I am planning a trip to Paris in March 23-April 3, 2009. I want to take a day trip to Loire. I'd like to know:
1) What would be the best way to get to Loire from Paris, prices?
2) I'd like to rent a motorcycle or Vespa to tour the castles once in Loire, where would I find these to rent and prices?
3) What castle tours would you suggest and prices?
Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions.
-Jody
On a daytrip from Paris (not ideal, but doable), time efficiency will be paramount. Quickest way to get there from Paris is probably to take the train to Tours. You are most likely to find a rental there was well. Don't plan on seeing more than 3 chateaux... and you may find that only have time for 2. Here's a list of the some of the chateaux not to far from Tours. Look them up on the internet and see which most interests you: Meslay, Prieure St. Come, Le Plessis les Tour, Langeais, Azay Le Rideau, Sache, La Bourdaisiere, Chenonceaux, Les Clos Luce, Amboise, Chaumon sur Loire.
We stayed in Amboise while there and it is a lovely city. Chenonceaux was my favorite place, by far. Chambord was interesting too.
