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Castles of Loire – Familytour

Cycling like in a Fairy Tale

The Garden of France

The Loire Valley, also known as “garden of France”, is a charming land of vineyards, flowers and rolling green hills, which will enchant you and your family with its more than two hundred castles and luxuriant natural landscapes. It will be like riding in a fairy tale, in a picturesque countryside dotted with romantic châteaux, providing regular interludes to the cycling. While you marvel at this medieval splendour, don’t forget to try the region’s sumptuous cuisine and famous wines, for a true royal holiday experience!

Dates 2024:

Arrival: Saturday
Duration: 7 Days

Dates: May 04. – Sept 07.

Hotels with swimming pool

1st Day: Blois

Individual arrival in Blois and first night.

2nd Day: Blois – Amboise (45 km)

We saddle up for the start of a magical ride that today takes us along the River Loire as far as Amboise. Steeped in history, the atmospheric market town is celebrated for its château and the Clos-Lucé manor, where Leonardo lived for three years (and died) and where some of his remarkable inventions are on display. The 19th-century turtle fountain (topped by a teddy bear figure), the Clock Tower and the 7-level Chinese Pagoda all add to the town’s interest.

3rd Day: Amboise – Chenoncheaux (35 km)

We start the day cycling through the magnificent Forest of Amboise and into fields of wheat and barley. Our destination is the Château de Chenonceaux, its gardens fabulously landscaped against the meandering River Cher. What better way to enjoy today’s exploration through verdant landscapes than astride our twowheeled steeds. Expect some ups and downs shortly before Chenoncheaux (it is always possible to return by train).

4th Day: Amboise – Chitenay (45 km)

Fields of wheat and poppy meadows scattered with centennial oaks: welcome to the fertile farmlands of Touraine. The scenery is dotted with delightful hamlets such as Fougères and Vallières-les-Grandes, and towered by majestic castles – among them Fougères-sur-Biévre – all awaiting your discovery. The picturesque route takes us largely along quiet roads and the only challenging climb is a 1km stretch right at the start.

5th Day: Chitenay – Blois (30 km)

An easy ride takes you from Chitenay to charming Cellettes, a commune bathed by the placid River Beuvron, for a visit to the Renaissance Château de Beauregard. After traversing the enchanting Forest of Roussy, we come to the Loire and the town of Blois, which welcomes you with its elegant bridge, monuments, works of art and narrow alleyways tangled around its castle.

6th Day: Blois – Chambord – Blois (40 km)

Today’s stage leads us to one of the most famous and majestic of all Loire castles: Chambord. Leaving the hotel, we head for Saint-Dyé-sur-Loire, an ancient hamlet perched on the river. From here we continue southwards into the heart of the countryside until we reach the castle’s surrounding forest.

7th Day: Blois

Individual departure after breakfast.

YOUR ACCOMMODATION:

We personally choose all the hotels mindful of your comfort as well as the proximity to cycling paths and any relevant local sites. You will be accommodated in 3/4* hotels with swimming pool.All rooms have en suite facilities.

Please note, that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection depends on availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.

You will receive the accommodation you have actually booked with the list of hotels and the travel documents (after the booking confirmation at the earliest).

YOUR BICYCLES:

27-speed unisex Shimano Deore
9-speed E-Bikes Shimano

aluminium frame
mudguard
rear rack
comfort gel saddle
anti-puncture Schwalbe tyres
ergonomic bicycle grips
Speed Lifter system
1 cycle computer
1 Ortlieb one-sided saddlebag
1 front bar bag per room
1 repair kit per room: 1 spare inner tube, glue, patch, a pump, 2 allen keys and tyre levers
1 combination bike lock

Please note: At the moment of booking you can also rent helmets against surcharge, suitable for head circumferences from 54 to 61. All helmets have a certification mark according to the DIN EN 1078 (CE) European norm.

ARRIVAL INFORMATION:

Parking

at the arrival hotel or in public parking areas – details will follow within the travel documents after booking

Train station

Station: Gare de Blois

Airport

Next airport: Tours (TUF) or Paris (CDG)

6 nights hotel accommodation incl. breakfast
App including maps, roadbook, points of interest and GPS tracks
Digital tour information
Luggage transportation
Hotline service
Hotel taxes

Double room	750,-
Single room	upon request
3.person in triple room/ 0-5 years (babycot payable on site)	free of charge
3.person in triple room/ 6-12 years	320,-
3.person in triple room/ 13-15 years	450,-
3.person in triple room/ 16-99 years	580,-

_{prices in EUR/person}

Additional bookable

Rental bikes
Touringbike	110,-
E-Bike	270,-
20″/24″ child bike	100,-
20″ with follow-me tandem	100,-
parent-kid-tandem	200,-
trailer (max.35kg until 4 years)	85,-
child seat (max.22kg)	gratis
rental helmet (size 58-61cm)	15,-