That was enough for us. The Chateau's are pretty spread out, so you do drive around the valley. We considered spending another day on the other side of Tours to visit the Chateau that starts with a V???
The way I allocate days is to really picture us in each place on each day and imagine how we will feel doing the things I imagine doing. There's a also a Leonardo de Vinci museum in Amboise that I thought my younger two would enjoy but we didnt end up going. As mentioned earlier, it is possible to visit the Loire Valley by public transportation especially if you plan to see the popular castles. This option does require some planning as you need to time your visit correctly as it may be harder to do on specific days.
See visiting the Loire Valley on a day trip from Paris section for more information. Regardless of your fitness level you can bike through the Loire Valley as the terrain is mostly flat, also many bike rental companies rent out electric bikes. Bike rental companies can be found in every town, at railway stations, hotels, and dedicated shops. The region spans miles, so figuring out the best accommodations in Loire Valley can be a daunting task.
For a quieter and more charming alternative, Amboise or Blois is your place. Blois however, is a bit less well known but perhaps the better option. For the best deals on accommodation in the Loire Valley check out Booking. Another unique place to stay in the Loire Valley is in a troglodyte cave.
A troglodyte cave is built out of limestone and was once used as a wine cellar because of its low and consistent temperature. Now, many have been transformed into private residences and hotels. Discover more troglodytes on Airbnb! Nonetheless, here are three options for seeing the Loire Valley as a day trip from Paris. Please Note: The suggested itineraries are based on the shuttle bus and train schedules, so times are subject to change.
This guided tour visits some of the best castles in the Loire Valley and comes highly recommended. From Blois there is a shuttle bus, Navette Route 41 which takes you from the train station to Chambord , Cheverny and Beauregard , and conveniently leaves you pretty much at the footsteps of all the castles.
During peak season months, mid July to September, the shuttle runs everyday, however from April to November it mostly just runs on Wednesdays, Saturday, Sundays, and holidays, so plan your trip accordingly. The shuttle corresponds with the am train from Paris Austerlitz and is designed so that you can visit Chambord in the morning and Cheverny in the evening, with plenty of time in between to explore and have lunch.
With over three hundred castles to explore in the Loire Valley, deciding which ones to visit can be a difficult task. To help you figure out which castles are worth your time, here is a list of some of the best castles in the Loire Valley and what makes them special. You can buy your skip-the-line ticket to Chenonceau here. It is here on the rooftop, where visitors can get breath-taking panoramic views of the entire property including the gardens and park. Speaking of Tintin, you can also visit the 3D Tintin exhibition on the grounds.
Travel Coaching. Viking Cruise Tours. Travel Insurance. Services and Fees Overview Chart. Custom Small Group Tour Checkout. Travel Blog. Why Euro Travel Coach. Meet the Team. Our Mission. FAQs and Resources. Reviews and Testimonials. Start Planning your EuroTrip. The elaborate gardens at Chateau de Villandry. Visit the Iconic Chateaux of the Loire The Loire River actually stretches from the middle of the country to the Atlantic but we suggest staying in the heart of the Loire Valley in the city of Amboise.
You feel at home at Vincent Cuisinier de Campagne. Taste what the Loire Valley has to offer Of course, being France, the culinary delights are plentiful. Take a Bike Ride from Chinon Chinon is one of the bigger cities in the valley as well as the name-sake for one of the more famous wines in the region. Visit some Loire Wineries. Vincent Gaudry makes absolutely fabulous Sancerre. Market day in the Loire Valley, France.
Wander through a Village Market Many of the villages have market days where local growers sell their produce. Take a Balloon Ride The natural beauty of this area is what attracted the wealthy here to build their chateaux. Chateau de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley, France. First Name.
Last Name. Email Address. Sign Up. Oct 23, Oct 16, Sep 12, Jun 5, May 25, Apr 10, The starting point of your itinerary is the city of Amboise. Situated just 2hr 10min by car from Paris km , you can easily travel here in a hire vehicle. From there, hire a car or treat yourself to a ride in a tourist taxi. Last but not least, visit the Saint-Hubert chapel which is the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci and whose magnificent stained-glass windows depict the life of Saint-Louis.
Afterwards, wander through the little streets in the pedestrian city centre or along the Loire waterfront. He spent his final years working here on various projects for the King and died in his bedroom in
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