Loire Valley Castles Small-group Guided Day Trip from Paris
Overview
Step into the French Renaissance on a full-day escape from Paris to the Loire Valley, home to some of the country’s most breathtaking châteaux. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and enjoy a small-group experience designed to fit the essentials into one smooth day: Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny. Your guide sets the scene and shares the stories outside each château, then you’ll explore inside at your own pace with entry tickets included for the 3 castles and their gardens—so you get both context and freedom.
From the elegant arches of Chenonceau over the Cher River to the epic silhouette of Chambord and the refined charm of Cheverny (famous for inspiring Tintin’s Moulinsart), this day is made for travelers who want the Loire’s “wow” moments without planning any logistics.
Discover 3 iconic Loire Valley châteaux in one day: Chenonceau, Chambord, Cheverny
What's Included
- Enjoy a glass of champagne and a box of chocolates during the Christmas season
- Air-conditioned Minivan
- Round-trip transport
- Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens)
- Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French)
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend the best places to eat during the visit.
Meeting Location
6 Rue de l'Amiral de Coligny
75001 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Chateau de Chenonceau
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Chateau de Cheverny
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Chateau de Chambord
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- During the Christmas season (November 29 - January 3), the castles are decorated and illuminated for the holidays, making it a truly magical time to visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Enjoy a glass of champagne and a box of chocolates during the Christmas season.
- Air-conditioned Minivan.
- Round-trip transport.
- Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens).
- Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French).
- Driver/guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend the best places to eat during the visit.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Loire Valley Castles Small-group Guided Day Trip from Paris is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Loire Valley Castles Small-group Guided Day Trip from Paris will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Enjoy a glass of champagne and a box of chocolates during the Christmas season
- Air-conditioned Minivan
- Round-trip transport
- Entrance tickets to the castles (Visit at your own pace the 3 castles and their gardens)
- Trilingual guide (English/Spanish/French)
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend the best places to eat during the visit.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- During the Christmas season (November 29 - January 3), the castles are decorated and illuminated for the holidays, making it a truly magical time to visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
