7 days tour

Loire Valley Castles Deluxe

Loire Valley Castles Deluxe

This tour includes:

Guide

Local guide is included.

Meals

Daily breakfast at each hotel, 4 gastronomic dinners included at your hotel

Others

Hybrid bike rental included Orientation in person with our local guide Detailed ROAD BOOK, including details maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets 1 GPS for every 1-3 people All luggage transfers Comprehensive trip literature Technical and emergency support available at all times

Accommodation

6 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath

Transport

Bike

Not included:

Insurance

Other activities and services not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

Others

Airfare to and from the trip Lodging before and after the trip Drinks Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook.

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Itinerary of your trip Loire Valley Castles Deluxe

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Amboise
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Amboise

       From Paris, you can take the TGV to Saint Pierre des Corps and then a taxi to Amboise. Transfer on your own and settle into your hotel. Arrive in Amboise and head to your deluxe hotel just near the castle. Settle in and visit the village and sites. Amboise is a small town with much to see and do; among which is the Clos Lucรฉ (where Leonardo DaVinci lived) and the chateau. Orientation in the evening and gourmet dinner in your deluxe hotel tonight. 

  • Day 2 Day 2: Loop Ride From The Chateau De Chenonceau To The Chateau Dโ€™Amboise
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Loop Ride From The Chateau De Chenonceau To The Chateau Dโ€™Amboise

       The perfect way to get started; you have a loop tour out to the Chateau of Chenonceau and back to Amboise. Along the way you will cycle on quiet back country roads and drop into the hamlet of Chenonceau and the stunning castle, which is famously perched over the Cher River. It is here that Henri II, Catherine de Medicis and Diane de Poitiers lived their love stories. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Ride Through The Loire Valley Vineyards To Montbazon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Ride Through The Loire Valley Vineyards To Montbazon

       Start riding on a nice paved bike lane in the middle of the vineyards of Montlouis. Then you have the opportunity to visit the Chateau Bourdaisiere. Before reaching your deluxe lodging, you can first visit the Donjon of Montbazon. 

  • Day 4 Day 4: Cycle To Villandry And Azay Le Rideau Castles On To Luynes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Cycle To Villandry And Azay Le Rideau Castles On To Luynes

       You start with a nice ride through the rolling countryside to the site of the castle of Azay le Rideau (option: visit the Chateau of Villandry). Situated along the Indre River, this is one of the most classic chateaux from the Renaissance period. You will then cross the Loire river to discover the chateau of Langeais. After that you will start cycling toward Luynes with a nice and relatively long countryside ride. Arrive at the deluxe Domaine de Beauvois for the night. 

  • Day 5 Day 5: Chinon To Fontevraud Abbey To Saumur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Chinon To Fontevraud Abbey To Saumur

       Your day starts with a taxi transfer to the wine town of Chinon. Chinon is famous for its castle as well; dating back to Joan of Arc and medieval times. From Chinon, you will have a leisure ride toward the famous and historic Abbaye de Fontevraud. This double monastery dates back to the year 1110. It is still a functioning abbey and open to visitors. After your visit, continue to your hotel nearby with gourmet dinner. 

  • Day 6 Day 6: Loop Ride Around Saumur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Loop Ride Around Saumur

       Visit the town of Saumur and its chateau: the great Chateau de Saumur itself stands high above the town. The Saumur castle was originally built in the tenth century by Thibault le Tricheur, comte de Blois, as a fortified stronghold against Norman raid. The loop tour today takes you to Montreuil Bellay chateau. Return to the same hotel. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Departure Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Departure Day

       
      You can leave at your leisure after breakfast. Trains from Saumur to Tours and Paris are available. Extra nights can be arranged. 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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