Name: Loire Valley Castles and Wine Escape
Location: 49440 Loiré, France

Vintage Wine and Travel

Duration: 7 days

Group size: 6 - 18

Loire Valley Castles and Wine Escape

49440 Loiré, France

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Vintage Wine and Travel

Duration: 7 days

Group size: 6 - 18

7-Night Loire Valley Castles & Wine Escape

Journey through the stunning Loire Valley on this unforgettable 7-night adventure, where grand castles, world-class wines, and incredible cuisine await. Stay in breathtaking châteaux, immersing yourself in history and luxury. Wander through charming villages, uncover hidden cultural gems, and indulge in exceptional food and wine experiences that make this trip truly one of a kind.

This is a unique, curated, small group guided tour. Trip cost is per person based on double occupancy and minimum group size of 8. contact us if you have less that 8 in your group. Trip includes transportation, accommodation, exceptional meals and activities. Single supplement required for solo travelers. Trip originates at CDG airport/Paris and airfare is not included.

Loire Valley Castles and Wine Escape

Deposit: $500

Available until 30 days before departure

Experience the architectural and cultural richness of the Loire Valley on a thoughtfully curated seven-night journey through one of France’s most historically significant regions. Home to an extraordinary concentration of Renaissance and medieval castles, the tour includes private tours at iconic estates such as Azay-Le-Ridau, Chenonceau, and Villandry, as well as lesser-known châteaux that reflect the depth and variety of the region’s heritage. Guests will stay in a selection of historic properties, including centuries-old castles and abbeys, offering a unique perspective on the Loire’s aristocratic past. The itinerary also includes guided walks through picturesque villages, visits to troglodyte dwellings, and wine tastings in Chinon and Vouvray, with a focus on the region’s expressive Cabernet Franc and elegant Chenin Blanc wines. Designed for those with a deep appreciation for history, gardens, and wine, this tour offers an intimate and enriching exploration of the Loire Valley.

$5,995

Deposit: $500

Single Supplement

$1,295

Available until 30 days before departure

Rooms are based on double occupancy. Single supplement required for single travelers with their own room.

Paris 3-Night Add On

$1,775

Available until 30 days before departure

Add a 3-night stay in Paris at the start/end of your trip. Price based on double occupancy and includes 3 night hotel stay in a 4-star hotel in St. Germaine, Paris. Price includes dinner in the Eiffel Tower, Museum visit to the Louvre or Musee D'Orsay, Tour of the newly renovated Notre Dame Cathedral, Seine Dinner Cruise, and your choice of Cooking Class or Viennoiserie tour, along with airport transfers. $1995 per person, based on double occupancy. Activities can be customized.

Small group size supplement

$695

Available until 30 days before departure

For groups of 6-7 persons, $695 supplement required per person.

Day 1 Arrival
Day 1 Arrival
Château de Chenonceau & Wine Tasting
Meet your guide at the airport and travel to the Loire.

In the afternoon, visit the breathtaking Château de Chenonceau, spanning the River Cher.

Indulge in a gourmet dinner at L’Orangerie, the château’s elegant restaurant.

Spend the evening in a charming hotel, relaxing in the gardens or enjoying the amenities.

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Day 2 Chaumont
Day 2 Chaumont
Gardens & Discovery at Chaumont-sur-Loire
Begin your day at the remarkable Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a striking medieval fortress turned Renaissance château, perched above the Loire River. Best known today for its International Garden Festival, the estate hosts a world-renowned exhibition of contemporary landscape design, with over 20 themed gardens created by leading designers from around the globe. You’ll have ample time to wander the château’s parkland and explore the gardens at your own pace—each one offering fresh inspiration, artistic expression, and botanical beauty.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a nearby riverside bistro, highlighting seasonal ingredients and regional specialties.

Stop by for wine tasting at a family owned estate, known for its organic Touraine wines.

In the afternoon, return to the relaxation of the hotel for a cooking class with on-site chef with wine pairing, followed by dinner in the award-winning restaurant.

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Day 3 Villandry Gardens
Day 3 Villandry Gardens
Château de Villandry & Castle Hotel
Visit the magnificent Château de Villandry, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the spectacular and world-famous Renaissance gardens and tour the historic chateau.

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at La Doulce Terrasse, the restaurant on site, inspired by the kitchen gardens.

In the afternoon, indulge in a local wine tasting experience before checking into a historic castle, your home for the next 2 evenings. Tour the castle and grounds before a wine reception and farm-fresh gourmet meal made from ingredients picked from the castle's gardens.

