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Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire
Discover the best top things to do in Loir-et-Cher, France including Loire Valley Day Tour : Chambord, Chenonceau and a Family-Owned Chateau, Loire Castles Private Day Trip from Paris, LOIRE VALLEY: Your selection of three castles to visit (Day-trip from PARIS), Loire Valley Chateaux's from Paris, Private tour to Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceau from Blois, 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT Tour Loire Valley Wines and Castles, Leonardo DA VINCI 's Final Footsteps: Three Castles of The Loire Valley, 1-day private tours, Loire Valley Day Tour: Chambord & Chenonceau including lunch at a private castle, Loire Valley Three Top Castles Small-Group Day Trip with Wine Tasting.
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1. Loire Valley Day Tour : Chambord, Chenonceau and a Family-Owned Chateau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Jump into the heart of French history by visiting the 2 most prestigious châteaux of the Loire Valley. Let yourself be guided by your local expert and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views and benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes. Make the most of a restful break in a beautiful privately-owned castle still inhabited by the family… an exciting day!
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks, Entrance fees to the castles
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Lunch is not included. Participants will have a free-time in a chateau. They can either bring their own food or buy a sandwich/salad at a French Boulangerie where the guide will stop them on the road.
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
2. Loire Castles Private Day Trip from Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy a private Loire valley tour from Paris by visiting the charming castle of Chenonceau, the "Castle of the Five Ladies" You will then have a guided tour of the castle of Chambord (the largest of the Loire valley castles) a sumptuous Renaissance Palace created for King François 1st discover the double revolution staircase inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci Lunch in the historic town of Amboise (not included) where Da Vinci lived his last years and passed away.
Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from your Paris hotel, Private guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By tjdotson
My husband and I were on a short trip to Paris for his work. On the day he had mostly off, we had Frederic drive us to Bruges since we had never been to Belgium and the pictures looked amazing. After a very comfortable ride there, Frederic started a walking tour with us in the morning and we quickly realized the pictures did not do this quaint city justice! We felt like Disney had created this perfect little town for people to see. Frederic walked us around before we stopped for lunch together. He was going to leave us to dine alone but we asked him to join us because we enjoyed his company so much and we wanted to hear more about the city. After lunch, he gave us the option of having him continue to walk us around or we could explore on our own. We chose to explore on our own since we felt he had given us such a good overview that morning. We had plans to tour the Chocolate Museum but when we arrived, it was closed due to the time of year. We actually didn't mind much and we just spent the day wandering the beautiful streets around the canals and stopping for hot chocolate and waffles. I would highly suggest a visit to Bruges to feel like you have stepped back in time. Speaking of time, we toured in January and lucked out that it wasn't extremely cold. The crowds were very low so it was easy to wander the streets and sometimes we found ourselves the only ones exploring the small alleyways. I would definitely return to Bruges one day and would highly suggest taking this tour especially if it is your first visit or if you have very limited time in the city.
3. LOIRE VALLEY: Your selection of three castles to visit (Day-trip from PARIS)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
4. Loire Valley Chateaux's from Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Become royals while visiting the most prestigious châteaux’s in the Loire Valley. You will be guided through the meticulous paths of Château Chambord with its architecture reviving the centuries of the French renaissance build by King Francis I of France.Continuing onto the Château Chenonceau designed in the 1500’s, as you stroll through its gardens and fascinating architecture. Your guide will explain all the secrets during the time of the French Renaissance and how this château became a historical building for a district day out. Venez Discover, brings the best out of each place by meticulously crafting each tour exclusively while taking care of our environment. We aim to bring the love, passion and interest for our planet in each tour or service provided to you.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By CulturalTraveller19
Myself and my wife had a fantastic time our guide was very knowledgable and accommodating. Although, it was during COVID-19 we felt safe and appreciate the precautions which were taken by Versailles and Venez Discover during our tour.
