French Gardens: Paris & the Loire
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Arrive in Paris, the City of Light, where you are met and transferred to your luxury hotel. Tonight, gather for a welcome dinner.
Meals Provided : Dinner
Start your day with a walking foodie excursion that introduces you to some of Paris’ best-loved treats and the vendors who supply them. Then, stroll by the Cuvier Fountain as your guide begins to explain the history of wine in Paris. Continue through the Jardin des Pl...
Ride the TGV high-speed train to Tours in the heart of the Loire Valley — a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with historic towns, landscapes and châteaux. Upon arrival, privately tour the magnificent gardens of the Château de Villandry, followed by lunch on the grounds. Then, transfer to your hotel in the former royal town of Blois.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day with a private tour of Château Beauregard and its fascinating “Portrait Gallery” garden, followed by a sommelier-led tasting of historic wines and lunch. Afterward, visit the organic kitchen gardens at the majestic Château de Chambord.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch
Journey east along the Loire River, then up its tributary, the Cher, to beautiful Château de Chenonceau, which arches elegantly over the river’s flowing waters. Enjoy this remarkable castle — once home to Catherine de Medici — without the crowds, thanks to before-hour...
Today, experience the International Garden Festival, which each year brings together leading garden designers from around the world to create themed installations at the Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. Tour the château and its historic stables, and then enjoy a gastron...
Drive to the magnificent Palace of Versailles, set in 2,000 acres of beautiful park and gardens principally designed by André Le Nôtre. Indulge in a picnic created with ingredients from local markets amid the splendor of the palace grounds. Then, explore the astoundin...
Explore the grand Château de Chantilly, home to one of the country’s best art collections. After lunch in one of its historic buildings, partake in a Chef’s Table workshop that reveals the secrets behind authentic Chantilly cream, which was first served at this castle...
After breakfast, transfer to Charles de Gaulle airport for your departing flight.
Meals Provided : Breakfast
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