Day 1: Paris to Orléans Morning: Depart from Paris via train or rental car Arrive in Orléans (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by train or 2 hours by car) Visit the Cathédrale Sainte-Croix and the historical center Lunch: Dine at La Parenthèse, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Orléans Afternoon: Drive to Château de Chambord (approximately 1 hour) Tour the magnificent Château de Chambord and its vast park Evening: Drive to Blois (approximately 40 minutes) Check in to your hotel in Blois Dinner at Michelin-starred Assa, located in the heart of Blois
Day 2: Blois to Amboise Morning: Visit Château de Blois and the historical center of Blois Lunch: Eat at Michelin-starred Le Rendez-Vous des Pêcheurs in Blois Afternoon: Drive to Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire (approximately 30 minutes) Explore the castle and its International Garden Festival Drive to Château d'Amboise (approximately 30 minutes) Tour Château d'Amboise and its beautiful gardens Evening: Check in to your hotel in Amboise Dinner at Michelin-starred L'Auberge du Bon Laboureur in nearby Chenonceaux
Day 3: Amboise to Tours Morning: Visit Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's former residence, in Amboise Lunch: Dine at Michelin-starred La Table d'Antoine in Amboise Afternoon: Drive to Château de Villandry (approximately 45 minutes) Tour the castle and its stunning gardens Drive to Tours (approximately 30 minutes) Explore the historical center of Tours, including the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien Evening: Check in to your hotel in Tours Dinner at Michelin-starred Charles Barrier in Tours