The Loire Valley: Places to Explore
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Blois
Perched on a steep hillside overlooking the Loire, site of one of France's most historic châteaux, and birthplace of those delicious Poulain chocolates and gâteaux (check out the bakeries along Rue Denis-Papin), the bustling big town of Blois is a convenient base, well served by train and highway.
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Travel Deals in The Loire Valley
- 4-Star Novotel Tours Sud Fr $110+/Nt Save with Hotels.com, $54/night less
- Book in Tours: Save this May Fr $117+/Nt Expedia
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- 4-Star Alliance Tours Centre Fr $114+/Nt — $114 Save with Hotels.com, $13/night less
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