Must see Castles

Chambord is the largest and the most impressive castle in the area, famous for its outstanding architecture and double-helix staircase. Located in the Sologne area in the largest enclosed game park of Europe, it is a celebration of the personality of King Francis I in the 16th century.

As a contrast, Chenonceau, which was known as “the Ladies’ castle” and built across the Cher river, is both delicate and feminine. Surrounded by amazing gardens, it is superbly furnished and decorated with paintings and flower arrangements. There, you will discover the intrigues of the royal French court.

Departures from : Paris, Tours, Amboise and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Renaissance Castles

Chenonceau, which was known as “the Ladies’ castle” and built across the Cher river, is both delicate and feminine. Surrounded by amazing gardens, it is superbly furnished and decorated. There, you will discover the intrigues of the royal French court.

Amboise is the castle where Leonardo da Vinci was buried after he died in 1519. He spent the last three years of his life in Clos Lucé after he was invited by King Francis I of France. Discover his universe and genius through 40 models of his famous machines designed by IBM.

Departures from : Paris, Tours, Amboise and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

A Royal Day

Blois will give you an amazing panorama of the Loire Valley architecture from 13th to 17th centuries. This castle welcomed 10 queens and 7 kings of France and the visit will fill you in on the secrets of the court and the wars of religion.

Or why not visit Chambord which is the largest and the most impressive castle in the area, famous for its outstanding architecture and double-helix staircase. Located in the Sologne area in the largest enclosed game park in Europe, it is a celebration of the personality of King Francis I in the 16th century.

Owned by the same family for 6 centuries, Cheverny is the most furnished château in the area. It is a symbol of the heart of French living, surrounded by a pretty English park. You will also have a chance to meet the pack of hunting hounds owned by the Marquis.

Departures from : Paris, Tours, Amboise and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Castles & Gardens

Azay-le-Rideau is a subtle blend of French tradition and innovative Italian influence. Built on an island on the Indre river in the 16th century, you will discover distinctly different atmospheres as the castle was occupied until the early 20th century.

The Villandry castle boasts some of the most outstanding gardens you may discover in Europe. Recreated in the early 20th century, they offer a perfect harmony with the renaissance château built in the 16th century for a very unique visit!

The fortress of Chinon will make you travel back to Middle Ages and teach you about the Plantagenêt dynasty and the meeting between Joan of Arc and the Dolphin of France.

Departures from : Paris, Tours, Amboise and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day

Wine Tour

With the Loire river, north meets south in this part of France and the region offers freshness and roundness as tradition and modernity.

Thanks to the mild climate and all the different “terroirs”, there is a wonderful diversity of wines : 50 appellations and PDO for 70 000 hectares of vineyards.

You will find a large choice among the delicious Rosés (refreshing, fruity and delicate), the easy-drinking or complex Reds and the Whites from dry to sweet. And of course, the wonderful sparkling wines produced like the champagne method. They are all perfect for food pairing and have a specificity because most are made with a single grape variety.

The Loire Valley wine production is made with 11 different types of grapes (Cabernet franc, Chenin blanc, Sauvignon, Malbec or Côt, Gamay……) and the wine makers will be happy and pride to welcome you to share their passion.

Your guide will give you a chance to experience something unique in the heart of outstanding landscapes, or in a spectacular troglodyte cellars.

Departures from : Paris, Tours, Amboise and surrounding areas

Vehicles : High end Mercedes Benz cars and vans

Duration : 8 hours approx. / day