Chateaux and Gardens of the Loire

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Chateaux and Gardens of the Loire

Enjoy the overwhelming beauty and extravagance of the chateaux of the Loire, stroll through a sea of wildflowers, hidden labyrinths, along moats covered with water lilies in the harmonic palace gardens, and immerse yourself in fading memories of bygone love, heartfelt friendships and fateful secrets.

Suggested Programme

Day 1

Arrival and dinner at your hotel.

Day 2

Day 3

Enjoy an excursion to the Chateau de Chambord, the largest of the royal châteaux and truly outstanding in every way.

There are delightful features to look out for at Chambord including the double-return stairwell in the centre of the keep designed by Leonardo da Vinci, and the numerous turrets, spires and domes that adorn the roof terraces.

Spend your lunchtime in Blois, home of the Chateau de Blois, which was the main royal residence until Henri IV moved the court back to Paris, where you have some free time to explore this charming royal town.

Continue to the picturesque Chateau de Royal Blois, the residence of several French kings, where the Archbishop of Reims blessed Joan of Arc.

Day 4

We recommend visiting the magnificent Chateau d’Azay-le-Rideau, which is set on a romantic island in the middle of the Indre River.

Then travel to the medieval village of Chinon where the half-timbered houses, the royal fortress that towers over the village centre and the surrounding vineyards will delight you.

The highlight of this day will be the visit of the gardens of the Chateau de Villandry, one of the most beautiful gardens of Europe. You should not miss the sun garden, the water garden, the gardens of love or the vegetable garden.

Day 5

Day 6

Included Services:

5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Tours area
1 x Entrance to the Chateau de Chenonceau and its gardens
1 x Entrance to the Chateau de Valencay (incl. audio guide) and its gardens
1 x Entrance to the Chateau de Chambord and its gardens
1 x Entrance to the Château de Royal Blois
1 x Entrance to the Chateau d’Azay-le-Rideau
1 x Entrance to the gardens of the Chateau de Villandry
1 x Entrance to the Clos de Luce
1 x Wine tasting in Vouvray

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Chateaux and Gardens of the Loire