06:30 local time) to 1 business days (06:30 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 06:30 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
Loire Valley Castles Tour without Hotel Transfers
From the meet-up point in Paris, board an air-conditioned coach and spend a day marveling at the architectural prowess of the Loire Valley's most famous castles. Accompanied by a local guide, discover Chateau de Chambord, surrounded by one of the largest forest parks in Europe; and the charming Chateau de Chenonceau, built across the River Cher.
Inclusion
- Admission to the Chenonceau Castle and Chambord Castle
- Lunch (November to March only)
- Transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned bus
- Wine tasting
- Accredited English-speaking guide
Start Timings
07:15
Duration
- 13 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 06:45:00 |
Check-in at PARISCityVISION Agency Office
Day: Day1 |
| 07:15:00 |
Depart from Paris
Enjoy hassle-free transportation from Paris to the Chambord Castle, one of the most famous Renaissance chateaux. Day: Day1 |
| 09:45:00 |
Chambord Castle (November to March)
Gaze at the distinct French Renaissance architecture of one of the most imposing castles in the Loire Valley. See the amazing double helix staircase and the chateau’s wide panoramic terrace with its sea of chimneys that overlook the grounds. Day: Day1 |
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Chateau d'Amboise Castle (April to October)
Get to visit the Chateau d'Amboise Castle instead of the Chenonceau Castle when joining this Loire Valley Tour from April to October. Day: Day1 |
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Wine Tasting at the Chambord Castle Trophy Room (November to March)
Continue to the Trophy Room of the Chambord Castle, its wine tasting area, and savor on three famous Loire wines paired with delectable local snacks. Day: Day1 |
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Wine Tasting at Cave des Domes (April to October)
Head to the Cave des Domes wine cellar in Chenonceau for your wine tasting activity during summer. Day: Day1 |
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| 12:30:00 |
Lunch (November to March)
Have lunch at the St. Hubert Hotel Restaurant in Cour-Cheverny, if you're joining the tour from November to March. Choose between the classic or vegetarian menu. Day: Day1 |
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Free Time (April to October)
Use your free time to have lunch (at your own expense) in Amboise if you're joining the tour from April to October. Ask you guide for some places they would recommend for lunch! Day: Day1 |
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Chenonceau Castle
Head to the unique French Chateau, known as The Ladies’ Castle. Admire its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and the nearby River Cher. Its fairytale architecture represents typically French style of living, with elegantly furnished floral rooms and tapestries. Day: Day1 |
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| 16:45:00 |
Departure from Chenonceau Castle
Day: Day1 |
| 20:00:00 |
Check-out at PARISCityVISION Agency Office
Day: Day1 |
Check In/Pickup Location Details
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Address: 2 rue des Pyramides 75001 Paris
Metro: Tuileries (Line 1), Palais Royal-Musee du Louvre (Lines 1 & 7), Pyramides (Lines 7 & 14)
The easiest way to get to the check-in location is from the Tuileries metro station. After exiting the station, you should find yourself on Rue de Rivoli. Cross the street immediately, and walk to the right (under the covered arcade). Keep on going straight until you see the golden statue of Joan of Arc upon a horse. Cross the street (towards the Hotel Regina) then follow the covered arcade towards the left, and you should soon see the agency sign.
Loire Valley Castles Tour with Hotel Transfers
Get the convenience of having pick-up and drop-off services by minivan at your accommodation in Paris. Then, spend a day marveling at the architectural prowess of the Loire Valley's most famous castles. Accompanied by a local guide, discover Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Chenonceau.
Inclusion
- Admission to the Chenonceau Castle and Chambord Castle
- Lunch (November to March only)
- Transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned bus
- Wine tasting
- Accredited English-speaking guide
Start Timings
06:30
Duration
- 13 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 06:30:00 |
Pick up from Paris Hotels and Private Accommodation (Zip Codes 75001 - 75020)
Day: Day1 |
| 07:15:00 |
Depart from Paris
Enjoy hassle-free transportation from Paris to the Chambord Castle, one of the most famous Renaissance chateaux. Day: Day1 |
| 09:45:00 |
Chambord Castle
Gaze at the distinct French Renaissance architecture of one of the most imposing castles in the Loire Valley. See the amazing double helix staircase and the chateau’s wide panoramic terrace with its sea of chimneys that overlook the grounds. Day: Day1 |
|
Chateau d'Amboise Castle (April to October)
Get to visit the Chateau d'Amboise Castle instead of the Chenonceau Castle when joining this Loire Valley Tour from April to October. Day: Day1 |
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|
Wine Tasting at the Chambord Castle Trophy Room (November to March)
Continue to the Trophy Room of the Chambord Castle, its wine tasting area, and savor on three famous Loire wines paired with delectable local snacks. Day: Day1 |
|
|
Wine Tasting at Cave des Domes (April to October)
Head to the Cave des Domes wine cellar in Chenonceau for your wine tasting activity during summer. Day: Day1 |
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| 12:30:00 |
Lunch (November to March Only)
For tours during winter, you will have lunch at the St. Hubert Hotel Restaurant in Cour-Cheverny. If the tour date is in the summer months (April to October), you will have some free time to have lunch at your own expense. Day: Day1 |
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Free Time (April to October Only)
Use your free time to have lunch (at your own expense) in Amboise if you're joining the tour from April to October. Ask you guide for some places they would recommend for lunch! Day: Day1 |
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|
Chenonceau Castle
Head to the unique French Chateau, known as The Ladies’ Castle. Admire its late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and the nearby River Cher. Its fairytale architecture represents typically French style of living, with elegantly furnished floral rooms and tapestries. Day: Day1 |
|
| 16:45:00 |
Departure from Chenonceau Castle
Day: Day1 |
| 20:00:00 |
Drop off at Paris Hotels and Private Accommodation (Zip Codes 75001 - 75020)
Day: Day1 |
Restrictions
- The pick-up and drop-off service is only available for hotels within the ZIP code area starting with 75.
Additional Notes
- In case your hotel is located on a street where a double-decker bus is not allowed to enter, you will be picked up or dropped off at a nearby main street.
- There may be cases where the vehicle won't be allowed to drop-off at the hotel due to roadworks or for reasons beyond the driver's control. Guests may be asked to change buses at the agency or may be dropped off as close to their accommodation as possible.
Requirement(s) - other
- In case your hotel is located on a street where a double-decker bus is not allowed to enter, you will be picked up or dropped off at a nearby main street.
- There may be cases where the vehicle won't be allowed to drop-off at the hotel due to roadworks or for reasons beyond the driver's control. Guests may be asked to change buses at the agency or may be dropped off as close to their accommodation as possible.
Check In/Pickup Location Details
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Pick-up is available for hotels within the zip-code area starting with 75.
Activity Detail
Additional Notes
- The tour is available in English and Spanish.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Lunch is not included during summer (from April 1 to October 31) but included in winter (November 1 to March 31).
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Walking shoes
- Comfortable clothing