DISCOVER CHAMBORD, BLOIS & CHEVERNY or (CHAUMONT-SUR-LOIRE*)
Our English-speaking driver will pick you up in your accommodation at 9.30am in Loire Valley.
Then you will discover the treasure of the Val de Loire Valley with a comfortable car.
The morning will be organized as followed: the first step is the visit of the French « Valley of Kings » at Chambord, considered today as a masterpiece of the Renaissance era.
There, you will be able to fully discover king Francis’ I passion for architecture.
The castle of Blois was one of the favorite places of the French kings.
This castle is a symbol of the different architectural influences of that period.
The castle bears traces of the Gothic, classical and Italian architectural influences of that time.
It was home to Louis XII and a symbol of power.
7 kings and 10 queens lived there and as a matter of fact, it also recalls the daily life at the court.
Some of the masterpieces of Rubens, Ingres and Boucher are exhibited in the castle.
The last stop is at Cheverny castle, built around 1620.
The owners still live there and allow the public to discover an authentic heritage.
Definitely the most furnished castle of the Loire Valley, Cheverny discloses a beautiful collection of works of art and tapestries of great quality.
The estate is surrounded by remarkable gardens including a dog kennel that houses 50 dogs.
At the end of this great experience, our staff will bring you back to the departure place.
*Possibility to switch with the castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire where you can contemplate the amazing landscapes it offers.
Its gardens are shaped by the best gardeners from all over the world.
The castle is famous thanks to the festival and exhibition organized from April to October.
100% refundable 7 days before the tour.
