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A Private Loire Valley Half Day Trip from Tours to Chenonceau Castle
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Enjoy a private half day trip from Tours to the unique Château de Chenonceau in the heart of the Loire Valley. Chenonceau castle is one of the most elegant Chateaus of the Loire. Private Guided visit of the interior, Green Study & Gallery.
Highlights
- Pick up and drop off in or around Tours
- Visit the most elegant Loire Valley Renaissance Castle of Chenonceau
- Private guided visit of Chenonceau with your personal guide
- Local Tour guide, Expert of Loire Valley History
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Arriving in the Loire Valley, your private half day tour will reach the Chateau de Chenonceau. The “Chateau des Dames”, bridge built across the Cher, 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.The original Château dates back to the 13th century but was later torched and rebuilt to be finally taken ...
Guided tour of the Chateau of Chenonceau
Arriving in the Loire Valley, your private half day tour will reach the Chateau de Chenonceau. The “Chateau des Dames”, bridge built across the Cher, 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.
The original Château dates back to the 13th century but was later torched and rebuilt to be finally taken by King Francis I as a debt. The next most important owner was Diane de Poitiers, mistress of Henri II, who transformed the building and added the arched bridge that spans over the River Cher. After the kings death, the Chateau became the property of Catherine de Medici who expelled Diane de Poitiers.
During her time at the Château as owner, Catherine de Medici spent large amounts of money for renovation and embellishments and was known to house spectacular night time parties. It is here that in 1560, the first ever fireworks took place in France.
After the death of Catherine de Medici, the Château passed into several hands including that of Louise Dupin famous for hosting a literary salon that was attended by some of the most famous figures of the time including Voltaire, Montesquieu, Buffon or Marivaux. Famous philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseau was Louise Dupin's secretary and tutored her son.
In more recent history, the castle was bought in 1913 by Henri Menier whose family was famous as chocolate makers and the Chateau de Chenonceau is still in their possession today.
After your arrival at Chenonceau castle, begin your private guided tour. Chenonceau is home to an outstanding collection of furniture, tapestries and paintings that included artworks from Rubens, Tintoretto, Van Loo, Murillo, Veronese, Poussin, Van Dyck and many more.
Also, during your tour, you will visit the highlights of the castle including Diane de Poitiers' bedroom, the Green Study, the Gallery and the kitchens. After the visit, you will have some free time to explore the gardens. We will then head back to Tours.
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Pick up at train station or accommodation in Tours
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Drive to Château de Chenonceau
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Private guided tour of Chenonceau Castle
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Free time for personal discovery
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Scenic drive in the Loire Valley on the way back to Tours
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- Available From April to end of October
- Loire Valley Castle private half day trip from Tours
- Wear good walking shoes
- Private tour for 2 to 8 persons maximum
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Price is per group
- Currency is in Euros
Meeting point
37000 TOURS
Departure
We will come and pick you up at the train station or your hotel in Tours.
Return
Tour returns to original departure point with drop off possible in Tours city center or Train Station.
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Included
- Pick up and drop off at Tours train station or hotel
- English speaking licensed guide, expert in Loire Valley Castles
- Private guided visit of Chenonceau Castle
- Premium A/C vehicle
Excluded
- Entrance tickets other than mentioned
- Meals & drinks
- Personal insurance & expenses
- Gratuities for the guide
Entrance tickets to Chenonceau can be purchased during the booking process
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