From Paris: All Day Loire Valley Trip with entry tickets at Hotel Pullmen Paris Bercy
From Paris: Chambord, Chenonceau & Cheverny Castle Day Trip
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Rated 4.4 out of 5, this full-day Loire Valley excursion earns consistent praise for its convenience, covering three castles with transport and entry included in one straightforward booking. Most travellers appreciate the knowledgeable and friendly guides, though a small number note that language support for non-English speakers could be improved.
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Loire Valley Castle Tour from Paris
Escape Paris for a day and explore three of France's most celebrated châteaux on this comprehensive Loire Valley tour. You'll visit Château de Chambord with its famous Leonardo da Vinci-designed double helix staircase, the elegant Château de Chenonceau spanning the Cher River, and Château de Cheverny, inspiration for Tintin's Marlinspike Hall. Skip-the-line entry tickets are included for all three castles, and your trilingual host handles all the logistics while you travel in comfort on an air-conditioned coach.
This full-day excursion takes you through the heart of the Loire Valley, where Renaissance architecture meets French royal history. At Chambord, you'll explore monumental halls and climb the renowned spiral staircase. Chenonceau offers lavishly furnished rooms and peaceful gardens perfect for a picnic lunch. Cheverny showcases refined interiors filled with period art and furniture. The tour includes round-trip transport from Paris, making it an ideal day trip for visitors staying in the capital.
What is Included
- Round-trip coach transport from Paris
- Skip-the-line entry tickets to Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny castles
- Trilingual host throughout the journey
- Air-conditioned coach with comfortable seating
- Audio guide upgrade available in ten languages (optional)
- Winter lunch included for select bookings
Good to Know
The tour departs from Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy and lasts a full day. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. The castles visited may vary depending on the day - on Mondays and Saturdays during summer, Amboise may replace Chambord. Not suitable for children under 6 years or visitors with reduced mobility, as many castle areas are not wheelchair accessible.
Bring only small bags as large luggage and pets are not permitted. You can pack your own lunch for a picnic in Chenonceau's gardens, though lunch is provided in winter for certain options. Keep your ticket accessible throughout the trip and follow your host's instructions at all times. The tour includes ample free time at each castle to explore at your own pace.
If you're exploring more of France's historic sites, consider booking a Versailles Palace and gardens day trip from Paris. For those interested in French art and culture, a guided Louvre Museum tour offers another perspective on France's artistic heritage.
Why you'll love it
- Trying to figure out the logistics for your day trip to the Loire Valley? Don't
- Simply book round-trip transfers from Paris in an air-conditioned coach, with the assistance of an onboard trilingual host
- Skip the ticket lines at three iconic Loire Valley castles—Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny, after a mandatory security check, and save up to 30 minutes of wait time
- Climb the iconic double helix staircase at Chambord, soak in the legacy created by powerful women at Chenonceau, and walk through the richly decorated halls of Cheverny, said to have inspired Marlinspike Hall from Tintin comics
- Looking to delve deeper into each castle's history? Upgrade to a tour with a guide or a multilingual audio-guided tour, available in ten languages.
What's included
- Skip the ticket line entry to three castles—Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny Round-trip transfers from Paris in an air-conditioned coach Audioguide (as per option selected) Expert guide (as per option selected)
- Lunch
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Know before you go
Wear comfortable shoes for castle exploration and walks
Bring a valid photo ID for ticket verification
Packed lunch recommended for enjoying in Chenonceau park
Visitors under 6 or wheelchair users are advised the tour is not suitable
The itinerary may change based on castle opening schedules
- Visitor guidelines
Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
Follow the instructions of your host at all times
Keep your ticket or pass accessible throughout the trip
Carry only small bags; large luggage and pets are not allowed
Maintain respect for castle property and grounds
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Frequently asked
Is the tour suitable for families with young children?
The tour is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.
Are the castles accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?
The tour and many castle areas are not wheelchair accessible.
Can I bring my own lunch?
Yes, bringing a packed lunch for a picnic at Chenonceau's park is suggested.
Will I have a guide throughout the trip?
A host will assist onboard and at castles, and an audio guide is available as an upgrade.
What castles are visited on the tour?
Chambord, Chenonceau and Cheverny castles; occasionally Amboise visits replace Chambord on certain days.
Where you'll be
Hotel Pullmen Paris Bercy, 1 Rue de Libourne, 75012 Paris, France
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