• Paris - 07:30 Meet at the Opera Garnier Steps or enjoy a hotel pick-up if pre-arranged. Travel 180 km on the highway in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first destination, Castle Chambord. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours, including a rest stop. The guide will provide insights into the French history associated with the Loire Valley Castles.
• Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 11:30 Explore Chateau Chambord. The guide will share the castle’s history and construction details. Known for its French Renaissance architecture, the Château de Chambord was 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, possibly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, where two spirals ascend three floors without intersecting.
  18:15 Head to the Wine Tasting. The drive takes 1 hour (60 km).
• Plou Et Fils - 12:30 Enjoy a wine tasting of at least 7 wines at a local family winery with a rich history. Discover the centuries-old wine-making traditions and savor local wines with detailed explanations.
  13:15 - 14:30 Lunch in Amboise city, where numerous restaurants and cafes await. Recommendations or reservations at a fine restaurant can be arranged.
• Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 14:30 to 15:40 Enjoy skip-the-line access with a guide to Chateau d’Amboise, using a Histopad to learn about the castle’s history and each room. Amboise, a grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII, showcases the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Discover the castle’s history as a birthplace of princes, a royal residence, and the final resting place of the great Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci, whose grave is in the chapel. Depart for Chenonceau castle, a 20-minute drive away.
• Chateau de Chenonceau - 16:00 to 17:10/17:30 Enjoy skip-the-line access to Chateau Chenonceau and its gardens. The guide will narrate the castle’s history and construction. A brochure with room explanations is also provided. Known as the “ladies’ castle,” Chenonceau is celebrated for its association with notable French women like Catherine de Medici and its breathtaking architecture, including unique arches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens, featuring over 130,000 flowering plants, are equally impressive.
  Note: Departure is at 5:10 pm in low season and 5:30 pm in high season due to the castle’s opening hours.
  Return to Paris, a journey of about 3 to 3.5 hours (245 km).
• Paris - 20:30 to 21:00 Arrive back in Paris with a drop-off at your hotel.

• Winery visit with wine tasting of 7 wines
• Professional Guide - Driver
• Bottled water
• Entrance tickets to Three Castles
• All Fees and Taxes
• Mercedes E220/E300 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people

• Gratuities and Souvenirs
• Meals and Drinks

Experience a high-quality, private, live-guided full-day tour from Paris to the top three Loire Valley Castles: Chenonceau, Amboise, and Chambord. Tickets are included, along with convenient door-to-door pickup from any location in Paris. Travel in style with a Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes E220, saving approximately two hours of travel time. The tour lasts 13 hours, offering an extended experience.

Visit a local winery to learn about traditional wine-making processes and enjoy wine tasting, all included in the tour. This excursion is also available for small groups. Clewel Travel offers 15 other day trips from Paris, available in small groups or as private experiences.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.