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Castles of the Loire Valley
Chambord to Chenonceau
Picture this... a week on horseback through the enchanting Loire Valley, riding from the grandeur of Chambord to the fairytale arches of Chenonceau. Each day offers fast canters in royal forests, peaceful riverside paths, and unforgettable mounted arrivals at majestic châteaux.
Quick Facts
7 Days · 6 Nights
May 10–16, 2026
4–10 Riders
Intermediate Plus
90 kg
Blois / Chambord Station
4★ Boutique Châteaux
From €3,990 pp
Day by Day Itinerary
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Arrival at Château de la Borde
Arrive by 6:30 pm. Enjoy an aperitif while you discuss the week ahead, followed by gourmet dinner at 8 pm. The hotel is a 35-minute drive from Blois Train Station.
Overnight: Château de la Borde ★★★★
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Chambord
Ride along the Grand Canal with spectacular views of Château de Chambord. Enjoy the beautiful sand paths of Boulogne and Chambord forest. Afternoon walking tour of the largest and most magnificent Loire Valley castle, commissioned by King Francis I in 1519, famous for its double helix staircase built from Leonardo da Vinci's sketches.
Overnight: Château de la Borde ★★★★
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Beauregard to Cheverny
Ride through Boulogne Forest to Château de Beauregard — enter through the front gates on horseback. Tour this 16th-century estate famous for its Portrait Gallery of 327 historic figures. Gourmet picnic with foie gras. Afternoon ride to Cheverny vineyards and the estate of the Marquis de Vibraye with its 100-strong pack of hounds.
Overnight: Relais des Trois Châteaux
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Château de Chaumont & Gardens
Cross peaceful Loire Valley countryside to the Beuvron River. Afternoon ride to Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a fairytale castle central to the famous rivalry between Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers. Explore the castle's sprawling grounds, magnificent stables, and exquisite gardens.
Overnight: Le Clos d'Amboise (spa)
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Chaumont to Amboise
Visit Chenonceau's beautifully furnished rooms, then ride along the Cher River with unforgettable views of the iconic arches. Lunch in the château's elegant Orangerie. Afternoon ride to Château d'Amboise — enter via the medieval Porte des Lions, just as the kings once did. Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years here.
Overnight: Château de Noizay
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Chenonceau
Private visit to Château d'Amboise overlooking the Loire Valley. Free time in charming old town or visit Clos Lucé, Da Vinci's final residence. End with a beautiful ride along the banks of the Cher, passing beneath the iconic arches of Château de Chenonceau. Farewell gourmet dinner.
Overnight: Château de Noizay
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Departure
Breakfast at Château de Noizay followed by your departure at any time. Transfers available for Amboise train station or Saint Pierre des Corps.
Exclusive Day Experience
The Royal Versailles Experience
A leisurely ride of fairytale proportions through the exquisitely manicured Gardens of Versailles at an unhurried pace through long trots and gentle canters beneath perfectly landscaped trails. These gardens were shaped for ceremonial rides and royal processions.
Ride the Gardens
2-hour guided ride through the Gardens of Versailles, following the grand perspectives designed for Louis XIV.
Brunch by Alain Ducasse
Curated by 21-Michelin Star Chef Alain Ducasse at Le Grand Contrôle, served on bespoke 18th-century inspired tableware.
Private Stable Tour
Behind-closed-doors access to La Grande Écurie — the Royal Stables, home to 40 Lusitano horses, including the Hermès tack room.
Académie Équestre Show
Haute École dressage, choreography, and music performed inside the Royal Stables Arena a continuation of court tradition.
Includes
Ride, Brunch, Tour, Show, Transfer, All Permits
Price
€1,485 pp
Partner Experience
Masai Mara, Kenya
Offbeat Riding Safaris
Offbeat Riding Safaris has been operating since 1990 with a stellar reputation for providing unrivalled mobile horseback safaris amongst big game. Riding up close to elephant, lion and buffalo, or galloping with wildebeest and zebra are life-changing experiences.
They ride across the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Laikipia, with a traditional mobile tented safari camp that moves with you, supported by a lorry and Land Rovers the epitome of a true safari.
Group
Up to 12 riders
Camp
Mobile Tented Safari
Price
€1,485 pp
Level
Experienced
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