Paris and the Loire: Gardens, Kings and Wine
From Parisian icons to the storybook castles of the Loire, this journey pairs France’s grandest cultural treasures with intimate, guided insight. Explore the Eiffel Tower and Versailles, then dive into royal history, da Vinci’s legacy, and crisp regional wines in Amboise. Every detail is tailored by your Destination Expert to match your pace, passions, and palate.
- Duration
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Route
- Paris · St. Pierre des Corps · Amboise
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $5,240 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Discover Paris on a customizable private walking tour, from Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower.
- Step into Versailles, admire its opulent halls, and stroll through its enchanting gardens.
- Visit Chenonceau’s iconic castle and gardens and see where Da Vinci lived at Clos Lucé.
- Savor Loire Valley wines with a tasting of exquisite vintages at a historic local winery.
- Consult your Destination Expert for top dining recommendations to elevate your journey.
Every day, already yours.
Get In and Get Some Rest
Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer. Note: Driver may not speak English.
- Private Airport Transfer
- France Welcome Package
- Airport Meet & Greet - Private
- Self-Guided: A Taste of Paris
Strolling the Magical Streets
Set out on a private walking tour of Paris with your expert guide, departing from the comfort of your hotel. Explore the City of Light on foot for three hours, soaking up its rich history and culture. From the medieval Ile de la Cite, home to the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral, to the grandeur of the Louvre's courtyards, the beauty of Paris is yours to discover.
- Walking Tour of Paris (3 hrs) - Private Tour
- Optional: Evening Activities
A Journey Back in Time
Enjoy a full day small group tour to visit two important French sites: Giverny, in the footsteps of Claude Monet and the wonderful palace of Versailles with lunch at the countryside. From a central meeting point in Paris, you'll join your driver and guide with a group of no more than 15 participants, setting out to Giverny where you'll discover Claude Monet's house and studio, as well as the beautiful lily gardens of Giverny.
- Giverny & Versailles (with Lunch, 9.5 hrs) - Small Group
The Journey Continues…
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a train station transfer.
- Private Train Station Transfer
- Train - Paris - St. Pierre des Corps [1 hr] - First Class
- Private Train Station Transfer
Audacious Architecture
Set out with your private driver-guide for a full day of touring through the castles of the Loire Valley. You'll get to visit three beautiful chateaux today: the 15th-century Chateau d'Amboise, the 13th-century Close Luce, and the 13th-17th-century Chateau de Blois.
- Castles of the Loire: Amboise, Chateau Clos Luce & Blois (8hrs)
En Route
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to the train station in St. Pierre des Corps. Approximate travel time is 30 minutes.
- Amboise to St. Pierre des Corps Train Station (30 mins) - Private Transfer
- Train - St. Pierre des Corps - Paris [1 hr] - First Class
- Private Train Station Transfer
- Afternoon at Leisure
Head Home
Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer. Note: Driver may not speak English.
- Private Airport Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Hotel Rochester Champs-Elysees
Situated between the chic Faubourg Saint-Honore and the Elysee Palace, Hotel Rochester welcomes guests into the heart of Paris. Behind its extravagant entrance with copper uprights, step into the front foyer lounge adorned with damasked fabrics and marvelous skylights.
Le Clos d`Amboise
Tucked away in the heart of town, Le Clos d'Amboise invites guests to experience a refined retreat where history and modern luxury meet. Set within a beautifully preserved 17th-century mansion, this charming hotel effortlessly blends classic French elegance with contemporary comfort.