Three-day tour “Full discovery of the Loire Valley chateaux”

Publié le Fri, 2013-02-22 11:41

DAY 1

11 am : Cruise on River Cher aboard a traditional boat to the arches of the Chateau of Chenonceau

Cruise on the peaceful waters of River Cher and enjoy a unique passage under the arches of the Chateau of Chenonceau.

12:30 pm : Lunch in a traditional restaurant

3 pm : Guided tour of the Royal Chateau of Amboise

Discover the Renaissance period in the Loire Valley, the Royal Chateau of Amboise abounds with historical stories as well as architectural elements. A total immersion into the History of France.

7.30 pm : Dinner in a traditional restaurant
Accommodation in a 2* or 3* hotel including breakfast

DAY 2

10 am : Guided tour of the Chateau and the gardens of Villandry

Discover this chateau which is a must of French Renaissance, magnified by splendid gardens à la Française and an impressive 3-acres large vegetable garden.

12.30 pm: Lunch in a traditional restaurant

2.30 pm : Guided tour of the Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau

Built of the banks of the River Indre, Azay is a masterpiece of French Renaissance, praised both by elegance of its exteriors and the majesty of its interiors.

4.30 pm : Guided tour of the underground site “Vallée des Goupillières”

Have a visit going back into the past and discover the life of farmers of the middle-ages, who lived for centuries in these underground farms, carved out of the rock.

8 pm : Dinner and evening in a traditional underground restaurant
Accommodation in a 2* or 3* hotel including breakfast

DAY 3

10 am : Guided tour of the Royal Chateau of Blois

Through several kings, intrigues and legends, Blois offers a panorama of the History of Art, symbol of both periods: Medieval and Renaissance.

12.30 pm : Lunch in a traditional restaurant

3 pm : Guided tour of the Chateau of Chambord

Penetrate the mysteries of the largest château of the Loire Valley, a gigantic fantasy of King François I, from its double spiral staircase to its impressive Renaissance terraces.