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Loire Wine Day from Paris: Chambord Castle, 6 Tastings & Lunch

4.7(59 reviews)Paris, France
11hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

This full-day tour from Paris allows you to explore Renaissance castles and sample wines from the Loire Valley with a wine expert guide. The day begins with an early morning hotel pick-up, including a fresh croissant and an introduction to the Loire’s history and winemaking. You will visit Château de Chambord, where an audio-guided tour lets you discover its grand halls and famous staircase. The journey continues through the vineyards of Touraine, Vouvray, and Montlouis-sur-Loire, with a stop at a scenic viewpoint for a glass of wine while learning about grape varieties. A typical French lunch featuring local products, paired with Loire wines, is included at a winery or local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will visit a family-run estate for an additional tasting. The tour concludes with a relaxing drive back to Paris, ending with a drop-off at Hotel de Ville.

Itinerary

1

Paris

Pick up at your accommodation in Paris

2

Loire Valley

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the drive to the Loire Valley with fresh croissants while learning about the region

3

Chateau de Chambord

Let yourself be audio guided through this splendid renaissance castle, constructed by King Francis I of France, that inspired the Disney movie “The Beauty & the Beast”.

4

Amboise

Enjoy a traditional French lunch made with fresh regional products, thoughtfully paired with a selection of local wines.

5

Vouvray

Visit a family-run winery to discover the charm of local winemaking. Explore the estate and enjoy a tasting of red, white, and sparkling wines, depending on availability, each reflecting the character and diversity of the region.

6

Loire Valley

Unwind on the comfortable drive back to Paris after a full day in the Loire Valley, reflecting on the wines, landscapes, and discoveries of the day.

7

Paris

Return to Paris with drop-off in the center of Paris (Hotel de Ville)

What's included / not included

Transportation in a comfortable minivan.An authentic masterclass led by your expert wine guide (depending on weather conditions)Hotel pick-up at your accommodation in ParisDrop-off in central Paris (Hotel de Ville)Entrance fees for an audio guided tour at Chambord CastleThe services of an English speaking & wine expert guideDiscover 1 to 2 wineriesTraditional French lunch at a winery or a local restaurant, paired with local wineTasting of over 6 exceptional cuveesDelicious freshly baked French Croissant and a bottle of water
GratuitiesExtras

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. However, if you use a foldable wheelchair and have some level of mobility, please don't hesitate to contact us directly and we will do our best to arrange a tour that suits your needs.
  • Caves and wine cellars are usually quite cold and damp (45°F/10°C), so please remember to bring warm clothes.
  • The visited wineries may vary depending on availability and can be changed based on your preferences and requests, please contact us to arrange any special visits (special visits may affect prices).
  • Wine Passport reserves the right to cancel tours where the minimum (4 travelers) is not reached; an alternative or full refund will be offered.
  • Please let us know if you are joining our Winedays tour with others who booked separately, so we can make sure you are all grouped together.
  • Tours in Spanish and French are subject to availability: not all wineries or guides offer these languages.
  • Your pickup time will be confirmed by email 24 hours prior to your departure, so please check your spam if you don't see it after 5pm

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