{"id":8942,"date":"2024-05-17T14:47:17","date_gmt":"2024-05-17T13:50:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.france-privatetravels.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=8942"},"modified":"2024-05-17T14:57:09","modified_gmt":"2024-05-17T13:57:09","slug":"loire-valley-escape-your-luxury-selfdrive","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.france-privatetravels.com\/en\/produit\/loire-valley-escape-your-luxury-selfdrive\/","title":{"rendered":"Loire Valley escape-your luxury selfdrive"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Loire Valley escape-your luxury selfdrive<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Booking :<a href=\"travelfrance@guisud.com\">travelfrance@guisud.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 1\u00a0 \u2013 Arrival in Paris<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Arrival Paris CDG Airport.<\/p>\n<p>Pick up your car at the airport.<\/p>\n<p>Road to Loire valley (2hours and a half of driving- depending on your schedule of arrival)<\/p>\n<p>You will stop in Orl\u00e9ans to visit the medieval city. (on your own)<\/p>\n<p>Arrival in chambord in the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Installation in your Hotel Relais de Chambord 4*<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Dinner at leisure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Night at hotel Hotel Relais de Chambord 4<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Services included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accommodation<\/li>\n<li>Car rental<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 2 \u2013 Amboise castle and Chaumont<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM:<\/strong> Breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>Drive to Amboise and private guided visit of Clos Luc\u00e9.\u00a0\u00a0 Amboise was one of the favorite sites of the kings of France when they transformed their country during the Renaissance. \u00a0Leonardo stayed at the Ch\u00e2teau du Clos Luc\u00e9 for the last three years of his life and worked on numerous projects for the King of France, surrounded by his pupils. \u00a0In Leonardo\u2019s Garden: Learn how nature inspired his work and experience the creative universe of the Master. Visit the rooms of the ch\u00e2teau and imagine Leonardo living and working there.<\/p>\n<p>Lunch at leisure<\/p>\n<p><strong>PM:<\/strong> Drive to Chaumont.\u00a0 Uncover the enchanting Castle of Chaumont, a place that transcends the boundaries of a traditional Renaissance castle. This regional estate not only exudes historical grandeur but also serves as an Arts and Nature Center, offering visitors a truly magical perspective of the Loire Valley.<\/p>\n<p>One of the crown jewels of Chaumont is its International Garden Festival, a spectacular annual event that unites artists and landscape designers around a central theme. This festival promises to ignite your sense of wonder with its innovative and imaginative garden installations. It has evolved into an essential meeting point for showcasing the creative genius of a new generation of landscape architects.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the festival, the 10-hectare &#8220;Pr\u00e9s du Goualoup&#8221; park, established in 2012, provides a picturesque setting for sustainable gardens inspired by the world&#8217;s major garden civilizations. This park is a sanctuary where art and nature harmonize, offering an immersive experience that allows you to connect with the profound history of garden design. Dinner at leisure.<br \/>\nNight in Chambord<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Guided tour Clos Luc\u00e9, entrance fees included.<\/li>\n<li>Entrance fees Chaumont Castle<\/li>\n<li>Accommodation, breakfast and city tax included.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 3 \u2013 Chambord<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM:<\/strong> After breakfast, you will drive to Chambord Castle!<\/p>\n<p>Visit the castle on your own. Enter the world of the genius and discover the famous double-revolution staircase, more than 4500 art objects in the refurbished flats. The entrance ticket gives access to more than 60 rooms, to the French gardens and to the decor of the travelling court.<\/p>\n<p>Lunch at leisure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PM<\/strong>: Stroll around the castle by bike! A 15 km cycle route in the heart of the area open to the public will allow you to meet the treasures of the forest: flora and animals are not far! The sportier will be able to rally the surrounding sites and castles and appreciate the sweetness of the Loire.<\/p>\n<p>Dinner at leisure under our recommendation.<\/p>\n<p>Night in Chambord<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Entrance fees Chambord<\/li>\n<li>2 hours bike rental in Chambord<\/li>\n<li>Accommodation, breakfast and city tax included.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 4 &#8211; Chenonceau<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM:<\/strong> Breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>Drive to Chenonceau. The &#8220;Chateau des Dames&#8221; is famous for the great feminine figures who lived in it (Diane de Poitiers, Catherine de Medici) and for the beauty of its Renaissance gardens. Enjoy a guided visit of the interior of this elegant Chateau.