Private Chateaux Blois, Chaumont, Da Vinci Clos Lucé from Paris.
- Free cancellation up to 60 days before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English
About this experience
A high-quality Live-guided Private trip for 2 to 6 people to top Loire Valley Castles: Da Vinci Clos Lucé, Chaumont & Blois, tickets and Hotel Pick up included.
The duration is 13 hours - longer as usual.
Our Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seats drives faster than a bus and is more comfortable compared with cars so you'll save up a lot of time.
We bring You as well to the local Wine producer where You can get explanations how it is being made for centuries and taste local wines.
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What’s included
- Entrance tickets to Three Castles
- Mercedes E220 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people
- Professional Guide -l Driver
- Wine Tasting of 7 wines
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities and Souvenirs
- Meals and Drinks
Itinerary
- 1
07:30 Departure from Your hotel destination Loire Valley Castle
07:30 Pick-up from Your hotel and our Trip starts. There are 245 km to drive on highway by our comfortable air conditioned Mercedes minivan with adjustable seats. It takes about 3 hours. One stop will be made at the rest area. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history connected to the Castles of Loire Valley.
- 2
10:30 to 11:45 Visit of Leonardo da Vinci Chateau Clos Luce
10:30 to 11:45 Visit of Leonardo da Vinci Chateau Clos Luce where he lived last 3 years of his life. The Château du Clos Lucé is a castle located just 400 meters away from Château Royal d'Amboise to which it is connected by an underground passageway. Built by Hugues d'Amboise in 1471, the palace belonged once to the French king Charles VIII and afterwards to Leonardo da Vinci who lived there at the invitation of Francis I from 1516 until his death on 2 May 1519. Today it is a museum about Leonardo da Vinci's life, work and memory. 11:45 Departure for the Wine tasting.
- 3
12:00 - 12:50 Wine Tasting
12:00 - 12:50 Wine Tasting of minimum 7 wines at a local family vinery existing since many centuries. You will learn how wines have been making for centuries and have afterwords the wine tasting of local wines with explanations. 12:50 Departure to Amboise city for Lunch break.
- 4
13:00 - 14:30. Lunch break in Amboise
13:00 - 14:30. Lunch break in Amboise city where You'll find many restaurants and cafes. We can advise You or reserve for You a good restaurant in Amboise. 14:30 Departure to Chaumont sur Loire Castle. It takes just 20 minutes (17 km) driving along the Loire river.
- 5
14:50 to 16:10 Visit of Chateau de Chaumont
14:50 to 16:10 Visit of Chateau de Chaumont. The castle Château de Chaumont was founded in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 15th century by Charles I d'Amboise. Protected as a monument historique since 1840, the château became the French state ownership and is now open to the public. Catherine de Medici forced in 1559 Diane de Poitiers to accept the Château de Chaumont in exchange for the Château de Chenonceau. Diane de Poitiers spent here last 3 years of her life. 16:10 Departure to Blois. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the Blois city.
- 6
16:30 - 18:00 Visit of Chateaux Blois.
16:30 - 18:00 Arrival in Blois city and Visit of Chateaux Blois. The Royal Château of Blois is located in the center of Blois city. It was a residence of some French Kings, Joan of Arc also went there by 1429 to be blessed by the Archbishop of Reims before departing with her army to battle against the English. The castle comprises several buildings of four different architectural styles. There are 564 rooms in the castle, including 100 bedrooms with a fireplace in each, and 75 staircases. 18:00 Departure to Paris. There are approx. 180 km to drive on highway. One stop will be made at the rest area.
- 7
20:30 - 21:00 Coming back to Paris
20:30 to 21:00 Coming back to Paris full of impressions of a full Day Trip to Loire Valley and its Castles. Drop Off at Your hotel.
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 60 days before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum age
- 6+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 07:30
Know before you go
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Online payment by Credit cards, bank transfers, PayPal
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travelers can participate
- Near public transportation
- Comfortable shoes
- The tour takes place all year round, so dress for the weather
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 60 days before the experience starts.
- 60 days or more before: full refund
- Less than 60 days before: 96% refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 13 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 60 days before the experience starts. 60 days or more before: full refund · Less than 60 days before: 96% refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 6 or older.
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