Leave Paris for your full-day Loire Valley châteaux tour, in air-conditioned minivan, right from central Paris. Travel through the rolling hills of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO-listed wine region in central France. Your guide drives you to each castle, which you will explore on your own without being tethered to the rest of your group.

Your tour will start with the largest castle in the Loire Valley, the UNESCO-listed Château de Chambord. Learn about its astounding Renaissance architecture — legend has it that Leonardo da Vinci contributed to the design of its double-helix staircase.

Then you will continue with Amboise Castle, which began as a defensive castle in the 11th century for its strategic position overlooking the Loire River before being converted in the 15th century to a residence for royals. Step inside the Chapel of St Hubert, where the remains of Leonardo da Vinci are buried.

Then you will be given some free time in the Village at the foot of the Castle to wander and enjoy your Lunch break after a wine tasting.

Our guide will give you some free time and recommandations in the Village at the foot of the Castle to wander and enjoy your Lunch break after a wine tasting.

Once revitalized, head to Château de Chenonceau, a 16-century castle spanning the River Cher, and one of the most popular châteaux in France.

Your full-day tour ends with a drop-off of your choice in Paris.