Embark on a memorable journey through the Loire's valleys and vineyards, stopping off at secretive chateaux, the Gothic glories of Chartres and Bourges, startling subterranean surprises and irresistible riverside towns. Cadogan's uniquely comprehensive guide regales you with tales of courtly shenanigans, saintly miracles and Gargantuan tall stories associated with this, one of Europe's richest cultural areas.