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Cruise on the Loire River, visit the castles of Chambord and Chenonceau

Looking for a relaxing, exclusive vacation that's also rich in cultural visits, while letting yourself be carried away?

By Alexis DEBUC expert of your cruises
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Main features
Boat model: Péniche
Type: Yacht / Motoryacht > 24 m
Number of cabins: 48
Maximum capacity: 96 travelers
Crew members: 24

Cabin

Cat A - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with two divisible beds, furnished terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Premium cabin location.
Cat A - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with double bed, furnished terrace and panoramic sliding windows. Premium cabin location.
Cat B - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with two divisible beds, furnished terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Cabin with "intermediate" location.
Cat B - PMR (Personnes à Mobilité Réduite) - Upper deck
Cabin with terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Cabin with "intermediate" location.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Nantes Saint-Nazaire
Boarding at 6pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Sailing to Saint-Nazaire.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Saint-Nazaire Nantes
In the morning, optional excursion AUTHENTIQUE / EXPERIENCE: Saint-Nazaire, a city by the sea... more+ (Pre-booking required prior to departure. Valid ID required at time of pre-booking and on site on day of visit). This tour is full of surprises for young and old alike. At the heart of the submarine base, let yourself be transported back in time. Discover the fabulous adventure of the transatlantic liners. Between reality and exceptional scenery, you'll walk in the footsteps of yesterday's passengers, exploring the decks, passageways and cabins. A fascinating story. Return on board for lunch. Afternoon sailing to Nantes. We leave Saint-Nazaire on the Loire estuary for Nantes. The river abounds in remarkable landscapes, with flora and fauna making their appearance along the way. Relax on the sun deck and admire the panoramic views.
In the morning, optional authentic excursion/experience: Saint-Nazaire, a city by the sea (Pre-booking required prior to departure. Valid identity card required at time of pre-booking and on site on day of visit). This tour is full of surprises for young and old alike. In the heart of the submarine base, let yourself be transported back in time. Discover the fabulous adventure of the transatlantic liners. Between reality and exceptional scenery, you'll walk in the footsteps of yesterday's passengers, exploring the decks, passageways and cabins. A fascinating story. Return on board for lunch. Afternoon sailing to Nantes. We leave Saint-Nazaire on the Loire estuary for Nantes. The river abounds in remarkable landscapes, with flora and fauna making their appearance along the way. Relax on the sun deck and admire the panoramic views.
In the evening, optional authentic excursion/experience: local boat trip on the Erdre. You'll discover this magnificent river, which, beyond its rich flora and fauna, is a veritable history book in an exceptional setting. Admire the many small ports, châteaux, manor houses and estates along the way. 
Activities: Optional services: Cruise on the Erdre river, Guided tour of the Saint-Nazaire shipyard, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Nantes Ancenis
In the morning, optional excursions:
- Authentic: Guided tour of Nantes and the Castle of the... more+ Dukes of Brittany. From the moment you approach the quays of Nantes, the city captivates. More than a symbol, its remarkable architecture transports you to the heart of past centuries. Between the medieval and Renaissance quarters, the city boasts sumptuous residences. Then, Anne of Brittany welcomes you to her castle. This vivid vision sets the tone, and the imposing ramparts conceal a grand residence of rare refinement.
- Experience: Discover the Machines of the Isle, secret courtyards, and covered passages of Nantes. Through the eyes of Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci, the Machines of the Isle offer an enigmatic and imaginary journey (closed on Mondays). You can glimpse the astonishing bestiary and the carousel of marine worlds. Then, you will explore the secret courtyards and covered passages of Nantes. Located in the heart of urban blocks, they showcase various architectural forms, with the Pommeraye Passage being the most notable.
