CroisiEurope, Europe's largest river cruise company, offers a new itinerary on its successful Loire Valley castles river cruise, combining the spectacular river cruise aboard the MS Loire Princese through the Loire Valley castles with two days/one night in Paris, including dinner at an authentic Parisian brasserie.
This 7-day program begins with an overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Paris. From Paris, an excursion takes you to discover splendid castles, authentic Renaissance masterpieces, such as the Château de Chambord, which reflects the great passions of Francis I: hunting and architecture; and the Château de Chenonceau, with its elegant and feminine style that reveals the influence of great women throughout history: Catherine Briçonnet, wife of Thomas Bohier and the first female builder; Diane de Poitiers, favorite of Henry II; Catherine de Medici, the proud queen; and many others. The journey continues to Nantes, where you will embark on a six-day tour visiting Saint-Nazaire, Ancenis, Angers, and the Loire Valley castles. This 100% Spanish-speaking cruise departs in July and August and, through its excursions, offers the opportunity to explore these destinations in depth
- The castles of Ussé, Azay-le-Rideau or the gardens of Villandry castle
- The courtyards and secret passageways of Nantes
- The Saint-Nazaire shipyard, a world-renowned shipbuilder
- The Muscadet route, visiting villages that reflect the strong wine-making identity of the region.
- Optional: helicopter flight over the Loire
- Wine tasting in the cellars of Brissac Castle
CroisiEurope invites you to discover the Loire Valley castles aboard a unique paddlewheel-drive ship, the magnificent MS Loire Princesse, featuring 48 cabins, a lounge bar with large windows and a dance floor, a terrace, a spacious restaurant, a sun deck, and a souvenir shop. Enjoy six days of full board with drinks included, a selection of excursions and port taxes, plus free Wi-Fi on board.
