Private excursion to the châteaux of Amboise, Clos Lucé and Chenonceau

Our team will accompany you to visit the Fontevraud Abbey, an exceptional Bourgueil winery, and Villandry (castle & gardens) aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, exclusively for you! Your quest for authenticity will begin with a visit to the royal Fontevraud Abbey. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it continues the ideal city vision set by its founder, Robert d’Arbrissel. In the Bourgueil wine region, you will have the privilege of enjoying lunch amidst the vines in the only picnic barrel in France, in an enchanting setting. The meal will be made from local seasonal products and paired with organic wine from the estate. The highlight of the day will be the visit to the Château de Villandry, and especially its gardens, some of the most renowned and appreciated in France. Return approximately at 6:00 PM.

Your quest for authenticity will begin with a visit to the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, known by experts as the jewel of the Loire Valley. You'll enjoy lunch in the heart of a vineyard, in an enchanting setting, with a meal crafted from seasonal local produce, paired with organic wine from the estate. The highlight of the day will be exploring the Château de Villandry and, above all, its gardens, among the most renowned and admired in France.

Price: €43 With this 3-castle pass, treat yourself to a journey into the magical world of “Christmas in the land of castles”! Six of the most prestigious châteaux in the Loire Valley—Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceau, Chinon, and Loches—celebrate the holiday spirit with exceptional tours, spectacular decorations, and original entertainment. The 3-Castle Pass gives you access to 3 of the 6 sites of your choice at special rates throughout the event. Other benefits: skip-the-line access to the châteaux of Azay-le-Rideau and Amboise, free access without extra charge and without reservation to the evening opening of the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau (value €16), as well as to all evening openings at the five other châteaux, the possibility of visiting the Château de Chenonceau without reserving a time slot (subject to high visitor numbers during the Christmas holidays). This pass also entitles you to exclusive offers and benefits, including: a complimentary gourmet break at the Café du Printemps in Tours (pastry + 1 hot drink - value €10), a guided tour with complimentary tasting at the Cave de Vouvray, discounts/benefits from around ten partners. On the program: Each château has a theme and will be open for a special evening event! Château and gardens of Villandry - At Christmas, nature comes to the château Marvel at the château transformed into an enchanted forest and the gardens decked out in their winter finery. Evening opening: Saturday, December 6. Azay le Rideau Castle - Delicacies in the realm of fairy tales As you wander through the rooms, discover sumptuous tables set with inspiration from the most beautiful fairy tales of our childhood. Late night opening: Saturday, December 13. Amboise Royal Castle - Christmas, childhood dreams: Oh, beautiful Christmas trees Fantastic trees leave their forests to take over the château, creating a spellbinding experience! Late night opening: Saturday, December 20. Chenonceau Castle - Far North It's winter, and the cold and snow have arrived... inside the monument, with a forest of snow-covered birch trees, frosty delicacies, and an ice floe populated by penguins! Late night opening: Tuesday, December 23. Royal Fortress of Chinon - Christmas Treasures Gold, a symbol of light, magic, and wonder, inspires a magical journey created by floral designer Géraldine Leclerc. Late night opening: Sunday, December 28. Royal City of Loches - Tales of the Royal City Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Alice in Wonderland, where you'll meet the White Rabbit, the Caterpillar, and the Wicked Queen of Hearts! Late night opening: Monday, December 29.