Day 1: Arrival and Chambord Castle

• Arrive at Orleans train station in the afternoon and pick up your rental car or shuttle service to your accommodation.
• Head to Château de Chambord, one of the most iconic castles in the Loire Valley. Explore its stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and impressive art collection.
• In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in town.

Day 2: Amboise and Clos Lucé

• Start your day with breakfast at a charming café in Amboise, a picturesque town on the banks of the Loire River.
• Visit Château d’Amboise, a favorite residence of Francis I, who brought many Italian artists to France. Be sure to see Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb!
• Next, visit Clos Lucé, the former home of Leonardo da Vinci, where you can admire his inventions and art.
• Enjoy dinner at a local bistro in Amboise.

Day 3: Chenonceau and Tours

• Drive to Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved castles in the Loire Valley. Admire its stunning architecture, lovely gardens, and impressive art collection.
• Visit Tours, a charming city with a rich history, and explore its old town, including the Cathedral of St. Gatien and the Place Plumereau.
• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Tours.

Day 4: Azay-le-Rideau and Langeais

• Start your day with a visit to Château d’Azay-le-Rideau, a stunning Renaissance castle known for its beautiful architecture, lovely gardens, and impressive art collection.
• Next, head to the charming town of Langeais, where you can explore its old town, including the Château de Langeais and the Cathedral of Saint-Martin.
• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Langeais.

Day 5: Chaumont-sur-Loire and Blois

• Drive to Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a stunning castle with beautiful architecture, lovely gardens, and impressive art collection. Be sure to see the unique “jardin des sculptures”!
• Next, visit Château de Blois, a favorite residence of French kings and a must-see for any history buff.
• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Blois.

Day 6: Orléans and Jardins des Plantes

• Drive to Orléans, the “City of Flowers”, and explore its beautiful old town, including the Cathedral of St. Crépin and the Place du Martoi.
• Visit the charming Jardins des Plantes, a lovely botanical garden with stunning views of the Loire River.
• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Orléans.

Day 7: Departure

• Spend your morning shopping for souvenirs or exploring a nearby town.
• Return to Orleans train station and depart.