Paris — Chambord — Amboise — Chenonceau

Paris - 07:30 Hotel pick-up and departure to the Loire Valley. Travel 180 km on the highway in our comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first stop, Castle Chambord. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours with a rest stop. The guide will provide general information about the French history related to the Loire Valley castles.

Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 12:00 Explore Chateau de Chambord. The guide will share the history and construction details of the castle. The Château de Chambord is renowned for its French Renaissance architecture. Built between 1519 and 1547 by Francis I, it is the largest castle with 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases. The castle is famous for its open double-spiral staircase, where the two spirals ascend three floors without meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed this staircase. 11:45 Departure to Amboise city, a 1-hour drive (60 km).

Amboise - 13:00 - 14:00 Enjoy a lunch break in Amboise city, where there are numerous restaurants and cafes. Recommendations or table reservations at a good restaurant can be provided.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 14:00 - 15:30 Guided visit to Chateau Royal d’Amboise. 15:30 Departure to Chateau de Chenonceau.

Chateau de Chenonceau - 16:00 to 18:00 Enjoy skip-the-line access to Chateau de Chenonceau and its gardens. The guide will narrate the history and construction of the castle. A brochure with explanations of each room will also be provided. Chenonceau, known as the “ladies’ castle,” is notable for its association with famous French women like Catherine de Medici and its stunning architecture, including unique arches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens, with over 130,000 flowering plants, are sure to impress.

Amboise - 18:30 Hotel accommodation in Amboise city or Tours city.

Amboise — Chablis — Wine Tastings at 4 Domains — Reims

Amboise - 07:30 Departure from your hotel in Amboise to Chablis. The journey takes 3.5 hours (280 km) with a rest stop.

Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard - 11:00 - 12:15 Arrive in the Chablis area. Visit Jean-Marc Brocard Domaine, surrounded by vineyards, for a cave visit and wine tasting of 5 wines with cheese: Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. The experienced staff will explain the wine-making process in Chablis and highlight the differences between Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru.

Chablis - 12:15- 13:30 Lunch break and free time in Chablis village. Enjoy the small town or have a gastronomic lunch reserved for you. Payment is made directly to the restaurant.

Maison Regnard - 13:30 - 14:30 Guided visit at Maison Chablis Régnard, founded in 1860, with 5 wine tastings. Learn about the wine-making process, Chablis wine classification, visit the cellars, and enjoy a tasting experience led by the sommelier of this renowned Chablis house: Petit Chablis, Chablis Village, Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Grand Cru.

Domaine Celine & Frederic Gueguen - 14:45 - 15:45 Wine tasting by a local Chablis wine producer, featuring a minimum of 5 Chablis wines: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru.

La Chablisienne - 16:00 - 17:00 Visit the famous La Chablisienne cooperative. Enjoy 5 wine tastings with explanations by the house sommelier: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. 17:00 Departure to Reims, a 2.5-hour drive (200 km).

Reims - 19:30 Arrival in Reims. Hotel accommodation.

Moet et Chandon — Veuve Clicquot — Reims Cathedral — Hautvillers — Paris

Moet Et Chandon - 10:00 - 12:00 Arrive in Epernay. At Moet et Chandon, choose from three options including a guided underground cellars visit and tasting of 2 glasses of Champagne:

• BASIC Option: “L’Imperial” Experience, up to 19 people, 1.5 hours.
• MOST POPULAR Option: “SIGNATURE” Experience, up to 15 people, 1.5 hours. Guided cellars visit with tastings of 2 glasses of Champagne: Moët Imperial and Grand Vintage.
• ADVANCED Option: “Grand Vintage” Experience, up to 10 people, 1.5 hours. Guided cellars visit with tastings of 2 glasses of Champagne: MOËT Grand Vintage Blanc, MOËT Grand Vintage Rose. Moet et Chandon is the world’s largest Champagne producer, with a bottle opened every second worldwide.

Epernay - 12:00 - 13:30 Lunch break in Épernay at a local classic French restaurant. Known as the Champagne Capital of France, Épernay is surrounded by wine hills and home to many prestigious champagne houses. It is a must-visit for wine and champagne enthusiasts. The Avenue of Champagne attracts numerous tourists. 13:30 Departure to Hautvillers village, a 10-minute drive (6 km).

Hautvillers - 13:40 - 14:10 Visit the Abbey’s Church of Sindulphe of the Abbey Saint-Pierre d’Hautvillers, a former Benedictine monastery founded in 665 and active until the French Revolution in 1789. Dom Perignon developed wine-making methods in the Champagne region. Today, there are 26 local Champagne producers in the village. 14:00 Stop at the viewpoint for panoramic views over the vineyards and Marne river. 14:10 Departure to Reims, a 30-minute drive (28 km).

Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin - 14:45 - 16:15 Visit the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house, established in 1772, which now produces over 22 million bottles annually. A guided tour through the cellars by Veuve Clicquot staff provides insight into the history and Champagne production methods. The experience is completed with a tasting of 2 glasses of Champagne. Various experiences are offered by Veuve Clicquot: Option BASIC, Option MOST POPULAR, Option ADVANCED. 16:15 Departure to Reims Cathedral, a 5-minute drive (2 km).

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims - 16:30 - 17:00 Visit Reims Cathedral, where most French kings were crowned. 17:00 Departure to Paris, a 2-hour drive (144 km).

Paris - 19:30 Return to Paris. Drop-off at your hotel.

• Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms for two nights with breakfast
• Mercedes E220 business class car for 2-3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3-7 people
• Live-guided tours
• Tiered pricing
• Hotel Pick up & Drop off
• All Fees and Taxes included
• Bottled Water provided
• Moet et Chandon Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings
• Guided Visit of 3 Castles: Chambord, Amboise, Chenonceau (tickets included)
• Veuve Clicquot Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings
• Wine tastings in Chablis at 4 Domains of total 20 Wines including 1-er Cru & Grand Cru

• Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks

Experience a premium 3-day live-guided private tour featuring 9 attractions, traveling in a Mercedes. This tour is perfect for those eager to explore French Renaissance culture and architecture by visiting the three most popular Loire Valley Castles. Additionally, delve into the world of wine and champagne production with visits to local producers. Enjoy guided cellar tours at prestigious Champagne houses, Moet et Chandon and Veuve Clicquot. Savor Chablis wine tastings with guided visits to four domains in Chablis, sampling a total of 20 glasses, including 1-er Cru and Grand Cru. Discover the secrets of Champagne production during guided cellar tours at Moet et Chandon and Veuve Clicquot, and indulge in Champagne tastings.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.