Day Trips

From Paris: Chambord & Chenonceau Day Trip With Wine Tasting

Name: From Paris: Chambord & Chenonceau Day Trip With Wine Tasting
Start: 2026-10-30T07:30:00
End: 2026-10-30T20:30:00
Location: Paris

Explore Chambord and Chenonceau in the Loire Valley, enjoy free time in Blois, and join a wine tasting with round-trip coach transfers from Paris.

Explore the Loire Valley on a day trip from Paris, with visits to two of its most famous castles: Chambord and Chenonceau.

Walk through Chambord Castle at your own pace, see its grand rooms, and climb the double-spiral staircase linked to Leonardo da Vinci for terrace views.

Visit Chenonceau Castle, known for its elegant arches over the Cher River and beautifully detailed Renaissance architecture.

Enjoy a wine tasting in Chenonceau’s historic cellars and sample regional Loire Valley wines.

Skip the line entry to Château de Chambord

Skip the line entry to Château de Chenonceau

Round-trip transportation from Paris by air-conditioned coach

Expert tour leader throughout the day

Complimentary Loire Valley wine tasting

Free time to explore Blois

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Guided tours inside the castles

Lunch and additional food and drinks

TOTAL DURATION12 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Place Denfert Rochereau
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2 hr
173 km
1. Chambord Castle
Tickets included
3 hr
Guided tour
20 min by a/c bus
15 km
2. Blois
Free Admission
2 hr
42 min by a/c bus
44.3 km
3. Chenonceau Castle
Tickets included
3 hr
Guided tour
2 hr 20 min by a/c bus
232 km
End point
Place Denfert Rochereau
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

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James, our guide, was very clear about the rules to follow and also taught us about the history in a very vivid way! He loves his job...
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The beautiful scenery and historic buildings were amazing to visit. Riti, our rour guide, was very helpful, knowledgeable and humorous.
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Jul 2026
It was a wonderful experience during which the guide explained the history of the two palaces to us in detail. The bus was very comfortable, especially considering that it was 38 degrees outside.
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Step into the splendor of the Loire Valley on a full-day castle tour, where Renaissance masterpieces, royal history, and regional wine come together in one memorable experience.

Getting started

Meet your driver-guide and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach for a relaxed journey through the Loire Valley. As you travel, hear engaging commentary about the region and the castles on your itinerary, setting the scene for a day of history, architecture, and scenic beauty.

What to expect

Your first stop is Chambord, one of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles and a striking symbol of Renaissance architecture. Explore the vast château at your own pace and climb the famous double-helix staircase, associated with Leonardo da Vinci, before heading up to the terrace for sweeping views over the immense estate.

Continue to Blois, where you’ll have free time to explore independently and enjoy lunch at your own expense. This charming town offers a mix of history and gastronomy, with the lively Square Louis XII at its heart and plenty of cafés and restaurants serving classic French cuisine.

Later, visit Chenonceau, known for its elegant arches over the Cher River and its beautifully detailed Renaissance architecture. Enjoy a wine-tasting experience at Chenonceau and sample regional Loire Valley wines before returning to Paris.

Features

Travel in comfort through the Loire Valley: Relax in an air-conditioned coach as your driver-guide shares stories and insights about the region and its famous castles.

Chambord: Discover a masterpiece of Renaissance design, admire its immense scale, and climb the celebrated double-helix staircase for panoramic estate views.

Chenonceau: Visit the elegant château built over the Cher River and admire its refined Renaissance architecture.

Loire Valley wines: Treat yourself to a wine-tasting experience in the castle cellar, with red, rosé, and white wines available all year long.

Stop in Blois: This charming town offers a mix of history and gastronomy, with the lively Square Louis XII at its heart. Choose from cafés and restaurants serving classic French cuisine.

What to bring

ID: Bring a valid passport or government-issued ID card.

Child seats: Bring an appropriate child restraint if your child cannot use a standard seat belt.

Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the castles.

What’s not allowed

Strollers: Do not bring baby strollers on this tour.

Large bags: Do not bring luggage or large bags on this experience.

Additional information

Child safety: Coaches do not have ISOFIX points, and 3-point seat belts are available on only some seats.

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