In the afternoon, optional excursions:
- Authentic: The Muscadet wine route and the medieval village of Clisson. This itinerary holds many surprises, both in terms of panoramas and encounters. Thus, the domain of Château de Cassemichère invites you to discover its vineyard steeped in history. The small town of Clisson is equally enchanting, displaying a picturesque landscape. The little Italy of the Pays de la Loire will immerse you in a "Tuscan" ambiance, and you will savor the friendly atmosphere as you stroll through the alleys.
- Experience: Helicopter flight over the Loire (pre-booking required before departure). Enjoy every moment of the flight as you soar over breathtaking locations. You will see notable sights such as the medieval tower of Oudon overlooking Ancenis, the castle of Clermont known to have been owned by Louis de Funès, the Golf de l'Île d'Or beautifully located on the banks of the Loire, and then return via Champtoceaux, offering one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Loire.
Return on board. Animated evening. 
Activities: Optional services: Helicopter flight: the Loire from the air, The Muscadet route, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Ancenis Chalonnes-sur-Loire Angers
Morning sailing to chalonnes-sur-loire. Let yourself be charmed by Europe's last wild river.... more+ Indeed, despite the transport of goods, the imprint left by man over the centuries is shallow.
In the afternoon, optional excursions:
- Authentic: visit Angers, its historic districts and the famous Apocalypse painting. At the gateway to the Loire Valley, the cradle of the Plantagenet dynasty still shines in all its splendor. The silhouette of the medieval fortress dominates the flourishing Renaissance city. It is also home to the extraordinary Apocalypse Hanging. Guarded like a treasure in the half-light inside the imposing Château d'Angers, you'll have to pass through the fortress walls before you reach this monumental tapestry.
- Experience: château de brissac tour and wine tasting. Home to the Dukes of Brissac for over half a millennium, France's tallest château raises its monumental facades from its extensive landscaped grounds. Here, life at the château is no empty word - quite the contrary. You enter into the intimacy of a family history, and its soul transports the visitor through its sublimely decorated rooms. The tour ends with a wine tasting in the cellar.
Gala evening. 
Activities: Optional services: Guided tour of Angers, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Angers Chalonnes-sur-Loire Ancenis
Full-day excursion included to the châteaux of the Loire Valley. En route to magnificence. You'll... more+ have the time of your life as you discover the castles and gardens of the Loire Valley. We've been dreaming of these buildings since our earliest childhood, but now they're within your reach, and the magic happens instantly. Let yourself be guided to the rhythm of French history with the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, built on an island in the middle of the Indre River. Its water mirror is itself flattered by the reflection of its delicate forms and the grace of its Renaissance architecture. After lunch, visit the gardens of Château de Villandry. Set in an ancient meadow surrounded by lime trees, they reflect the charms of Villandry throughout the four seasons. Then on to Château d'Ussé. Once upon a time, there was a castle with a fairy-tale appearance... that's how it presents itself to you, its slender silhouette seemingly straight out of a fairy tale. Behind this appearance lies a treasure trove of treasures.
Return to Ancenis. Overnight sailing to Nantes. 
Activities: Including: Day trip to the Loire castles, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Ancenis Nantes
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 10am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Possibility to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Mineral water available
Tea
Coffee
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Routing
Personal expenses
Drinks on special menus
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

