Itinerary

Private transfer from your hotel to Paris - Gare Montparnasse.

Pick up is at approximately 06:30 AM at your hotel (located in Paris).

Drop off at Paris - Gare Montparnasse.

TGV train transfer from Paris to the Loire Valley.

Direct train (only one hour)

Departure at approximately 07.30 AM (train schedule may change according to the availability).

At your arrival in Saint-Pierre des Corps train station, our guide will be waiting for you in the lobby (in front of the main entrance). The guide will carry a signboard with your name on it.

Guided tour of the Chateau of Chenonceau.

The unique architecture of the Chateau makes it one of the most exquisite Chateaux in the Loire Valley. Nicknamed “the ladies castle », Chenonceau is related to important French women such as Catherine de Medici. The magnificent Renaissance gardens around it make it even more spectacular.

Tour and wine tasting at Caves Ambacia 

You are welcomed in Caves Ambacia in Amboise. You can discover a large range of vintages, from 1874 to our days. Made of chenin blanc the Vouvray is a mineral wine with a high acidity level which gives to the wine a great aging capacity.

Wineries are submitted to change according to the availability.

Optional lunch at Caves Ambacia (70€/person).

Caves Ambacia welcomes you in its restaurant "l'Oppidum" where you will discover typcial Loire Valley products such as Cheeses, Fishes and Delicatessen.

You will be delighted by the view on the Loire River!

This option includes a 2 courses menu (Dish & Dessert) with two glass of Loire Valley wine and a coffee/tea.

(non-contractual picture)

Or Lunch at leisure in Amboise.

Transfer to Chambord.

Guided tour of the Chateau of Chambord.

In the middle of a forest as large as the city of Paris Chambord was the first Loire Valley chateau listed in the world heritage by UNESCO. Ordered in 1519 by King Francois I, with 426 rooms, 77 staircases and 282 fireplaces, it is the largest castle in the region. Leonardo da Vinci is the creator of its incredible double helix staircase.

Drop off is at 05:40 PM back to Saint Pierre des Corps or Tours train stations.

TGV train transfer to Paris.

Direct train (one hour). Train schedule may change according to the availability.

Private transfer from Paris - Gare Montparnasse to your hotel.

At your arrival in Paris - Gare Montparnasse, your driver will be waiting for you with a signboard with your name on it.

End of services.

This tour includes

• Private transfers from your hotel to Paris - Gare Montparnasse train station round trip
• TGV train tickets from Paris to the Loire Valley round trip (2nd class tickets)
• Transportation in a comfortable full option minivan
• English speaking driver guide for the full day (9 hours per day)
• Entrance tickets and guided tour of the Chateaux of Chenonceau and Chambord
• Tour and wine tasting in Caves Ambacia.

This tour does not include

• Lunch at a cellar cave in Amboise (optional 70,00€ per person)
• Other meals and drinks 
• Personal expenses
• Extra hour (90,00 € per hour with a maximum of 1 hour per day)
• Expert guide gratuities.

Additional information

• Please note that the wineries and family estates may change according to their availability.
• The train tickets will be sent by email with your guide's details.
• If you need us to take care of your hotel booking, please send us your request at contact@france-intense.com