Cycling in France - Loire Valley

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This is an excellent trip with a very varied program- chateaux, wine tasting, making éclairs. There was always enough time to visit the chateaux and the highlight for me was the picnic at the vineyard- delicious food and wine. The leader was excellent being both informative and approachable. He was able to navigate the demands of all the group well. The cycling was brilliant of course. The rides were exactly as described unless improvements had been made

Helen | Traveled in July

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Tours, France

France

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Highlights

Chateau de Villandry, Chenonceaux Cheverny and Chambord - Marvel at stunning gardens, Renaissance architecture, and grand chateaux surrounded by lush landscapes. Montlouis & Cherverny wine tastings - Savour the flavours of local wines, bubbly, reds, whites and rosé with guided tastings. Cycle the French countryside - Enjoy scenic rides through charming towns, ending your journey in the historic city of Blois.

Itinerary

Immerse yourself in the charm of France’s Loire Valley on the "Cycling in France - Loire Valley" tour, an 8-day easy-paced cycling adventure perfect for lovers of history, wine, and countryside beauty. Start in Tours and pedal through a landscape dotted with grand chateaux—Villandry, Chenonceaux, Chambord—each boasting lush gardens and Renaissance architecture. Along the way, sample the region’s acclaimed Vouvray and Bourgeuil wines, and discover the allure of historic towns like Amboise and Blois. With all accommodation, meals, and guided support included, this tour package’s unique highlight is its seamless blend of cycling, cultural discovery, and gastronomic delight—making it an ideal getaway for those who savor both scenic rides and French heritage.

day 1Join trip in Tours

Arrive in Tours, a vibrant and captivating city that offers a fascinating blend of history, culture, gastronomy, and natural beauty. This is our gateway to the Loire Valley's famous chateaux, vineyards and picturesque countryside. For those arriving on time, our tour leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for a short welcome meeting, then head out for an included authentic French dinner at a cosy local restaurant, a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow travellers while enjoying some traditional dishes from the region. Reaching Tours by rail is incredibly straightforward. Direct, high-speed TGV trains depart from Paris Montparnasse and arrive at Tours Centre in just over an hour. Alternatively, frequent TGV services run from Paris Montparnasse to the nearby Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station (a 70-minute journey), where you can catch a quick 5-minute local shuttle train straight into Tours Centre. If you are flying into Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport, you can bypass central Paris entirely: direct TGV trains depart from the airport's terminal station (Aeroport CDG 2 TGV) and run straight to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps in about 1 hour and 45 minutes. From London, you can take the Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord, making a quick metro or taxi transfer to Paris Montparnasse, or change at Lille Europe for a seamless connection toward Tours. If you are travelling from the UK and would like to book train travel to and from this we recommend you contact our partners International Rail. For further details see the transport section below. If you are coming from North America and flying into Paris - you can use Trainline to see the fastest routes to make your journey easier than ever. Tours is a historically rich city with deep connections to French culture. Its picturesque old town, with half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets, invites you to explore its many charming alleys, each turn revealing something new, perfect for exploring on foot if you arrive ahead of the meeting time today.

Meals

Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel des Chateaux de la Loire

day 2Cycle a section of the 'Loire a Velo' long distance cycle route

day 3Cycle to Amboise with Montlouis wine tasting en route

day 4Rest day in Amboise or cycle to Chenonceaux

day 5Cycle from Amboise to Blois

day 6Circular ride to Chateau of Cheverny with winetasting

day 7Circular ride to the Chateau of Chambord

day 8Trip ends in Blois

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel des Chateaux de la Loire (2 nights)Hotel Chaptal (2 nights)Ibis Styles Blois Centre Gare (3 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner

Transport

Bus

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Bicycle

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