Loire Valley Castles Day Trip
Loire Valley Castles Day Trip
We'll meet at the designated time in front of the Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy and head south toward the famous Loire Valley castles. The drive will take around 3 hours.
Our first stop is the Château de Chenonceau. Known as the Ladies' Castle, it was built in 1513 by Katherine Briçonnet, later remodeled by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici, and saved from the French Revolution by Madame Dupin. Its feminine legacy has kept it free from conflict, making it a place of rare peace and beauty.
From there, we'll continue along the Loire Valley to the Château de Chambord, the largest castle in the region and one of the most famous in the world thanks to its French Renaissance architecture. Construction began in 1519 on the orders of Francis I, who wanted it as a hunting residence. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.
Before moving on, we'll make a stop in the area for around 1 hour so you can grab lunch on your own.
To round off the day trip, we'll head to the Château de Cheverny, a Renaissance-style palace and UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley, it has belonged to the Hurault family, known in Blois since the 13th century. Its architecture also inspired cartoonist Hergé when designing the famous Château de Moulinsart in the Tintin comics. You're going to love it!
Finally, we'll make our way back to the meeting point in Paris, wrapping up this 13-hour 15-minute day trip.
Tour Options
During the booking process, you can choose the option you prefer, depending on how you'd like to do the day trip:
- Tour with a guide: an English-speaking guide will accompany you during the tour of the castles.
- Tour with an audio guide: you'll visit on your own, with an audio guide in English that will explain every detail.
- Self-guided tour: in this case, admission to the castles is included, and you can explore them at your own pace.
All options are the same length.
More Information
Duration
13h 15m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Return transportation by luxury air conditioned coach.
Official English speaking guide (depending on the option chosen).
Audioguide in English (depending on the option chosen)
Admission to the various castles.
Not included
Lunch.
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Paris City Vision Corporate name: CITYVISION SAS Registered Office: 83 Boulevard de Sébastopol, Paris, France Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): FR60421197005 Contact information Email: resa@pariscityvision.com Phone: +33 1 44 55 60 00 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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