Famous for stunning Renaissance castles, the Loire Valley is close enough to Paris to spend a full day exploring and be back to the city for a late dinner. A day in the valley will have you visiting the sumptuous and historic castles with names like Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Chenonceau. It's a glorious way to spend a day out of town and something we highly recommend.

In the Loire Valley – Château de Chambord at sunset

This is the our popular way to see the Loire Valley from Paris. It's a small-group, Renaissance-focused day trip that gets you to three of the most magnificent castles in the valley. You meet up with your driver in central Paris and travel in a luxury eurovan to the valley of the French kings.

The chateaux of Chenonceau and Chambord are on your itinerary. You also spend time at Chateau Amboise, which was a royal residence during the reigns of Charles VIII (r. 1483-1498) and Francis I (r. 1515-1547) and is still filled with Gothic and Renaissance furniture. You visit the royal chambers as well as the chapel that contains the tomb of Renaissance master and everyone's favorite genius, Leonardo da Vinci. Afterwards, there's time to explore the town of Amboise and soak up the royal vibes.

Wine Tasting + Lunch Are Included

In the Loire Valley – Chateau d'Amboise

With the wonders of three chateaux filling your head, there's still one more stop — a wine tasting in Amboise to introduce you to some of the best producers of the valley. If you didn't know, the Loire Valley produces some of the most delicate French wines; famous for their fresh, crisp flavors.

Everything's included on this personal, small-group tour — transportation from central Paris, guide, lunch, wine tasting, and all entrance fees.

The Loire Valley Private Tour + Michelin Lunch

Château de Chenonceau

Small-group tours and great and it can be fun meeting other travelers. But, for the ultimate experience, we always choose a private tour, for just us and our friends. Paris hotel pick-up is included and you travel in comfort in a luxury vehicle. Of course, you also receive direct personal attention all day. We have learned so much on private tours… and have had so much fun.

The pleasing twist in this tour is that in addition to visiting the valley, its castles, and tasting its wines, you have the culinary pleasure of lunch at a Michelin-starred restaurant, the ultimate accolade for a French chef.

2-Day Visit To the Loire Valley & Mont St-Michel

Magical Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy

There's a fairytale island plus the awe-inspiring Loire chateaux on this 2-day guided tour from Paris. It's a chance to immerse yourself in the charms of France — Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel, and the splendor of the Loire and its Valley of 1,000 Castles.

At Mont Saint-Michel, enjoy a fascinating guided visit of the abbey's interior and marvel at the Gothic and Romanesque architecture of the building. Spend time exploring the rest of the abbey and surrounding village.