Your Loire Valley adventure begins in Tours, the gateway to an era of splendor and royalty. Aboard our minivan, we will leave the city behind to find the Château de Chenonceau, a marvel of engineering and art that seems to float over the Cher River. Guided by a passionate local expert, you will discover how this castle became a symbol of feminine power as you stroll through its sun-drenched galleries and geometric gardens. The experience here is one of absolute peace, ideal for those seeking to appreciate French refinement at its best.
The journey takes a turn toward pure majesty upon reaching the Château de Chambord. This is not just a castle; it is an imperial statement. Your guide will help you decipher the stone labyrinth of its famous double-helix staircase and lead you to the best panoramic spots, where you can gaze at a skyline of towers mimicking an imaginary city. Through surprising anecdotes and details that often go unnoticed by the average tourist, you will understand why this site is the Loire’s greatest treasure. After a day of contrasts between delicacy and grandeur, you will return to Tours with a renewed perspective on France’s cultural legacy.