Loire Valley Wines and Castle Small Group Day Trip from Paris
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About This Experience in Paris
Why Visit Paris?
Paris, the City of Light, is renowned for its art, culture, and romance. Home to iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, Paris offers world-class museums, exquisite cuisine, and charming neighborhoods. Experience the beauty of the Seine, explore historic districts, and indulge in French culture.
Getting to Paris
The easiest way to reach Paris is by flying into Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Orly Airport (ORY). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Paris easily accessible by rail as well.
What's Included
- Stop in the vineyard for a vine growing introduction
- Audio-guided visit of Chambord Castle
- Guided visit of a Loire Valley Winery, followed by a wine tasting
- English-speaking driver guide, expert in wine, sharing knowledge and anecdotes
- Lunch at a family-run winery or gourmet restaurant, with Loire Valley wine and food pairing
- Pick up at your hotel (if located in Paris), drop off in central Paris (Hôtel de Ville)
- Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned minivan (8 passengers max)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Extras
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Schedule and wineries visited are subject to minor changes depending on the season and on supplier availability.
- Your guide will contact you one day before the tour to give you an exact pick up time (usually between 7-7:30 AM)
- Not wheelchair accessible, some stairs to access the underground cellars
- Wine cellars are usually quite cold and damp (45 °F / 10 °C): do not forget to bring warm clothes with you
- Private tours (including for bigger groups) are possible upon request; please specify at the time of the booking
- There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. Wine Passport reserves the right to cancel any tour where the minimum number is not reached (4 ppl). In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Experience in Spanish and French are subject to availability: not all wineries offer tours in Spanish, and not all of our guides speak Spanish or French.
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Hotel pick up - After an early morning... 2 hours
Hotel pick up - After an early morning hotel pickup in Paris, you will travel with your knowledgeable tour guide in an air-conditioned minivan for about 2 hours. En route, hear about the winemaking region of Loire Valley as you bite into delicious croissants.
Let yourself be audio guided through this splendid... 2 hours
Let yourself be audio guided through this splendid renaissance castle, constructed by King Francis I of France, that inspired the Disney movie “The Beauty & the Beast”.
On the way to lunch, enjoy the view...
On the way to lunch, enjoy the view through the vineyards of Touraine, Vouvray and Montlouis sur Loire. Your tour guide will tell you everything he/she knows about cabernet franc, chenin blanc and sauvignon blanc grapes.
LUNCH Savour an authentic and freshly cooked french meal... 2 hours
LUNCH Savour an authentic and freshly cooked french meal paired with local wines largely unavailable in rest of the world, in a gourmet restaurant or a winery.
FAMILY-RUN WINERY Not only will you discover the winemaking... 2 hours
FAMILY-RUN WINERY Not only will you discover the winemaking process and the cellars, but you will also taste the variety of wines the Loire Valley has to offer: sparkling; dry and sweet wines; red, white and rosé wines. (Depending on availability)
Return to Paris and drop off in the city center 2 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
