Château de Chambord, Vineyard Lunch Among the Vines and Château de Cheverny: A Day of Royal Grandeur and Loire Valley

Experience the bold majesty of Château de Chambord and the rustic elegance of a vineyard lunch in the heart of Loire wine country

Venture into the heart of the Loire Valley, where Renaissance ambition meets the richness of the vine-covered countryside. This full-day experience invites you to explore the awe-inspiring Château de Chambord, followed by an exclusive visit to a family-run winery, where you’ll enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch among the vines. With sweeping landscapes, bold architecture, and the refined flavors of the region, this tour offers a seamless blend of history, heritage, and hedonistic pleasure.

Morning: The Visionary Splendor of Château de Chambord

Your day begins as your private driver collects you from your accommodation in Amboise. As you travel through the bucolic beauty of the Loire Valley, you'll pass through a landscape of vineyards, winding rivers, and timeless villages.

The morning is devoted to exploring Château de Chambord, the largest and most audacious castle in the Loire. Upon arrival, step into a world shaped by Francis I, a king whose dream castle fused medieval might with Italian elegance. Explore the castle’s iconic double-helix staircase, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, and discover the royal apartments, open-air terraces, and hunting grounds that once echoed with the gallop of royal huntsmen.

Take time to explore the formal gardens, climb to the rooftop terraces for panoramic views of the estate, and admire the grand chapel with its vaulted ceilings and decorative stonework that reflects the religious and ceremonial life of the château.

Lunch: A Gourmet Vineyard Experience

Leaving the grandeur of Chambord behind, you’ll travel deeper into the wine-producing heart of the region for a tasting a selection of the estate’s best vintages followed by a traditional lunch. Nestled among sun-drenched vines, a charming family-owned winery welcomes you for a private guided wine taasting and countryside meal.

After a guided visit to the cellars and vineyards, enjoy a seasonal gourmet picnic or table d’hôte lunch set among the rows of grapes. Fresh, local ingredients are paired with the estate’s own Sauvignon Blancs, Chenins, or Cabernet Francs, offering a refined and rustic celebration of the Loire’s culinary identity. As you dine, relax under the open sky, sip world-class wine, and take in the peaceful rhythm of the French countryside dining at its most authentic. This peaceful interlude in the vineyard offers a perfect counterpoint to the grandiosity of Chambord, grounding your day in the earthy, artisanal soul of the Loire. 

Afternoon: The Timeless Elegance of Château de Cheverny
After lunch, your journey continues to the Château de Cheverny, a masterpiece of classical architecture and one of the best-preserved aristocratic residences in the Loire. Unlike Chambord’s monumental ambition, Cheverny tells a story not of royal spectacle, but of aristocratic grace, lived-in luxury, and enduring family tradition.

Explore the château’s lavishly furnished interiors, opulent bedrooms, and a grand dining room adorned with centuries-old furnishings and fine art revealing how generations of the Hurault family have lived, not just survived, but thrived, within these storied walls. Discover rare period pieces, Flemish tapestries, and a remarkable collection of weaponry and royal memorabilia. Stroll through the English-style park and colorful gardens or visit to the Kennel of 100+ hunting dogs, an enduring tradition maintained on the estate. Unlike other châteaux frozen in time, you'll notice how Cheverny exudes a warmth that comes from being lovingly lived in for over 600 years.

As the sun sets over the tree-lined roads and vineyard-laced hills of the Loire, your driver will return you to your accommodation. Sit back, relax, and reflect on a day spent wandering through centuries of royal vision, aristocratic elegance, and timeless landscape. This is more than a tour, it’s a curated journey into the heart of French nobility and the beauty of the Renaissance.

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