No visit to this famous region is complete without taking in a ‘Châteaux’ or three! The must visit favourites include the female influenced Chenonceau, the Leonardo da Vinci museum at Amboise, and the 17th century Cheverny.

After sight seeing make time to explore the wonderful cycling routes along the banks of this celebrated river and taste the region’s fine white wines, including Sancerre, Pouilly Fume, Saumur, Chinon and Vouvray.