From the Chateaux of Chambord and Chenonceau to the Loire Valley

This morning, join the excursion proposed for both packages: Saint-Nazaire, a seaside town. Begin your visit with Escal’Atlantic, which traces the history of Norman and French ocean liners. You will then visit the actual Saint-Nazaire shipyard as it is today. Once the birthplace of the most outstanding French transatlantic liners, it is now the construction site for modern, elegant cruise ships. While following a tour designed especially for understanding the complexity of constructing these veritable floating palaces, you’ll discover the immensity of this site (267 acres), the stunning logistics, and the high technology put in place to build the ships. (Each passenger will be asked to produce a valid passport in order to book the excursion and gain access to the shipyard).

In the evening, join the excursion proposed for both packages: A boat tour on the Erdre, one of the most beautiful rivers in France.

Tonight, join us for an evening of entertainment.

Departure by coach towards the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau. Built on an island in the middle of the Indre River, the structure as it stands today was erected during the reign of Francis I by a wealthy financier, Gilles Berthelot, who sought to combine Italian innovations with French architectural art. Listed as a historic monument, the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau embodies all the refinement of an early French Renaissance château. Continuation to Villandry for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a stroll through the gardens of the Château de Villandry: spread over three levels, they combine aesthetics, diversity, and harmony. Then, visit the Château de Villandry. Through its furniture, décor, and atmosphere, it stands as a living testament to French heritage. The estate of Villandry has evolved over the centuries. Acquired by Jean Le Breton, it transitioned from a medieval fortress to a residence enriched with Renaissance elements. In the 18th century, the Marquis de Castellane transformed it into a comfortable and luminous place, reflecting the art of living of the time. In the 19th century, it was saved by Joachim Carvallo and Ann Coleman, who restored it to its Renaissance state. Today, Henri Carvallo continues this legacy by combining preservation with the enhancement of the site.

Return to Ancenis for your festive gala evening. Your ship will cruise to Nantes during the night.

One last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Transfer by coach from Nantes to Paris. End of our services.

• Coach transport on Day 1 and Day 2
• Dinner on Day 1
• Accommodation at a 3-star or 4-star hotel in Paris
• Full-day excursion to the Châteaux de la Loire with visits to the Châteaux de Chenonceau and Chambord
• Lunch on Day 2
• Coach transfer from Nantes to Paris on Day 7
• Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
• Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
• Accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
• Onboard activities
• Welcome cocktail
• Gala evening
• Assistance from the onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess
• Emergency/repatriation insurance
• All port fees
• Pprepaid classic sightseeing package

• Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
• Personal expenses