A group reservation is necessary for this tour!

Chateau de la Loire:

This visit lasts all day. Since time immemorial the kings of France have resided in this area because of its natural resources and its moderate climate, as the vast castles built along the Loire Valley will testify.
The day begins with a visit to the most prestigious of all, the Chateau de Chambord. This was built by François I from 1519, and is graced by the genius of Leonardo da Vinci who created the designs for the famous twin-flighted staircase. It nestles in a beautiful forest.

We continue the tour with the Chateau de Chenenceau, also known as the Ladies’ Chateau, built on a tributary of the Loire, the river Cher. This was home to the favourite of Henri II, Diane de Poitiers, and later by the queen Catherine de Medici, and there was a great rivalry between these two ladies of the 16th century. The gardens surrounding the castle are also visited.

The day ends with the Chateau d’Amboise, one of the first built on the actual Loire. This is alive with history, and offers a remarkable view of the area. It is also interesting to visit the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci, as the last resting place of the great artist is in the chapel here.