HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
LVC
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L5C
Visit the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley at your
own pace
The Loire River was once the highway between the Atlantic and the heart of
France. Its valley was known as the 'playground of kings' ‑ a neighbourhood
of impressive chateaux and vast fortune. Travelling by bicycle is a great way
to experience this world famous valley. While pedalling at a relaxed pace,
you'll discover the best this region has to offer. We take time to soak up the
medieval charm of Blois and discover picturesque Amboise overlooked by
its impressive fortified chateau. We cycle through countryside crisscrossed
with vineyards, duck farms and orchards and the remnants of feudal
hunting forests.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Blois
2 |
Cycle to Amboise (42km)
3 |
Round
cycle through the vineyards of Montlouis and return to Amboise (31km)
4 |
Cycle through the Cher Valley to Chenonceaux (14/55km)
5 |
Pass
through vineyards to Chitenay (40km)
6 |
Round cycle to visit the Forest of
Russy and the Chateau of Beauregard, or explore the mysterious Sologne
(25/46km)
7 |
To Blois via the famous Château of Cheverny (50km)
8 |
Trip
concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
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7 breakfasts, 7 dinners
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7 nights in 2‑3 star hotels on a
twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to all 3 star hotels ‑ supplement
applies)
Ξ
luggage transfer
Ξ
information pack including route notes, maps
and tourist information per room
Ξ
21 speed mens or ladies bike (electric bike
available on request ‑ supplement applies) equipped with two panniers, helmet,
anti‑theft device, map holder, bike computer and repair kit
Ξ
emergency hotline
NOTES:
The first Saturday of each month is our group self guided departure.
Where possible we will match same gender singles on these departures.
Loire Valley Cycle
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HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
LV5
A centre based cycle trip exploring the vineyards and
chateaux of the Loire valley
Travelling by bicycle is the perfect way to explore the many sites and towns
of the renowned Loire Valley. Based in a delightful family run hotel in the
small town of Chitenay you will be provided with a bike, maps and route
notes to discover the surrounding forests, vineyards and medieval towns
and the famous chateaux of Cheverny and Chambord. In the evenings, soak
up the warm atmosphere of the hotel and garden and sample the hotel's
excellent local cuisine and wine.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Chitenay
2-4 |
Daily self guided cycle
excursions of between 14-54km to the neighbouring chateaux, vineyards
and forests
5 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
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4 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Ξ
4 nights in a 3 star hotel on a
twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Ξ
information pack including route
notes, maps and tourist information per room
Ξ
21 speed mens or ladies bike
(electric bike available on request ‑ supplement applies) equipped with two
panniers, helmet, anti‑theft device, bike computer, map holder and repair kit
Ξ
emergency hotline
NOTES:
High season is from 1 May to 30 Sep and a supplement applies.
Loire Valley Castles
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Blois
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Based in a delightful family run hotel in the
small town of Chitenay you will be provided
with a bike, maps and route notes to discover
the surrounding forests, vineyards and medieval
towns and the famous chateaux
of Cheverny and Chambord.
We cycle through countryside
crisscrossed with vineyards,
duck farms and orchards and
the remnants of feudal
hunting forests.
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DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct
GUIDED
Joining Blois
SELF GUIDED
Joining Blois
DATES 2015
Daily from 1 May to 30 Sept; Tues &
Wed in Mar, Apr & Oct
Joining Chitenay
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