Loire Valley private castle tours
Discover the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley—such as Chambord, Chenonceau, Villandry, and Chaumont-sur-Loire—accompanied by a passionate and knowledgeable driver-guide!
Exclusive Loire Valley private castle tours lead by passionate driver-guides
Expert knowledge of the region, its hidden gems and quality service providers
Access to exclusive experiences (privatizations, meetings, confidential tastings…)
More than 10 years of expertise as an incoming luxury travel agency in Western France
Personalized, private travel to suit your wishes and interests
Loire Valley private castle tours
- Explore the Loire Valley’s superb châteaux, admire their magnificent architecture, elegant gardens and learn about their rich history.
. - Discover famous châteaux (Chambord, Chenonceau, Villandry…) and lesser-known but equally magnificent ones (Brezé, Brissac, Serrant, Langeais…)!
. - Discover the connections between these castles and famous historical figures such as Francis I, Leonardo da Vinci, Catherine de Medicis, and Eleanor of Aquitaine.
. - Enjoy exclusive châteaux visits—led by the owners themselves or arranged outside of regular public hours—available upon request.
. - Enjoy a unique private tour guided by our experienced and passionate local driver-guides.
Source : ©ADT Touraine - Loic Lagarde
Source : ©Loire Evasion
Source : ©L'amour de Paris
Source : © Eric Sander
Source : ©photographfrance - Mark Playle
Source : ©Les Coflocs
Source : ©JC Coutand - ADT Touraine
Source : © Sébastien Rio
Source : © Léonard de Serres
Source : ©ADT Touraine - Gillard et Vincent
Source : ©JC Coutand - ADT Touraine
Source : ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
Source : ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
Source : ©ADT Touraine - Leonard de Serres
Source : ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
Testimonial
We have arrived back in Canada. Our trip to the Loire Valley was spectacular! There were so many highlights that I can’t name them all. Thank you so much for your assistance in planning this special trip for my family. I will be telling our Canadian friends about the fantastic services provided by the team at Loire Secrets. Merci beaucoup.
Our stay was great, and I only regret that we didn’t give ourselves more time in the Loire Valley. Laetitia was truly excellent — her depth of knowledge was outstanding, and she was a wonderful guide. We very much enjoyed her, and I wish we could have taken her to Bordeaux with us!
I’ll certainly keep you in mind for assistance with planning my next trip to France!
Thank you for everything. Both of our tours were perfect and amazing. Everything was exactly as promised and both exceeded our expectations. You have a really great team that you work with that are very passionate about what they do. Our group had a wonderful time both days. We hope to see you again sometime in the future.
It was an absolutely lovely day. They went above and beyond to make it special for Laurie’s birthday. Laurie would like to write Giam a thank you letter. He and the team made the day so very special!
The expertise of France Trip Secrets:
- We create an authentic, luxury and personalized experience that’s tailored to your interests.
- Our passionate, local and expert English-speaking guides will share their local knowledge of the region.
- Our private tours ensure that you’ll have a truly exclusive experience.
- We can organize your visit to the Loire Valley from Paris.
- We’ve been experts in Western France for over 10 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the process for booking my trip?
1- Contact us at contact[@]loiresecrets.com and let us know your wishes for your stay with as much information as possible to best personalize our proposal: dates of your stay, number of travelers, the name of your accommodation (if you already have one), your interests and any other important information for your stay (dietary requirements, people with disabilities, wheelchair users, etc.).
2- We send you a customized offer within a few days, with a presentation of the proposed trip and a quote. Our quotation can be modified according to your wishes.
3- If you wish to confirm, we require a deposit of 50% of the total cost of the trip (by credit card or bank transfer).
4- 45 days before the start of the trip, we require payment of the balance (by credit card or bank transfer).
5- As soon as we receive it, we’ll send you your vouchers, along with your program and the contact details of our partners you’ll meet during your stay (guide(s), driver(s), driver-guide(s), winegrower(s), castle owner(s)…).