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Day 4 Azay-le-Rideau
Day 4 Azay-le-Rideau
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau & Chinon
Spend the morning exploring the town of Chinon, with towering views from the fortress. Chinon, nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, is a charming medieval town known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and connections to Joan of Arc.

Stop for wine tasting at one of the areas most well known producers, where you will learn about the region's earthy Cabernet Franc, before enjoying lunch at a Michelin recommended restaurant.

In the afternoon, explore the romantic Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, followed by a tasting of Azay-Le-Rideau wine on the grounds.

Enjoy dinner at a local Michelin-starred restaurant featuring exquisite regional cuisine and an extensive wine list.

Accommodation: Return to Château du Rivau.

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Day 5 The Abbaye
Day 5 The Abbaye
A Day of Contrasts: Royal Tombs & Subterranean Secrets
Begin your day with a guided tour of the remarkable Château de Brézé, often called a “castle beneath a castle” for its extensive network of underground tunnels, wine cellars, and living quarters carved into the rock. After exploring this architectural marvel, enjoy a tasting of the estate’s award-winning wines.

In the afternoon, delve deeper—literally—into the region’s past with a visit to historic troglodyte caves, once home to much of the local population. Start with a unique dining experience in a traditional troglodyte restaurant, then tour the caves themselves, learning how these remarkable dwellings were carved and used over centuries.

Conclude the day at Fontevraud Abbey, one of Europe’s largest and most impressive monastic complexes, your home for the next two evenings. Once a thriving spiritual center housing monks, nuns, and later prisoners, it now serves as a tranquil cultural site and the burial place of Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry II, and Richard the Lionheart. Stroll through serene cloisters, contemporary art exhibits, and manicured gardens before sitting down to an elegant dinner at the Michelin-rated restaurant located on the abbey grounds.

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Day 6 Saumur
Day 6 Saumur
Cremant Tasting and Village Exploration
Morning – Sparkling Wine & Hilltop Views
Begin your day with a visit to a prestigious Saumur sparkling wine house such as Ackerman or Langlois-Château. Enjoy a guided tour through centuries-old tuffeau cellars, followed by a tasting of elegant Crémant de Loire wines made in the traditional method. Learn how the region’s soft white limestone contributes to the finesse and aging of these wines.

Late Morning – Château de Saumur
Head up to the iconic Château de Saumur, perched above the Loire River. Once a fortress, royal residence, and prison, this beautifully restored castle now houses the Museum of Decorative Arts and the Museum of the Horse. Explore the richly furnished rooms, sweeping terraces, and panoramic views over the Loire Valley.

Lunch – Riverside Dining in Saumur
Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, L’Essentiel, where you can sample regional specialties like rillauds, goat cheese, and Loire Valley wines.

Afternoon – Underground Wonders
Venture just outside town to explore a stunning underground sculpture park carved entirely from tuffeau stone or a local champignonnière (mushroom cave) to learn about Saumur’s underground mushroom cultivation.

Evening – Relax & Dine at Your Château Hotel
Return to the Abbaye where you will enjoy a basket of wine and house-made dishes from the Michelin-starred chefs.

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Day 7 Vaux Le Vicomte
Day 7 Vaux Le Vicomte
Candlelit evening at Vaux-Le-Vicomte
Take your time to visit the charming town of Amboise.

Wander through the streets, stopping at local artisan shops and learning about the history, or exploring the chateau.

Enjoy wine tasting and a lunchtime wine pairing of regional wines before heading towards Vaux-Le-Vicomte.

Spend an unforgettable evening at Vaux-le-Vicomte, one of France’s most exquisite 17th-century châteaux. Enjoy an exclusive candlelit visit, exploring the château’s opulent interiors bathed in soft, atmospheric lighting, followed by an elegant dinner served under the glow of candlelight. As night falls, the formal gardens come alive with thousands of flickering candles! Sparkling lights will be handed out to the audience to create a fleeting luminous fresco, just before the fireworks show begins. Stay at a nearby manor house before heading to the airport/Paris in the morning.

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Day 1 Arrival

Château de Chenonceau & Wine Tasting

Meet your guide at the airport and travel to the Loire.
In the afternoon, visit the breathtaking Château de Chenonceau, spanning the River Cher.
Indulge in a gourmet dinner at L’Orangerie, the château’s elegant restaurant.
Spend the evening in a charming hotel, relaxing in the gardens or enjoying the amenities.

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$6225 Per Person (groups of 8+)

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