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Loire Classic Bike Tour 4 Nights

The valleys of the Loire, Cher and Indre rivers are a harmonious combination of non navigated rivers, rich vineyards and vast forests. Discover the landscapes, unspoiled nature, beautiful gardens and breathtaking castles of the Loire Valley on your bike. The terrain is wonderful for bicycle riding - mostly flat to rolling - and is filled with rivers, trees, and colors. On this bike tour, you will explore the area between Amboise and Blois including Chambord & Chenonceau. (see our videos) You will have the opportunity to visit Amboise, Blois, and Cheverny castles among others. Our selected hotels and the local restaurants will spoil you with regional gastronomic food and local wines. For many visitors, the Loire Valley conjures images from the fairy tales of childhood. Read more

This tour was known as our Tour Chambord when we were selected by National Geographic Adventure as one of the Best Outfitter on Earth! (2007). Blog Articles about the Loire Region:

Loire Valley Wine | 5 Things You Didn't Know About the Loire | 5 Foods to Try in the Loire Region | 3 Must Visit Towns in the Loire | 5 Reaons to Cycle in the Loire Valley!

Tour Details


Maps & Profiles

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LOIRE_4N_Loop Amboise Chenonceau long

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Tour Map


Total Distance: 120 km


Total Uphill: 596 m


Total Downhill: 581 m


Level: 2

Itinerary

Click on a day to see that days itinerary.

DAY 1 DAY 2

Day 2 Amboise to Chenonceaux and return.A short and moderately flat ride will take you through the forests and alleys of the Amboise countryside passing by the Parc Mini Chateaux (great for kids) and then dropping down to the fabulous Chenonceau castle that must be discovered with plenty of time to visit. Chenonceau, erected by Henry II in the XVIth century over the Cher river and improved by Catherine de Medici. The castle hides several pieces of historical interest, furniture and tapestries. Ride back to Amboise for a moderate trip of 30 or 50km. (B)

Hotel La Breche

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Amboise

At a distance of 500 yards from the town center in the shadow in the raised garden, this residence d...

DAY 3

Day 3 Ride to Blois. Depart from Amboise and ride through many small villages, stopping at privately owned chateaux on the way. For lunch, why not stop at the famous Gardens festival and Chateau of Chaumont for a picnic followed by a visit! Then you will either go on a short and quiet ride to Blois or choose the longer option riding through sunflower fields and deep countryside of the area to visit more chateaux such as Fougeres and Beauregard. 44/68 km options. (B) Read about chateaux on this trip (B)

Mercure Blois Centre

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Blois

The hotel Mercure Blois Centre, completely renovated, is located in the heart of the chateaux of the...

DAY 4

Day 4 Chambord and Blois. Today, you will again have 2 ride options. The short option takes you to the famous Chambord, where you can enjoy the magnificent architecture and unique features. Then you can enjoy a chocolate tasting in a chocolate factory in a nearby charming village before heading back to Blois with a stop at the Chateau de Villesavin. On the longer option, after Chambord, you will continue south to the Chateaux of Cheverny, Troussay and Beauregard. Those are easy rides on flat terrain, just enjoy the scenery imagining how and why the kings chose this area as their vacation place! Ride distance is 49km Chambord roundtrip, with Cheverny count 63 km. (B)

Mercure Blois Centre

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Blois

The hotel Mercure Blois Centre, completely renovated, is located in the heart of the chateaux of the...

DAY 5

Day 5 is departure day, you can take your time getting started in the morning to have breakfast and depart at your leisure from Blois by train for Paris or other destination. (B)


General Tour Information

Loire Classic 4 Night Cycling Tour
4 Nights / 5 Days

Dates - This tour can depart any day, subject to hotel availability. April through October.

Level - Average riding 45 km/day.
Level: 2 moderate riding over flat to rolling terrain. (2)

Details - Arrival city is Amboise, which accessible via train from Paris to St Pierre des Corps. 1hour by TGV. Departure from Blois with direct trains to Paris. (1hr 45)
This trip is 3 days of bicycling, arrival and departure days are not riding days.

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What is self-guided touring?

Misc Info - Triples and larger rooms are occasionally available, advance booking recommended.

Optional Services:

Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris day tours, Lido shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices subject to change based upon currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.

What's Included

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The Trip Includes
 all lodging consisting of 4 nights in charming 2 & 3 star hotels(standard version); all breakfast, dinner on the first day, daily bag transfer, arrival orientation, road book with detailed maps and directions, GPS - 1 per 2 persons, site/visit information, emergency support. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, trains, and more.

To learn more about the road books and GPS units we included, visit this link: GPS & Road Book Details

For hotels included in this tour, please see the Itinerary tab; each hotel is shown for each day.

UPGRADE: an upgraded hotel version is available for supplement (see price tab); the hotels on this version are: Le Choiseul in deluxe room, and Mercure Blois in Privilege room.

BASIC Hotel version - 2 star hotels: Hotel la Breche, Hotel de France et de Guise. see price in the Price tab.
Additional Night Amboise: TBD - please inquire

Tour Rates

Price

- Upgraded Deluxe 3&4 star hotels

Double Occupancy

987 €/person

Additional Night Amboise: please inquire

- Standard 2&3 stars hotels

Double Occupancy

728 €/person

Solo Supplement

359 €

Triple Occupancy

623 €/person

Single supplements with 2 or more travelers: 142 €

- Basic 2 star hotels

Double Occupancy

673 €/person

Triple Occupancy

598 €/person

***Bike Rentals are available for a supplement of 95 euros, please see the Bike Rental tab for all details about the bikes we offer.

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Photos & Videos

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Bike Info

Bike Rentals:
bike rental discover france cycling tours Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrid rentals - the best rental bike available in the region!
Bike Equipment: Scott Sportster P3/P4 or P40 hybrid; see details on this page including a virtual photo tour, specs and all information.

Rental Rate: 95 euros/bike for the duration of the tour. This includes all the gear shown as well as bike delivery, set up, and bike return. Every bike is given an inspection by our mechanics in the bike shop before they go out again. Pedals with or without straps available. Clients can bring their own Clipless pedals to be changed over.



Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrids; see link for full details and picture. Helmets and add on materials included in the rental rate of 95 euros.



You are important to us; so we make you thoroughly prepared and include:
Pre-trip travel documents: you will receive extensive information as a customer prior to your departure, see below. Upon confirmation of your tour we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists, cell phone rental, travel insurance, and more!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, a packing list, regional information about sites, culture, regional specialities, important towns and historical sites, general France travel information, bike travel tips, vouchers, train travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!

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