Château d’Amboise Tours and Activities

Savor views of the beautiful Loire Valley from an unbeatable vantage point – on a hot air balloon ride! Soar over the fairy-tale châteaux, sweeping vineyards and winding waterways of the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley on a thrilling 1-hour flight. Spot iconic landmarks like the Château de Chenonceau and Amboise castle from above, then toast your safe landing with a glass of Champagne.

Explore the Loire Valley by electric bike on this tour that introduces you to the beauty and elegant architecture of the French countryside. You'll see Chateau du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci once lived, and pass by the town of Amboise while learning about the history of the region, which is known for its chateaus and wine. Traveling by e-bike allows you to put in as much or as little effort as you wish for a relaxing experience.

Stroll through the châteaux of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise on this full-day tour from Paris to the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley. Admire Chenonceau’s amazing floral gardens, and marvel at the sheer grandeur of Chambord, the largest chateau in the valley. At Amboise, see the quarters of King Francois I and the tomb of Leonardo Da Vinci. Learn from an informative guide about each site, and fit in souvenir shopping along the way.

Experience one of the most popular areas of northwestern France, the ‘château country’ of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region. Visit a few of the region’s many castles—Châteaux d’Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord—with an audio guide at each castle. Learn about the Renaissance architecture and the historical figures who once lived in and visited these stunning residences.

See the incredible châteaux (aka ‘castles’) of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed region of France, on this overnight tour from Paris. With a guide, you’ll drive by coach into the French countryside to visit Château de Cheverny, Château de Chenonceau and Château de Chambord. See the château where Leonardo da Vinci lived at the end of his life, and learn about the histories of these palatial homes.

Combine visits to 2 major Loire Valley chateaux on this small-group excursion from Tours, France. With an intimate group of 8 people or fewer, visit le Clos Lucé, the Amboise Royal Castle, and Chenoceau for wine tastings. Skip-the-line entrance to the wineries is included.

At the controls of your Segway Segway, enjoy a fun and unusual experience! Follow your guide to discover the hidden stories of the city of Amboise! Effortlessly explore all the emblematic sites of the city. This circuit lasts 45 minutes and always begins with 15 minutes of initiation.

Explore the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the region’s most famous castles on this private day trip from Paris. Traveling in a luxury minivan with your own personal guide, you’ll visit 3 châteaux, including Chambord, Amboise and Chenonceau. Plus, you’ll enjoy a Wine Tasting Session in the charming little town of Amboise. Receive the personalized attention of your private guide throughout.

Avoid crowds and enjoy a personalized experience of the Loire Valley. This 2-day private tour, exclusively for your party, takes you to five Renaissance castles along the Loire River, and includes a night with breakfast at a hotel in the medieval city of Amboise.

Discover the best of the Loire Valley—and indulge in a luxurious, 4-day stay—during this small-group tour. Based in an elegant hotel in Blois, you’ll spend four days visiting the Loire’s highlight, UNESCO-listed châteaux (including Chambord, Chenonceau, and Amboise). Led by your wine-expert host, you’ll also visit numerous wineries, will enjoy tours and tastings, will savor Michelin-starred meals in between, and more.

Travel to the city of Tours in a comfortable private car (with all sanitary measures). Meet your English-speaking guide and go through an INCREDIBLE CASTLE TOUR in the LOIRE VALLEY which is referred to as the “Cradle of the French” and the "Garden of France" due to the abundance of vineyards, fruit and vegetable fields. It is also considered as UNESCO´s World Heritage since 2000. You will have a guided visit of three Châteaux: Château de VILLANDRY, especially known for its beautiful gardens; Château de CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known châteaux of the Loire valley, and also one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and finally Château d´AMBOISE recognized as Historical Monument by the French Ministry of Culture since 1840. Leonardo Da Vinci spent his last days in this Château. At the end of the day return to Tours and travel to Paris in your private car.

Enjoy Loire Valley landscapes and a masterpiece of its Unesco listed heritage thanks to this self-drive E-Bike itinerary designed (and tested!) by our passionate local team! After cycling along the lovely streets of Amboise and its timbered-houses, immerse into the great forest of Amboise where the French Kings used to hunt ! On the way, you will cycle near local farms and fields before arriving to the must-see Chateau de Chenonceau. Discover its fascinating history as well as its unique architecture as it is built on the river Cher. You will also have a chance to learn everything about the vineyards surrounding Chenonceau and producing some open and fruity white and red wines. You will also have the opportunity to stop to visit Château d’Amboise and Clos-Lucé during your ride (not included)

Immerse yourself in the Loire Valley’s ambiance—and discover the best of its châteaux, wineries, and restaurants—on this luxury, 5-day tour. Based in the pretty city of Blois, you’ll enjoy B&B accommodation, Michelin-starred meals, winery visits, and the company of just a small group. Visit the UNESCO-listed châteaux of Chenonceau, Chambord, and more; explore vineyards with a trained sommelier; try Sancerre at the source, and much more.

