Beyond - In The Heart Of The Loire Valley

Day 1: Paris| Tours ( / / )

Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby Meeting Time: 11:00 AM. Whether you arrive at one of the airports in Paris or continue your exploration of France after the "Magical Paris" tour, we will pick you up from Hotel André Latin at maximum 11 AM. From there, we will depart for Tours. Day at leisure. Enjoy the evening by discovering the city of Tours at leisure. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Tours.

Day 2: Tours | Château De Chambord | Blois (Bb/L/ )

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning: Meeting Point: Hotel lobby in Tours. Meeting Time: 9:00 AM. Transfer from Tours to Château de Chambord, one of the most iconic castles in the Loire Valley, approximately a 1-hour drive. Explore the Château de Chambord, a Renaissance masterpiece known for its impressive architecture and extensive grounds. Lunch at leisure in Chambord. 2:00 PM: Departure for Blois. Afternoon: Meeting Point: Place Louis XII, Blois. Meeting Time: 3:00 PM. Guided walking tour of Blois, a city steeped in history with a charming medieval quarter. Key attractions include: Château Royal de Blois and the Saint-Nicolas Church. 5:00 PM: Return to Tours, with free time to relax and enjoy the evening. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Tours.

Day 3: Tours | Wine Tasting | Chenonceau | Tours (Bb/L/ )

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning: Meeting Point: Hotel lobby in Tours. Meeting Time: 9:00 AM. Discover the Loire Valley’s renowned wine region. You’ll visit a local vineyard for a guided tour where you’ll learn about viticulture, the wine-making process, and the unique terroir of the region. Experience wine Tasting: Sample a selection of the estate’s wines, from crisp whites to robust reds and elegant rosés. Gain insights into the characteristics of each wine and the art of tasting. Lunch at leisure Afternoon: Meeting Point: Chenonceau Castle Meeting Time: 2:00 PM. Begin at the Château de Chenonceau, known as the “Ladies' Castle” due to the influential women who have owned and shaped its history.Tour the enchanting Château de Chenonceau. This elegant castle spans the River Cher and is renowned for its beautiful architecture and gardens. 5:30 PM: Return to Tours. Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure, perhaps exploring more of the city or dining at a local restaurant. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Tours.

Day 4: Tours | Chaumont – Sur Loire | Paris (Bb/ / )

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning: Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire Tour Meeting Point: Hotel lobby in Tours. Meeting Time: 9:00 AM. Depart from your hotel in Tours and head to Chaumont-sur-Loire. The drive to this charming village along the Loire River takes approximately 45 minutes. Start your day with a guided tour of the Château de Chaumont, a fairy-tale castle perched above the Loire River. This château offers a blend of medieval and Renaissance architecture, and its history is intertwined with notable figures such as Catherine de' Medici and Diane de Poitiers. Lunch at leisure Afternoon: Gardens and Estate of Chaumont-sur-Loire Meeting Point: Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire entrance. Meeting Time: 2:30 PM. Continue your exploration of the Chaumont-sur-Loire estate with a focus on its expansive gardens and innovative landscape art. The estate is renowned for its International Garden Festival, where avant-garde garden designs are showcased annually. 5:00 PM: After a fulfilling day, return to Paris. The drive back will give you time to reflect on the stunning sights and experiences of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Paris.

Day 5: Departure From Paris (Bb/ / )

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning is free for you to enjoy Paris as you wish, depending on your return itinerary you can continue onto the Normandy trip if desired.