Chateaux and Castles: Chenonceau, Azay-le-Rideau & Villandry
France
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
221 km (~37km per day)
Leisure
Mostly flat
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Do you wish to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city to cycle along quiet, country roads at your own pace?
If so, this tour was designed with you in mind! We invite you to explore the sights and sounds of the Loire River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its bevy of romantic chateaux.
You’ll follow the Loire River and several of its beautiful tributaries, namely the Cher and the Indre. Along the way, you'll visit Villandry and its spectacular gardens, the magnificent floating castle of Azay-le-Rideau, and Chenonceau, the “castle of love.” All of them have played a role in the history of France, for varying reasons you’ll have to discover on your own! The short stages featured on this tour involve cycling over mostly flat terrain, so riders of all skill levels can comfortably experience the entrancing Loire Valley. Castles are the main draw, but it’s a perfect itinerary to visit prestigious vineyards, explore cave life and unwind in the countryside.
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Departure(s)
Starts any day from mid April to mid October
Single Supplement
Available
Inclusions
- 7 nights' accommodation in 2- and 3-star properties
- Daily breakfast
- Meeting with our local representative
- Luggage transfers
- Wine cellar visit & tasting on Day 2
- Marked maps and/or cue sheets and route notes
- Pre-loaded GPS unit (subject to availability)
- Tourist information
- Assistance if necessary (you will be provided with our local rep's cell/mobile number)
- All tax and service charges
Exclusions
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Travel insurance
- Bicycle rentals
- Shoulder and high season supplements
Options
- Accommodation upgrade
- Bicycle rentals
- Adult hybrid bikes
- E-bikes
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