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Loire Valley Castles Guided Day Trip from Paris in Minivan
(44) Reviews
Chenonceaux
About
Step into the French Renaissance on a full-day escape from Paris to the Loire Valley, home to some of the country’s most breathtaking châteaux. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and enjoy a small-group experience designed to fit the essentials into one smooth day: Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny. Your guide sets the scene and shares the stories outside each château, then you’ll explore inside at your own pace with entry tickets included for the 3 castles and their gardens—so you get both context and freedom. From the elegant arches of Chenonceau over the Cher River to the epic silhouette of Chambord and the refined charm of Cheverny (famous for inspiring Tintin’s Moulinsart)...
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned Minivan
Driver/guide
Round-trip transport
Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French)
Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens)
Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend the best places to eat during the visit.
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
6 Rue de l'Amiral de Coligny
FRANCE TOURISME / PARIS TOURISM Agency
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Loire Valley Castles Guided Day Trip from Paris in Minivan
(44) Reviews
Chenonceaux
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About
Step into the French Renaissance on a full-day escape from Paris to the Loire Valley, home to some of the country’s most breathtaking châteaux. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and enjoy a small-group experience designed to fit the essentials into one smooth day: Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny. Your guide sets the scene and shares the stories outside each château, then you’ll explore inside at your own pace with entry tickets included for the 3 castles and their gardens—so you get both context and freedom. From the elegant arches of Chenonceau over the Cher River to the epic silhouette of Chambord and the refined charm of Cheverny (famous for inspiring Tintin’s Moulinsart)...
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned Minivan
Driver/guide
Round-trip transport
Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French)
Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens)
Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend the best places to eat during the visit.
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
6 Rue de l'Amiral de Coligny
FRANCE TOURISME / PARIS TOURISM Agency
Return
Itinerary
1
Chateau de Chenonceau
Your first stop is the Loire’s most romantic icon: Chenonceau, famously known as the “Château des Dames.” Set over the Cher River, it’s instantly recognizable for its graceful arches and elegant silhouette. You’ll have time to explore the château at your own pace, moving through richly decorated rooms and taking in the unique riverside setting that makes Chenonceau feel unlike any other château in France. Don’t miss the gardens—designed in a way that reflects the château’s refined, intimate character and the women who shaped its history.
2 hours
2
Chateau de Cheverny
Next comes Cheverny Castle, a refined, welcoming château known for its beautifully preserved interiors and classic French elegance. It offers a different vibe—less monumental than Chambord, but wonderfully “lived-in” and polished. Cheverny is also famous in popular culture: it inspired Hergé’s Moulinsart in the Tintin comics.
1 hour
3
Chateau de Chambord
Your final stop is the Loire Valley’s most majestic showpiece: Chambord, the largest and most spectacular château in the region. This is pure Renaissance grandeur—towers, terraces, and a skyline that looks like a fairytale city built on a roof. Inside, you’ll explore freely and discover the château’s most famous feature: the intricate double-helix staircase, often attributed to Leonardo da Vinci. Chambord is about scale and ambition—take your time to appreciate how monumental and visionary this place feels. It’s the perfect final chapter of the day—charming, cultured, and easy to enjoy before heading back to Paris.
