Loire Valley — Beyond the Châteaux
Signature Itinerary

Loire Valley — Beyond the Châteaux

Culture, Wine & Lifestyle

A 9-day private journey through the heart of the Loire Valley

Renaissance castles, characterful vineyards, and the unique lifestyle: nine days to discover a vibrant Loire, from great monuments to intimate wine encounters.

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From Upon requestPer person
9 daysDuration
Touraine & ChinonVisited
7 activitiesIncluded
4★ Château-hotelsStandard
RelaxedPace
May to OctoberBest time

Your route at a glance

Touraine — Domaine de la Tortinière

4 Nights

🚆 High-speed train from Paris & private transfer

Chinon Region — Château de Rochecotte

4 Nights

🚘 Private transfer between bases & train back to Paris
Carte de l'itinéraire Loire Valley — Beyond the Châteaux

Day by Day

Welcome to the Loire Valley
Domaine de la Tortinière

Welcome to the Loire Valley

Touraine

Leave Paris by train to reach the Touraine region. Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to your characterful estate nestled in the countryside. Settle in and let the gentle Loire landscapes set the pace for your journey.

Highlights of the day

  • ✦Train journey from Paris
  • ✦Private transfer to your hotel
  • ✦Check-in and free time

Curated Experiences

All experiences →
Twilight Navigation on the Loire

Twilight Navigation on the Loire

Sail on a traditional 'toue cabanée' with a sunset aperitif on the wild river.

Candlelight Tasting in a Troglodyte Cave

Candlelight Tasting in a Troglodyte Cave

Exploration of an underground tuffeau estate and intimate wine tasting.

A Castle's Secrets by its Owner

A Castle's Secrets by its Owner

Discover the history of a listed château directly with the lord of the manor.

Places to call home

Domaine de la Tortinière

Domaine de la Tortinière

Touraine · 4 Nights

A 4★ château-hotel near Tours, acting as the perfect base to discover Amboise, Chenonceau, and Vouvray.

Château de Rochecotte

Château de Rochecotte

Chinon Region · 4 Nights

An elegant historical estate ideal for exploring Chinon, Fontevraud, and the prestigious surrounding vineyards.

Léo Mallet
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Léo Mallet

Co-Founder & Travel Designer

"I like to create journeys that go beyond expectations, mixing authentic encounters and exceptional places.
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How it works?

From an idea to your journey.

01.

Tell us

Share your dates, interests, pace and what you are imagining.

02.

We design

We create a first route around you, not around a fixed package.

03.

We refine

Together we adjust hotels, rhythm and logistics.

04.

You travel

We take care of the details and remain available during the journey.