
3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour
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4.8/5
Based on 42 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour worth booking?
3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour is a 12-hour experience in Paris, France, from $1390 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 42 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (42)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $1390 per person
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What you get
About this experience
Dedicated to turning your travel wishes into reality, ensuring a personalized and seamless experience tailored to your preferences. We strive to accommodate special requests and make every journey unforgettable. Up your travel expectations. This tour combines 3 very famous chateaux of your choice in the Loire Valley, professional guide and driver will do everything possible and impossible to make your experience unforgettable. We are adapting to your wishes, and we offer skip the lines with the fast tickets. You will have Comfortable air-conditioned cars during the pick-up from the hotel or even the airport. There will be an interactive presentation during the time you're in the car.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Gratuities for guide and driver
What you'll see and do
Chateau de Chambord
Visit the Château de Chambord. The Guide will tell you the history of the Castle and its construction. The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles because of its French Renaissance architecture. The building was constructed (1519–1547) by Francis I and is nowadays the biggest castle with its 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces and 84 staircases. The castle is also known because of its open double-spiral staircase. The two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Chateau Royal d'Amboise
Known as the lullaby of Kings and the final resting place of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci, Amboise is the grand royal residence of the French kings in the 15th-century and an example of the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architecture. The Histopad will explain you the castle's history and help you to travel in time!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Amboise
Lunch Time! In the Amboise city you will find many restaurants and cafes. We can recommend some or make a reservation at a good restaurant.
60 minutes here
Plou Et Fils
Wine Tasting of minimum 7 wines at the local family winery existing since 1508. You will learn how the famous Loire Valley wines have been made over the centuries and have the wine tasting of the local wines with explanations. A visit to the wine cave is possible on request.
60 minutes here
Chateau de Chenonceau
Chateau de Chenonceau is the most visited and photographed chateau of the Valley. It's often described as ‘the ladies castle’ as throughout its history it's them who have most influenced its design and destiny.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Loire Valley
Discover the Loire Valley, visit its castles Chambord, Amboise, Chenoneau and learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. We bring you to a local historical wine producer for tasting at least 7 different wines.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Luxury Car (1-2 PAX)
luxury car Pickup included
Mini van (1-4 pax)
Pickup included
Olympic Games
Olympic Games Pickup included
Comfort Car (1-2 PAX)
comfort car Pickup included
Mini-Van (5-6 PAX)
Mini van Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, uk, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tour Up in Europe
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 42 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
42 verified traveler reviews for 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous!!!
Excellent trip but be prepared for a very long day!! Nataly was an amazing font of knowledge and could never not answer a question about history and/or architecture in an entertaining way to keep us on our toes the whole day. Our driver was also very friendly and thoughtful. If you’re limited for time to get to the Loire valley, this is the trip for you. Yes it’s expensive but worth it
via Tripadvisor
Wow!
The Tour-Up in Europe private guided tour from Paris was exceptional! The tour was just my wife and I. Our guide Maria was phenomenal! Maria shared Loire Valley, Chateaux and French history along with her personal insight from her art history and artist's background. She expertly guided us through each chateaux explaining all the details and answering any questions we had. Our driver "M" (Mohamed?) was exceptional too...front door pickup, chateaux entry point drop off & pickup, accommodating time management due to an evening dinner reservation back in Paris and of course great driving skills!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Castle Tour
I really liked the experience. The guide was very knowledgeable. Can’t wait to see more castles in the Loire Valley!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour
This was an excellent tour, and much of that is thanks to Nataly. She is a highly knowledgeable and professional guide who presents information clearly and thoughtfully. Her engaging style made the experience both informative and enjoyable. The tour was well-paced, well-organized, and very worthwhile overall. I would definitely recommend it to others!
via Tripadvisor
Great Time
Excellent day tour! … Our tour was absolutely wonderful! We visited Châteaux de Chambord and Chenonceau with a delicious lunch stop in Amboise and Nathalie , our guide, did tell us some interesting stories.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1390 to $2490
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1390 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 42 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour?
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Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Loire Valley Castles and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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