Loire Gourmet Cycle

Whilst the Loire River is well known for its impressive chateaux and picturesque landscape, the region also has a rich gastronomic tradition.

During this gourmet cycle journey there is ample opportunity to appreciate some of the regions finest restaurants while discovering by bike the many other attractions including the famous chateau of Chenonceaux, Chambord and Cheverny, the Leonardo Da Vinci Park in Amboise and the forests and vineyards of the Cher and Loire valleys.

Staying in comfortable family run hotels that are hand-picked for their local flavour and position, and cycling an average of 35kms each day, this trip represents the ultimate balance of activity and indulgence.

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Itinerary / Highlights

DAY 1 Join Blois

DAY 2 Cycle to Amboise (42km)

DAY 3 Cycle to Civray-de-Touraine (38km)

DAY 4 Cycle excursion to the chateaux of Montpoupon and Montresor (38 or 69km)

DAY 5 Cycle via the famous Chateau of Chenonceaux and the medieval town of Montrichard to Cande-sur-Beuvron (37km)

DAY 6 Cycle via the chateaux of Cheverny and Chambord to Blois (59km)

DAY 7 Trip concludes Blois

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Accommodation Details

3 nights in 3-star hotels and 3 nights in 2-star hotels on a twinshare basis with private facilities

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

Daily departures from Mar to Oct

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