Highlights
- Loire Valley castles and wine day trip from Paris
- Visit the magnificent Château de Chambord
- Gourmet lunch paired with Loire Valley wines
- Visit a family-run winery and taste authentic local wines
Description
Admire magnificent Renaissance castles and taste delicious Loire Valley wines on this full-day tour from Paris, accompanied throughout the day by a wine expert guide. Discover the impressive architecture of Château de Chambord and explore the diversity of Loire Valley wines.
Your day begins with an early-morning pick-up in Paris. Meet your guide and settle into a comfortable vehicle. On the way to the Loire Valley, enjoy a flaky croissant while your guide shares stories about the region’s winemaking heritage and history.
Your first stop is the iconic Château de Chambord. Enjoy an audio-guided visit and uncover the secrets of this splendid castle, constructed by King Francis I of France in the early 16th century. Take time to explore the château’s grand halls, its famous staircase, and the surrounding grounds.
Back in the van, enjoy a scenic drive through the lush, rolling vineyards of Touraine, Vouvray, and Montlouis-sur-Loire. Stop at a beautiful viewpoint to enjoy a glass of local wine, while your guide explains the grape varieties, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet Franc and the growing conditions, as you take in the colorful sunlit vineyards.
For lunch, savor a traditional gourmet meal served either at a winery or at a quality local restaurant. Your lunch is paired with a Loire Valley wine tasting, hosted by your tour guide, offering a perfect introduction to the region’s different wine styles.
In the afternoon, visit a family-run winery to discover an intimate approach to winemaking. Explore the estate and enjoy a tasting of red and white wines, experiencing authentic Loire Valley wines that are largely unavailable in the rest of the world.
At the end of the day, you will be dropped off in a well-connected area of central Paris in the evening, a perfect way to conclude a memorable day combining culture, landscapes, and wine in the Loire Valley.
Includes
At least 6 tasting during the day
Discover 1 to 2 wineries
Traditional French lunch at one of the wineries or at a local restaurant, paired with local wine
Entrance fees for an audio guided tour at Chambord Castle
An authentic masterclass led by your expert wine guide (depending on weather conditions)
The services of an English speaking & wine expert guide
Hotel pick-up at your accommodation in Paris
Drop-off in central Paris (Hotel de Ville)
A delicious freshly baked French Croissant and a bottle of water
Transportation in a comfortable minivan (with A/C, 8 people Max)
Excludes
Tips
Important Information
- Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. However, if you use a foldable wheelchair and have some level of mobility, please don't hesitate to contact us directly and we will do our best to arrange a tour that suits your needs.
Caves and wine cellars are usually quite cold and damp (45°F/10°C), so please remember to bring warm clothes.
The visited wineries may vary depending on availability and can be changed based on your preferences and requests, please contact us to arrange any special visits (special visits may affect prices).
Wine Passport reserves the right to cancel tours where the minimum (4 travelers) is not reached; an alternative or full refund will be offered.
Please let us know if you are joining our Winedays tour with others who booked separately, so we can make sure you are all grouped together.
Tours in Spanish and French are subject to availability: not all wineries or guides offer these languages.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
