An exceptional Loire | Blois Chambord – Loire Valley Tourist Office

The programme of the holiday

DAY 1

12.00

TOUR OF THE LE CLOS DE LA RICHARDIÈRE WINE ESTATE IN AMBOISE

Meet at this 17th-century building at the end of a 120-tree avenue of lime trees, set amidst a park and vineyards. A team of passionate wine enthusiasts will introduce you to the work of the vineyard and present a selection of six wines to taste in the wine press, accompanied by a premium platter.

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Clos De La Richardiere
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Léonard de Serres

To be enjoyed

On toast: rillettes from Tours, country pâté, black pudding with onions
Cocktail rillons, dry sausages
Goat’s cheese on toast
Unlimited ‘Biscuits des châteaux’ and winegrower’s tart

3.00 pm

GUIDED TOUR OF THE CHÂTEAU D’AMBOISE

Resembling a fortress overlooking the Loire, this château boasts flamboyant Gothic architecture. The interiors house a superb collection of furniture, whilst the grounds feature Italian-style gardens, the chapel where Leonardo da Vinci is buried, and two impressive keep towers.

6.00 pm

CHECK-IN AT THE ***** LUXURY HOTEL
DINNER AT THE HOTEL’S GOURMET RESTAURANT

Food and wine pairings, coffee

DAY 2

BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL

09.30

GUIDED TOUR OF THE ROYAL CASTLE OF BLOIS

These four façades make the château a veritable chronological record of the Kings of France, each of whom left their mark on the building. The 19th-century restoration work offers a fine example of how the colours originally intended for the rooms have been faithfully recreated.

12.30

LUNCH AT A BISTRONOMIC RESTAURANT
IN CHAMBORD

On the menu

1 glass of wine and a coffee

Country-style terrine
or
Chilled courgette soup with Espelette peppers, thinly sliced Bayonne ham
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Pan-fried pollock fillet, black rice pilaf-style
or
Risotto with Loire saffron
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Chocolate brownie with Bourbon vanilla ice cream
or
Fresh orange salad with Imperial mandarin juice

3.00 pm

GUIDED TOUR OF CHÂTEAU DE CHAMBORD

A masterpiece of the French Renaissance, the Château de Chambord showcases the extravagance and ambition of King François I. Set in the heart of a forest teeming with game and surrounded by its French-style gardens, the château offers you a moment of relaxation and an exceptional experience.

Period of validity

Throughout 2027

From€684per person

LUXURY HOTEL*****

Price based on 20 people
Free for the driver

The price includes