<\/p>\n<p>Lunch at leisure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PM:<\/strong> After lunch you will enjoy a 4km-canoe- trip on the Cher River, sailing under the Chateau of Chenonceau (possible to schedule this canoe trip at sunset for another atmosphere)<\/p>\n<p>Optional: Hot air balloon end of day Dinner at leisure<\/p>\n<p>Night in Chambord<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Entrance fees Chenonceau<\/li>\n<li>Canoe ride 6km<\/li>\n<li>Accommodation, breakfast and city tax included car park at hotel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 5\u00a0 \u2013 Transfer to Paris<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM: <\/strong>Breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>Today is your last day in Loire valley. Drive to St Pierre des corps TGV Station and drop off your car rental.<\/p>\n<p>TGV train to Paris.<\/p>\n<p>On arrival, private transfer to your hotel, located near Jardins des Tuileries and le Louvre Museum.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PM:<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Discover The monuments along the Seine River thanks to Batobus.\u00a0 Batobus offers the ultimate hop-on and hop-off river transportation experience in Paris, with 9 convenient stops strategically located near the city&#8217;s most iconic landmarks, including the Louvre, Champs \u00c9lys\u00e9es, and the Eiffel Tower.<br \/>\nStep aboard a fully enclosed glass boat that provides you with breathtaking panoramic views of Paris&#8217;s most famous monuments. Discover the city from a whole new perspective as you cruise along the river.<\/p>\n<p>Stop at the Eiffel Tower and access to the second floor to enjoy the view on the city.<\/p>\n<p>Dinner at leisure<\/p>\n<p>Night at Maison Armance, 4-star hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TGV train tickets 1st class St Pierre des Corps\/Paris<\/li>\n<li>Transfer from Paris station to hotel<\/li>\n<li>Batobus tickets and Eiffel tower tickets (second floor access)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Accommodation, breakfast and city tax included<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day 6 \u2013 Market Tour in the 17<sup>th<\/sup> arrondissement.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM:<\/strong> Breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>The 17th arrondissement is a non-tourist neighborhood. For 15 years, we have built up privileged relationships with artisans and shopkeepers. Start with a welcoming caf\u00e9. Then get some bread at a local and artisanal bakery before visiting a covered market and taste cheeses &amp; bread. Then walk to rue de Levis, a famous street market in Paris. Explore our selection of food shops: from charcuterie to honey, from chocolate to pastry. If the weather is nice, we have the cheese tasting at the beautiful Batignolles garden.<\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s included: hot beverage, viennoiserie, cheese tasting with bread, charcuteries, chocolates, mini-pastry and other tastings.<\/p>\n<p>Afternoon at leisure<\/p>\n<p>Dinner at leisure<\/p>\n<p>Night at Maison Armance, 4-star hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accommodation, breakfast and city taxes,<\/li>\n<li>Private food tour 2and a half hour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 7\u2013 Versailles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>AM:<\/strong> Breakfast. Meet your private driver guide at your hotel.<\/p>\n<p>For a truly immersive experience in the grandeur of Versailles, we recommend dedicating an entire day to explore this historic estate. With your private driver guide, you&#8217;ll have the opportunity to make the most of your visit.<\/p>\n<p>The Estate of Versailles is a sprawling complex that comprises the Palace, the gardens, the Park, the Trianon estate, and various buildings within the town. It covers more than 800 hectares, offering a vast and diverse array of attractions.<\/p>\n<p>Your ticket provides access to the entire estate of Versailles and ensures you can enter the Palace within half an hour of your selected time. You&#8217;ll start your day with a visit to the magnificent Palace, where you can delve into the opulent history and architecture that defines Versailles.<\/p>\n<p>Following your visit to the Palace, it&#8217;s time to venture outdoors and explore the sprawling gardens.<\/p>\n<p>To make the most of your day in Versailles, you might consider renting bikes to tour the gardens or embarking on an excursion on the Versailles Canal by renting boats. This will allow you to appreciate the vastness and beauty of the estate at your own pace, ensuring a memorable and leisurely exploration of this historic and iconic destination.<\/p>\n<p>Back to Paris.<\/p>\n<p>Dinner at leisure<\/p>\n<p>Night at Maison Armance, 4-star hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Services included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accommodation, breakfast and city taxes,<\/li>\n<li>Full day driver guide (9am-5pm)<\/li>\n<li>Entrance Versailles (whole estate)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Day 8- Departure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After breakfast, private transfer to CDG airport. 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