From Paris: Full-Day Loire Valley Chateaux Tour Loire Castles Audio Guided Tour from Paris
ID: GYG10751-107292
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Follow the kings, queens and nobility into the heart of France with this full-day tour of the Loire Valley. With visits to Châteaux Chambord, Chenonceau, and Clos Lucé, you will be swept off your feet by the finest sights of the French Renaissance.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Parisian life and enter into the Garden of France. Stroll the walkways of the French monarchs, hear tales of royal love affairs and kidnappings, and behold the beauty of the Loire Valley's exquisite Chateaux.
First stop of the day is Château de Chambord; the perfect example of French Renaissance architecture, this remarkable structure was built by King François I between 1519-1547 and is the largest château in the Loire Valley. Who designed this masterpiece is still in dispute, and with contenders including Leonardo da Vinci, its sights are sure not to disappoint.
Next up is the charming Château de Chenonceau, a true fairy tale castle set picturesquely on the Cher River, its history and character has been shaped by the women who've inhabited it. The site of the first ever French fireworks display, Chenonceau is really one to fall in love with.
You can stay at each château for around an hour to explore inside, and see the gardens at your own pace. At the end of the day, you will leave Chenonceau at 6:15 PM to arrive back in Paris at around 8:00 PM.
Highlights
- Be transported from the bustling streets of Paris to the regal countryside of the Loire Valley
- Follow in the footsteps of the kings and queens of the French Renaissance
- Live a real life fairy tale in the charming gardens and elaborate interiors of France's famous Chateaux
- Allow stories of royal affairs, deaths and kidnappings to captivate your imagination
- Enjoy a wine tasting session
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Lunch included in winter time ( f option chosen)
• On Mondays and Saturdays in summer, you will visit Amboise castle instead of Chambord
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
· Meeting point location: 20 Place des vins de France 75012 Paris
· Metro Station: Cour Saint Emilion - Line 14 (Exit N°1 - 2)
· Straight Across the Bercy Village, meet the representative holding a Pariscityvision sign
· Bus : n°24 + 111 + 109 Stop Terroirs de France
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
