From Paris: Small-Group Tour of Loire Castles
About This Experience
This one is priced per group rather than per person — $2,754 for up to eight people, which works out near $344 each at full capacity and a great deal more if there are four of you. Read the price that way before comparing it with anything else on this page.
The route is Cheverny, Chenonceau and Chambord, with entrance tickets to all three. Cheverny first, the 17th-century house where the Mona Lisa and other works were hidden during the Second World War, and the best-furnished interior of the three. Then Chenonceau, the château of the six women, and finally Chambord for the double-helix staircase and the royal apartments of François I and Louis XIV.
Because you are buying the vehicle rather than a seat, this behaves like a private tour for a family or a group of friends and like an expensive one for a couple. Lunch is bought together along the way and is not included.
Highlights
- Enjoy small groups on this day tour in the Loire
- Discover the lavish Cheverny Castle
- Admire the famous double helix staircase at Chambord Castle
- Learn about the 6 women of Chenonceau
- Explore the royal chambers of François I and Louis XIV at Chambord Castle
What's Included
- ✓ Round-trip transport from a central Paris departure point, for up to 8 people
- ✓ Entrance tickets to Cheverny, Chenonceau and Chambord
- ✓ A visit to Château de Chenonceau and its gardens
- ✓ A visit to Château de Chambord, including the royal apartments
- ✓ A visit to Château de Cheverny
- ✓ Commentary available in English, French, Spanish or Portuguese
Not Included
- Lunch, which the group buys together along the way
- Hotel pickup, except on the private booking options
- Tips
What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes
Good to Know & Caveats
- Pickup is only included in the private options
- The local guide reserves the right to change or cancel some of the circuits without any advance notice
- The pickup time indicated on the voucher is approximate and may vary up to 30 minutes according to the traffic in Paris
Not Suitable For
- Wheelchair users
Meeting Point
A central Paris departure point, confirmed on your voucher. Hotel pickup is included only on the private booking options.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.7/5 by 31 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Ride was amazing, without a doubt one of the best activities of the trip. The very comfortable van and a great opportunity to experience the French countryside. Lunch was great and at the best restaurant in the small town of Amboise. Guide Mr. Magela always very attentive. The castles and their gardens are really beautiful. We visited 3 castles with an average time of 1 hour to visit one of them which was certainly not enough but even so the tour (which is not cheap) is very worthwhile.
— Mauricio, December 27, 2019
Our guide was terrific. The only thing that would have made it better for me was a wine tasting experience. There was wine served at lunch but no explanation of he wine or the region.
— Pam, November 5, 2019
It was an amazing day going through all thoses castle and listening the histories if those who built them. Furthermore, the guide during this full-day trip was very available and great
— Marius, October 23, 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this priced per person or per group?
Per group. The listing price of $2,754 covers up to eight people — about $344 each if you fill it, and considerably more per head if there are fewer of you. Every other shared tour on this site is priced per person.
Which three castles?
Cheverny, Chenonceau and Chambord, with entrance tickets to all three included.
Is there hotel pickup?
Only on the private options. The standard departure leaves from a central Paris meeting point given on your voucher, and the pickup time can shift by up to 30 minutes with Paris traffic.
Is lunch included?
No. The group buys lunch together during the day.
Why Cheverny first?
It is the operator's running order, and it front-loads the château with the most furnished interiors while everyone is fresh. Cheverny is also where the Mona Lisa was kept safe during the Second World War.
How long is the day?
About 12 hours from the Paris departure point.
What languages?
English, French, Spanish and Portuguese are all listed.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.
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