Best of Loire Valley 4 Châteaux Day Tour from Paris

Overview

Experience the heart of the French Renaissance through four iconic châteaux in one unforgettable day. Stop at Château de Chambord for an exterior visit of the largest château in the Loire Valley, designed by Leonardo da Vinci—who also hid the Mona Lisa within its walls during WWII. Step inside Château de Blois, where four architectural styles blend into one royal residence. Here, Joan of Arc received her blessing before her legendary campaign. Explore Château d'Amboise, perched above the Loire River as the main royal residence of Renaissance France—where Leonardo da Vinci himself is buried in the royal chapel. Tour the interiors of Château de Chenonceau, the "Ladies' Château" built across the river. Powerful women like Catherine de Medici filled it with secrets and intrigue—before it was transformed into a WWI hospital, saving thousands of lives. From Leonardo da Vinci's genius to deadly royal drama, experience the real stories that shaped France.