Loire Valley Day Trips

Those pressed for time and keen to absorb as much of the Loire Valley as they can in a short period are advised to take Loire Valley day trips.

Loire Valley day trips are special tour packages designed to cram as much Loire sightseeing into one day as humanly possible. Whether it is a voyage amongst the royal residences on the banks of the Loire, a trip through the rustic town of Tours or a stroll through the landscaped gardens, Loire Valley day trips are both mesmerising and unforgettable.

Here are two of the most popular Loire Valley day trips to take:

• A stroll along the Loire River and its tributaries showing the finest architectural heritage left by the kings of France is a divine sight for day-trippers. Chateau de Chambord was a popular residence for many kings and is now a symbol of the French Renaissance. It stands in the heart of an estate almost the size of Paris. A day trip to Chambord will involve plenty of excursions including walks, bike rides, and boat trips on the Cosson. And those visiting on summer nights can enjoy the “Chambord, rêve de lumières”, a sound and light fantasy show that lights up the façades of the chateau.

• In the north of Bourges, in the hollow of the valley of Sauldre, the museum of Witchcraft stands to lift the veil on the enigmatic universe of the wizards and witches of the mysterious Berry. A day trip to Bourges, a town of art and history will reveal itself to fantasy lovers little by little. It will also include a visit to the World Heritage listed tower of Saint-Etienne Cathedral, with a stunning view atop its steps. And from May to September, the medieval town can be visited at night during the magical blue light tour – the “Nuits Lumière de Bourges”.