The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy (port-to-port cruise)

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6 daysDuration

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15 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Brittany, France

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Highlights

EXCLUSIVE TO the Loire from above(1-2)

Offered full-day excursion to the castles of the Loire Valley Guided tour of the castles of Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, and its gardens.

Wine-tasting in the cellars of the Brissac castle(1-4)

The Saint-Nazaire(1,6) shipyard, embodiment of French pride

The wine route of the Muscadet(1) through the vineyards of the Nantes region

Cruise on board a paddle steamer 50th Anniversary Gala Evening anniversary dinner followed by a dance party

Itinerary

Embark on a regal journey through the Loire Valley, renowned for its legendary beauty and royal heritage. This 6-day cruise trip begins and ends in Brittany, tracing a route through Bouchemaine and Ancenis in France.

Highlights include the vibrant city of Nantes and its imaginative Machines of the Isle, the impressive shipyards of Saint-Nazaire, and the majestic castles of the Loire, such as Brissac—France’s tallest château. This tour package is ideal for travelers who appreciate a blend of history, innovation, and architectural splendor.

The unique selling point: an immersive cruise through France’s "Valley of Kings," where every stop brings a new chapter of royal legacy and cultural wonder.

day 1Nantes - Saint-nazaire(5)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. The ship will sail towards Saint-Nazaire.

day 2Saint-nazaire(5) - Nantes

day 3Nantes

day 4Ancenis - The Châteaux Of The Loire Valley - Chalonnes-sur-loire(4)

day 5Chalonnes-sur-loire(4) - Angers(1) - Ancenis - Nantes

day 6Nantes

What's Included

Meals

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final dayGala dinner

Others

Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroomWelcome cocktailOnboard entertainmentTravel assistance and repatriation insuranceAll port fees.

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Ship Details

MS Loire Princesse

The design of this ship is exclusive to CroisiEurope since it is the first French ship to sail on the Loire, the last "wild river" in France. Built in 2015 in Saint-Nazaire, its specificity lies in its side paddle wheels and shallow-draft. The noble burgundy and pearly colors mingle with copper elements, which give a prestigiouscharacter to the interior decoration. A “royal” atmosphere to discover the Loire châteaux from the water. A nod to the famous “inexplosibles” that once crisscrossed the Loire: a large fireplace is located in the middle of the lounge.The welcoming public spaces have large window areas and the cabins on the upper deck have terraces with outdoor furniture. All meals during the cruise are served in the restaurant on the main deck. Onboard fun, music and dancing happen in the lounge / bar on the upper deck, where a cozy patio also provides great landscapeviews. The sun deck has deck chairs and sun loungers ideal for relaxing. In the reception area you can admire the mechanism of the paddle wheels during navigation.

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