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TOUR CODE:
GLB
Explore the gardens and chateaux of the Loire Valley at
handlebar level
Known throughout Europe as the 'Garden of France', the Loire Valley with its
royal heritage is home to numerous botanical wonders. From the chateau
of Chenonceaux where the rival gardens of Diane de Poitiers and Catherine
de Medici are proudly displayed, to the magnificent Renaissance gardens of
Villandry and many more in between, this cycle tour is designed to inspire
gardening and cycling enthusiasts. Whilst the focus is on the gardens the
many other attractions of the area complement the experience, including
the Sunday markets in Amboise, the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci at Close
de Luce and the vineyards of Montlouis known for their sweet white wines.
Gardens of the Loire by Bike
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Blois
2 |
Cycle via the chateau and gardens
of Chaumont to Amboise (42km)
3 |
Round cycle to Chenonceaux (41km
+ optional 8km)
4 |
Circular cycle to the Italian inspired Chateau de Valmer
(40km)
5 |
Cycle to Tours via the vineyards of Montlouis and the Chateau
de la Bourdaisiere (27/35km)
6 |
Round cycle from Tours to the gardens of
Villandry (39km)
7 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
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6 breakfasts, 6 dinners
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6 nights in 2 star hotels on a twin
share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to 3 star hotels ‑ supplement applies)
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luggage transfer
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information pack including route notes, maps and tourist
information per room
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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
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emergency hotline
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HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
RL5
Centre based cycle and walking trip exploring the Loire
valley countryside from the comfort of a chateau hotel
Based in a chateau hotel in the small town of Cheverny 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. With notes for
both walking and cycling excursions, you can choose how to spend your days.
Royal Loire Cycle
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Cheverny
2-4 |
Daily self guided cycle
excursions of 46-51km and walking excursions of 12-13km to the
neighbouring chateaux, vineyards and forests
5 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
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4 breakfasts, 4 dinners
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4 nights in a 4 star chateau hotel
in orchard room on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to room in
chateau ‑ supplement applies)
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information pack including route notes, maps
and tourist information per room
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21 speed mens or ladies bike (electric bike
available ‑ supplement applies) equipped with two panniers, helmet, anti‑theft
device, bike computer, map holder and repair kit
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emergency hotline
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While the focus is on the gardens many
other attractions complement the experience,
including the Sunday markets in Amboise,
da Vinci's inventions at Close de Luce and
the vineyards of Montlouis.
While the focus is on the gardens many
other attractions complement the experience,
including the Sunday markets in Amboise,
da Vinci's inventions at
Close de Luce and the
vineyards of Montlouis.
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DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct
Joining Blois
DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct
Joining Cheverny
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