What would a trip to France be without escaping Paris for a day trip in the countryside? Take a break from the city bustle, and discover the magnificent castles of the Loire Valley. On this full-day tour from Paris, your guide will lead you through some of the region’s most stunning châteaux (French for “castles”). Marvel over the complexity of Loire Valley wines in a prestigious local vineyard and soak up the tranquility over a gourmet lunch served among the vines.
Numbers are limited to a maximum of 25 people when exploring the castles, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide. This tour also includes access to skip the long entry lines at Château de Chenonceau.
Numbers are limited to a maximum of 25 people when exploring the castles, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide. This tour also includes access to skip the long entry lines at Château de Chenonceau.
Highlights
- Wine-tasting day trip from Paris to the Loire Valley
- Visit Chateau de Chambord, Chateau de Chenonceau and Chateau de Nitray
- Skip-the-line access at Chateau de Chenonceau
- Gourmet lunch of fresh, home-cooked ingredients
- Wine-tasting at Nitray Vineyards
- Groups are limited to 25 people per guide
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Skip the Line: Chateaux du Chambord, Chenonceau and Loire Valley Wine-Tasting Day Trip from Paris
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LunchThe food and wine were wonderful our guide was charming and informative.Photo by: Meghan R10 2012 -
429372_10151130104643141_67443 ...Chenonceau and it's reflection. Midway through the river was the division between Vichy France and Free France during ...Photo by: Kinakerst10 2012 -
68724_10151130082073141_306648 ...Lunch at Chateau du Nitray. We had a delicious Cabernet Franc with lunch.Photo by: Kinakerst10 2012 -
2nd stop2nd chateau on our stop. Never went inside; good thing there was lunch and wine here!Photo by: Robert LUSA, 07 2012 -
Chateau ChambordChateau Chambord -- castle that Beauty and the Beast was based off of!Photo by: Robert LUSA, 07 2012 -
AhmedOur guide was wonderful.. Don't let his name fool you. He is Cuban from Miami. Thanks Ahmed.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Last viewWe were sorry to leave but dinner in Paris beckonedPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Chateau ChenonceauClassic postcard picturePhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
KitchenThe kitchen was one of the most impressive partsPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Chateau ChenonceauThe gate towerPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Nitray wineryInside the winery with Mr. Hubert. He described the processing.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Pigeon coopThe one tower was used as a pigeon roost.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Chateau NitrayIt has a real medievil feelPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
LunchPrepared and served by the familyPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Nitray WineryMr. Hubert greeting us and offering wine.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Cathedral in AmboiseThe scenery on the rout was outstandingPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
An old Roman aqueduct we ...Sorry for the reflection.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
From the topA view from amidst the many chimneysPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Ceramic ovenHeat here was a problem. One of the reasons it was never fully utilized.Photo by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
The gran staircaseThis is a double spiralPhoto by: Ken SUSA, 05 2012 -
Special Offer
Book before May 31, 2013, and save 14% on the recommended retail price.
Useful Information
Loire Castles and Wine Day Trip from Paris
After leaving Paris in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, your day trip of the wine and castles of the Loire Valley starts at Château de Chambord. This beautiful château was built in 1519 by King Francis I, who used it as a hunting lodge. Admire its French Renaissance architecture, luxurious furniture, ornamental ceiling vaults and astounding staircases, and keep an eye out for frolicking deer and wild boar as you stroll along the castle’s lush grounds.
Next, you’ll stop to enjoy a delicious lunch at the Nitray Vineyards at Château de Nitray. This is not your average box lunch -- you'll enjoy a home-cooked lunch of fresh, local French ingredients and sample some of the region’s best wines, including a crisp Sauvignon Blanc and a full-bodied Cabernet Rouge. Your guide will take you through the wine-tasting, pointing out the different flavors. You will end your visit with a tour of the vineyard.
Your final stop is Château de Chenonceau, an elegant 16th-century castle that is sure to steal your heart at first sight with its smooth white stone and intricately painted wooden door. Entry lines can be quite long here, especially in the peak summer season, but don’t worry! This tour includes skip-the-line access, so you don’t have to wait in the long queue. The interior of the castle is well-maintained with original stone carvings, immense tapestries and an intimate chapel. Almost equal in beauty are the castle grounds and many gardens, planted by the famous ladies who owned the Ladies’ Château and gave it its name.
Next, you’ll stop to enjoy a delicious lunch at the Nitray Vineyards at Château de Nitray. This is not your average box lunch -- you'll enjoy a home-cooked lunch of fresh, local French ingredients and sample some of the region’s best wines, including a crisp Sauvignon Blanc and a full-bodied Cabernet Rouge. Your guide will take you through the wine-tasting, pointing out the different flavors. You will end your visit with a tour of the vineyard.
Your final stop is Château de Chenonceau, an elegant 16th-century castle that is sure to steal your heart at first sight with its smooth white stone and intricately painted wooden door. Entry lines can be quite long here, especially in the peak summer season, but don’t worry! This tour includes skip-the-line access, so you don’t have to wait in the long queue. The interior of the castle is well-maintained with original stone carvings, immense tapestries and an intimate chapel. Almost equal in beauty are the castle grounds and many gardens, planted by the famous ladies who owned the Ladies’ Château and gave it its name.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by Lori S, May 2013
Although the weather was not co-operative our guide Adam made it a wonderful day. He was very knowledgeable and an excellent story teller. Lunch at the vineyard with the wine tasting was excellent. Highly recommend this tour.
Reviewed by David S, May 2013
It was just a fascinating day getting to learn about life in these chateaus. They were each very different experiences. Our guide really brought it all to life so that we got a real FEEL for these places. I would HIGHLY recommend this trip!
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