6 days tour
Cycling The Unesco Loire Valley
Meals
All breakfasts are included The Loire prides itself on itโs cuisine. It is refined country cooking, not heavy but rich in flavours and textures, drawing on the great garden of the Loire valley. Fruit and vegetables abound. Asparagus, artichokes, button mushrooms, cherries and strawberries from the Loire are transported to kitchens throughout France, which demonstrates the quality of the produce. These all provide delicious accompaniments to the duck, venison and wild boar dishes (all hunted locally) and served in sauces using wines from the local vineyards. Fish also features in abundance. With three wide, gently flowing rivers passing through the region, freshwater fish appear on most menus. โSandreโ (pikeperch) and breme (bream) are especially popular and are usually served in a beurre blanc sauce - made with shallots, butter, dry white wine and vinegar. The majority of the cheese found in the region is goatโs cheese. We suggest trying Selles-sur-Cher from the neighbouring Blesois region. Desserts are often based on the fruit from the local orchards. They include โtarte tatinโ, a yummy caramelised upside-down apple pie - the invention of two absent-minded sisters in their attempt to salvage a dessert they had dropped on the floor. The Loire is undoubtedly one of Europeโs finest wine producing regions with many of the separate wine areas producing red, white, rose and sparkling wines. Distinctive whites include Sancerre, Pouilly-Fume, Vouvray and Muscadet; for reds, try Chinin, Bourgueil and Saumur. Anjou is by far the most popular rose.
Others
Route directions and maps Transfers for Flight inclusive Local bike hire
Accommodation
ARTIST HOTEL, TOURSThe contemporary design of the hotel, with many references to the 7th Art, exudes a cosy and relaxing atmosphere. An artistic way of life, but with all the comfort, perfect to enjoy a relaxing city break: queen size beds, air conditioning, fitness room and a lounge bar. Each morning, a delicious breakfast buffet is served from 6.30 am to better meet the expectations of our business clientele or early bird.Extra nights: Please contact us for details. HOTEL BIENCOURT, AZAY LE RIDEAUThis hotel is divided into 2 buildings from the 18th-century, a former school, from Napoleon III period. Each room has modern dรฉcor and views of the city or of the flowered patio. They are equipped with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The property offers organic bed linen which comes from the fair-trade market. A buffet breakfast is served daily in the dining room or on the terrace and it is made with the products coming from the local producers. Many restaurants are situated nearby. HOTEL DIDEROT, CHINONThis hotel from the 17th Century offers a calm elegance in the charming city of Chinon. The Hรดtel Diderot, with its courtyard garden and white limestone walls, is a 12-minute walk from Chinon Royal Fortress. Guest rooms are all individually decorated and have private en suite bathrooms with a bath or shower and a toilet. A French breakfast is served next to the 15th-century fireplace in the breakfast room, or it is served on the terrace during the summer. HOTEL LE LONDRES, SAUMURThe Hรดtel Le Londres, Saumur is located in the heart of the historic town of Saumur. This 19th-century building offers stylish individually decorated and furnished rooms with floor to ceiling windows. Each soundproofed room has facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom. A buffet breakfast is offer daily in the breakfast lounge. Home-made cakes are cooked for guests on weekends and tea is available all day, every day. HOTEL DE FRFANCE, ANGERSHรดtel De France is located opposite Angers-St Laud TGV Train Station, close to the city centre and the medieval Chรขteau dโAngers. Rooms are beautifully furnished and equipped with modern facilities. You can enjoy a hot buffet breakfast at the Hรดtel De France in the dining area or have breakfast served in your room from 07:00 to 11:00. The friendly and attentive staff at the Hรดtel De France will be happy to help you plan your stay in Angers 24-hours a day.Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
Not included:
Guide
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There may be others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organised together. The routes directions contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in emergencies, the local agent is normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.
Insurance
Travel Insurance is not included
Flights
International flights are not included
Transport
Your luggage will be transported between the hotels by our local representative. They are often able to dispatch a taxi should you need it, but may wish to charge you for this service. You will be pedaling under your own steam but the emergency number for our local operator is in the trip notes if you need assistance.
Others
โ Travel insurance โ Visas and vaccinations โ Single accommodation (available on request, compulsory supplement) โ Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date) โ Transfers for Land only (available on request at additional cost)
Optional
Other activities and services are not included
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Itinerary of your trip Cycling The Unesco Loire Valley
- Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Tours
Day 1: Arrival In Tours
- Day 2 Day 2: Tours To Azay Le Rideau (Breakfast)
Day 2: Tours To Azay Le Rideau (Breakfast)
- Day 3 Day 3: Azay Le Rideau To Chinon (Breakfast)
Day 3: Azay Le Rideau To Chinon (Breakfast)
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Average
There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโre not sure this applies to you.
Age range
Min: 12 / Max: 80
Age range allowed for this experience.
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