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Paris Loire Valley Castles Tour with Da Vinci

TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10

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  • Paris, France
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore three Loire Valley castles, discover Leonardo da Vinci’s legacy, and enjoy a local wine tasting on a small-group day trip from Paris.

About this tour

Discover the Loire Valley’s royal history and artistic legacy on a small-group day trip from Paris, limited to seven guests. Travel in an air-conditioned Mercedes or VW minivan with a professional driver and guide or guide-driver, and enjoy the comfort of adjustable seats and bottled water.

Visit three celebrated landmarks: Château de Chenonceau, which stretches across the River Cher; the Royal Château of Amboise, associated with French kings and Leonardo da Vinci; and Clos Lucé, the artist’s final residence. A live English-speaking guide brings the region’s stories to life. The day also features a wine tasting at a local winery and free time for lunch in Amboise. Choose the tickets-included option for admission to all three castles; otherwise, tickets cost EUR 50 per adult.

This Paris Loire Valley Castles tour pairs landmark visits with a taste of local wine and time to explore at your own pace. Book your place and experience the Loire’s castles and da Vinci heritage in one memorable day.

Highlights

  • Admire Château de Chenonceau spanning the River Cher
  • Explore the Royal Château of Amboise and Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb
  • Visit Clos Lucé, da Vinci’s final residence
  • Taste Loire Valley wines at a local winery
  • Enjoy free time for lunch in Amboise

What's included

Included

  • Professional driver and guide or guide-driver
  • Bottled water
  • Wine tasting
  • All fees and taxes
  • Air-conditioned Mercedes or VW minivan with adjustable seats
  • Entrance tickets to three castles with the tickets-included option

Not included

  • Gratuities and souvenirs
  • Meals and drinks
  • Tickets for three castles, EUR 50 per adult with the no-tickets-included option

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy
  • A maximum of 2 children and 2 youth can join the tour
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 810 minutes.

What is the maximum group size?

The small group is limited to 7 guests.

Is a guide included?

A professional driver and guide or guide-driver accompanies the tour, with a live English-speaking guide.

Are castle tickets included?

Tickets to three castles are included with the tickets-included option. With the no-tickets-included option, tickets cost EUR 50 per adult.

Is wine tasting included?

Yes, the tour includes a Loire Valley wine tasting.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.18 from 17 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.3.

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