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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy

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Start and end in Nantes
4.3
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CroisiEurope River Cruises
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 96
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Nantes to Saint-Nazaire

    Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Welcome cocktail
    • Onboard entertainment
    Landmarks
    Nantes
    Saint-Nazaire
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  2. Day 2

    Saint-Nazaire

    Saint-Nazaire
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Onboard entertainment
    • Evening dancing

    Optional Activities

    • Tour of Saint-Nazaire - CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion (includes Escal'Atlantic museum and Saint-Nazaire shipyard visit)
    • Helicopter ride - Loire Valley aerial tour - DISCOVERY excursion
    Landmarks
    Escal'Atlantic
    Saint-Nazaire Shipyard
  3. Day 3

    Ancenis - Chalonnes-sur-Loire

    Ancenis - Chalonnes-sur-Loire
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Onboard entertainment

    Optional Activities

    • Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson medieval town tour - CLASSIC excursion
    • Helicopter ride over the Loire Valley - DISCOVERY excursion
    Landmarks
    Ancenis
    Clisson
    Muscadet Wine Route
    Loire Valley
  4. Day 4

    Loire Valley Châteaux

    Loire Valley Châteaux
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Villandry), Dinner (Gala dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Château d'Azay-le-Rideau visit
    • Château de Villandry gardens stroll
    • Château de Villandry visit
    • Onboard entertainment
    Landmarks
    Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
    Château de Villandry
    Villandry Gardens
  5. Day 5

    Nantes

    Nantes
    Meals
    Breakfast (Final buffet breakfast)
    Landmarks
    Nantes

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  • Gregory
    June 30th, 2026
    An overall wonderful experience. Fine French cuisine and excellent service with plenty of entertainment onboard. The...
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  • Goldilocks
    June 21st, 2026
    Service overall on boat was excellent english speaking helpers are always assisting perfectly food was good...
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    When will dates for cruises in 2026 be available?

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    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written October 2025

      We're excited to share that there's a delightful adventure called "The Loire Valley, a Royal Legacy (port-to-port cruise)" scheduled for 2026! This 5-day journey, offered by the same great operator, CroisiEurope River Cruises, begins and ends in the charming city of Nantes. The adventure promises a royal experience as you sail through 7 magnificent destinations. It is set to be available in March, July, August, October, and November of 2026. Could you please let us know your preferred month and date for this adventure, as well as your preferred cabin type? Once we have these details, we'll be happy to provide you with a tailored quote.

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