Loire Valley & Wine Experience - 3 days
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Tour Overview
Discover the Loire Valley on a three day escape that starts and ends in Paris. Travel by minivan to grand châteaux and storybook towns – expect to see Chambord’s vast Renaissance masterpiece and Blois with its royal history, then enjoy a cellar tour and tasting at a family winery. You’ll visit Chenonceau straddling the River Cher and stroll its elegant gardens, explore Amboise with Leonardo da Vinci’s legacy at Clos Lucé, and unwind at a château hotel. On the final day you’ll admire Villandry’s celebrated gardens, sample local wines, and step inside Chaumont before the easy journey back to Paris.
Start
Paris
End
Paris
Destination
Paris
Days
3
Pace
Medium
Range
Private
Max Group Size
Min 6 - Max 0
Min Age
6
Trip Code: LVWE3
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Chambord - Explore Château de Chambord’s Renaissance halls and the famous double-spiral staircase, possibly designed by Leonardo da Vinci
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Blois - Visit the Royal Château of Blois, a former royal residence blending four architectural styles in one striking complex
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Loire Valley - Taste regional wines at a family-run winery and learn traditional methods during a guided cave and cellar visit
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Chenonceau - Admire Château de Chenonceau’s elegant arches over the River Cher and gardens linked to powerful women of the French court
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Amboise - Discover the Royal Château d’Amboise, where French kings lived and Leonardo da Vinci is buried in the chapel
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Clos Lucé - Step into Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci’s final home, and see exhibits inspired by his inventions and ideas
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Villandry - Wander Château de Villandry’s ornamental gardens, laid out in precise geometric patterns across decorative terraces
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Chaumont-sur-Loire - Uncover Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire’s medieval origins and its connection to Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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