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The Loire Valley could have been designed with leisurely cycling holidays in mind, not only does it offer a beautiful rolling landscape peppered with historic towns and delightful villages but it also boasts some of the country’s most famous and elegant Châteaux, all within an easy ride of each other.
Château de Chenonceaux
To top it off, the forward thinking locals have made sure that cycling here is a real pleasure by installing dedicated cycle paths wherever possible. Also, just in case further encouragement is required, bear in mind that the region produces some world class wines and is revered – in a country that takes its food pretty seriously – for the quality of its local dishes.
This trip will suit cyclists with a reasonable level of fitness. The route is pretty flat and you will average about 45km per day. The few hills you encounter along the way will be short and gradual.
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Our Châteaux Visit package supplement includes entry to Château Chaumont-sur-Loire and garden festival
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Our Châteaux Visit package supplement includes entry to the Leonardo da Vinci Park in Amboise.
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Our Châteaux Visit package supplement includes entry to Château de Chenonceaux.
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Our Châteaux Visit package supplement includes entry to Château de Cheverny and "The Secrets of Marlinspike Hall" exhibition.
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Our Châteaux Visit package supplement includes entry to Château Chambord and gardens.
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The itinerary below reflects the 7 night holiday. If you opt for the 5 night holiday then days 3 and 6 are omitted
",getting_there:'Fly directly to Tours or Paris or take the Eurostar to Paris
Research flights from the UK here.
Take the train to Blois
Research trains in FranceSome hotels in some countries have started to charge a local/tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or checkout at the hotels. This fee varies and is ever changing but as a guide, you may be asked to pay between €1-€4 per person per night.
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Superior: 3 and 4 star hotels.
Blois: Hotel Novotel
Amboise: Hotel Le Bellevue
Chenonceau: Hotel la Roseraie
Chitenay: Auberge du Centre
Blois: Best Western Blois Chateau
Superior Plus: 4 star hotels.
Blois: Hotel Mercure
Amboise: Hotel Le Clos D’Amboise
Chenonceau: Hotel le Bon Laboureur
Cour Chevernay: Relais des Trois Chateaux
Blois: Hotel Mercure
Local Taxes
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Trekking bikes: The trekking bikes offer a more dynamic riding position and front suspension with 21-speeds. These bikes will best suit experienced cyclists who appreciate a sportier riding position. The maximum height for a female/step through specific bike is 195cm. The minimum height for a male specific bike is 165cm. The bike comes equipped with a pannier, lock, handlebar bag, repair kit and mobile phone holder.
Electric bikes: These unisex/step through electric bikes (except for people over 185cm) are a popular option on this route and ensure riders can enjoy the scenery along the way, whilst not working too hard at the climbs.
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