10.00
GUIDED TOUR OF BLOIS CASTLE
The Royal Château of Blois, the first ‘must-see’ site in the Loire Valley, offers a true panorama of the architecture and history of the Loire castles. In the castle’s courtyard, the entire chronology of the kings unfolds across the four façades. The colourful and ornate interiors offer a different insight into the lives of their illustrious owners, such as Louis XII, François I, Henri III and Catherine de’ Medici.
12.15 pm
LUNCH AT A RESTAURANT
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1 glass of wine and a coffee
Sea bream tartare, finely diced cucumber and tomato, coriander oil
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Duck breast millefeuille, purée, vegetables and truffle sauce
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Pavlova with seasonal fruit
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3.00 pm
GUIDED TOUR OF BEAUREGARD CASTLE AND ITS GARDENS IN CELLETTES
Beauregard’s refined charm lies in its landscaped park and its enclosed gardens, known as the ‘Portrait Gardens’. Once a hunting lodge for François I, the château was developed by powerful families, who created the Cabinet des Grelots and the exceptional Galerie d’Illustres, a collection of 327 historical portraits.
Here you can admire the exceptional Delft tiles, the panelling and ceiling painted by Jean Mosnier, and a fine collection of 16th- and 17th-century furniture and artefacts, as well as a rare 16th-century kitchen.
4.30 pm
WINE AND LOCAL PRODUCE TASTING IN THE CHÂTEAU’S ORANGERY
The oenologist will welcome you to the Orangery to discover a selection of vintages accompanied by local produce.
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