Excursions & day trips

Loire Valley Castles and wine tasting day trip from Paris

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£127.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll visit the iconic Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau
It's a perfect blend of history, architecture and countryside scenery
You'll enjoy free time to explore the charming town of Blois
The insights of an expert guide bring the Loire Valley's history to life
You'll have the option to enjoy a regional Loire Valley wine tasting

What to expect

Leave Paris behind for a day and discover the beauty, history and architecture of the Loire Valley. Travel by air-conditioned coach to two of the region’s most iconic Renaissance castles, accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.

The first stop is Château de Chambord, one of the largest and most impressive castles in the Loire Valley. After an introduction to its royal history, enjoy time to explore the castle independently, admiring its magnificent rooms, remarkable staircases and panoramic terraces. Continue to the historic town of Blois, where you'll have free time to purchase lunch, stroll through the town centre or simply enjoy its charming atmosphere.

In the afternoon, visit the elegant Château de Chenonceau, beautifully spanning the River Cher. Discover its richly decorated interiors, fascinating history and magnificent gardens during a self-guided visit. Depending on the departure date and option selected, the experience can also include a tasting of regional Loire Valley wines in the Chenonceau area.

Relax on the return journey to Paris after a memorable day exploring some of France’s most celebrated castles and landscapes.

What's included

Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Entrance ticket and reservation fee to Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau
All transfers in an air-conditioned coach

What's not included

Entrance to Blois Castle
Lunch

Where

1ter Place Denfert-Rochereau, 75014 Paris, France

Meeting point:

Meet your guide 15 minutes before departure at the entrance to the catacombs. He/she will be holding a sign up to identify themselves. To arrive at the Catacombs by Metro, please take Line 4 or Line 6 to the Denfert-Rochereau metro stop and exit using “Sortie 1”; the entrance to the Catacombs can be found directly across the street from this exit.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour is unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance

Not allowed:

For the comfort of all passengers, hot beverages and food are not permitted on the bus
Luggage or suitcases are not allowed on the tour, as storage on the bus cannot be guaranteed

Know in advance:

Wine tasting is included on all departures until 31 December 2026. For departures from 1 January 2027, options are available with or without wine tasting
Please select your preferred option when booking. Both options include admission to Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau, an English-speaking guide, and round-trip transportation from Paris
It's recommended that clients travelling with young children aged 2 or above bring their own child seat. Infants aged 0–1 should travel on a parent’s lap. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child
Itinerary and wine tasting sessions are subject to change, including maybe not being available on Sundays
Castle interiors are explored independently, with historical introductions and assistance from your guide throughout the day
The entrance to and tours within Blois Castle are not included in this ticket

Remember to bring:

All travellers must carry a valid physical photo ID

Provider

City Wonders

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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