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... more+ 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. Upon arrival, admire the monumental and innovative grand staircase with its straight ramp, a true architectural treasure. Your visit will also lead you to the beautifully restored Biencourt Salon, a testament to 19th-century French sophistication and lifestyle. Be charmed by the ambiance and decoration reminiscent of aristocratic residences of the 19th century! Philippe Lesbahy’s bedroom, the lady of the house in the 16th century, will immerse you in a purely Renaissance atmosphere. This space showcases the craftsmanship of the period, including reed weaving—a unique curiosity of Azay-le-Rideau used for aesthetically insulating walls. Here, the refined interiors have been recreated through extensive restoration work based on archival records, as evidenced by the reproduction of the bed textiles, hand-embroidered with gold and silver threads.Continuation to Villandry for lunch.In the afternoon, enjoy a stroll through the gardens of the Château de Villandry: spread across three levels, they combine aesthetics, diversity, and harmony. Then, visit the Château de Villandry. Through its furniture, décor, and ambiance, it stands as a living testimony to French heritage. When Jean Le Breton acquired the Villandry estate, the building was a medieval fortress. The defensive architecture was softened, opened to the outside, and enriched with Renaissance decorative elements. In the 18th century, the Marquis de Castellane settled in Villandry, undertaking extensive renovations to transform the building into a comfortable, warm, and luminous residence, characteristic of the art of living of that era.Joachim Carvallo and Ann Coleman saved the estate, which had fallen into disrepair by the late 19th century, and launched a restoration campaign to return it to its Renaissance state. Henri Carvallo, the current owner of Villandry, continues his ancestors' legacy by balancing the preservation of this unique heritage with enhancing the estate for the enjoyment of visitors.PLEASE NOTEThe order of the visits can change.Times are approximate. 
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Transfer by coach to the Bateaux Nantais dock. At approximately 8:00 p.m., we'll leave for a cruise on what King Francis I called the "most beautiful river in France”: The Erdre. As the scenery rolls by, discover the history of the river and... more+ its numerous châteaux. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.  
Not included £67 / people
We'll begin our visit with the Escal'Atlantic, which ingeniously retraces the history of Norman and French ocean liners through a unique experience. Then we'll continue on to the Saint-Nazaire shipyard, one of the largest and well-renowned in... more+ Europe. Once the birthplace of the most outstanding French transatlantic liners, today it is the construction site for elegant cruise ships. While following a tour especially designed to better understand the complexity of constructing these truly modern floating palaces, you'll discover the immensity of this site (267 acres), the stunning logistics, and the advanced technology required to build the ships.PLEASE NOTEThis excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency. Each passenger will be asked to produce a valid passport in order to book the excursion and gain access to the shipyard.The order of the visits can change.Times are approximate. 
Not included £62 / people
We’ll take you to the airport in Ancenis. Upon your arrival, you’ll meet your pilot and head out for a helicopter tour of the Loire. You’ll enjoy a bird's-eye view of breathtaking landscapes. You’ll fly over the tower in Oudon, whose medieval... more+ architecture reaches towards the sky, dominating the city of Ancenis, then farther along the châteaux de Clermont, a Renaissance-era building in the style of Louis XIII that was also the home of French actor Louis de Funès. Next you’ll notice the Île d’Or golf course, built in a unique setting on one of the islands of the Loire. The minutes tick by and soon it’s time to return to Ancenis. On the way back, you’ll fly over Champtoceaux, without a doubt one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the Loire. PLEASE NOTE Helicopter ride subject to favorable weather conditions. MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE AND DEPENDS ON AVAILABILITY. Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change.  
Not included £215 / people
We'll pass through several villages that are testimony to the strong winegrowing identity in the region. We'll travel to La Chapelle Heulin and stop at the Château Cassemichère (or similar site). This exceptional site invites you to... more+ discover its history-filled vineyards, visit its cellars and taste* the dry, light, fruity and aromatic wine. We'll continue towards Clisson, a charming medieval city with 15th century vestiges and a slight Italian feel. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.  
Not included £61 / people
Leaving from the dock in Nantes, you'll set out to discover the magical world of the Machines de l'île. This totally unprecedented artistic project is a cross between the imaginations of Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci. After this exceptional... more+ tour, we'll continue on to explore Nantes through its hidden courtyards and covered passageways reflecting the glorious past of the city's grand families from the 15th century to today. PLEASE NOTE Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change. Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and suitable clothing.  
Not included £66 / people
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Angers was the capital of the historical Anjou province and is distinguished not only by its legacy, but also by its modern nature. Angers, particularly rich during the Renaissance, was home to the House of Plantagenet. The immense walls of the famous... more+ Château d'Angers contain the extraordinary Apocalypse Tapestry. We'll visit the 13th century castle and discover the Apocalypse Tapestry*, part of one of the most important collections of medieval tapestries in the world. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. *Site closed on January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and 11th, and December 25th.  
Not included £56 / people

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Cat C - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat C - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat B - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat A - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat C - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
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