Loire Valley Castles Day Trip from Paris & Tasting with Pickup
Description
Discover the magic of the Loire Valley on this unforgettable full-day trip from Paris, perfect for friends and families. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and explore two of the region’s iconic castles: romantic Château de Chenonceau, beautifully spanning the River Cher, and majestic Château de Chambord, famous for its Renaissance architecture and iconic spiral staircase. Enjoy free time to explore each château and immerse yourself in centuries of French royal history. During the day, visit a local family-owned winery, where you will explore the cellars and enjoy a guided tasting of up to 5 regional wines, discovering the unique character of Loire Valley winemaking You may also enjoy a traditional multi-course French lunch (optional), featuring regional specialties including starter, main course, and dessert in a charming local restaurant This small-group experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Paris for a seamless and comfortable journey from start to finish
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Itinerary
Your day begins with a convenient pickup directly from your hotel or Airbnb in Paris in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Once everyone is on board, we depart for the beautiful Loire Valley. On the way, depending on timing and traffic conditions, we may make a short comfort stop at a service area where you can use the restrooms, enjoy a coffee, or grab a snack if you wish. As you leave Paris behind, you will travel through the scenic French countryside towards the Loire Valley, known as the “Garden of France,” where your journey through castles, history, and royal heritage truly begins.
Your next destination is the magnificent Château de Chambord, one of the most iconic masterpieces of the Loire Valley and a true symbol of French Renaissance architecture. Often described as a unique work of genius and one of the greatest treasures of world heritage, Chambord is both majestic and mysterious. Its extraordinary design, symbolic meaning, and monumental scale continue to fascinate visitors and historians alike, making it one of the most remarkable castles in France. Originally commissioned in 1519 by King Francis I as a royal hunting lodge, the château was later favored by French kings such as Henry II and Louis XIV, especially during their hunting seasons. With its vast estate, distinctive architecture, and famous double-helix staircase, believed to be influenced by Leonardo da Vinci, Chambord remains one of the most impressive landmarks in the Loire Valley. You will have free time to explore this extraordinary château and its surroundings at your own pace.
Enjoy a traditional 3-course French lunch in a carefully selected restaurant, Théâtre Le Quai, located on Boulevard Henri Arnauld in Angers. In this elegant setting, you will be served a seasonal menu featuring a starter, main course, and dessert, offering a true taste of classic French cuisine. This is a moment to relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and experience the richness of local gastronomy in the heart of the Loire Valley. (optional)
Your next stop is the magnificent Château de Chenonceau, one of the most iconic and elegant castles in the Loire Valley. Known as the “Ladies’ Château,” it is famous for its unique Renaissance architecture gracefully spanning the River Cher. Rich in history and elegance, Chenonceau has been shaped and preserved by influential women of French nobility, giving it a distinctive charm and atmosphere unlike any other château in France. During your visit, you will explore the castle at your own pace with an audio guide, allowing you to discover its beautifully furnished rooms, historic galleries, and stunning riverside views while learning about its fascinating past.
Your journey continues to Plou & Fils, a charming family-owned winery in the heart of the Loire Valley, known for its authentic winemaking traditions and warm hospitality. Here, you will be welcomed for a guided visit and tasting experience, where you will discover the winery’s cellars and learn about their production methods passed down through generations. You will then enjoy a guided wine tasting session, sampling a selection of local wines and experiencing the true character of Loire Valley winemaking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
At the end of your Loire Valley experience, you will relax on the journey back to Paris in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver/guide will drop you off directly at your hotel or Airbnb, or at another location in Paris agreed in advance, ensuring a smooth and convenient end to your day.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We will let you know your pick up time day prior to the tour. Also please be aware that if your address is not showing up that is not a problem. Make sure to leave that information with us and we will sort your pick up out!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Those under 18 years of age will be offered a variety of nonalcoholic grape juices
Reviews(16)
Wine tasting tour in the Loire Valley with visits to the castle and lunch, was very good, excellent lunch and wine tasting of the Loire Valley. I recommend Go Go Tours.
This was an amazing excursion for anyone visiting France or Paris for the first time. We wanted to experience some of France's countryside, and this experience checked all boxes. We had a wonderful tour guide, Sebastian, who ended up doing a private tour for my husband and I. We visited two breathtaking chateaus, which includes tasty lunch and wine tasting. Sebastian was very knowledgeable of the wine making process which made the experience a lot better. I'd highly recommend this trip if you're looking for something to do outside of the busy Paris attractions.
We visit France enough to know what these tours are like. But this was exceptional. Pick up was prompt and easy. The travel between the places we visited was really nice and seemed like we never backtracked. The castles were the usual but the two wineries were more interesting than usual with interesting wine selections. Would recommend taking he lunch option because unlike other tours this was at a very nice non touristy restaurant at a high end property. It also helped to have a wonderful guide who has a lot of interesting knowledge about the region. Was very personable and open to questions. The tour is worth every dollar we spent on it and more. Will be reaching out again to this company for additional tours.
