Loire Valley Castles Day Trip: Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceau  Duration12 hours LocationEurope, France, Ile de France and Paris, Paris Product Code2050CL Rating - Information
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DescriptionTake a day tour from Paris to visit the three most famous chateaux of the Loire Valley: beautiful Chenonceau Castle, privately owned Chateau de Cheverny and, perhaps most magnificent of them all, the Chateau de Chambord. You'll witness the glamour and grandeur of French royalty and aristocracy, and gain insights into "castle life" in these Renaissance riverside castles. IntroductionTake a day tour from Paris to visit the three most famous chateaux of the Loire Valley: beautiful Chenonceau Castle, privately owned Chateau de Cheverny and, perhaps most magnificent of them all, the Chateau de Chambord. You'll witness the glamour and grandeur of French royalty and aristocracy, and gain insights into "castle life" in these Renaissance riverside castles. The largest of the Loire castles, the turreted Chambord Castle was built for King Francois 1st as a hunting lodge. The intricate stone "double helix" staircase leading up to the spires and turrets of the rooftop terrace is thought to have been designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
Cheverny Castle is the most beautifully furnished of the Loire Valley castles, with a fine collection of 17th-century furniture. Herge, the Belgian creator of Tintin, based his Marlinspike Hall (Moulinsart) on Cheverny Castle. Chenonceau Chateau was built over the River Cher in traditional Renaissance style, and is known as the Chateau des Dames (the Ladies' Castle) because of the influence of the famous women who lived there. The chateau was built in 1513 by Catherine Briconnet, embellished by Diance de Poitiers and Catherine de Medicis, and saved from destruction during the Revolution by Madame Dupin. Guests traveling in Winter (November 1-May 31) also receive a typical lunch and drink. Please note for 2010: On Saturdays from April to September Amboise Castle is visited in place of Cherverny Castle, and during the month of October in place of Chambord Castle. ConditionsConditions of Sale:Once you have booked and received your travel voucher, the contact details for the travel service operator will be on this voucher under the heading 'Important Information'. Where applicable, you are required to call the travel service operator directly to advise of additional information such as: - Hotel for pick up
- Weights for helicopter tours
- Choice of times for tours
- Special dietary requirements, meal choices etc.
You must call the travel service operator at least 48 hours prior, or upon arrival at your destination. Inclusions- Entrance fees to three castles
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Professional guide
Exclusions - Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Info - Confirmation will be received at time of booking
CommencesParis, France Departure DateApril 1 to October 31
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November 1 to March 31
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Departure Time7:15am Departure PointCentral Paris Location Return DetailsReturns to original departure point at approximately 7:15pm
Local Operator InformationComplete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Price Table| Seasons | 2009-11-01 to 2010-03-31 | 2010-04-01 to 2010-10-31 | 2010-11-01 to 2011-03-31 | | Code | Description | Days of Week | Adult | Child | Infant | Adult | Child | Infant | Adult | Child | Infant | | ENCLA | Tour departing at 7:15am with English speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord | s.t.t.s | 206.02 | 144.19 | free | - | - | - | - | - | - | | smtwtfs | - | - | - | 206.02 | 144.21 | free | - | - | - | | smt.t.s | - | - | - | - | - | - | 236.64 | 165.64 | free | | ESCLA | Tour departing at 7:15am with Spanish speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord | .mt.t.s | - | - | - | 206.02 | 144.21 | free | - | - | - | | s.t.t.s | 206.02 | 144.19 | free | - | - | - | - | - | - | | smt.t.s | - | - | - | - | - | - | 236.64 | 165.64 | free | | FRCLA | Tour departing at 7:15am with French speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord | ...w..s | - | - | - | 206.02 | 144.21 | free | - | - | - | | s.t.t.s | 206.02 | 144.19 | free | - | - | - | - | - | - | | smt.t.s | - | - | - | - | - | - | 236.64 | 165.64 | free | | JACLA | Tour departing at 7:15am with Japanese speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord | s.t.t.s | 206.02 | 144.19 | free | - | - | - | - | - | - | | smt.t.s | - | - | - | - | - | - | 236.64 | 165.64 | free | | s.t.t.. | - | - | - | 206.02 | 144.21 | free | - | - | - | | ITCLA | Tour departing at 7:15am with Italian speaking guide including entrance into Chenonceau Castle, Chateau de Cheverny and Chateau de Chambord | s.t.t.s | 206.02 | 144.19 | free | - | - | - | - | - | - | | smt.t.s | - | - | - | - | - | - | 236.64 | 165.64 | free | | s.twt.s | - | - | - | 206.02 | 144.21 | free | - | - | - |
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