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Loire Valley châteaux from Paris: one day or two, with a chauffeur
At a glance
A Precellence chauffeur takes you from Paris to the Loire Valley châteaux, about 2 h 15 min of driving to Chambord: a day trip with your chauffeur booked for 12 h (hourly hire), at €1,020 in E-Class, or two days on quote.
Chambord, Amboise and Chenonceau: three châteaux, the farthest about 3 h of driving from Paris.
One day: hourly hire for 12 h, 480 km included, bookable online.
Two days, with a night in the valley: on quote.
The Loire Valley has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.
| Destination | Distance | Driving time | E-Class | S-Class | V-Class (van) | Book or request a quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Château de Chambord | ≈ 180 km | ≈ 2 h 15 min | On quote | On quote | On quote | Request a quote |
| Château d'Amboise | ≈ 225 km | ≈ 2 h 45 min | On quote | On quote | On quote | Request a quote |
| Château de Chenonceau | ≈ 245 km | ≈ 3 h | On quote | On quote | On quote | Request a quote |
Distances and driving times: fastest road route calculated with OSRM on OpenStreetMap data on 3 November 2026, from Place de la Concorde, without traffic or breaks. Prices: the site's pricing engine, per vehicle, VAT included; the exact price for your route is shown before payment.
Updated 3 November 2026
Can you see the Loire châteaux in a day from Paris?
Yes, two or three châteaux.
Example: leave at 8 a.m., Chambord in the morning, lunch in Amboise, Chenonceau in the afternoon, back in Paris in the evening.
The day is booked as hourly hire for 12 h: €1,020 in E-Class, 480 km included.
Beyond the 480 km included, extra kilometres are charged at the hourly-hire rate.
Why go for two days?
To visit four or five châteaux without rushing.
To sleep in a château hotel or a guest house in the valley.
Your chauffeur stays with you for both days, on quote.
Can I simply be dropped off at a château?
Yes, one way from Paris, on quote.
Which châteaux should I choose?
- Chambord: the largest château in the Loire Valley, commissioned by Francis I.
- Chenonceau: the ‘Château des Dames’ (Ladies' Château), built over the river Cher.
- Amboise: Leonardo da Vinci rests in its Chapel of Saint-Hubert.
Long journeys, in complete peace of mind
On a long journey, your chauffeur stops roughly every two hours, as France's road-safety agency (Sécurité routière) recommends: a few minutes for a coffee, the toilets or a chance to stretch your legs, for you and for your chauffeur. Your chauffeur tells you about the breaks from the start and chooses the moment with you. This is a safety rule we do not compromise on: a rested chauffeur is an attentive chauffeur. Would you rather arrive in one go? Then we recommend two chauffeurs taking turns at the wheel: stops are kept to a minimum, and you arrive at the planned time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a day at the Loire châteaux with a chauffeur cost?
As hourly hire for 12 h: €1,020 in E-Class, 480 km included. Two days or a tailor-made tour: on quote.
How long does it take to get from Paris to Chambord?
About 2 h 15 min of driving for 180 km.
Can we visit Chambord, Amboise and Chenonceau on the same day?
Yes, if you leave early: the three châteaux are close to one another. Plan for a 12 h day.
Can the van take the whole family?
Yes: the V-Class (Mercedes V-Class) carries up to 7 passengers. Hourly hire is also available in V-Class, at the price shown before payment.
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