We had such a great day on this tour. Our guide Sebastian made the whole tour fun, informative, and seamless. Sebastian really went out of his way to make it a great day for me and my partner. He included multiple stops, taught us so much about the area we were in and each venue we visited. His French is also great and made it easy getting around, as he could speak to all the locals and shop owners. Sebastian went out of the way to show us the sites and really went the extra mile to make our experience great. Would highly recommend this tour.
Great tour of the Loire Valley. Tomer was an exceptional guide. The luncheon and wine tastings were top notch.😃
Be careful of the bait and switch. We were given a completely different and lesser itinerary than what we signed up and paid for. Our tour guide barely spoke to us at all even when asked where we were going since it was off the itinerary. There was barely a wine tasting at all so don’t be deceived by the title of the tour. It is hard to tell who even runs the tour because they are all resold on different sites…ours was purchased through Viator tours but apparently provided by GoGo tours. We reached out to customer service and were not even given a response to our concerns and disappointment.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We genuinely appreciate when our clients take the time to leave constructive reviews — they help us grow and improve. However, in this particular case, we must respectfully disagree with your assessment, as we do not see constructive criticism in your message. We conducted a thorough internal investigation regarding your tour. We interviewed all staff involved: your guide-driver, guides, and the vineyard host. Everyone confirmed that the services provided fully matched the tour description on Viator. As clearly stated in the tour details — which you acknowledged having read — the experience included: • A guided visit to Château de Chambord; • A second guided visit in the city of Blois, including its château; • A three-course lunch at a local restaurant; • A wine tasting at a vineyard, including a visit to the wine caves. The wine tasting was conducted by the vineyard owner himself — someone we know well and trust. He is known for being generous during tastings, offering guests between 8 and up to 16 different wine samples, including white, red, sparkling, and local specialties. This is not simply a social drinking session — it is a tasting experience and a guided introduction to regional wines, their pairing with food, and their production. It is, in essence, a form of a masterclass, not a wine party. We understand that this might have been your first wine tour, and perhaps your expectations were more about relaxing and drinking at leisure. However, this was a group tour with a carefully timed schedule, designed to allow guests to visit two châteaux, enjoy lunch, take part in a vineyard visit and tasting, and return to Paris by 7–8 PM. For guests seeking a slower pace and more time at the vineyard, we recommend a private tour, focused solely on the wine experience. What we found particularly surprising is that no concerns or complaints were raised during the tour itself — neither to the guide nor during any part of the day. Only several days after the tour, we received your request for a refund, claiming the experience did not meet your expectations. After reviewing the case and confirming that all promised services were delivered, we explained that a refund would not be issued. Following this, you unfortunately began threatening to leave negative reviews, which we find regrettable. We would also like to point out that your group included two other guests, who left very positive feedback and were fully satisfied with their experience. Please understand that we delivered everything exactly as described. We’re sorry the tour did not match your personal expectations, but that does not mean it was misrepresented or poorly executed. Moreover, over a month has passed since the tour took place, which makes this situation even more puzzling.
Fantastic tour! As a solo traveler, it was great to have a guide that was engaging, knowledgeable and patient when I had questions or wanted to stop for many photo ops of the scenery, castles, churches and more. Lunch was excellent and the wine tasting was a nice addition.
It was great right from the pick up. Sebastian was a great tour guide. The 2.5 hour drive to the Loire Valley seemed short due to great conversation with Sebastian about each other and History about Paris. He made sure we were comfortable and even stopped so we could get coffee and use the toilet when needed. Sebastian has great communication skills and made the experience easy and enjoyable. The whole trip from pick up to drop off was 13 hours. Even though it was a long day we had a great time and never realized how long it really was. By the end of the trip we felt like we have known Sebastian Like a friend we came to visit. Sebastian driving skills and concern for safety is second to none. He always made sure we were buckled up and stay the speed limit on the highways . The traffic is crazy in Paris with cars and scooters cutting in front of us but Sebastian let us know that he is always aware of the traffic and our safety is important to him. I must say, Sebastian was everything he sad he was. There wasn’t one time during the trip where I was nervous about the traffic. Sebastian also takes great pictures. He has experience in this and made a lot of great suggestions on spots to take photos of my wife and I. Sebastian made us feel like it was important to him to enjoy ourselves on the trip and tour. Not just because it was his job as a tour guide. Because it was important him as a person. He takes his job very seriously and is very knowledgeable about Paris and everything it has to offer. The next time we come to Paris we will Definitely take another tour with Sebastian. He is a great tour guide and a kind and caring person. Thanks again Sebastian for a great and memorable experience.
Our guide Sebastian was superb. The tour generally is well plan. Not rush and very relax. The cave was amazing for the winenary tours. The castle visit was also prefect.
The Loire Valley tour was like uncovering a hidden treasure trove of beauty. With its stunning chateaux and picturesque landscapes, it felt more like a journey through a storybook, seamlessly blending history and natural wonders.
