3 Days In The Loire Valley (3 days)

Welcome to Da Vinci’s Mansion

In the early afternoon, your chauffeur guide will pick you up at the train station and drive you to the Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci’s final residence, in a fully-equipped Mercedes V-Class minivan. Let him/her guide your family through some of the key rooms of the mansion, including Da Vinci’s bedroom, dining room, kitchen and his atelier where he painted some of his masterpieces. Then, proceed to the basement and gardens where some of Da Vinci’s extraordinary inventions are on display. Your children will be able to play with these life size inventions in the garden, and enjoy the fun-filled game booklet given at the start of the visit. After the visit, our chauffeur/guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Loire Valley Cooking Class and Chateau de Chenonceau

In the morning, your chauffeur will drive you to the culinary school. Meet your experienced private chef and start with a visit to a traditional market in the heart of the historical city of Tours to collect the necessary fresh ingredients for today’s child-friendly meal. Then, make your way back to the private culinary school and start cooking. No one will be left out, as everyone will get to participate in this fully hands-on experience. After preparing these delicious local specialties, it will be time to eat them! In the afternoon, your chauffeur/guide will drive you to the Chateau de Chenonceau. Let him/her tell you all about the secrets of this palace built over the Cher River and learn about the history of the royals that once lived here as you explore the many rooms and gardens of this beautiful property. To keep the children engaged and entertained throughout this 2-hour visit, they will each get an exciting game booklet. At the end of the tour, your chauffeur/guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Chateau de Chambord

In the morning, your chauffeur/guide will drive you to the Château de Chambord. With interesting stories about the castle, its architecture and about the person who ordered its construction, King Francis I, your guide will keep you engaged and entertained throughout the 2-hour tour. Among the highlights of the castle, you will discover the famous double helix staircase (designed by Leonardo Da Vinci), the grand fireplaces, the beautiful terraces and much more. You’ll even hear how the Mona Lisa ended up hidden here during World War II!