Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Blois, Centre-Val de Loire

Eat. Drink. Love. Based in the royal city of BLOIS, we welcome you to our 19th century Maison Bourgeoise for a journey back in time. Our accommodation is the central point from where we will stroll around. Eat: Enjoying lunch in a typical French restaurant, taking in splendid views of the Loire river. Drink: Sylvain GAMARD is a 3rd level WSET graduate with expertise in wine. Wander in the vineyards of the greatest, where you will be explained the wine process, proper wine selection and tasting. It's an opportunity to discover some hidden gems you’ll want to take back home! Love: A stay on the banks of the Loire must include visits to the largest castles! Chambord, Cheverny, Chenonceau are must sees! We will narrate the History of France by its wines, which have been the main contributor to the Greatness of France.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Lunch, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Taxi to and from airport (optional at 60 euros per person one-way)

IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. THE LOIRE VALLEY CASTLES -By booking this tour, we give you the opportunity to build your own itinerary. When booking, you must specify the 3 castles you want to include in your day from the following list: 1) CHAMBORD 2) CHEVERNY 3) AMBOISE / CLOS LUCE 4) BLOIS 5) CHENONCEAU 6) CHAUMONT 7) VILLANDRY 8) AZAY THE RIDEAU. 07.30 am Pick up at your hotel (Paris) and private transfer to Austerlitz train station 08:24 am | Departure of the train for Orléans (one hour) 09:32 am | Meet with your local guide who will drive his own vehicle En route to your first stop CASTLE #1. 12h30 | Lunch in a restaurant 02:00 pm | Visit of CASTLE # 2 03:00 pm | Visit of CASTLE # 3 06:28 pm | Transfer to Orléans station 07:34 pm| Arrival in Paris and private transfer to your hotel.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, R/T train tickets to avoid the trafiic jams, Tickets admission in the 3 castles you have selected

Exclusions: Drinks and extras

This tour includes a round trip TGV train ticket from Paris, do not waste hours in a bus in the middle of the traffic. Sleep one night in a private château or troglodyte suite. Visit the famous castles of: Chambord, Blois, Amboise, the Clos Lucé with your French American guide and taste the delicate wines of the region. Everything is included: round trip train tickets from Paris, Loire Valley transportation, tour guide, castle entrances, breakfast, lunch, gourmet diner, wine tour & tastings and accommodation. The following day you are returned to the train station on your way back to Paris. This is a small group, limited to 6 persons max. You also be treated to sleeping in your own private chateau for the night. This tour is run by Luc Bonhomme, owner and former Loire valley wine importer for the USA. By the end of the tour, you will have gain a good knowledge of the Loire valley wines. Read more about this special two-day Loire Valley experience!

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast is included

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Eat. Drink. Love. Based in the royal city of BLOIS, we welcome you to our charming 19th century Maison Bourgeoise for a journey back in time. Our accommodation (French breakfast included) is the central point from where we will stroll around. Eat: Enjoying Michelin-star restaurants, taking in splendid views of the Loire and its castles. Drink: Sylvain GAMARD is a 3rd level WSET graduate with expertise in wine. Wander in the vineyards of the greatest, where you will be explained the wine process, proper wine selection and tasting. It's an opportunity to discover some hidden gems you’ll want to take back home! Love: A stay on the banks of the Loire must include visits to the largest castles! Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise, but also many other wonders ... we will narrate the History of France by its wines, which have been the main contributor to the Greatness of France.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, 1 night accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Taxi to and from airport (optional at 60 euros per person one-way)

Specialized in the tourist transport of travelers by private vehicle, I propose you to let yourself be transported by a multilingual driver (French, English, Spanish, Portuguese) recognized for his sympathy and his professional fluency.

Inclusions: Skip the line acces

Exclusions: Entrance fees to the castles

During this private full-day tour, a French guide passionate about wine and history will help you discover the Loire in a different way, that is to say through the wine!

Inclusions: Dessert entree with a glass of wine at a local brewery, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Specialized in the tourist transport of travelers by private vehicle, I propose you to let yourself be transported by a multilingual driver (French, English, Spanish, Portuguese) recognized for his sympathy and his professional fluency.

Inclusions: Multilingual driver

Exclusions: Entrance fees to the castles

Explore the historic castles of the Loire Valley on this small-group day tour to Blois, Cheverny, and Chambord from Tours, France. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Château de Chambord, Château de Cheverny, and Château de Blois, and explore the suites and apartments with a guide. Admire medieval, Gothic, Renaissance, and classical architecture, and gain insight into centuries of rich French history. Sample local wine in the Cour-Cheverny winemaking region, at an organic domain. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour — limited to eight people.

Inclusions: Round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan, Guide, Wine-tasting

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch

Expert in wine and passionate about history Sylvain Gamard makes you discover the region in a very private way by taking only small groups (up to 8 people). You will emerge from this experience by knowing the wine better, and how the History of France is closely linked to wine!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Housing

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Ready for a road trip that you’ll never forget? Hop on your local host’s car and head for the open road on your way to the beautiful Loire Valley! On this day trip from Paris, you’ll get to experience the very best of the French countryside and its hidden gems only the locals know about and soaking up the region's rich history as you go. This picturesque experience will take you to the cities of Chambord, Blois, Amboise, and Chenonceau, along with several smaller towns along the way. Visit Chateau de Chenonceau, a French chateau found on the banks of the River Cher. Prepare yourself; this scenic castle will give you instant fairytale vibes.

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Toll fees, Entrance tickets

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