Overview
See splendid Renaissance castles and taste Loire Valley wines on this private day tour from Paris with your party and a wine expert guide. After hotel pick-up, enjoy a comfortable drive with a fresh croissant while your private guide shares stories about the Loire’s history and winemaking heritage. Visit Chambord Castle with an audio-guided tour and admire its grand halls, iconic staircase, and Renaissance architecture. Drive through the vineyards and stop at a scenic viewpoint to enjoy a glass of wine while learning about Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet Franc. A typical French lunch with local products is served at a family-run estate, paired with local wines to showcase the region’s styles. In the afternoon, visit a boutique winery to taste sparkling, dry, sweet, red, and rosé wines, mostly unavailable elsewhere. Relax on the drive back to Paris, with drop-off at your accommodation, concluding a memorable private Loire Valley wine experience.
- Transportation in a comfortable minivan
- An authentic masterclass led by your expert wine guide (depending on weather conditions)
- Traditional French lunch at a winery or a local restaurant paired with local wine
- Visit 1 to 2 wineries
- Entrance fees for an audio guided tour at Chambord Castle
