Cycling holidays in The Loire

Loire en Vélo Cycling Holiday

Châteaux and vineyards

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Easy cycling along country lanes and the day trips described are just our suggestions, so you can adapt the route to suit you to enable you to visit the châteaux at Chenonceaux, Chambord and Amboise.

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Guide Price

£669

Prices per person (based on two sharing)

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Loire en Vélo Cycling Holiday

 

The Loire

Rail Travel

Outward: Depart St Pancras International station, change stations in Paris and trains at St Pierre des Corps, arrive Montrichard or Chenonceaux late afternoon. Transfer to hotel included (5 mins).

Return: Transfer to Montrichard or Chenonceaux station included (5 mins). Change trains at St Pierre des Corps and stations in Paris, arrive St Pancras International station late afternoon.

  • Day 1 Arrival Chenonceaux
    • After a warm welcome at the 2-star hotel Hostel du Roy in Chenonceaux, stroll through the village before your evening meal in the brasserie style restaurant. HB
  • Day 2 Chenonceaux to Amboise - 15 miles (24km)
    • Follow the tourist board cycle route along quiet lanes into Amboise, arriving in time for lunch at a pavement café or to visit Leonardo da Vinci’s Clos Lucé manor. Stay two nights B&B in the Hôtel Belle Vue or Hôtel le Blason. B&B
  • Day 3 Day trip from Amboise - 30 miles (48km)
    • Cross the River Loire for a circuit ride to Vouvray, famed for its white wines. Perhaps visit the Château de Valmeror wine tasting at Château Gaudrelle, our partner Vouvray vineyard. B&B
  • Day 4 Amboise to Candé - 15 miles (24km)
    • Leaving Amboise you soon take to the riverside cycle track taking you to Chaumont for lunch and perhaps visit the International Garden Festival in the Château grounds. It is just a short ride then to the Auberge de Lion d’Or at Candé for two nights half board. HB
  • Day 5 Day trip from Candé - 24 miles (38.4km)
    • Two options: you can cycle to the Château de Cheverny, with its fabulous interior décor, the inspiration for Moulinsart in the stories of Tin-Tin. Or cycle to Blois, which has a Royal palace open to the public and an interesting Museum of Magic with daily live shows. HB
  • Day 6 Candé to Chenonceaux - 30 miles (48km)
    • Today your journey back to our base passes through colourful flower-decked villages, interspersed with orchards and vineyards with time to explore Château de Chenonceau. HB
 

Loire en Vélo Location & Route

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Hotels you will be staying at:

Loire en Vélo View Hotels & Cuisine

  • Hotel - Hostel Du Roy - Chenonceaux
    • This charming hotel-restaurant, in a rustic setting full of history, is a traditional hotel with a family atmosphere.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Traditional country hotel.
      • Pretty garden terrace.
      • Ancient building dating from 1523.
      • Proud of its cuisine.
       
  • Hotel - Hotel Le Belle Vue
    • With a panoramic views across the "Cher", Le Bellevue offers you comfort and good service.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Good location close to the river.
      • Bed & breakfast only - good opportunity to sample local restaurants.
      • Friendly welcome.
       
  • Hotel - Le Lion d'Or - Cande
    • Situated in the heart of the village, Lion d'Or offers comfortable accommodation and creative traditional cuisine.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Terrace garden.
      • Tastefully decorated rooms.
      • Traditonal cuisine.
       
 

Loire en Vélo Prices & Book

Own Travel

£669 Prices per person (based on two sharing)

Rail Inclusive

£889 Prices per person (based on two sharing)

Ferry Inclusive

£705 Prices per person (based on two sharing)

 

High season (16 July - 5 September) add £30. Starting days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.

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