Here is a quick trip outline and cost for 8 girlfriends planning to tour the Loire Valley in the Spring of 2011.

Three nights/ four days to explore the Loire valley & its chatreaux by mini-van with your own chauffeur/guide, and laugh in the company of seven friends.Visit over your 4 day stay 4 chateaux & grottos, take part in a cooking class in English and a wine tasting of Loire valley whites after a winery visit, walk the streets of the attractive city of Tours with the insight of your guide. Your group stays in the heart of town at a four star hotel ( alternatively opt for a chateau in the country side) , walk everywhere to dinner and explore Tours on your own at leisure.
COST: 660 euros per person ( 8 persons in the travel party)
- What is included: 3 night accommodation, 4 day transportation via a private 8 person mini-van, all entries to mentioned places & activities
- What is not included: Your meals, personal expenses, chauffeur Lunch, + tip for chauffeur
- Optional meal package available for: 1 dinner on 1st night+ 2 Lunches at 115 euros pp