Enjoy your trip!
Will I be accompanied during my stay?
During your stay, you will always be accompanied by a driver, guide or driver-guide (unless you really don’t want to be).
Does the trip take place in a group, with other people we don’t know?
No, all our trips are private and tailor-made. You’ll live the experience amongst yourselves, and with the local people you’ll have the opportunity to meet: guides, winemakers, castle owners, chefs…
What season should I choose to make the most of Western France?
It’s possible to visit Western France at any time of year.
Spring:
You’ll discover lush green landscapes in full bloom, particularly in the pretty gardens of the Châteaux de la Loire or the gardens of Giverny in Normandy. It’s less crowded than summer, and temperatures are mild.
You’ll discover lush green landscapes in full bloom, particularly in the pretty gardens of the Châteaux de la Loire or the gardens of Giverny in Normandy. It’s less crowded than summer, and temperatures are mild.
Summer:
The days are warmer and sunnier, ideal for discovering the Châteaux and gardens of the Loire and the seasides of Brittany and Normandy. However, there are a lot of tourists in summer.
The days are warmer and sunnier, ideal for discovering the Châteaux and gardens of the Loire and the seasides of Brittany and Normandy. However, there are a lot of tourists in summer.
Autumn:
In the Loire Valley, the vines are magnificent and colorful, temperatures are still mild throughout Western France and there are fewer tourists, even if there may be more rain.
In the Loire Valley, the vines are magnificent and colorful, temperatures are still mild throughout Western France and there are fewer tourists, even if there may be more rain.
Winter:
It’s a magical time of year to visit the Loire castles decorated for Christmas. However, the weather is colder.
What payment methods do you accept?
You can pay by credit card (excluding American Express) or bank transfer. A deposit of 50% of the total cost of your trip is required if you wish to make a definitive reservation. The balance will be requested 45 days before the start of your stay.
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image sources:
- France Trip Secrets – Chenonceau castle in the Loire Valley – ©ADT Touraine – Loic Lagarde: ©ADT Touraine - Loic Lagarde
- France Trip Secrets – Traditional boat cruise on the Loire River Saumur – ©Loire Evasion: ©Loire Evasion
- France Trip Secrets – Women tour in the Loire Valley – ©L’amour de Paris – 2: ©L'amour de Paris
- France Trip Secrets – Chaumont sur Loire castle in the Loire Valley -© Eric Sander: © Eric Sander
- France Trip Secrets – Honeymoon in the Loire Valley – ©photographfrance – Mark Playle: ©photographfrance - Mark Playle
- France Trip Secrets – Bike in Chambord in the Loire Valley – ©Les Coflocs: ©Les Coflocs
- France Trip Secrets – Amboise Loire Valley – ©JC Coutand – ADT Touraine: ©JC Coutand - ADT Touraine
- France Trip Secrets – Chambord castle in the Loire Valley – © Sébastien Rio: © Sébastien Rio
- France Trip Secrets – Château de Chambord in the Loire Valley – © Léonard de Serres: © Léonard de Serres
- France Trip Secrets – Clos Lucé castle in the Loire Valley – ©ADT Touraine – Gillard et Vincent: ©ADT Touraine - Gillard et Vincent
- France Trip Secrets – VIP experiences Loire Valley – ©JC Coutand – ADT Touraine: ©JC Coutand - ADT Touraine
- France Trip Secrets – Rivau castle in the Loire Valley- ©ADT Touraine – JC Coutand: ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
- France Trip Secrets – Chinon town and fortress in the Loire Valley – ©ADT Touraine – JC Coutand: ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
- France Trip Secrets – Azay le Rideau castle in the Loire Valley – ©ADT Touraine – Leonard de Serres: ©ADT Touraine - Leonard de Serres
- France Trip Secrets – Christmas magic Loire Valley castles – ©ADT Touraine – JC Coutand: ©ADT Touraine - JC Coutand
