Three days in the Loire Valley from Blois
Travel journal · Source updated on 15 September 2026
Three days give you time to discover Blois, devote a day to a major castle and head out to the villages. Use this as a starting point for your stay, with one main visit each day and enough space for meals, journeys and discoveries along the way.
Day 1 · Take time over Blois
Start at the royal castle, then explore the old-town streets. Depending on the children’s ages and your interests, add the Maison de la Magie or a walk towards the Loire. The stepped streets and viewpoints can also be enjoyed without a ticket.
Follow our walk through Blois →
Day 2 · Chambord or Cheverny
Chambord draws visitors for its architecture and extensive estate; Cheverny offers a different experience around its castle and gardens. Choose whichever appeals most. Saving one for another stay is better than cutting both short. Cheverny is a short drive from Le Cottage de Chitenay.
Plan a day at Chambord → · Discover Cheverny →
Day 3 · A village, or the road towards Amboise
A village stroll changes the pace. For a longer excursion, choose Chenonceau or Amboise according to your interests and the journey. Keep the return trip in mind, particularly with young children.
Our ideas for villages to explore →
A few pointers for planning
- Check opening days and book visits that require a reservation.
- Calculate journeys from your address in Blois or Chitenay.
- Alternate sightseeing days with more flexible time.
- For a walk or cycle ride, choose a route suited to your group.
A longer stay without overloaded days
If you have four or five days, put a more relaxed day between the major visits. Blois, Chambord, Cheverny and Chaumont-sur-Loire offer different experiences; choose stops for what interests you rather than trying to tick them all off.
You can also devote a day to Blois on foot and another to walking further afield. Consult the tourist office’s routes to plan a cycle outing suited to your group.
What if you are coming without a car?
Start by planning days around Blois on foot. For each excursion, check both outward and return transport for your dates before booking admission: a castle easily reached by car may not be as convenient by public transport. If travelling as a group, agree a shared transport budget too.
Prepare the details before arrival
Note your booked visits, journey times from the accommodation and a rainy-day alternative. For days in town, our Blois parking guide brings together free and paid options. Leave some time without reservations so you can enjoy your holiday home as well.
Where to stay
Explore our four addresses: La Demeure de Chemonton for up to fifteen guests, La Maison des Chalands for thirteen, Le Nid de Saint-Honoré for four and Le Cottage de Chitenay for ten. Historic centre, Loire riverside or countryside: choose the setting for your holiday.
Explore our four holiday homes → · Our homes for groups →
References and practical information
Links retained from the French article. Check the official pages for current visiting conditions; some sources are in French.
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