Loire Valley Castles Tour with Chambord and Chenonceau from Paris Discount Tickets

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Overview

Step back into the French Renaissance on this comprehensive full-day exploration of the Loire Valley, the "Garden of France." Departing from the heart of Paris in a climate-controlled coach, you’ll journey to three UNESCO World Heritage-listed masterpieces. Explore the romantic Château de Chenonceau, elegantly arched over the River Cher, followed by the refined 17th-century interiors of the privately-owned Château de Cheverny—the inspiration for Tintin’s Marlinspike Hall. The grand finale is the monumental Château de Chambord, commissioned by King François I and featuring the legendary double-helix staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci. This hassle-free tour includes all entrance fees and trilingual guide assistance, allowing you to discover these royal residences at your own pace while we handle all logistics.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Agency France Tourisme - Paris Tourism

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Model of the Renaissance traditions, the Chenonceau Castle is an architectural masterpiece. Known as the "Château des Dames", five women played a part to the interior decoration, making Chenonceau one of the most romantic castle in the Loire valley. The guide will introduce you to the history of the castle before your free time to stroll at your leisure through the sumptuous gardens.
Duration: 120 mins
2. Next comes Cheverny, 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.
Duration: 45 mins
3. 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.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

Round-trip transport

All Fees and Taxes

Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French)

Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens)

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by France Tourisme

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