Loire Valley and Dordogne Tour

1. 1

   Paris, Blois, Tours, Villandry, Amboise

   FRI
   Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
   We’ll start the day by traveling to the enchanting south of France, heading towards the picturesque Loire Valley. Our first stop will be Blois, a charming city known for its stunning castle. Next, we’ll go to Tours, the regional capital situated on the banks of the Loire River, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and a delightful lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll explore the splendid Château de Villandry, renowned for its gardens and flowers. Tickets to the gardens are included. Our journey will then take us to Amboise, a captivating city with a fascinating medieval quarter along the Loire River. Dinner is included.
   dinner Overnight in Amboise
2. 2

   Amboise, Chenonceau, Chambord, Limoges

   SAT
   Embark on a day of discovery in the Loire Valley, starting with a morning stroll through Amboise, home to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his final three years. Delving deeper into the Loire region, we’ll explore the iconic Château de Chenonceau (tickets included), built like a bridge over the river. Next, we will visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley (visit to the park included). Continuing our journey into central France, our next stop will be Limoges, renowned for its porcelain. We suggest visiting its historic center, where the highlight is Saint Etienne Cathedral.
   Overnight in Limoges
3. 3

   Limoges, Lascaux, Sarlat, Beynac, Rocamadour

   SUN
   We’ll leave Limoges for the Dordogne, home to one of the great historic rivers in central France. Few regions contain so many charming villages and enchanting landscapes. We’ll arrive at Lascaux, where we’ll visit the museum and the replica of the caves (tickets included) and learn about the site’s prehistoric times with its magnificent cave paintings. After that, we’ll visit Sarlat, a UNESCO World Heritage town with an incredibly well-preserved Renaissance historic center, where there will be time to stroll and have lunch. In Beynac, we’ll explore a medieval castle overlooking the river (admission included). We’ll end the day in Rocamadour, a beautiful medieval village with an important sanctuary perched on a cliff; we suggest walking down the Via Crucis and taking the lift back up. Dinner is included.
   dinner Overnight in Rocamadour
4. 4

   Rocamadour, Padirac, Collonges-la-Rouge, Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux

   MON
   We’ll visit the impressive Padirac Chasm, where we’ll enjoy a boat ride on the river 75 meters underground.
   Afterwards, we’ll proceed to Collonges-la-Rouge, a picturesque village built with red stone on the Way of St. James.
   Following lunch, we’ll journey to Saint-Emilion, located in the heart of the Bordeaux wine-producing region, with time for a leisurely stroll. We’ll arrive in Bordeaux in the evening.
   Note: The Padirac Chasm may be closed from November until the end of March due to weather conditions.
   Overnight in Bordeaux
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   Bordeaux, Paris

   TUE
   The entire center of Bordeaux has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Prepare to be captivated by the "Water Mirror" and explore the historic old town with its charming pedestrian streets and 11th-century cathedral. Later, you’ll have free time to stroll along the Garonne River banks, lined with quaint restaurants, or if you wish, you can visit Cité du Vin, an impressive interactive museum that delves into the history and production of wine.
   
   After lunch, we’ll take you to the railway station, where you’ll board a modern high-speed train. In just over two hours, you’ll travel the 500 km from Bordeaux to Paris. Upon arrival in Paris, we’ll transfer you from the station to your hotel.
   Overnight in Paris
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   Paris

   WED
   After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
   breakfast

Price Per Person Includes

• General Services: Travel by bus with English-speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
• Boat: Padirac Caves.
• Ticket Admission: Villandry Gardens, Chenonceau Castle, Castle Park of Chambord, Museum and Replica of Lascaux Caves, Beynac Castle, Padirac Caves.
• High Speed Train: Bordeaux to Paris.
• 2 Dinners Included in: Amboise, Rocamadour.

Price Per Person Excludes

• Flight ticket.
• Departure transfer.
• Travel insurance.
• Schengen visa (visa is required for Lebanese Passport).

• Children under 3 years of age are entitled to a discount of 80% (with a minimum of one adult per child).
• Children from 3 to 8 years of age are entitled to a discount of 40% (with a minimum of one adult per child).
• Children from 9 to 15 years of age are entitled to a 10% discount on the value of the trip.