From Paris: Loire Castles Day Trip by Coach With Wine Tasting
Travel in comfort on an air-conditioned bus to the Loire Valley and live like French royalty for a day. Visit two stunning castles and the quaint town of Blois. Taste local wine on a guided tour.
About This Activity
- FREE cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 13 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Live tour guide: English
Highlights
- See 3 fairytale Loire Valley castles in a day’s round-trip from Paris
- Visit the most recognizable Renaissance French Chateau, Chambord
- Listen as your tour guide provides entertaining commentary
- Taste local wines at the "Ladies" Chateau of Chenonceau
- Enjoy free time for lunch in the quaint town of Blois
FULL DESCRIPTION
Discover iconic castles on this bus day trip from Paris to the Loire Valley and explore Château de Chambord on a self-guided tour. Have free time in the charming town of Bloise and have the chance to visit Blois Castle on your own. Visit Château de Chenonceau for a self guided tour and wine tasting experience.
From Paris, head to Château de Chambord. Disney fans will find this castle’s turrets familiar; it was the inspiration for the castle in “Beauty and the Beast.” Though originally conceived as a royal hunting lodge, it was built to a scale that must be seen to b... Read more
Discover iconic castles on this bus day trip from Paris to the Loire Valley and explore Château de Chambord on a self-guided tour. Have free time in the charming town of Bloise and have the chance to visit Blois Castle on your own. Visit Château de Chenonceau for a self guided tour and wine tasting experience.
From Paris, head to Château de Chambord. Disney fans will find this castle’s turrets familiar; it was the inspiration for the castle in “Beauty and the Beast.” Though originally conceived as a royal hunting lodge, it was built to a scale that must be seen to be believed. Learn all about the castle’s captivating history from your guide before entering the castle. You can then visit the inside at your own pace on a self-guided visit. Climb a staircase supposedly designed by Da Vinci, enjoy spectacular turret-framed rooftop views, and glimpse wild deer around the grounds.
Having worked up an appetite, get back on the bus and continue on to the next stop: the quaint town of Blois. Take some free time to enjoy lunch (at your own expense) in one of the restaurants located around the beautiful and vibrant Square Louis XII.
Alternatively, grab a bite and visit the royal Blois Castle on your own, notable for its unique mix of medieval Gothic and neoclassical Renaissance architecture.
Last but not least is the elegant Château de Chenonceau. The chapel, bedrooms, and magnificent vaulted kitchens are still furnished and decorated from times gone by, showing off the castle’s many sweeping stone carvings.
Don’t miss the impressive main hall, which spans the river Cher, or the gardens cultivated by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici — 2 of the famous owners that earned Chenonceau the nickname “the Ladies’ Château”.
After a your visit, continue exploring or indulge in a wine tasting in the castle’s vaulted wine cellar. Your tour leader will entertain you between stops with insights and stories about the countryside and the nobility who once reigned over the region.
Three uniquely beautiful French castles and a wine tasting, all amid the stunning scenery of the Loire Valley — this memorable day trip from Paris will delight all the senses.
Availability
Included
- English-speaking guide for the whole day
- Skip-the-line ticket to Château de Chambord
- Skip-the-line ticket to Château de Chenonceau
- Wine tasting in Château de Chenonceau
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach
- Free time in Blois
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance to Blois Castle
- Guided tour inside of the Chambord and Chenonceau castles
- Lunch
Where?
Meet your guide at the entrance to the Catacombes de Paris. They will have a sign with the activity provider’s name on it: City Wonders.
Open in Google MapsFrequently Asked Questions
- Please note that the Caves des Dômes is fully closed from January 1st to February 3rd 2023. Therefore, you will visit another cellar allowing you to taste four regional wines
- Unfortunately, the wine tasting is not available on Sundays during that period
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Tips for guides providing excellent service are appreciated but never obligatory
- Not allowed: Baby strollers, luggage or large bags
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