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DISCOVERING THE ROYAL CASTLE OF BLOIS AND THE CASTLE OF CHAMBORD

Two sublime castles full of history, masterpieces of the Renaissance.

:: Departure from our Louvre agency in the heart of Paris at 7:15 a.m. accompanied by our driver guide.

AUDIOGUIDED VISIT OF THE ROYAL CASTLE OF BLOIS :
The Royal Castle of Blois, classified as a historical monument since 1840, was the favorite residence of the kings of France during the Renaissance.
Located in the heart of the city of Blois, on the right bank of the Loire River, the castle of Blois gathers around the same courtyard a panorama of French architecture from the Middle Ages to the classical period, which makes it a key building for the understanding of the evolution of architecture over the centuries. The restored royal apartments are furnished and decorated with polychrome decorations of the nineteenth century, created by Felix Duban in the line of the restorers contemporary of Viollet-le-Duc.

AMBOISE AT LUNCH TIME:
Your driver-guide will accompany you in the city of Blois and will propose several alternatives to allow you to have lunch in a traditional and charming restaurant, you will discover the French gastronomy, before walking in the authentic lanes of a medieval city.

AUDIOGUIDED VISIT OF CHAMBORD CASTLE:
Considered as the largest and most majestic castle of the Loire valley, Chambord Castle was commissioned as a hunting lodge by François I. However, he only spent 42 days of his 32-year reign in this royal residence. The 365 chimneys, 440 rooms, 14 staircases and 800 turrets and capitals give an insight of the magnificent period architecture. The main attraction remains the intricate "double revolution" staircase designed by Leonardo de Vinci.

WINE TASTING AT CHAMBORD:
After discovering the Loire castles, join us for a wine tasting. Enjoy a gourmet moment and discover some of the Loire Valley such as Cheverny, Vouvray, Touraine and Sancerre wines produced by local wine-makers. At the end of your visit, you can buy some wines as souvenirs.

:: Return to our Louvre agency around 8:15 p.m.

Discover the Loire Castles