We offer excursions to the castle of CLOS LUCE, the castle of AMBOISE and a visit of ORLEANS old town on Thursday May 25th in the afternoon. These 3 excursions will be guided tours in English. They are available for an additional fee (10€ for Orléans old town or 30€ for Amboise visits - per person) to be paid separately. These fees are fully inclusive and include tax and bus transportation.
These 3 options are exclusive. You have to choose between the 3 options below
Online registrations for the excursions will be proposed during the registration to the conference.
Option 1: VISIT OF CHATEAU OF CLOS LUCE, LEONARDO'S LIFE + VISIT OF AN ART GLASSWORK
During the middle age (1214 – 1417) the domain belongs to the Amboise family. This pink bricks and freestone domain, built over gallo-roman foundations, begins under the reign of Louis XI, in 1471. The place is bought by Charles VIII in 1490 to become the summer residence of the kings of France. At the end of the XVII century, the Château du Cloux is named Château du Clos Lucé. It’s recovered by the Amboise Family who saves it from destruction during the revolution. In 1516, Leonardo da Vinci leaves Italy and heads for the Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise after being invited by the king of France. From his home Tuscany to his death at the Clos Lucé on May the 2nd 1519, Leonardo has tried to unveil the secrets of nature and physics, which are the basis of his work. The Château du Clos Lucé, bearing the mark left by the Master, has a mission of giving an overview of the work of Leonardo to the general public.
(https://www.vinci-closluce.com/)
Schedule
- 1 pm Departure from Conference site
- 3 pm Visit of the art glasswork gallery of Patrick Lepage
- 5 pm Visit of the castle of "Clos Lucé"
- 8 pm Arrival back at Conference site
The 30 € registration includes a visit of the Castle "Clos Lucé" with an English speaking guide, a visit of the art glasswork of Patrick Lepage and bus transportation.
Option 2: VISIT OF CHATEAU ROYAL OF AMBOISE + VISIT OF AN ART GLASSWORK
Amboise royal castle, architectural jewel of the Renaissance, overhangs the Loire, a UNESCO World heritage river. A place of residence for French kings from the 15th to the 19th centuries, its destiny is inextricably linked to the history of France. Numerous literary figures and artists were invited here, like Leonardo da Vinci whose tomb is preserved at the château. This royal château is thus the expression of French-style luxury.
(https://www.chateau-amboise.com/)
Schedule
- 1 pm Departure from Conference site
- 3 pm Visit of the art glasswork gallery of Patrick Lepage
- 5 pm Visit of the castle of Amboise
- 8 pm Arrival back at Conference site
The 30 € registration includes a visit of the Royal Castle of Amboise with an English speaking guide, a visit of the art glasswork of Patrick Lepage and bus transportation.
Option 3: VISIT OF OLD ORLEANS - GUIDED TOUR
Orleans enjoys a rich historical, cultural and architectural heritage in both Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles. Set on the banks of the Loire River, the city falls within the area of the Loire Valley classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visit will take you in the old town during 2h30: visit of the Groslot private mansion. The former town hall has welcomed a host of historical figures – Sainte-Croix Cathedral, a grand old dame standing 114 meters tall. Orleans Cathedral has a unique charm and 10 stained-glass windows recounting the life of Joan of Arc - The 19th century equestrian statue on Place du Martroi, depicting the national heroine – the quays of the Loire river …..
(https://www.tourisme-orleansmetropole.com/)
Schedule
Visit of Orléans old town
Duration 1h30
Rendez-vous at 2 pm with your English-speaking guide in front of the Sainte-Croix cathedral in Orléans
The 10 € registration includes a visit of ORLEANS old town with an English speaking guide.
