Day Trips

From Paris: Chambord & Chenonceau Guided Tour

Duration

13 hrs

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9:00am - 7:00pm

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Visit two iconic Loire Valley castles in one easy, expertly guided day trip from Paris.

Skip the lines at Chambord and Chenonceau and enjoy guided tours filled with history, drama, and royal secrets.

Climb Chambord’s da Vinci staircase and roam its rooftop terraces; stroll Chenonceau’s Medici Gallery spanning the River Cher.

Relax with round-trip AC coach transfers, free time in medieval Blois, and a wine tasting inside a castle cellar.

Upgrade to a small-group minivan for added comfort, more guide time, and unbeatable château views.

Expert English-speaking tour guide

Entrance ticket and reservation fee for all sites visited

Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach

Group of 25 or less

Wine tasting

Free time in Blois

Lunch

Entrance to Blois Castle

Hotel pick up/drop off

TOTAL DURATION12 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
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Start point
Catacombs of Paris
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1 hr 30 min by a/c bus
173 km
1. Chambord Castle
Tickets included
1 hr 15 min
Enjoy a self-guided tour of this hunting lodge–turned–palace, the largest castle in the Loire Valley. Climb the double-helix staircase, stroll the turreted rooftops, and take in views of Europe’s largest enclosed forest park. Fun fact: Its towers inspired the Beast’s castle in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (1991).
30 min by a/c bus
15 km
2. Blois
Free Admission
2 hr
45 min by a/c bus
44.3 km
3. Chenonceau Castle
Tickets included
2 hr
3 hr by a/c bus
232 km
End point
Catacombs of Paris
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

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A day of castles, history, and wine awaits in the Loire Valley, with seamless travel from Paris, guided tours, and free time to explore.

Getting started

Meet your expert English-speaking guide at a central location in Paris and board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach. Your tickets are validated before departure, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.

What to expect

Chambord Castle

The largest castle in the Loire Valley, Chambord is an architectural marvel with a unique double-helix staircase linked to Leonardo da Vinci.

Climb the famous staircase where two people can ascend and descend without crossing paths.

Head up to the terraces for sweeping views of the estate and surrounding forests.

Enjoy free time to explore the castle grounds, home to a thriving population of wild deer.

Stop in Blois

This charming town offers a mix of history and gastronomy, with the lively Square Louis XII at its heart.

Choose from cafes and restaurants serving classic French cuisine.

Visit the Royal Chateau of Blois, known for its blend of architectural styles and connection to Joan of Arc.

Chenonceau Castle

Spanning the Cher River, this elegant 16th-century castle is known as the “Ladies’ Chateau” for the women who shaped its history.

Walk through rooms adorned with period tapestries, intricate stone carvings, and antique furniture.

Explore its kitchens, including a vaulted pantry and staff dining area.

Stroll through Diane de Poitiers’ and Catherine de Medici’s gardens, filled with flowers and sculpted hedges.

Sample Loire Valley wines in a guided wine-tasting session at the castle.

Wrapping up

After you visit Chenonceau, board the coach for a relaxing return trip to Paris, arriving in the evening.

Additional information

For guests traveling with infants, it is recommended that they bring their child seat.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID to your guide.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your tour guide at Place Denfert Rochereau, outside the entrance to the Catacombs, (1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris, France).

To locate the meeting point on Google Maps, simply search for - Catacombs of Paris.

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Getting There

To arrive at the Catacombs by Metro please take Line 4 or Line 6 to the Denfert-Rochereau metro stop.

Exit using "Sortie 1" the entrance to the catacombs can be found directly across the street from this exit.

Validity

This ticket is valid on the date and time selected during checkout.

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