2024 French Gardens: Paris & the Loire
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Tour Code:
665633c5-a76
Start City:
Paris
End City:
Paris
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Luxury
Tour Length:
9 days
Tour Capacity:
18
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 25, 2024 | Sunday, Jun 02, 2024 | $14,295 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Saturday, Jul 13, 2024 | Sunday, Jul 21, 2024 | $14,295 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Celebrate the stunning gardens and châteaux ofFrance, from Paris to Versailles, in exuberant style.Devote an entire day to the International GardenFestival at Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire,explore magnificent châteaux and sample vintagesat an organic winery on a journey for flower loversthat includes two nights in Paris.
Chantilly , Loire Valley , Paris , Versailles
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Day 1
Paris, FranceArrive in Paris, the City of Light, where you are met andtransferred to your luxury hotel. Tonight, gather for awelcome dinner.Hotel: Le Grand Mazarin
Meals: Dinner -
Day 2
ParisStart your day with a walking foodie excursion thatintroduces you to some of Paris''' best-loved treats andthe vendors who supply them. Then, stroll by the CuvierFountain as your guide begins to explain the history of winein Paris. Continue through the Jardin des Plantes to visit theecological garden. Pass the Halle aux Vins, the world'''s largestwine storage facility, and proceed to Les Ar''nes de Lut''ce (Paris''' Roman Arena). Conclude this special experience bysampling sparkling wines, putting your powers to distinguishbetween varietals to a pleasing test.Hotel: Le Grand Mazarin
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3
Loire ValleyRide Like a Local on the TGV high-speed train to Tours inthe heart of the Loire Valley ''' a UNESCO World HeritageSite filled with historic towns, landscapes and ch''teaux.Upon arrival, privately tour the magnificent gardens of theCh''teau de Villandry, followed by lunch on the grounds.Then, transfer to your hotel in the former royal town of Blois.Hotel: Fleur de Loire
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 4
Loire ValleyBegin your day with a private tour of Ch''teau Beauregardand its fascinating '''Portrait Gallery''' garden, followedby a sommelier-led tasting of historic wines and lunch.Afterward, visit the organic kitchen gardens at the majesticCh''teau de Chambord.Hotel: Fleur de Loire
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Day 5
ChenonceauJourney east along the Loire River, then up its tributary,the Cher, to beautiful Ch''teau de Chenonceau, whicharches elegantly over the river'''s flowing waters. Enjoy thisremarkable castle ''' once home to Catherine de Medici '''without the crowds, thanks to before-hours access arrangedby A&K. Take part in a floral master class led by the ch''teau'''scelebrated chief florist, a winner of the prestigious MeilleurOuvrier de France. Then, proceed to a nearby winery toexplore its carved stone cellars and savor a lunch paired withtheir organic wines. Return to your hotel to cap off your daywith an refreshing Scenic Sundowner.Hotel: Fleur de Loire
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 6
ChaumontToday, experience the International Garden Festival, whicheach year brings together leading garden designers from aroundthe world to create themed installations at the Domaine deChaumont-sur-Loire. Tour the ch''teau and its historic stables,and then Ride Like a Local by traditional flatboat as you cruisealong the Loire, enjoying a lunch on board. Return to Chaumontfor an afternoon exploring the fascinating garden creations andbotanical wonders of the festival. Continue to Ch''teau de Troussayfor a private tour and ap''ritif with a selection of local cheeses andpetit fours. Tonight, dine at your hotel.Hotel: Fleur de Loire
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 7
VersaillesDrive to the magnificent Palace of Versailles, set in 2,000acres of beautiful park and gardens principally designed byAndr'' Le N''tre. Indulge in a picnic created with ingredientsfrom local markets amid the splendor of the palace grounds.Then, explore the astounding palace itself, a masterpiecebuilt out to its full glory by Louis XIV. Proceed to your hotelat Chantilly.Hotel: Auberge du Jeu de Paume
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 8
ChantillyExplore the grand Ch''teau de Chantilly, home to one ofthe country'''s best art collections. After lunch in one of itshistoric buildings, partake in a Chef '''s Table workshop thatreveals the secrets behind authentic Chantilly cream, whichwas first served at this castle during a lavish party held forLouis XIV. Return to the hotel for time at leisure. Tonight,enjoy a farewell dinner.Hotel: Auberge du Jeu de Paume
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 9
ParisAfter breakfast, transfer to Charles de Gaulle airport for yourdeparting flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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