Paris — Chablis — Wine tastings at 4 Domains

Paris - 07:00 Pick up from your hotel and depart for Chablis. The journey is approximately 190 km on a highway from Paris to Chablis in our air-conditioned Mercedes minivan or Mercedes E220, taking around 2.5 hours with one rest stop.

Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard - 10:15 - 11:45 Arrive in the Chablis area. Visit Jean-Marc Brocard Domaine, surrounded by vineyards, for a cave tour and wine tasting of 5 wines with a cheese plate: Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. The knowledgeable staff will explain the winemaking process in Chablis and highlight the differences between Chablis, Chablis 1-er Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. 11:50 Depart for Chablis village for a lunch break.

Chablis - 12:00 - 13.30 Free time in Chablis village. Enjoy the small town or we can reserve a gastronomic lunch for you. Payment is made directly to the restaurant.

Maison Regnard - 13.30 - 14:30 Guided visit at Maison Chablis Régnard, founded in 1860, with a tasting of 5 wines. Learn in detail about the winemaking process, the classification of Chablis wines, visit the cellars, and enjoy a wine tasting experience led by the sommelier of this renowned Chablis house: Petit Chablis, Chablis Village, Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Chablis 1-er Cru, Chablis Grand Cru.

Chateau Long-Depaquit - 14:30- 15:30 Visit the third Maison in Chablis with a tasting of 5 wines and explanations from the local sommelier, such as Domaine Long-Depaquit, Baptiste, or Domaine Céline & Frédéric Gueguen. Each domain offers a tasting of at least 5 wines, including 1-er Cru wines.

La Chablisienne - 15:30 - 16:30 Visit the famous cooperative La Chablisienne for a tasting of 5 wines and explanations from the local sommelier. Taste Petit Chablis, Chablis, Chablis Premier Cru, and Chablis Grand Cru. 16:30 Depart for the Loire Valley, a journey of around 2.45 hours (280 km) with one rest stop.

Amboise - 19:00 Arrive in Amboise, a charming medieval city in the Loire Valley. Hotel accommodation at a 3-star or 4-star hotel, depending on your choice. Free time. We can also make a restaurant reservation for you.

Chambord Castle — Amboise Castle — Chenonceau Castle — Paris

Chateau de Chambord - 09:00 to 11:00 Skip-the-line access to the Chateau de Chenonceau and its gardens. The guide will share the history of the castle and its construction. You will also receive a brochure with explanations of each room. Chenonceau, nicknamed the “ladies’ castle,” is notable for its feminine history involving famous French women like Catherine de Medici, its stunning architecture, and unique arches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens with over 130,000 flowering plants will also impress you.

11:00 Depart for the city of Amboise, a journey of about 15 to 20 minutes.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 11:15 to 12:45 Skip-the-line access with a guide to the Royal Chateau d’Amboise, with a Histopad explaining the history of the castle and each room. Amboise is the grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII and an example of the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Learn about the history of the castle, known as the birthplace of princes, the reign of kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci, whose grave you can see in the chapel. Depart for Chateau de Chenonceau, a 15-minute journey.

Amboise - 12:45 - 14:15 Lunch break in Amboise city, where you’ll find many restaurants and cafes. We can also recommend or reserve a table for you at a good restaurant.

14:15 Depart for a local winery, just a 5-minute drive away.

Plou Et Fils - 14:20 to 15:00 Visit a local family winery, in existence for many centuries, for a wine tasting. Learn about the centuries-old winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of local wines with explanations.

15:00 Depart for Chambord Castle.

Chateau de Chambord - 16:00 - 18:00 Visit Chateau de Chambord. The guide will share the history of the castle and its construction. The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles due to its French Renaissance architecture. Constructed from 1519 to 1547 by Francis I (Francois 1-er), it is the largest castle with 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases. The castle is also famous for its open double-spiral staircase, where the two spirals ascend three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase.

18:00 Depart for Paris, a 2.5-hour drive (180 km).

Paris - 20:30 Return to Paris and drop off at your hotel.

• Maison Régnard Chablis Guided visit with 5 Wines tasting incl. Grand Cru and 1-er Cru with sommelier
• Professional Guide-Driver or Driver + Guide for the whole trip
• Mercedes minivan with adjustable seats for 3-7 people or Mercedes E220 for 2 - 3 people
• 5 Chablis wines tasting at another Domain in Chablis incl. Grand Cru and 1-er Cru
• 3 Loire Valley Castles Guided visits incl. entrance tickets for Chenonceau, Amboise, Chambord
• Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms one night with breakfast (if option chosen)
• La Chablisienne visit with 5 Chablis wines tasting incl. Grand Cru and 1-er Cru wines
• Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard, 5 Chablis wines tasting incl. Grand Cru, 1-er Cru, cheese & Cave visit

• Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks

Guided visits at 4 Chablis Domains with tastings of 20 wines including 1-er Cru and Grand Cru wines and 3 most popular Loire Valley Castles guided visits is what You enjoy during this high quality 2-day Live-guided trip for 2 to 7 people with Hotel Pick up. Hotel accommodation included. Our air-conditioned Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people or Mercedes E220 drives faster than a bus and is more comfortable, so you save up a lot of time. 15 Private and Small-group experiences from Paris by Mercedes minivan.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.