Paris — Chambord — Amboise — Chenonceau

Paris - 07:30 Hotel pick-up and departure to the Loire Valley. The journey covers 180 km on the highway in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first stop, Castle Chambord. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours with a rest stop. The guide will provide general information about French history related to the Loire Valley castles.

Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 12:00 Visit Chateau de Chambord. The guide will share the history and construction details of the castle. The Château de Chambord is renowned for its French Renaissance architecture. Built between 1519 and 1547 by Francis I (Francois 1-er), it is the largest castle with 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases. The castle is famous for its open double-spiral staircase, where the two spirals ascend three floors without meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed this staircase. 11:45 Departure to Amboise city, a 1-hour drive (60 km).

Amboise - 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch break in Amboise city, offering numerous restaurants and cafes. Recommendations or table reservations at a good restaurant can be provided.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 14:00 - 15:30 Guided visit to Chateau Royal d’Amboise. 15:30 Departure to Chateau de Chenonceau.

Chateau de Chenonceau - 16:00 to 18:00 Enjoy skip-the-line access to Chateau de Chenonceau and its gardens. The guide will explain the castle’s history and construction. A brochure with room explanations will also be provided. Chenonceau, known as the “ladies’ castle,” is notable for its association with famous French women like Catherine de Medici and its stunning architecture, including unique arches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens, with over 130,000 flowering plants, are equally impressive.

Amboise - 18:30 Hotel accommodation in Amboise city or Tours city.

Amboise — Chablis — Wine Tastings at 4 Domains — Reims

Amboise - 07:30 Departure from your hotel in Amboise to Chablis. The journey takes 3.5 hours (280 km) with a rest stop.

Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard - 11:00 - 12:15 Arrival in the Chablis area. Visit Jean-Marc Brocard Domaine, surrounded by vineyards, with a cave visit and wine tasting of 5 wines with cheese: Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. The experienced staff will explain the wine-making process in Chablis and highlight the differences between Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru.

Chablis - 12:15- 13.30 Lunch break and free time in Chablis village. Enjoy the small town or reserve a gastronomic lunch. Payment is made directly to the restaurant.

Maison Regnard - 13.30 - 14:30 Guided visit at Maison Chablis Régnard, founded in 1860, with 5 wine tastings. Learn about the wine-making process, Chablis wine classification, visit the cellars, and enjoy a tasting experience led by the sommelier of this renowned Chablis house: Petit Chablis, Chablis Village, Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Grand Cru.

Domaine Celine & Frederic Gueguen - 14:45 - 15:45 Wine tasting by local Chablis wine producers, featuring a minimum of 5 Chablis wines by local producers Baptiste or Céline et Frédéric Gueguen: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru.

La Chablisienne - 16:00 - 17:00 Visit the famous La Chablisienne cooperative. Enjoy 5 wine tastings with explanations by the house sommelier: Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. 17:00 Departure to Reims, a 2.5-hour drive (200 km).

Reims - 19:30 Arrival in Reims. Hotel accommodation.

Moet et Chandon — Veuve Clicquot — Reims Cathedral — Hautvillers — Paris

Moet Et Chandon - 10:00 - 12:00 Arrival in Epernay. At Moet et Chandon, three options are offered, including a guided underground cellars visit and tasting of 2 glasses of Champagne: BASIC Option: “L’Imperial” Experience, up to 19 people, 1.5 hours. MOST POPULAR Option: “SIGNATURE” Experience, up to 15 people, 1.5 hours. Guided cellars visit with tastings of 2 glasses of Champagne: Moët Imperial and Grand Vintage. ADVANCED Option: “Grand Vintage” Experience, up to 10 people, 1.5 hours. Guided cellars visit with tastings of 2 glasses of Champagne: MOËT Grand Vintage Blanc, MOËT Grand Vintage Rose. Moet et Chandon is the world’s largest Champagne producer, with a bottle opened every second worldwide.

Epernay - 12:00 - 13:30 Lunch break in Épernay at a local classical French restaurant. Épernay, known as the Champagne Capital of France, is located along the Marne and surrounded by wine hills. It is home to many of the region’s most prestigious champagne houses. Épernay is a must-visit for wine and champagne enthusiasts. The Avenue of Champagne attracts many tourists. 13:30 Departure to Hautvillers village, a 10-minute drive (6 km).

Hautvillers - 13:40 - 14:10 Visit the Abbey’s Church of Sindulphe of the Abbey Saint-Pierre d’Hautvillers, a former Benedictine monastery. Founded in 665, the Abbey remained active until the French Revolution in 1789. Dom Perignon developed wine-making methods in the Champagne region. Today, there are 26 local Champagne producers in the village. 14:00 Stop at the viewpoint for panoramic views over the vineyards and Marne river. 14:10 Departure to Reims, a 30-minute drive (28 km).

Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin - 14:45 - 16:15 Visit the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house. Established in 1772, Veuve Clicquot now produces over 22 million bottles annually. A guided tour through the cellars by Veuve Clicquot staff provides insight into the history and Champagne production methods. The experience is completed with a tasting of 2 glasses of Champagne. Different experiences are offered by Veuve Clicquot: Option BASIC, Option MOST POPULAR, Option ADVANCED. 16:15 Departure to Reims Cathedral, a 5-minute drive (2 km).

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims - 16:30 - 17:00 Visit Reims Cathedral, where most French kings were crowned. 17:00 Departure to Paris, a 2-hour drive (144 km).

Paris - 19:30 Return to Paris. Drop-off at your hotel.

• Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms for two nights with breakfast
• Mercedes E220 business class car for 2-3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3-7 people
• Live-guided tours
• Tiered pricing
• Hotel Pick up & Drop off
• All Fees and Taxes included
• Bottled Water provided
• Moet et Chandon Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings
• Guided Visit of 3 Castles: Chambord, Amboise, Chenonceau (tickets included)
• Veuve Clicquot Guided Cellars visit with Champagne tastings
• Wine tastings in Chablis at 4 Domains of total 20 Wines including 1-er Cru & Grand Cru

• Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks

Experience a premium 3-day private tour with a live guide, featuring 9 attractions and luxurious travel by Mercedes. Delve into French Renaissance culture and architecture by visiting the three most popular Loire Valley Castles. Additionally, explore the world of wine and champagne with visits to local producers. Tour the prestigious Champagne houses of Moet et Chandon and Veuve Clicquot, including guided cellar tours. Savor Chablis wine with tastings at four different domains, offering a total of 20 glasses, including 1-er Cru and Grand Cru varieties. Discover the secrets of champagne production during guided cellar visits at Moet et Chandon and Veuve Clicquot, and enjoy champagne tastings as well.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.