Loire Valley Cycle
France
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
265 km (~44km per day)
Leisure
Mostly flat
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Cycle through the heart of the Loire Valley
The Loire River was once the highway between the Atlantic and the heart of France. Its valley was known as the 'playground of kings' - a neighbourhood of impressive chateaux and vast fortune. Travelling by bicycle is a great way to experience this world famous valley. While pedalling at a relaxed pace, you'll discover the best this region has to offer. We take time to soak up the medieval charm of Blois and discover picturesque Amboise overlooked by its impressive fortified chateau. We cycle through countryside crisscrossed with vineyards, duck farms and orchards and the remnants of feudal hunting forests.
Highlights
- Exploring the many grand Chateaux
- Experiencing the market places and rural delights of the region
- Enjoying the culinary specialties
- Sampling some of the many excellent wines in local ‘caves’
Tour Information
From
Blois
To
Blois
Cost From
Self-Guided AU$ 1950
Departure(s)
Daily from March 1 to October 31
Single Supplement
from AUD$840
Inclusions
- 7 breakfasts – breakfasts are continental style and consist of croissants, breads, jams, cheese, yoghurt, coffee, tea and juices.
- 7 nights in 2-3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to 3-4 star superior hotels or to 4 star deluxe chateau-hotels - supplement applies)
- Information pack including route notes, maps and tourist information per room + navigational App
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 piece pp, max 20kg) - excess rates apply
- 21 speed hybrid bike equipped with pannier, handlebar bag, smartphone holder and lock, plus 1 repair kit per booking (hybrid sports model and e-bike available on request - supplement applies).
- City taxes
- Emergency hotline
Exclusions
- Travel to and from Blois
- Meals not listed as included: lunch and dinner, drinks. A dinner package is available on request - supplement applies. The package is 7 dinners at the hotel, excludes drinks. Please ask your consultant
- Helmet rental is not available - please bring your own
- Travel insurance - mandatory
- Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip
- A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
- Entrance fees - an optional 'chateaux visit' package is available for a supplement which includes entrance fees. See special notes below for details
- Transfers not listed as included
- Excess luggage
- Items of a personal nature
- Solo traveller supplement - from Chateaux package (entrance fees prebooked) AUD$1070
Options
- Bike hire
- Hybrid bike (sports model) - upgrade supplement AUD$70
- E-bike supplement AUD$230
- Chateaux package (entrance fees prebooked) AUD$230
- Children
- child aged 0-2 sharing with 2 adults (standard accom) - baby seat (max 22 kg) AUD$180
- child aged 3-11 sharing with 2 adults (standard accom) AUD$1440
- child aged 12-15 sharing with 2 adults (standard accom) AUD$1620
- Accommodation upgrades
- 3-4 star hotels supplement AUD$500
- 4 star chateau-hotels supplement AUD$1200
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