Why choose this Paris tour ?
Explore the Loire and discover three majestic French Chateaux : Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceau, with a self-guided audio tour or at your leisure that includes a transfer from central Paris.
Immerse yourself into the royal French History and refined architecture.
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What makes Loire Valley Castles Day Trip with Audio Guided Option from Paris a unique experience ?
Pass by the Iron Lady and leave the bustle of Paris for the charming and green Loire Valley, traveling on a luxury air-conditioned coach.
After driving through a gentle French Countryside with undulating hills, you will reach and explore by audio guide the Impressive structure – finest example of Renaissance French Architecture: Chambord, The retreat for French Kings especially Louis XIV! Built by Francois I left his mark on the architectural and cultural achievements of his reign. He placed his symbols, the salamander and the letter F anywhere he could: ceiling, castle-door ways… The Castle has a famous double helix staircase inspired by Leonard da Vinci, a friend of the King.
He placed his symbols, the salamander and the letter F anywhere he could: ceiling, castle-door ways… The Castle has a famous double helix staircase inspired by Leonard da Vinci, a friend of the King.
Drive through the French countryside before arriving to The Lady Castle spanning the River Cher.
Then you will visit Chenonceau at your leisure. Described as the Ladies Castle; the regal refuge that owes its very existence to a list of powerful ladies such as Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici (as well as others). You will be fascinated by Its Renaissance architecture and artwork by masters of the day. Its fine furniture, rare tapestries, and the ornate formal gardens will also captivate you.
After this visit of Chenonceau, you will have free time to stroll in the remarkable gardens along the Cher River and have lunch around the castle. Our guide will tell you where you can have lunch. You will be invited to meet the guide directly at the bus parking lot to leave for Cheverny.
In this seigniorial residence occupied by the same family for more than 600 years, you will discover the castle and its remarkable interior fittings. Outside, complete your visit with the park and its 6 thematic gardens including an orchard “le Jardin Sucré”. Also known for hunting with hounds, you will be able to see its rich kennel which shelters a hundred dogs.
The bus will leave around 5:00 pm for an expected arrival in Paris around 8:00 pm
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the tour will be either with audio guide or at your leisure depending on the option selected.
- Please note on Monday and Saturday only on summer period the visit of Chambord will be replaced by Amboise visit
- Bring your headphones to make the most of the experience (if option selected)
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Audio Guided Option
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Visits at your leisure including entrance tickets and round-trip transportation from central Paris WITH audio guide. - Standard Option
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Transportation and Ticket: Visits at your leisure including entrance tickets and round-trip transportation from central Paris WITHOUT audio guide.
Loire Valley Castles Day Trip with Audio Guided Option from Paris Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Mobile app to download
- Audio Guide (if option selected)
- Entrance tickets to 2 Loire Valley Castles
- Round-trip transport by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Paris CityVision.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
HOTEL PULLMAN Paris BERCY
1 rue de Libourne, 75012 Paris
Metro Station : Cour Saint Emilion – Line 14 (Exit N°1 – 2)
BUS : N°24 + 111 + 109 Stop Terroirs de France
Meet our representative with a Paris City Vision sign, outside the hotel
(in front of the main entrance)