Small-Group Tour to Chambord and Chenonceau Chateaux with Lunch at a Family Chateau from Amboise
Amboise, France
Trip Type: Day Trips
Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
Discover the Loire Valley and visit its two most prestigious castles in one day: impressive Château de Chambord and stunning Chenonceau. Learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views thanks to your local guide, benefit from a wealth of information and funny anecdotes and make the most of this full-day tour. One of the highlights is a restful lunch away from tourist groups in a beautiful privately-owned castle still inhabited by the family.
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Discover the Loire Valley and visit its two most prestigious castles in one day: impressive Château de Chambord and stunning Chenonceau. Learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views thanks to your local guide, benefit from a wealth of information and funny anecdotes and make the most of this full-day tour. One of the highlights is a restful lunch away from tourist groups in a beautiful privately-owned castle still inhabited by the family.Start at the Tourist Office in Amboise and head to Chambord by minivan. More than a castle, this work of art is a glorious historical place that will take you to the heart of the Loire Valley: your guide will make this trip back in time a fun and captivating experience. Your guide will select for you the most emblematic rooms to visit and share with you memorable anecdotes. They will point to hidden details of interest, and will show you breathtaking views of the castle. Then enjoy a coffee break in Chambord Park, with the castle right in front of your eyes.
Lunch will take place off the beaten path. You will enjoy tasty local food in the tiniest of all Loire Valley castles. Hosted by the French Countess who lives there permanently, indulge in the nice and cozy atmosphere and feel like the owner of the place!
Next step is Chenonceau. On the dive there you will pass by some of the must-see castles of the French Valley of the Kings: Chaumont, Amboise, Clos Lucé. Château de Chenonceau is the most visited historical monument in France. Admire this unique castle built on a bridge across the Cher River. With your guide, stroll through the gorgeously-manicured gardens à la Française named after the famous ladies who lived in the castle: "Catherine de Médicis" and "Diane de Poitiers". Take your time to appreciate the refined architecture and feminine influence that prevails in each room of this renowned castle, all decorated with beautiful antiques and fresh flower arrangements. After the visit, your tour-guide will offer you to share an aperitif with local products in a secret little corner of the park which has a striking view of Château de Chenonceau.
At around 7pm head back to Amboise.
Lunch will take place off the beaten path. You will enjoy tasty local food in the tiniest of all Loire Valley castles. Hosted by the French Countess who lives there permanently, indulge in the nice and cozy atmosphere and feel like the owner of the place!
Next step is Chenonceau. On the dive there you will pass by some of the must-see castles of the French Valley of the Kings: Chaumont, Amboise, Clos Lucé. Château de Chenonceau is the most visited historical monument in France. Admire this unique castle built on a bridge across the Cher River. With your guide, stroll through the gorgeously-manicured gardens à la Française named after the famous ladies who lived in the castle: "Catherine de Médicis" and "Diane de Poitiers". Take your time to appreciate the refined architecture and feminine influence that prevails in each room of this renowned castle, all decorated with beautiful antiques and fresh flower arrangements. After the visit, your tour-guide will offer you to share an aperitif with local products in a secret little corner of the park which has a striking view of Château de Chenonceau.
At around 7pm head back to Amboise.
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