-What you can expect- If you're staying in Paris and craving for a trip to the Loire Valley Castles, then this private tour is perfect for you. You'll be picked up in Paris at your hotel and driven to Chambord Castle, a masterpiece of the French Renaissance.Chambord is the largest and most spectacular piece of architecture of the Loire Valley. More than a castle, it's a work of art, a glorious historical place that will take you to the heart of the Loire Valley. Nestled in a forest as large as Paris, this hunting lodge built by King François I houses 426 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and a mindblowing double helix staircase undertaken by Leonardo da Vinci. This Renaissance masterpiece is listed at UNESCO World Heritage.