Bask in the glorious landscapes of the Loire Valley during this full-day wine-focused trip from Paris. Visit the historic Château d'Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried, and the surrounding town. Enjoy a 3-course lunch at a local restaurant and sample local wines during a tasting at a local winery while you hear commentary from wine producers. Numbers are limited to six people on this small-group tour, ensuring you spend an intimate day with like-minded wine lovers.

See the Loire Valley from the perspective of Leonardo da Vinci on a full-day tour from Paris. Visit three castles in the Loire region where the master artist chose to spend the last years of his life. Your tour includes admission tickets to Château du Clos Lucé, Château Chambord, and Château Amboise, along with a 3-course restaurant lunch, HistoPad tours at Amboise and Chambord castles, and transportation.

The sweeping vineyards and fairy-tale castles of the Loire Valley appear even more magnificent from above and this 20-minute helicopter flight is a perfect introduction to the region. Soar over the UNESCO-listed valley and spot landmarks such as the Château d'Amboise, Château de Clos Lucé, the Pagode de Chanteloup, and Jardins de Valmer.

This tour includes a round trip TGV train ticket from Paris, do not waste hours in a bus in the middle of the traffic. Sleep one night in a private château or troglodyte suite. Visit the famous castles of: Chambord, Blois, Amboise, the Clos Lucé with your French American guide and taste the delicate wines of the region. Everything is included: round trip train tickets from Paris, Loire Valley transportation, tour guide, castle entrances, breakfast, lunch, gourmet diner, wine tour & tastings and accommodation. The following day you are returned to the train station on your way back to Paris. This is a small group, limited to 6 persons max. You also be treated to sleeping in your own private chateau for the night. This tour is run by Luc Bonhomme, owner and former Loire valley wine importer for the USA. By the end of the tour, you will have gain a good knowledge of the Loire valley wines. Read more about this special two-day Loire Valley experience!

Follow in the footsteps of French royals and aristocrats on a day trip from Paris to the Loire Valley, home to more than 100 châteaux and many of the finest in France. Most are impossible to visit without a car, so relax as a personal chauffeur takes you to a trio of the most impressive estates—Amboise, Chenonceaux, and Chambord. An art historian guide accompanies you inside for a detailed look at these time capsules of French history.

Experience the best of the Loire Valley, its cuisine, and its castles with this three-day, two-night tour. You'll visit numerous chateaux, dine in Michelin-starred restaurants, and go wine tasting at three different wineries, all with a local driver/guide to help make your trip go smoothly.

Visit some of the Loire Valley’s most iconic castles and gain insight into the region’s rich heritage on this private day trip from Paris. Leave the busy city behind and travel into the French countryside with a private guide. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Château de Chambord — widely considered among France’s very finest castles — the renaissance-era Château de Chenonceau and the 15th-century Château d'Amboise. During your tour, admire gothic architecture, fine artworks and beautiful gardens, and visit the resting place of famous Italian painter and mathematician Leonardo da Vinci.

Take a one day trip from Paris to see four historic castles in the Loire Valley. Tour includes 1st or 2nd Class rail tickets from Paris to the Loire Valley. Total tour day, including rail travel time, lasts approximately 13 hours.

In this tour, you will discover some France's wonderful treasures: You will be picked up at your hotel to travel in a private car to Tours, then meet your guide for an incredible CASTLE guided tour in the Loire Valley, “Cradle of the French” and “Garden of France”, UNESCO´s World Heritage since 2000. You will have guided visits in Châteaux: VILLANDRY, known for its beautiful gardens; CHENONCEAU, one of the best-known of the Loire valley, and also one of the two to have been built in the river bed; and AMBOISE, Historical Monument since 1840 and the place where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last days. Spend the night in your hotel in Tours. The second day, you will be transferred to the ZOO PARC of BEAUVAL, an extraordinary zoo focused on the conservation and protection of animal species, where you can admire more than 10.000 extraordinary and unique animals in France. The stars of the zoo are a couple of Pandas and their baby, Yuan Meng. Finally, return to Paris in your private car.

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Solo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person only. It is strictly personal and non-transferable once activated. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Duo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person plus one guest of their choice. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge your entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.