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Overview
Stunning countryside and enchanting castles welcome you at the mesmeric Loire Valley. One of the most charming places in France, the Loire Valley was frequented by French Kings who built extravagant country retreats amidst the Loire's woodlands and rivers. This UNESCO-listed jewel features the châteaux and many such edifices that will take you back to the time of the French Renaissance.
Suggested Duration - 2-3 days
What To Expect?
Get dazzled by the French formal gardens at the royal gem of Château de Chambord and admire the charming old town of Chartes to see the UNESCO-listed Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres – a pilgrim sight inspired by gothic architecture. Explore the lovely towns of Blois, Amboise and Orléans and revel in the splendour of all things French! A bicycle tour around the manicured towns is a must if you love a good adventure.
Tips
- Tours Val de Loire Airport is the airport serving the Loire Valley – located 6 km north-northeast.
- Best time to visit the Loire Valley is between April to June and September to October
- Resorts and hotels are the preferred category of stays. However, prior booking is recommended to avail the best options.
Exploring a destination...
The joy of travel comes in exploring new things. Planting your feet somewhere you’ve never been before brings with it the rush of discovery and the joy of pushing back on the boundaries of your world.
But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.
• Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour’s are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren’t just “local” tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
• Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn’t normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn’t get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
• Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what’s going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!
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