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Loire Valley Castles Day Trip from Paris with Complementary Wine

4.7 Great 4705 reviews
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13h
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English
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Ratings & Reviews

4.7
4705 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Best castles in our Day Trips comparison. Chambord and company with a glass of wine included: 4.68 from 4,705 reviews at €109 per person, the benchmark château day.

Trade-off: Two-hour ride each way.

Last checked: September 4, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

The most-reviewed Loire castles day here,4,705 ratings for the Chambord-and-company circuit with a glass of wine included at €109 per person. The benchmark Loire coach day.

From the guide

Step out of Paris and into the storybook landscapes of the Loire Valley, traveling in air-conditioned comfort through one of France’s most historic regions. Discover two iconic châteaux Chambord and Chenonceau with included entry, enjoy free time in the charming town of Blois, and savor a complimentary local wine experience at Chenonceau Castle.

Along the way, your expert English-speaking tour leader brings the journey to life with stories of French royalty, Renaissance architecture, and the countryside that inspired them.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 07:30
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 07:30. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Entrance tickets included to Château de Chambord and Château de Chenonceau
Free time to enjoy French cuisine and explore the town of Blois
Expert English-speaking tour guide and transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Complimentary local Loire Valley wine experience at Chenonceau Castle

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Guided visit inside Chambord and Chenonceau Castles

Itinerary

Loire Valley Stop 1
Discover the Loire Valley at a relaxed, unhurried pace on this full day escape from Paris. Rather than rushing through multiple castles, this thoughtfully designed itinerary gives you more time to explore two of France's most iconic châteaux, Chambord and Chenonceau, while also enjoying free time in the charming town of Blois and a complimentary local wine experience.
2h
Chateau de Chambord Stop 2
From Paris, you’ll head first to Chambord Castle. Disney fans will find this castle’s turrets familiar; it was the inspiration for the castle in ‘Beauty and the Beast’. Though originally conceived as a royal hunting lodge, it was built to a scale that must be seen to be believed. You’ll learn all about the castle’s captivating history from your guide, before getting your own chance to explore. Climb a staircase supposedly designed by Da Vinci; enjoy spectacular turret-framed rooftop views; glimpse wild deer around the grounds; and work up an appetite for the next stop.
1h 15m
Admission included
Chateau Royal De Blois Stop 3
Arriving in Blois, pass by the impressive Château Royal de Blois, a former royal residence that showcases four distinct architectural styles. Your guide will point out its highlights and share insights into its role in French royal history.
Pass by
Blois Stop 4
Having worked up an appetite, we'll get back on the bus and on to our next stop - the quaint town of Blois, where you’ll get some free time to enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants located around the beautiful and vibrant Square Louis XII.
1h 45m
Chateau de Chenonceau Stop 5
Last but not least is a visit to the elegant Chenonceau Castle. Your visit starts with a complementary wine tasting in the castle’s vaulted wine cellar. Then, carry on with a self-guided visit of the chapel, bedrooms and magnificent vaulted kitchens which are still furnished and decorated from times gone by, showing off the castle’s many sweeping stone carvings. Don’t miss the impressive main hall, which spans the river Cher, or the gardens cultivated by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici – two of the famous owners that earned Chenonceau the nickname ‘the Ladies’ Castle
2h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Meet you at the entrance to the Catacombes de Paris. He/She will be holding a sign up.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.

End point

Meet you at the entrance to the Catacombes de Paris. He/She will be holding a sign up.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.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child. Please note that our coaches aren’t equipped with ISOFIX anchor points and have limited availability for 3-point seat belts. By booking this tour, parents/guardians acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for ensuring their children are properly restrained.
  • Infants and children, no matter how young, must have a tour purchased for them in order to join the visit.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 109 / person