Day 1: PARIS - BLOIS - TOURS - VILLANDRY - AMBOISE
Departure from Paris: Start your journey south towards the Loire Valley, a region famous for its fairy-tale castles and charming towns.
Stop 1 - Blois: Visit the stunning Château de Blois, a royal castle that blends Renaissance and Gothic architecture. You’ll have some free time to explore this beautiful city.
Stop 2 - Tours: The regional capital located on the banks of the Loire River. Enjoy a leisurely stroll and lunch at a local café.
Stop 3 - Château de Villandry: Explore the magnificent gardens and flowers of Villandry, renowned for its Renaissance-inspired layout (tickets to the gardens included).
Final Stop - Amboise: Head to Amboise, a charming town with a rich history and medieval quarter along the Loire River. Dinner will be included to enjoy the local flavors.
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Day 2: AMBOISE - CHENONCEAUX - CHAMBORD - LIMOGES
Morning in Amboise: Start your day with a walk to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years.
Stop 1 - Château de Chenonceau: Visit the Château de Chenonceau, built across the River Cher and known for its striking architecture (entrance tickets included).
Stop 2 - Château de Chambord: Continue your exploration of Loire Valley castles with a visit to the majestic Château de Chambord, the largest in the region. You’ll explore its parklands (entrance included).
Journey to Limoges: In the afternoon, we’ll travel to Limoges, famous for its porcelain. You’ll have time to explore the historic center and visit Saint Etienne Cathedral.
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Day 3: LIMOGES - SARLAT - BEYNAC-ET-CAZENAC - ROCAMADOUR
Journey to Dordogne: We’ll travel to the heart of Dordogne, known for its enchanting landscapes and charming villages.
Stop 1 - Lascaux: Visit the Lascaux Cave replica and museum, home to prehistoric paintings dating back to 17,000 years ago (entrance included).
Stop 2 - Sarlat: Explore the UNESCO-listed Sarlat with its well-preserved Renaissance architecture. Enjoy free time for lunch and wandering through this picturesque town.
Stop 3 - Beynac-et-Cazenac: Visit the stunning Beynac Castle, perched high above the Dordogne River, and enjoy panoramic views (admission included).
Final Stop - Rocamadour: End the day in the medieval village of Rocamadour, known for its sanctuary perched on a cliff. Walk down the Via Crucis and take the lift back up. Dinner included.
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Day 4: ROCAMADOUR - PADIRAC CAVE - COLLONGES-LA-ROUGE - SAINT-ÉMILION - BORDEAUX
Padirac Chasm: Visit the Padirac Chasm, a stunning underground cave system, where you’ll enjoy a boat ride 75 meters underground.
Stop 1 - Collonges-la-Rouge: Visit Collonges-la-Rouge, a charming village made entirely of red stone, located on the Way of St. James pilgrimage route.
Stop 2 - Saint-Émilion: Explore the wine-producing region of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO-listed area known for its vineyards. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through this charming village.
Arrival in Bordeaux: In the evening, we’ll arrive in Bordeaux, known for its wine, beautiful squares, and historic old town.
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Day 5: BORDEAUX - PARIS
Bordeaux Highlights: Start your day in Bordeaux with a visit to the Water Mirror and a tour of the historic center with its 11th-century Saint-André Cathedral. You’ll also visit the Cité du Vin museum, where you’ll learn all about the history and production of wine (entrance included, with a wine tasting experience).
Free Time: Stroll along the Garonne River, lined with quaint restaurants and cafés.
Afternoon Train to Paris: After lunch, we’ll board a high-speed train to Paris, traveling 500 km in just over two hours.
Arrival in Paris: Once in Paris, we’ll transfer you to your hotel for the night.
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Day 6: PARIS
End of Tour: After breakfast, our journey comes to an end. You’ll leave with amazing memories of your trip through France, full of culture, history, and beauty!
This itinerary combines medieval castles, stunning landscapes, vineyards, and historical treasures into a perfect French escape. Enjoy exploring some of France’s most charming and iconic destinations!