Overview
Experience the magic of the Loire Valley on this full-day excursion, accompanied throughout the day by a wine expert guide, combining Renaissance architecture and local wines. After hotel pick-up, enjoy a comfortable drive with a fresh croissant while your guide shares stories about the Loire’s vineyards and traditions. Visit Château de Chambord with an audio-guided tour and explore its grand halls, iconic staircase, and beautiful grounds. Drive through the vineyards and stop at a scenic viewpoint to taste a glass of wine while learning about grape varieties and growing conditions. Enjoy free time for lunch in Amboise, a charming town where Leonardo da Vinci once lived. In the afternoon, visit a family-run winery to explore the estate and taste authentic red and white wines, unavailable elsewhere. Return to Paris with drop-off at a central location, concluding a memorable day of culture, landscapes, and Loire Valley wines.
What's included
- ✓Discover 2 wineries
- ✓Transportation in a comfortable minivan (with A/C, 8 people Max)
- ✓An authentic masterclass led by your expert wine guide (depending on weather conditions)
- ✓Hotel pick-up at your accommodation in Paris
- ✓Drop-off in central Paris (Hotel de Ville)
- ✓Entrance fees for an audio guided tour at Chambord Castle
- ✓The services of an English speaking & wine expert guide
- ✓Tasting of over 6 exceptional cuvees
- ✓Delicious freshly baked French Croissant and a bottle of water
- ✕Lunch
- ✕Gratuities
What you'll do
- 1
Pick up at your accommodation in Paris
⏱ 15 min - 2
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the drive to the Loire Valley with fresh croissants while learning about the region
⏱ 2 hours - 3
Enjoy an audio-guided visit through this splendid renaissance castle, constructed by King Francis I of France. Castle that inspired the Disney movie “The Beauty & the Beast”.
⏱ 2 hours - 4
Enjoy free time for lunch in the charming town of Amboise, where you can eat at a local restaurant or café at your own expense. You will have about an hour and a half to explore the town’s picturesque streets. Your guide will be happy to provide recommendations if needed.
⏱ 2 hours - 5
Visit a family-run winery to discover a more intimate approach to winemaking and enjoy a guided tasting of Loire Valley wines, showcasing the region’s authentic character.
⏱ 2 hours - 6
Unwind on the scenic drive back to Paris after a memorable day in the Loire Valley, taking in the last countryside views while remembering the beautiful castles, vineyards, and wine tastings experienced during the day.
⏱ 2 hours
Availability & pricing
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$298
$275
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Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Your pickup time will be confirmed by email 24 hours prior to your departure, so please check your spam if you don't see it after 5pm
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour details & pricing provided by Viator. Bookings are completed on Viator.com.
