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Private Chenonceau, Chambord Minivan Trip from Paris Wine tasting

13 hours (ID: 162347)
France
Private Mercedes minivan Tiered Pricing

Overview

  • Hight quality Private Live-guided trip from Paris with Hotel Pick up included for 2 to 6 persons to the Top Loire Valley Castles: Chenonceau and Chambord, Tickets included. 
  • Mercedes Minivan air-conditioned, extra long with adjustable seats drives faster than a bus or minibus. You save up around two hours.
  • Duration of 13 hours - longer as usual. It is a very quiet day trip.. 
  • We bring You to the local Vinery where You can get explanations how it is being made for centuries and taste the wines (included).
  • This tour is also offered in Small-groups. 15 other Day trips from Paris in Small-groups and as Private Experiences by Clewel Travel.

Itinerary

07:30 Departure to Loire Valley

07:30 We pick-up You from the reception desk of Your hotel.
There is 245 km to drive on the highway. It takes 3 hours. The guide will give you general information about the French history connected to the Castles of Loire Valley.

 

10:45 - 12:15  Visit of Chateau de Chenonceau

10:45 - 12:15 Arrival at the Chenonceau castle. Visit of Chateau de Chenonceau. Time to enjoy the Castle and walking around the Castle taking pictures. Chenonceau is nicknamed the "ladies’ castle", remarkable for its feminine history of famous women of France such as Catherine de Medici as well as for its stunning architecture as well as unique aches over the River Cher.
12:15 Departure from the Chenonceau castle destination Amboise city for Lunch break. It takes just about 20 minutes.
 

12:45 to 13:30  Wine Tasting 

12:45 to 13:30  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. 
13:30 Departure to Amboise city
 

12:35 - 13:15: Wine Tasting

12:35 to 13:15: 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.
 

13:20 - 15:00: Lunch time in Amboise city

13:20 to 15:00: Lunch time in Amboise city near Chateaux d'Amboise.
In the main Pedestrian street of Amboise near the walls of Chateaux Amboise, you'll find many restaurants where you can have your lunch enjoying the views of a typical small French city. We can make a reservation of a good restaurant for You.
15:00 Departure from Amboise city to the Chambord Castle. It is about one hour drive on the national roads.
 

16:00 - 18:00 Visit of Chateaux de Chambord

16:00 - 18:00 Visit of Chateaux de Chambord. The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles because of its French Renaissance architecture. The building was constructed (1519–1547) by Francis I (Francois 1-er) and is nowadays the biggest castle with its 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces and 84 staircases. The castle is also known because of its open double-spiral staircase. The two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase.
Time for walking through the Gardens.
18:15 Departure to Paris. There are approx. 180 km to drive on highway. It takes 2,5 to 3 hours.
 

20:30 to 21:00 Coming back to Paris.

20:30 to 21:00 Coming back to Paris. Drop off at Your hotel.

What's Included

  • Visits of 2 to Loire Valley castles, tickets included
  • Mercedes E220/E300 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people
  • Wine tasting of 7 wines during local vinery visit
  • Professional Guide - Driver or Driver and Guide
  • All fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Gratuities and Souvenirs
  • Meals and Drinks