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Loire Valley Castles Day Trip from Paris — Chambord, Chenonceau & More
The greatest concentration of Renaissance châteaux in the world — just 90 minutes from Paris
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€79/ person
Rating
★ 4.5(14,200)
Duration
Full Day · 12–13 hours
Rating
4.5 ★ (14,200 reviews)
Languages
English, Spanish, French, Italian, German
Group size
Max 50 people
About This Tour
The Loire Valley is France's château country — a 200km stretch of river lined with the most beautiful Renaissance castles in the world, all built as pleasure palaces for French royalty. This day trip from Paris visits the most iconic: the vast Château de Chambord (with its extraordinary double-helix staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci) and the supremely elegant Château de Chenonceau, built across the river Cher.
Highlights
- ✓Visit Château de Chambord, France's largest castle
- ✓Tour Château de Chenonceau, the 'Ladies' Castle'
- ✓Walk the banks of the Loire and Cher rivers
- ✓Expert guide with art history background
- ✓Round-trip transport from Paris
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Itinerary
Explore France's largest and most architecturally ambitious castle — 440 rooms and 365 fireplaces built by François I. See the famous double-helix staircase, possibly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, who lived nearby during its construction.
Visit the most visited castle in France after Versailles. Built by and for remarkable women — Catherine Briçonnet, Diane de Poitiers, Catherine de' Medici — it spans the Cher river on a series of graceful arches.
What's Included
- ✓Round-trip transport from Paris
- ✓Expert guide
- ✓Chambord entry
- ✓Chenonceau entry
Not Included
- ✗Lunch (wine-cellar picnics available at extra cost)
- ✗Gratuities
Insider Tips
The Loire Valley is spectacular in spring (May) and autumn (October) when the light is golden
Chenonceau has a restaurant inside the castle — book ahead if you want lunch there
This same tour operator also runs routes to Château d'Amboise and Château de Cheverny
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Chenonceau called the 'Ladies' Castle'?
Chenonceau was built, owned, and shaped primarily by women over 500 years — from its original architect Catherine Briçonnet to Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici, who famously competed for control of it.
Can I see Château d'Amboise or Versailles on the same tour?
This tour covers Chambord and Chenonceau. The same operator offers tours to Amboise and Versailles — check their full catalogue for combinations.
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