From Tours/Amboise: Chenonceau & Chambord Chateaux Day Trip
Loire Valley Châteaux, Chamonix
Discover Chenonceau and Chambord castles on a day tour from Tours or Ambroise. See the Loire Valley, tour the castles, and see where Da Vinci spent the end of his life in the royal city of Amboise.
Loire Valley Castle Tour from Tours and Amboise
This full-day tour explores the Loire Valley’s two most popular castles, suitable for history and architecture enthusiasts departing from Tours or Amboise.
Highlights
- Visit the Château de Chenonceau, built over the River Cher
- Free time for lunch in Amboise city center
- Guided tour of the Château de Chambord with 426 rooms and 282 fireplaces
Description
Pickup is at 9:00 AM in Tours or 9:30 AM in Amboise. Begin with a tour of Château de Chenonceau, known for its Renaissance gardens and the influential women Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medicis.
Next, spend lunch time in Amboise (lunch not included), a historic town along the Loire River where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years.
After lunch, visit Château de Chambord for a guided tour of the largest chateau in the Loire Valley, featuring architectural highlights such as Da Vinci’s double helix staircase.
The tour concludes with drop-off in Tours at 6:00 PM or Amboise at 6:30 PM.
Includes
- Transport in a comfortable 8-passenger minivan
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Entry ticket and guided tour of Château de Chenonceau
- Free time in Amboise for lunch (own expense)
- Entry ticket and guided tour of Château de Chambord
Excludes
- Meals and drinks
- Train tickets
Important Information
- Guides conduct the tour in English only
- Lunch is at your own expense during free time in Amboise
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
To make the most of your visit, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. The best months for this tour are spring through early autumn.
