Paris, Loire Valley & Bordeaux Escape

8 days
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
View all 5 photos
5/5 Excellent
48 reviews  
100%
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
Group Tour
Begin in Paris, exploring the charming Le Marais district, home to artisanal boulangeries, award-winning chocolatiers, and traditional bistros. Discover the fairy-tale châteaux of the Loire Valley, following in Leonardo da Vinci’s footsteps in Amboise. Conclude in Bordeaux, where rolling vineyards and medieval Saint-Émilion showcase France’s legendary wine he...
$5,321
From$4,327
See departure dates

Member Savings

Save up to $700!

Sign in to see which companies give additional
savings to Travelstride Members (it’s free)

Unlock Savings

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Begin in Paris, exploring the charming Le Marais district, home to artisanal boulangeries, award-winning chocolatiers, and traditional bistros. Discover the fairy-tale châteaux of the Loire Valley, following in Leonardo da Vinci’s footsteps in Amboise. Conclude in Bordeaux, where rolling vineyards and medieval Saint-Émilion showcase France’s legendary wine heritage. With expert guides and immersive experiences, this journey offers an authentic taste of French joie de vivre

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 26 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityParis
End CityBordeaux

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly

Destinations

Attractions

  • Boise
  • Bordeaux
  • Loire Valley
  • Paris

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 26

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in 4-star hotels
    • 2 nights in Paris
    • 2 nights in Amboise
    • 3 nights in Bordeaux
    • High-speed train travel in First Class from Paris to St. Pierre des Corps (Loire Valley)
    • High-speed train travel in First Class from St. Pierre des Corps to Bordeaux
    • Small-Group Le Marais Walking Food Tour in Paris
    • Small-Group Cultural Paris Walking Tour
    • Private Full-Day Loire Valley Castles Tour with a driver-guide
    • Entrance tickets to Château de Chambord & Château de Chenonceau
    • Small-Group Half-Day Saint-Émilion Wine Tour with tastings
    • Private Full-Day Cognac Distillery Tour, including tastings and lunch

Itinerary

DAY 1: PARIS ARRIVAL

Welcome to Paris! Arrive independently in the City of Light, where history, art, and romance come alive. Settle into your handpicked accommodation and enjoy an evening stroll through its charming streets. Optional arrival transfer is available upon request. Overnight in Paris.

Accommodation at Hôtel des Académies & des Arts, Paris, or similar

DAY 2: PARIS FOODIE & CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS

Start your day with a culinary adventure in the historic Le Marais. Indulge in exquisite French delicacies at handpicked spots, including flaky croissants, artisanal chocolates, and more. Wander through Paris’s oldest covered market and explore the area’s ric...

DAY 3: PARIS TO LOIRE VALLEY

Speed through the French countryside aboard a high-speed train to the Loire Valley. Arrive in the charming town of Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years. Explore this medieval gem—perhaps visiting Château d’Amboise, perched majestically above...

DAY 4: LOIRE VALLEY CASTLES DAY TRIP

Embark on a private tour of the Loire Valley’s most magnificent châteaux. Marvel at Chambord’s spectacular Renaissance architecture and its iconic double-helix staircase, then discover the romantic Chenonceau Castle, gracefully spanning the River Cher. Your e...

DAY 5: LOIRE VALLEY TO BORDEAUX

Board your high-speed train to Bordeaux, France’s wine capital. After settling into your hotel, take time to explore this elegant city’s golden-stone architecture and scenic riverside promenades. Perhaps visit La Cité du Vin, Bordeaux’s innovative wine museum...

DAY 6: SAINT-ÉMILION WINE REGION

Venture into the prestigious Saint-Émilion wine region for a half-day of discovery. Visit historic châteaux and underground cellars while uncovering the secrets of Grand Cru wine production. Savor exceptional tastings as your expert guide explains the unique ...

DAY 7: COGNAC EXPERIENCE

Delve into the world of France’s most prestigious spirit on a private tour to Cognac. Visit legendary houses like Rémy Martin or Martell, where centuries-old traditions create extraordinary brandies. For connoisseurs, experience the legendary Louis XIII Cogna...

DAY 8: BORDEAUX DEPARTURE

Bid farewell to France’s wine country, taking with you memories of grand châteaux, historic cellars, and the warm hospitality of this enchanting region. Au revoir! Meals: B

Want a tailor-made trip instead?

Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:

  • You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
  • Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Design custom trip

Dates & Availability

Price From $4,327
Price per day$541
Last Updated: 3/22/2025

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Omega Tours.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Travelstride Gift Card
One card, thousands of extraordinary trips
Gifts Card

Omega Tours Reviews & Ratings

5/5  Excellent
Excellent
47
Great
0
Average
0
Disappointing
0
Terrible
0
Write a Review

Other Omega Tours Reviews

I

Italy trip

Jul 2024

Written on

Great Custom Italy trip

We took our family of five adults on a 9-day custom designed Italy trip. Omega tours, Michael Rizzo, did a great job of setting everything up for us and taking care...

D

Darren

May 2023

Provided byOmega Tours

Everything was pretty much perfect.

Everything was pretty much perfect.

S

Stephanie

May 2023

Provided byOmega Tours

I enjoyed very much. Thank you so much. It is awesome experience in Israel!

I enjoyed very much. Thank you so much. It is awesome experience in Israel! For 3 months I suffered tremendous pain in the sole of my left foot and could not walk. B...

Write a Review

Tour Operator

About Travelstride

Find your perfect trip

An epic selection of pre-planned trips on every continent, for every style. Thousands of itineraries from over 1,000 trusted travel companies.

Save time

Use simple search and comparison tools to easily find the best trip. Don't sweat the logistics — travel providers plan for you.

Save money

Book directly with the operator. See inclusive packages for the best values, and get access to amazing deals.

Travel confidently

Read unbiased user reviews, pick the operator that suits your needs, and connect with them directly.

Logistics

What's excluded

    • Unless otherwise specified, transportation to the designated meeting point and back to your hotel for guided tours is not included
    • Airport and Train Station transfers
    • International or domestic airfare
    • Gratuities to guides and drivers
    • Travel insurance
    • Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
    • Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
    • Local city tax for overnight stays
    • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
    • Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included

Accommodation

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Age Requirements
6 years and up
Additional Information
[object Object]
Trip ID
omegatours-1947

Become a member

(it's free)
  • Save up to $700 per person
  • Access members-only specials
  • Personalize trip recommendations
Sign up and save
Top Tour Companies on Travelstride:
All 1,600+ companies >
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!