Take a day tour from Paris to visit the three most famous chateaux of the Loire Valley: beautiful Chenonceau Castle, privately owned Chateau de Cheverny and, perhaps most magnificent of them all, the Chateau de Chambord. You'll witness the glamour and grandeur of French royalty and aristocracy, and gain insights into "castle life" in these Renaissance riverside castles.
- Day trip (destination A to B)
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- All entrance fees included
- Pick-up from a centrally located meeting point
- Conducted in English
The largest of the Loire castles, the turreted Chambord Castle was built for King Francois 1st as a hunting lodge. The intricate stone "double helix" staircase leading up to the spires and turrets of the rooftop terrace is thought to have been designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
Cheverny Castle is the most beautifully furnished of the Loire Valley castles, with a fine collection of 17th-century furniture. Herge, the Belgian creator of Tintin, based his Marlinspike Hall (Moulinsart) on Cheverny Castle.
Chenonceau Chateau was built over the River Cher in traditional Renaissance style, and is known as the Chateau des Dames (the Ladies' Castle) because of the influence of the famous women who lived there. The chateau was built in 1513 by Catherine Briconnet, embellished by Diance de Poitiers and Catherine de Medicis, and saved from destruction during the Revolution by Madame Dupin.
Guests traveling in Winter (November 1-May 31) also receive a typical lunch and drink.
Please note for 2010: On Saturdays from April to September Amboise Castle is visited in place of Cherverny Castle, and during the month of October in place of Chambord Castle.
Schedule details
Castles of the Loire Valley - Chenoncheau, Cheverny and Chambord
Departure Point:
1 rue d'Alger 75001 ParisDeparture Time:
- 7:15am
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 7:15pmPricing information
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Tour options:
Tour departing at 7:15am with English speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord Code: ENCLA
Conducted in English
Additional information
Castles of the Loire Valley - Chenoncheau, Cheverny and Chambord
Inclusions:
- Entrance fees to three castles
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Professional guide
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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