Château de Chenonceau + Chambord Excursion
Description
The beautiful Loire Valley awaits us! At the time indicated, we'll depart from the Tourist Office in Tours. After a minibus ride of just 40 minutes, we'll arrive at the famous Château de Chenonceau, also known as the "Château des Dames" (The Ladies Castle). Do you know which illustrious women of the French Renaissance popularized this beautiful palatial residence?
The Château de Chenonceau is best known for its arches over the Cher River. In fact, this design is attributed to one of the women who lived here. While we unveil its history, inside the castle we'll also discover that another illustrious female character decided to change the name of the palace. Its official name changed from "Chenoceaux" to "Chenonceau". The reason has an interesting explanation, but all in good time!
After visiting the castle of Chenoceau we'll head to Amboise. In this historic town located on the banks of the Loire River, we'll stop at one of the most famous wineries in the region: the Caves Ambacia. The sommeliers of this center of reference in wine tourism will show us its underground galleries, where we'll enjoy a tasting of three French wines.
After having lunch on your own, we'll head for another of the Loire Valley's must-see monuments: the Château de Chambord. Inside this former royal residence, one of the greatest of the French Renaissance, we'll learn how the Gallic kings promoted the arts and sciences during the 16th century. In fact, thanks to the efforts of this monarch, Leonardo da Vinci spent the last years of his life in France. The legacy of the Tuscan polymath is very present in the Loire Valley, as we'll see in certain architectural elements of Chambord.
After the visit to Château de Chambord, we'll return to Tours, and arrive at the Tourist Office after 9 hours.
Departure from Amboise
If you prefer, you can book this same excursion departing from Amboise.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Admissions
Tasting of 3 French wines
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Include water in recyclable cartons.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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France Intense
Corporate name: SARL France Intense
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
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Free cancellation
Tourist Office in Tours
