From the Capital to Castle Country: Paris and the Loire Valley

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Gain a deeper understanding of France as you explore Paris and the Loire Valley, learning about French aristocracy, historic châteaux and renowned traditions of art and architecture.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the city of Malmaison
    • Explore Loire River which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit Quartier Plumereau and the Basilica St. Martin.
    • Enjoy gardens of the Château de Villandry

What's this trip about?

    Gain a deeper understanding of France as you explore Paris and the Loire Valley, learning about French aristocracy, historic châteaux and renowned traditions of art and architecture.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityParis
End CityParis

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History

Trip includes

    • 7 nights of accommodations
    • 15 meals
    • 11 expert-led field trips
    • 1 hands-on experience
    • An experienced Group Leader
    • Customary gratuities throughout the program
    • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
    • Taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: In Transit to Program

In Flight

Day 2: Arrive Paris, Check In, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Les Jardins du Marais

Activity note: Hotel check in available from 2:00 p.m.

Afternoon: After arriving at the hotel, check in and get your room, then take some time to unpack, freshen up, and relax. A notice will be po...

Day 3: The Cluny Museum, Saint Denis Basilica, Paris City Excursion

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Les Jardins du Marais

Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles, even and uneven terrain; travel via Paris Métro, accessed by climbing up/down flights of stairs and walking through pedestrian tunnels; elevators/escal...

Day 4: Transfer to Tours, Château de Malmaison, Château de Chambord

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hôtel Oceania L'Univers Tours

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 171 miles (about 3.5 hours) with several stops; walking up to 2 miles on even terrain, stairs and cobble stones.

...
Day 5: Château de Chenonceau, da Vinci at Clos Lucé

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hôtel Oceania L'Univers Tours

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 45 miles (about 1 hour 4 minutes) will several stops; walking up to 2 miles on gravel and cobblestone paths; some sta...

Day 6: Cooking Class, Explore Tours

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hôtel Oceania L'Univers Tours

Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles throughout the day; standing for up to 2 hours on even and uneven ground.

Breakfast: At the hotel.

Morning: Free time to relax or ...

Day 7: Fontevraud Abbey, Gardens of Villandry

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hôtel Oceania L'Univers Tours

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; walking up to 2 miles; standing for up to 2 hours; uneven and even ground.

Breakfast: At the hotel.

Morning: We will board th...

Day 8: Chartres Cathedral, Blois, Transfer to Paris

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Oceania Paris Roissy CDG

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 192 miles (about 4 hours) with several stops; walking up to 2 miles; standing for up to 2 hours; even surface...

Day 9: Program Concludes

Meals: Breakfast

Activity note: Hotel check-out is by 12:00 Noon. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.If you are an independent traveler (POP status), see “Ground Transportation from Last Location.

Breakfast: At the hotel, buffet offeri...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,649
Price per day$294
Single supplement (single occupancy)$630
Last Updated: 11/9/2018

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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.

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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and  5 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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