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Loire Valley Classic - Villandry to Chambord Castle Tour
DURATION 8 days/7 nights
PRICE FROM 1895 €
COLLECTION
Cycling - Standard
DIFFICULTY
CATEGORY
Highlights
This extended bike tour travels around all the famous and breath-taking Loire Valley Castles. You will start in Villandry and its beautiful gardens, then continue on exploring the countryside between the Chambord Castle and Blois. You will have the opportunity to visit the picturesque city of Amboise, and Chenonceau, Usse and Chambord Castles among others. Not to mention tasting some Vouvray wine, also among others. The 247 km bike tour includes several options to choose from according to your wish and cycling level.
To
see
- Beaulieu castle in Joue-les-Tours
- Villandry and Azay le Rideau castle
- Usse castle
- Vouvray wine and Amboise castle
- Chenonceau castle
- The famous Gardens festival and Chaumont castle
- Chambord castle
- Cheverny, Troussay and Beauregard castles
- Villesavin castle
Gastronomy
Fricassee of snails with Sancerre, the Crottin of Chavignol, the Valencay, 1550 chicken with saffron, the Blois orchard, the rillette, the cremet d'Anjou, the caramandes, the tuffline
Wine
Muscadet, Pouilly Fume, Sancerre, the light red Saumur, Bourgueil, Chinon
Feedbacks
We will definitely recommend your company. Your emails, descriptions, packet of information, accommodations and routes were, in general, well chosen and provided us with a fabulous trip through the farmlands, vineyards, chateaus and villages. Th ... ank you!
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Overall the trip was wonderful; we enjoyed the sites as well as the cycling. And, as ever, the food was amazing! The accommodation was wonderful. We will definitely use Discover France in our future trips.
We are having a terrific time. Bikes working out great. All the hotels including our room and included meals have been so much more than expected. We are so tired after our long day but our accommodations bring us back to “life”. We are alread ... y talking about our next trip with DF. Thank you for all your hard work.
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My wife and I went on a self guided tour along the Loire Valley and it was all exceptional, starting with bikes offered, concierge assistance during our 7 days, help dealing with some emergency situation that was quickly and pleasantly solved by ... Discover France's team, etc. Hotel selection, GPS app, suggestions and bike equipment was top. We would gladly repeat it in the coming years.
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We're home now and had a great trip. We were very happy with Discover France and your service providers. The main office (you) were very responsive, as was the help line when our last hotel (Novotel Blois) was confused about the bike return proc ... edure. All the hotels were lovely, and very welcoming to bike travelers. The bikes were excellent, and the orientation was very thorough. . We'd be happy to use DF again in the future, and to recommend it.
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PROGRAM
Arrival in Joué-lès-Tours
From Tours to Azay-le-Rideau
From Azay-le-Rideau to Luynes
From Luynes to Amboise via Vouvray
From Amboise LOOP to Chenonceau
From Amboise to Blois
From Blois LOOP to Chambord
Departure from Blois
CUSTOMIZED
TOUR
This is a catalog tour, it can be modified as you wish : add extra nights, extra activities (wine tastings, visits, transfers...).
ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES
Arrival city is Tours/Joue les Tours : accessible via train from Paris to St Pierre des Corps
Then taxi to your hotel on your own
(around 1h by TGV)
Depart from Blois to Paris
(around 1h30)
BIKES
included
Hybrid Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
The SCOTT SUB SPORT 20 (or equivalent) features a sporty "trekking" geometry that suits trips of all distances. Equipped with a Shimano 27 speed transmission and integrated front and rear lights, this bike is begging to go on an adventure.
Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your stuff during your ride.
Included with your bike rental :
- Helmet
- Lock
- Hand pump
- 2 spare tubes
- Rear pannier
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 1 souvenir water bottle
- Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Electric Assisted Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
The SCOTT SUB TOUR ELECTRIC-RIDE 30 unisex (or equivalent)
All the fun of cycling in an electric version. The SCOTT Sub Tour eRide 30 will assist you in all your rides in town or in the countryside thanks to its 500 Wh Bosch battery.
Available sizes : XXS, XS, S, M, L
Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your staff during your ride.
Included with your bike rental :
- Helmet
- Lock
- Hand pump
- 2 spare tubes
- Rear pannier
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 1 souvenir water bottle
- Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Road Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
The SCOTT ROAD BIKE ADDICT 30 Disc (Standard) (or equivalent)
With a new geometry that focuses more on endurance. The SCOTT ADDICT 30 Disc will become your preferred choice for long distance travel.
Available sizes : XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Front pannier containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump
- Rear pannier
- Helmet
- Odometer
- Lock
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Road Bike - Excellence
More infoBike rental description :
PINARELLO Pinarello X3 - 105/Di2 (Excellence) (or equivalent)
Equipped with a Shimano 105 Di2 12 speed drivetrain and a brand new carbon frame, the Pinarello X3 is designed to go the distance thanks to its ability to filter vibrations and absorb the shocks present on your next road.
Sizes available: XXS,XS,S, M, L, XL,XXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Front pannier containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump.
- Helmet
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Road Bike - Premium
More infoBike rental description :
TREK Emonda SLR 7 (Premium) (or equivalent)
The all-new TREK Emonda SLR 7 is the lightest model of the American Brand. Equipped with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 transmission, the gear shift is faster and more precise.
Available sizes : XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Front pannier containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump
- Helmet
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Gravel Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
SCOTT Speedster Gravel 30 (Standard) (or equivalent)
A talented and versatile gravel road bike. Designed to go the distance, explore the roads less traveled or speed up your daily commute. It's high enough for long-distance comfort and forward-leaning enough for speed.
Available sizes :XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Helmet
- Bottles (2)
- Front bag (S)
- Rear saddlebag (L)
- Computer
- Padlock
- Patch Kit (tire levers, spare tubes, multi-tool, patches, pump)
- Pedals : flat, cages or own available
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
Details
Included
ACCOMODATIONS
- 7 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
MEALS
-Daily breakfast at each hotel, 4 dinners included (2 dinners are included in the basic version)
BIKES
- Hybrid bike rental included
GEAR
- Complimentary Discover France Gear (including water bottle, drawstring bag)
- Guidance Application (phone not provided)
SUPPORT
- Orientation in person with our local guide
- Detailed Road Book, including detailed maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
- Comprehensive trip literature
- Technical and emergency support available at all times
- Concierge service available to assist you for your requests during your trip (taxi transfer, restaurant, activities...)
TRANSFER
- All luggage transfers
Not included
- 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
- Multirisk travel insurance
Rates
Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date
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