Cycling holidays in The Loire

Garden of France Cycling Holiday

Pretty villages and enchanting châteaux

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Princely mansions stand next to picturesque farm houses, fields of sunflowers merge with the uniform rows of vineyards. There is ample opportunity for tasting some of the local wines. The grade is easy with few climbs.

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Guide Price

£899

Prices per person (based on two sharing).

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Garden of France Cycling Holiday

 

The Loire

Optional Extras

Add additional nights at Cour Cheverny, Chambord or Amboise to make this an eight night holiday -on Day 4 cycle along quiet forest tracks to Cour Cheverny. Day 5 Head for Chambord and your hotel situated 800 metres from the beautiful Château.

Route Map

Rail Travel

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

Return: Transfer to Montrichard 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 Bourré
    • Your first night is spent at the lovely Château de Vallagon in the small village of Bourré on the outskirts of Montrichard. Enjoy exploring the hotel grounds and take time for a dip in the pool. The menu is concocted from locally sourced food – including mushrooms from the nearby Cave des Rôches in Bourré
  • Day 2 Chenonceaux to St. Aignan - 24 miles (38.4km)
    • Follow the Cher River past troglodyte homes. Or rise onto the Touraine plateau to the magical Château de Gué Péan.
  • Day 3 Day trip from St. Aignan - 30 miles (48km)
    • Today you could visit the nearby Zooparc de Beauval. Or cycle to Valencay with its motor museum and grand château.
  • Day 4 St Aignan to Chitenay - 25 miles (40km)
    • Head north through forests to Cheverny, perhaps visit the Château before the final short ride to Chitenay to stay two nights at one of our favourite hotels, the lovely Auberge du Centre.
  • Day 5 Day trip from Chitenay - 20 miles (32km)
    • Several great options: you can cycle to Chaumont to visit the International Garden Festival. Or cycle to Blois, which has a Royal palace open to the public.
  • Day 6 Chitenay to Chenonceaux/Montrichard - 30 miles (48km)
    • Today your journey back to our base passes through colourful flower-decked villages, interspersed with orchards and vineyards with a chance to explore Château de Chenonceau.
 

Garden of France Location & Route

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Hotels you will be staying at:

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  • Hotel - Grand Hotel

    • This ancient converted tannery is steeped with history and offers quality 2 star accomodation. The hotel is situated at the bottom of the attractive town St Aignan and overlooks the river Cher

      Hotel Facilities

      • Fully equipped ensuite rooms.
      • Relaxing interieur garden.
      • Traditional local cuisine or family menu.

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  • Hotel - Auberge Du Centre - Chitenay

    • A family-run hotel right in the centre of Chitenay, a charming sleepy little village surrounded by great cycling routes. This is a great base from which to explore a number of chateaux with easy, quiet country lanes leading in all directions from the hotel.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Pleasant, easy cycle routes on the doorstep.
      • Pretty, tranquil village location.
      • Attractive garden terrace for al fresco dining.
      • Friendly staff, great for families.

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  • Hotel - Hotel St Hubert Cour Cheverny

    • You are sure to receive a warm welcome by the owners Monsieur and Madame Tisserand in this charming and comfortable hotel situated at the entrance of the village Cheverny.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Fully equipped rooms with a choice of shower of bath.
      • Wi-Fi connection.
      • Restaurant offering regional cuisine.
      • Restaurant with covered terrace.

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  • Hotel - Grand St Michel - Chambord

    • You are sure to receive a warm welcome from your hosts - this charming hotel was originally the hunting lodge for the wonderful Chaumont chateau.

      Hotel Facilities

      • Wonderful location close to the beautiful chateau.
      • Riverside restaurant.
      • Comfortable rooms all with en suite facilities.
      • Excellent food.
      • Warm and friendly welcome.

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  • Hotel - Château de Vallagon

    • The romantic Château de Vallagon is a three star hotel with gourmet restaurant, where all clients can enjoy the authentic French kitchen.

      Hotel Facilities

      • The 12 rooms and suites are spacious and comfortable and the environment is breathtaking. The castle is surrounded by a park with among others an orchard with fruit- and nut trees and a 160 year old greenhouse, in which vegetables and herbs for the castle’'s kitchen are grown.

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Garden of France Prices & Book

Own Travel

£899 Prices per person (based on two sharing).

Rail Inclusive

£1125 Prices per person (based on two sharing).

Ferry Inclusive

£952 Prices per person (based on two sharing).

 

High season (14 July - 1 September) add £5 per night. 8 night option add £220 per person. Starting days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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