5. Private tour to Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceau from Blois
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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
Reviewed By Mmarcello11
My girlfriend and I visited Blois-Chambord in March of 2020 to sight see and visit Chateaus. We took a taxi ride from a gentleman named Bruno Gaio to our AirBnB and he became our personal hero. He gave us exceptional recommendations on restaurants and useful travel tips and was extremely polite/respectful. The next day, we missed our train to Bordeaux so we decided to stay in Blois-Chambord one more day. Bruno was there to pick us up and take us anywhere we chose that day. He really went the extra mile for us- he drove us around all day and waited for us to explore the chateaus. He also took us to places we were unaware of (such as Leonardo de Vinci’s home-highly recommend). Bruno gave us mini history lessons on the castles and just made the day fun for us. We are extremely grateful for him and the company, Royal Connection. Don’t think twice about using this company and ASK FOR BRUNO!
6. 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT Tour Loire Valley Wines and Castles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
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)
7. Leonardo DA VINCI 's Final Footsteps: Three Castles of The Loire Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
To celebrate the fifth centenary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death, we invite you to follow in his footsteps to the magnificent Loire Valley where the genius chose to spend the last years of his life. You’ll marvel at the region’s sprawling landscapes and discover three of its architectural gems. Enter the Renaissance master’s universe at Clos Luce castle, visit his final resting place at Château d’Amboise and explore François premier’s palace at Chambord. Enjoy an immersive, 3D experience with the interactive HistoPad, savor a traditional lunch with drinks and travel in comfort with round-trip transport from Paris. Celebrate Leonardo da Vinci’s life and works 500 years after his death • Enjoy Da Vinci’s architecture and a dedicated exhibition • Visit the Renaissance master’s final resting place • Discover three castles of the Loire region – Clos de Luce, Chambord and Amboise • Explore Amboise and Chambord castles in 3D with HistoPad
Inclusions: Entrance ticket to Clos Lucé Castle and access to The Last Supper exhibit (between 06/06 and 09/08)., Entrance ticket to Amboise Castle with HistoPad and access to the exhibition., Entrance ticket to Chambord Castle with HistoPad., Lunch in Amboise with drinks included., Service of an experienced driver guide., Round-trip transport from Paris by minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Pick up and drop hotel
Reviewed By leannem578
***DO NOT USE THIS SERVICE*** TERRIBLE customer service. Have contacted them before the Covid pandemic asking for a refund. Did not receive it. Then Covid hit - asked MANY times via email for a refund. This trip was for 4 adults - for a cost of 476Euros. There have been so many emails - and they keep saying that a refund is in the works. First they said immediately, then they said 6 months. I cannot recommend this tour operator due to this blatant disrespect of their customers. I need these funds back. I was out of work for more than 8 months - and this is really unacceptable.
8. 1-day private tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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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9. Loire Valley Day Tour: Chambord & Chenonceau including lunch at a private castle
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 100 reviews
Jump into the heart of French history by visiting the 2 most prestigious châteaux of the Loire Valley. Feel the intimacy of a lesser known private family-owned château and enjoy a typical French lunch away from tourist groups. Let yourself be guided by your local expert and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived in Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views, benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes and make the most of this exciting day.
Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By carolinevbailey
What a wonderful day! The bike path along the river Cher was simply idyllic. Chenonceau castle is beautiful and the wine tasting was informative and welcoming. Picking up the bike and the using the navigation app was very straightforward. I was tired by the end; this was a full day activity. I enjoyed dinner in the charming centre of Amboise.
10. Loire Valley Three Top Castles Small-Group Day Trip with Wine Tasting
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 122 reviews
Enjoy a day in the French Countryside while you explore three remarkable Chateaux in the Loire Valley. Join a small group, day tour, from Paris and spend the day marvelling at the beautiful Renaissance castles of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise!
Inclusions: Small Group Tour limited to 8 people, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting, all entrance fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food
Reviewed By Pjrour995
the guide very well known as locals, we walked to the village of Marie Antoinette, we saw the lyon I absolutely enjoyed my time.
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