From Amboise: Loire Valley Day Tour - Chambord & Chenonceau (Including Lunch at a Private Castle)
9 hours
From 09:30
Group 1+
English
9 hours
09:30
What you'll do
Explore Château de Chenonceau, an iconic monument on a bridge over the Cher River. Wander the "Catherine de Médicis" and "Diane de Poitiers" gardens, appreciating the feminine influence and refined architecture, followed by an authentic lunch at a hidden spot hosted by a local French Countess. Next, journey to Chambord, delving into its art and architecture with guided tours of emblematic rooms. Listen to intriguing anecdotes and discover hidden details. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Château de Chambord before returning to Amboise. This immersive tour promises a blend of history, beauty, and culinary delights in the heart of the Loire Valley.
Itinerary
- 1Duration: Approximately 9 hours
- 2Start Time: 9.30 am
- 3Group Size: tbc
- 4Meeting Point: In front of the Tourist Office of Amboise
- 5Château de Chenonceau:
- 6Arrive at the iconic Château de Chenonceau, spanning the Cher River.
- 7Explore the unusual castle built on a bridge, marveling at its architecture.
- 8Stroll through manicured gardens honoring "Catherine de Médicis" and "Diane de Poitiers."
- 9Appreciate the refined interiors, filled with antiques and fresh floral arrangements.
- 10Enjoy lunch at a hidden spot hosted by a permanent resident, a French Countess.
- 11Château de Chambord:
- 12Journey to Chambord and discover its majestic art and architecture.
- 13Explore emblematic rooms with guided tours, hearing intriguing anecdotes.
- 14Admire the striking view of Château de Chambord before departing.
- 15End Time: Approximately 6.30 pm
What's Included
- Authentic French lunch
- Driver and tour guide
- Transport in air-conditioned van
- English-speaking guide
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Additional food and drink
Meeting Points
Tourist Office Amboise Loire Valley (Quai du Général de Gaulle, Amboise, Centre-Val de Loire, 37400)
Notes
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Not recommended for people with heart condition
We kindly remind our visitors that it is stricly required to have a ticket in order to access our vans at the beginning of the tour, including children, infants, and pets. In the event of a child, infant or pet not being declared, we unfortunately won’t be able to accept any addition on the day of the tour.
Please note that for security and legal reasons, our tour is not accessible for children under 4 years old.
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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