From Tours: Chambord Castle Private Half-Day Guided Tour

4 hoursEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +12Loire Valley

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Your experience

Set off from Tours on a private half-day escape to Château de Chambord, with hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry, and expert-guided insight into the Loire Valley’s grandest Renaissance castle.

Getting started

Enjoy a convenient pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Tours and travel in a premium air-conditioned vehicle to Château de Chambord. On the way, your expert English-speaking guide will introduce the history of the Loire Valley and share context about the castle before you arrive.

What to expect

Visit Château de Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley and a masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture. With skip-the-line access, head straight inside to begin a guided tour of this extraordinary royal residence, known for its grand design, elaborate towers, and the famous double-helix staircase said to be inspired by Leonardo da Vinci. As your guide reveals the history and secrets behind the château, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of its architectural brilliance and royal legacy. After the guided visit, enjoy free time to explore the castle grounds at your own pace before returning comfortably to Tours.

Features

• Private half-day tour from Tours: Travel from your hotel or accommodation in Tours in a premium vehicle for a smooth and personalized experience.

• Château de Chambord: Discover the Loire Valley’s largest and most iconic château, celebrated for its striking Renaissance architecture.

• Local English-speaking expert: Learn about Chambord’s history, design, and hidden details through engaging commentary from your guide.

• Double-helix staircase: Admire the château’s most famous architectural feature, widely associated with the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.

• Free time to wander the grounds: After your guided tour, take time to soak in the setting and explore the estate at your own pace.

Enjoy a private half-day tour to the iconic Château de Chambord, one of France’s most extraordinary Renaissance castles.
Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Tours.
Explore monumental architecture, elegant towers, and the iconic double-helix staircase in the Loire Valley with an expert English-speaking guide.
Discover the famous double-helix staircase inspired by Leonardo da Vinci.
Travel comfortably with roundtrip transfers in a premium A/C vehicle.

Included

Pick up at train station, hotel or accommodation in Tours
English speaking local guide
Premium A/C vehicle reservation
Guided visit of Chambord Castle
Entrance tickets to Chambord

Not included

Meals & drinks (lunch)
Personal travel insurance & expenses
Gratuities for the driver/guide

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Meeting
78 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours, France, 78 Rue Bernard Palissy, Loire Valley
78 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours, France, 78 Rue Bernard Palissy, Loire Valley, LOIRE_VALLEY, France
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Please wear good walking shoes.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Available from April to end of October.
Private tour for 2 to 8 persons maximum.
The François I wing of Chambord is closed from July 2025 for an indefinite period due to restoration work.

Non-refundable