Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip
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Is Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip worth booking?
Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip is a 13-hour experience in Paris, France, from $235 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (7)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $235 per person
Nice Private day trip dedicated both to great French Renaissance culture and Wine tasting. Hotel Pick up, Tired pricing. Comfortable Mercedes, Live Guided. Two most gorgeous Loire Valley Castles Chenonceau and Chambord a
What you get
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting of min 5 wines during the second Vinery visit
- Guided Winery and Vineyards tour with min 5 Wines tasting
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional Guide - Driver or Driver and Guide
- Mercedes E220/E300 or Mercedes Minivan
About this experience
Nice Private day trip dedicated both to great French Renaissance culture and Wine tasting. Hotel Pick up, Tired pricing. Comfortable Mercedes, Live Guided. Two most gorgeous Loire Valley Castles Chenonceau and Chambord and 2 Wine tastings with more that 10 wines. One of them includes the Vineyard tour with the Wine maker.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting of min 5 wines during the second Vinery visit
- Guided Winery and Vineyards tour with min 5 Wines tasting
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional Guide - Driver or Driver and Guide
- Mercedes E220/E300 or Mercedes Minivan
- Guided Visits at 2 Loire Valley castles Chambord and Chenonceau, tickets included
Not included
- Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks
- Lunch at a local Restaurant
What you'll see and do
Paris
07:30 Pick-up from Your hotel. There are 180 km to drive on highway by our comfortable air conditioned Mercedes minivan. It takes about 2,5 hours. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history connected to the Castles of Loire Valley.
Pass by without stopping
Chateau de Chambord
10:00 - 11:30 Visit of Chateau 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 from 1519 to 1547 by Francis I (Francois 1-er) 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. 11:30 Departure destination Amboise city.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Plou Et Fils
12:30 - 13:00: Wine Tasting of minimum 5 wines at a local family vinery existing since many centuries. You will learn how wines have been making for centuries and have afterwords the wine tasting of local wines with explanations. 13:00 - Departure to Amboise city for Lunch break.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Amboise
13:10 to 14:20: Lunch time in Amboise city near Chateaux d'Amboise. In the main Pedestrian street of Amboise near the walls of Chateaux Amboise, you'll find many restaurants where you can have your lunch enjoying the views of a typical small French city. We can make a reservation of a good restaurant for You. 14:20 Departure to Chenonceau Castle. It takes about 20 minutes.
70 minutes here
Chateau de Chenonceau
14:40 - 16:10 Arrival at the Chenonceau castle. Chateau de Chenonceau visit. Time to enjoy the Castle and walking around the Castle taking pictures. Chenonceau is nicknamed the "ladies’ castle", remarkable for its feminine history of famous women of France such as Catherine de Medici as well as for its stunning architecture as well as unique aches over the River Cher. 16:10 Departure for the Guided tour at the Winery with tastings. It takes just about 20 minutes.
100 minutes here · Admission included
Clos de la Richardiere
16:30 - 17:45 Guided Winery tour made bye the Vigneron with Vineyard visiting, Explanations about the Wine making and 5 Wines tastings. 17:45 Departure to Paris. It takes about 3 hours (250 km.)
75 minutes here · Admission included
Paris
20:30 to 21:00 Coming back to Paris. Drop off at Your hotel.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
2 Castles, 1 Winery
Guided Winery visit & tasting: Guided Winery visit by local Winemaker with tastings of minimum 5 wines 60 - 75 minutes. Vinery Visit & Wine tasting : Family winery visit with tastings of minimum 5 wines 30 - 45 minutes. Pickup included
2 Castles, 2 Wineries
Vinery Visit & Wine tasting: Family winery visit with tastings of minimum 5 wines 30 - 45 minutes. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Clewel Travel
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Giverny Visit
We had a great half day trip to Giverny to see Monet's home and gardens . We left in time and returned on time . Our tour guide was David and he could not have been any more knowledgeable, kind, and welcoming . I highly recommend this tour .
via Tripadvisor
Great day for our family group of 4!
Daniel and his driver did an amazing job! We were taking my 76 year old mother to France for the first time and the trip did not disappoint! Castles and wine!? What else do you need. The only callout that I have for older family members is that it is a decent amount and walking and stairs to ascend/descend in the castles
via Tripadvisor
Very thorough, our guide...
Very thorough, our guide very knowledgable and our driver careful. Best to compare notes with your guide at the start: we bought a tour that was to have included 2 wineries but Viator told our guide it was only 1
via Viator
A very nice day
Great experience with Llya our guide , with lots of explanations. I recommend this visit a long day worth the trip.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Disappointed
The sites were great but we has a very inexperienced guide. For close to $600 per person Viator should not have had us travel with a young university student who had been a guide for three months. The educational experience for us was missing.
Response from the operator: The sites were great. That is important. Regarding Your disappointment about one of our guides maybe You just don't like young university students. This university guy had before Your review only excellent feedback. While making a reservation put in future in the special requirements the preferred guide's age
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $235 to $585
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip cost?
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Prices start at $235 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 Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip take?
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Plan for about 13 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 Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip 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 (4.6/5 across 7 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 Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip?
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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 Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 13-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip?
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Around 2 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 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Loire Castles Chenonceau, Chambord & 2 Wineries Private Trip 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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