Experience one of the most popular areas of northwestern France, the ‘château country’ of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region. Visit a few of the region’s many castles—Châteaux Chambord, Chenonceau, and Amboise—with an audio guide at each castle. Learn about the Renaissance architecture and the historical figures who once lived in and visited these stunning residences.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Round Trip Private Transfer by air-conditioned car or van
✔ Bottled water
✔ Visit of Amboise castle.
✔ Bottle of champagne on board
✔ Visit of Chambord castle.
✔ Visit of Chenonceau castle.
✖ Guide
Pickup Locations
1. Hidden Hotel
2. Hotel Athena
3. Hotel Allety
4. Agate Hotel
5. Hotel Artus
6. Aparthotel Adagio Paris Centre Tour Eiffel
7. Hotel Astrid Royal
8. Hotel Avenir Jonquiere
9. Hotel Claret Bercy
10. The Chess Hotel
11. Hotel Augustin - Astotel
12. Chambiges Elysees Hotel
13. Hotel Arian
14. Hotel Locomo
15. D'Enghien Hotel
16. Ducs de Bourgogne Hotel
17. Belta Hotel Residence
18. Hotel Ambre
19. Best Western Premier Faubourg 88
20. Hotel Amelie
Additional Info: One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel or your address, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to your vehicle.
Itinerary
1
Chateau de Chambord
Chambord is the star of the Loire châteaux. Through Chambord, François Ier wanted to create a work in the image of his power: he would be flattered to discover the incredible fate of his hunting palace.
When you find yourself facing the Château de Chambord, the impression is striking: is it a vessel, is it a mirage ... This architectural masterpiece was ordered by the young François Ier who wanted a building sumptuous, symbol of the power of its power. The sovereign had a chivalrous spirit but a heart enamored with art and architecture, so his hunting palace would embody the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Chateau de Chenonceau
The Château de Chenonceau is an exceptional site, thanks to its original design and the richness of its collections
Property of the Crown, then royal residence, the Château de Chenonceau is an exceptional site, by its original design, the richness of its collections, its furniture and its decoration, but also by its destiny, since it was loved, administered and protected by women, all out of the ordinary and who, for the most part, have made history.
"Château des Dames" for the history of France, built in 1513 by Katherine Briçonnet, embellished successively by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici, Chenonceau was saved from the rigors of the Revolution by Madame Dupin. This feminine imprint is present everywhere, preserving it from conflicts and wars to make it always a place of peace.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Chateau Royal d'Amboise
Imagine a palace delicately placed above the Loire, and imagine the gardens suspended between heaven and earth ... No wonder Amboise was one of the favorite sites of the kings of France when they transformed their country during the Renaissance. Charles VIII and Francis I, Leonardo da Vinci (whose tomb is housed in the castle chapel), or the iconic Queen Anne of Brittany are familiar faces of the place. Even today, what a breathtaking view! At 360 °, you will discover landscapes listed as World Heritage of Humanity. A castle open to nature, a haven of peace for birds, Amboise is also a place of innovation where innovation, like the HistoPad, enriches discovery.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
