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Loire Valley Wine Tour
DURATION 7 days/6 nights
PRICE FROM 1675 €
COLLECTION
Cycling - Standard
DIFFICULTY
CATEGORY
Highlights
You discover a large selection of Loire wine on this trip. From Chinon red wine to bubbly Vouvray wine. White and rosé wine from Montlouis, Azay le Rideau, Saumur Champigny, etc. There is a whole variety of wine, and over 85 appellations that are united under the banner of Wines of the Loire. Each have their own characteristics brought out by the land they grow in. We include on this trip some of the best wine tasting in the region (see included listing below) and we offer the possibility to discover more opportunities in our road book that you will receive at your orientation meeting with a Discover France staff member. This trip combines the vineyards of the Loire Valley with the most beautiful and famous chateaus and villages of the area. Most of the itineraries are on bike paths that travel through the vineyards without a crossing car! We know it can be very frustrating to visit France and not be able to bring home your favorite wine selections to share with family and friends. Ship your wine choices home! Some of the wine tastings in this trip offer a shipping service.
During the harvest season, cellar visits and wine tasting are subject to availability and security conditions. During this period, it may be difficult to book these activities. For more information, please contact your travel consultant.
To
see
Royal Chateau of Amboise or the Clos Lucé (former home of Leonardo De Vinci), Villandry castle and gardens, fortress of Chinon, Saumur Château, Chateau de Parnay
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 thoroughly enjoyed our trip. It was often challenging but the scenery, hospitality, food, wine and friendliness of the locals made it memorable. Congratulations on your excellent arrangements - everything was very efficient and we were very ... grateful for the help you gave Eliz who had to retire with an injury towards the end of the first day. We will recommend your company to others and, who knows. perhaps we will be back for another journey ourselves.
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We are back home, out of vacation mode and already thinking about our next bike trip. Like I said though, we're very happy with our trip and the service you provided. Thank you very much for all of your help and being patient with my questions, ... it's greatly appreciated.
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Thank you so much for a wonderful trip and all your help.It was fantastic and we will definitely be recommending your company to our friends!
I am really impressed by the hotels and we have enjoyed the bike routes. The trip is well planned and we appreciate not having to worry about those details and getting to relax.
PROGRAM
Arrival in Amboise
From Amboise LOOP to Chenonceau
From Amboise to Tours via Vouvray
From Tours to Azay-le-Rideau
From Azay le rideau to Chinon
From Chinon to Saumur
Departure from Saumur
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 Amboise, which accessible via train from Paris to St Pierre des Corps. 1hour by TGV or train to Amboise 1hour 35min.
Departure from Saumur with direct trains to Paris. (2h25m)
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
- 6 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
MEALS
- Daily breakfast at each hotel, 1 dinner included
- 1 light lunch during a wine tasting
BIKES
- Hybrid bike rental included
ACTIVITIES
- 4 Wine tasting (with 3 wine tasting with possibility to ship you wine to the USA)
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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