Loire Valley

Discover the Châteaux of the Loire Valley

5 – 10 April 2027

Introducing our brand-new voyage aboard the MS Loire Princesse, an elegant paddle ship and the only cruise ship able to sail the Loire, France’s last wild river. With just 70 guests, enjoy the Loire Valley’s stunning châteaux, lunch at Villandry, wine tastings and our nightly entertainment.

Duration

5 nights

Ship

Loire Princesse

Price per person, from

£2,150

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Loire Valley

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Overview

We’re delighted to reveal another brand-new voyage for Theatrical Adventures – and a very special one, too!

The MS Loire Princesse is a distinctive and elegant paddle ship, specially built to navigate the Loire – France’s last wild river – and the only passenger cruise ship capable of sailing its waters. Carrying just 70 guests, this premium vessel offers an intimate and distinctive experience, with stylish cabins, panoramic lounges, and top deck cabins featuring private terraces to sit on and watch the world go by.

A highlight of the journey is a day spent discovering the stunning châteaux of the Loire Valley, including lunch in Villandry and time to explore the beautiful gardens of the Château de Villandry.

And, of course, it wouldn’t be France without a wine tasting or two along the way!

This promises to be a unique and fascinating journey along with our usual fantastic nightly entertainment. We very much look forward to welcoming you onboard.

5 nights aboard Loire Princesse

5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners

Cruise in France

5 evenings of entertainment from our onboard soloists

Wine, beer and soft drinks included with lunch and dinner

Itinerary

Departures

Day 1

5 April 2027

Nantes

Guests are met at Nantes airport by one of your cruise directors, who will be on hand to assist with transfers to the ship. Boarding begins from 6:00 p.m., with time to settle into your cabin. This evening, join us in the Lounge Bar for a Welcome Cocktail and an introduction to the crew before dinner. Following dinner, enjoy our first onboard concert from our resident soloists. The ship will then set sail towards Saint-Nazaire.

Dinner included

Welcome concert from our onboard soloists

Day 2

6 April 2027

Saint-Nazaire

This morning, join a guided excursion in Saint-Nazaire. Visit Escal’Atlantic, an immersive experience tracing the history of great ocean liners, before continuing to the renowned Saint-Nazaire shipyard, one of Europe’s largest and most impressive shipbuilding sites. We return to the ship and spend a relaxing afternoon cruising towards Nantes. After dinner, enjoy an evening performance from our onboard soloists.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Our onboard soloists entertain

Walking Tour

Day 3

7 April 2027

Nantes & Clisson

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Nantes, returning to the ship for lunch. In the afternoon, travel to La Chapelle-Heulin to visit Château Cassemichère (or similar), where you will explore the vineyards, cellars and sample local wines. Continue to Clisson, a charming medieval town with distinctive Italian influences. After dinner, enjoy an evening performance from our onboard soloists.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Our onboard soloists entertain

Coach & Walking Tour

Day 4

8 April 2027

Loire Valley Châteaux

The Loire Valley is celebrated worldwide for its magnificent châteaux, set among rolling countryside, vineyards and historic gardens. Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, beautifully positioned on an island in the Indre River, is a fine example of early French Renaissance architecture. Château de Villandry is renowned for its harmonious formal gardens, arranged across three levels and considered among the finest in France. Together they offer an unforgettable journey through centuries of architectural refinement and French elegance.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Our onboard soloists entertain

Coach & Walking Tour

Day 5

9 April 2027

Angers & Ancenis

Discover the historic city of Angers, capital of Anjou. Visit the imposing Château d’Angers and view the remarkable Apocalypse Tapestry, one of the most significant medieval tapestry collections in the world. Continue with a tour of the cathedral district, where Romanesque and Gothic influences combine. Return to the ship and cruise towards Ancenis in the afternoon. This evening, join us for the Gala Dinner as we cruise back towards Nantes. After dinner, enjoy a final evening performance from our onboard soloists.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Our final farewell concert

Coach & Walking Tour

Day 6

10 April 2027

Nantes

Departures

Disembark after a final breakfast onboard and make your onward journey home.

Breakfast included

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What’s included

Included

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All meals from dinner on the first evening, through to breakfast on the final morning

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Beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner

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All listed excursions

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Nightly entertainment

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English-speaking tour guides and personal listening devices so you can hear it all

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A dedicated group taking shorter excursions at a gentle speed, so everyone can enjoy a tour at their own pace

Not included

Personal travel insurance

Transfers to or from the ship

Any excursions listed as ‘optional’

Your evenings

A concert every night, in the lounge

Our soloists, musical director and pianist travel with you. Every evening after dinner the Lounge Bar becomes the theatre.

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Welcome recital on the first night

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Songs from Gilbert & Sullivan, opera and musical theatre through the week

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Optional choir rehearsals during the week

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A farewell performance with our soloists and choir on the last night

The Ship

Loire Princesse

The MS Loire Princesse is a distinctive paddle ship, specially built to navigate the Loire — France’s last wild river — and the only passenger cruise vessel capable of sailing its waters. Carrying just 70 guests, it offers a premium, intimate cruising experience.

The ship is arranged across two decks, with stylish cabins on both the Top Deck and Bottom Deck. Top Deck cabins feature private terraces — perfect for sitting and watching the river drift past. All cabins include full en-suite shower rooms, satellite TV, telephone, mini safe and personal air-conditioning and heating.

Onboard you’ll find a panoramic Lounge Bar, where pre-dinner cocktails and evening entertainment take place, and the Restaurant on the Bottom Deck, where all meals are served.

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