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Cycling the Chateaux of the Loire - Upgraded Short

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6 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
12 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Perfect for cycling, traffic-free lanes, majestic forests, vineyards, poppies and sunflowers fields

Splendour of the 'jewel' in the Loire crown, the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau and Chambord the largest chateau in the Loire Valley

Masses of history and culture: pretty wine villages, charming towns including royal Blois, more chateaux than you could imagine

Enjoy the selected charming 4

hotel accommodations for an unforgettable journey

Itinerary

This short break, gentle and unhurried cycling holiday follows a triangular route through the heart of the great Loire Valley. Highlights include the majestic chateaux of Amboise and Chambord, and the rich Renaissance splendour of Chenonceau. You'll pass vineyards, sunflowers fields and pretty, sleepy villages, before pedalling gently along shady riverbanks and out through open countryside abundant with wildlife.

On each cycling day, you'll have the opportunity to taste dozens of different wines - stopping at big wineries or village vineyards as the mood takes you - in a wine region more varied and diverse than any other in the world.

Enjoy the sweet and peaceful 'Art de Vivre' in boutique hotels and relax with a glass of local wine by the pool.

day 1Arrival in Blois

Explore the cobbled streets, arcaded squares and impressive chateau of this pretty riverside town before dinner.You stay at Hotel Mercure

day 2Blois to Amboise

day 3Amboise to Chenonceaux

day 4Chenonceaux to Cheverny

day 5Cheverny to Blois

day 6Leave Blois

What's Included

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All continental breakfasts
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