Château de Villandry

Skip the long lines and enter the Royal Blois Castle and prepare to be amazed when you step onto the magnificent courtyard, surrounded by four buildings from 4 different eras.

Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing more than 300 remarkable artworks, including works by the famous artists Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Peter Paul Rubens, and Francois Boucher.

Explore more than 60 rooms at Chambord Castle and take in Chenonceau Castle's late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.

Take a stroll through Chaumont sur-Loire's traditional gardens, which feature plantings from China, Korea, and Africa; or visit the Villandry Castle and take in its elaborate patterns, serene Sun Garden, and geometrically precise Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

Did you know? The Royal Blois Castle is the only castle to be proud to have hosted no fewer than 10 queens and 7 kings of France.

With this ticket, explore the Villandry Castle in the Loire Valley, followed by a leisurely walk through the stunning gardens.

Walk in the footsteps of royalty at Villandry Castle as you explore the Great Hall, the dining room, the period-appropriate bedrooms, and the chapel.

Find yourself surrounded by the central keep, encircled by four impressive wings, creating a unique quadrangular layout.

Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.

Explore the Gardens of Villandry Castle at your own pace, renowned for their beauty, historical significance, and meticulous design.

Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

Take a walk through the Vegetable Garden, which serves as a practical demonstration of traditional French gardening techniques.

Ascend to the belvedere for a panoramic view, encompassing the distinct Maltese, Languedoc, and Basque Cross designs, along with fleur-de-lis motifs.

Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.

Discover the architectural and natural beauty of the Loire Valley on a full-day guided tour featuring castles, gardens, and local wines.

Step inside the romantic Azay-le-Rideau Castle, a gem of French Renaissance design set on an island in the Indre River.

Wander through the magnificent gardens of Villandry Castle, known for its ornamental flower beds, vegetable gardens, and tranquil water features.

Visit the historic town of Amboise, a hub for wine lovers, and enjoy a guided tasting of the region’s celebrated white, rosé, red, or sparkling wines.

Learn about winemaking from vine to bottle at a local Vouvray winery, touring underground cellars and sampling wines led by expert sommeliers.

Travel in comfort with round-trip transfers from Tours or Amboise in a small-group setting led by an English-speaking local guide.

Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.

Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.

Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).