FRENCH CHÂTEAUX

France: Loire Valley

Discover the magical châteaux of the Loire Valley, featuring medieval castles, vineyards, and beautiful gardens. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, and visits to landmarks like Château de Chenonceau, Chambord, and Blois.
Chateau de Azay-le-Rideau, France
Chateau de Azay-le-Rideau, France
Chateau de Azay-le-Rideau, France

FRENCH CHÂTEAUX

The enchanted Garden of France. Discover the magical châteaux built by the grand aristocrats of past centuries in the Loire Valley with sprawling vineyards and floral gardens. This package is the perfect addition to a visit of Paris which includes train tickets to Tours where you will begin your exploration. Begin in Azay-le-Rideau, to visit the Château de Chinon and enjoy lunch at a family estate or local restaurant including local products and wine tasting. Tour the medieval Château de Langeais as well as the spectacular gardens of Touraine in Villandry. Your guided tour of Château de Blois will demonstrate the castle’s impressive and unique use of four different architectural styles. Tour Château de Cheverny as well as the incredible Estate of Chambord with more than 400 rooms and double spiral staircase – it is truly the highlight of the Loire Valley. On your final day, visit Château de Chenonceau, the Royal Castle of Amboise and the Manor du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last three years of his life and died there in 1519. Private transfer to the train station and board your train back to Paris.

Highlights:

  • Spectacular château of Chinon, Langeais, Blois, Cheverny, Chambord, Chenonceau
  • Manor du Clos Lucé, one of Leonardo da Vinci’s homes
  • Wine tastings and lunches at local French restaurants

Itineraries are fully customizable. Pricing available upon request, based on two (2) passengers travelling together sharing one room.
Subject to availability at time of booking. Blackout periods apply. Not valid during trade shows, bank holidays and other special events.
International airfare not included. **European city/tourist taxes collected locally unless otherwise indicated.
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France: Loire Valley

FRENCH CHÂTEAUX

Package Includes:

  • Total 4 nights accommodation in Tours at Hotel de l’Univers 4-Star, Standard Room
  • Private transfers to and from train stations
  • High-speed Comfort Class Train Tickets: Paris – Tours – Paris
  • Continental breakfast daily, 3 lunches while touring
  • Hotel taxes and service charges

Not Included:

  • International or domestic airfare; airport or departure taxes
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Reciprocity and/or local taxes if applicable
  • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary. Please discuss this with your travel agent to determine your requirements prior to departure.

Itineraries are fully customizable. Pricing available upon request, based on two (2) passengers travelling together sharing one room.
Subject to availability at time of booking. Blackout periods apply. Not valid during trade shows, bank holidays and other special events.
International airfare not included. **European city/tourist taxes collected locally unless otherwise indicated.
For full terms and conditions, click here.

5 days

On Request

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"We had a wonderful time beginning to end! Thanks in large part to your experience, organizational and listening skills we were able to plan the holiday we waited a long time to take. We really enjoyed working with you and your coordination with Gateways was top notch. - Patti"
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June 17, 2024