Loire Valley - Vineyards & Chateaux Bike Tour From One Hotel

by Freedom Treks
Region
Loire Valley
Duration
6 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Home to fairy-tale chateaux and luscious green vineyards, this enchanting region of France is wonderful to explore by bike. The pretty town of Amboise in the heart of the Loire Valley will be your base, where you’ll stay near the impressive riverside Château Royal d'Amboise and The Leonardo da Vinci Park. Each day, you’ll cycle away from Amboise, along the river and into the countryside on dedicated cycle paths, passing forests, vineyards and the stunning chateaux that earned this region its World Heritage status – Amboise alone has three! With each excursion, you’ll discover the area’s fascinating history, culture and architecture. Visit stately homes with walled gardens adorned with climbing roses and step inside a castle complete with period furniture, enormous wall tapestries and painted ceilings. You’ll also visit various Touraine vineyards and have plenty of opportunity to sample some Vouvray wine.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Amboise

Arrive in Amboise

Day 2: Montlouis

20 km 0 m

D1

Montlouis

Day 3: Chenonceaux

28 km 0 m

D1

Chenonceaux

Day 4: Vouvray

30 km 0 m

D1

Vouvray

Day 5: Chaumont-sur-Loire

28 km 0 m

D1

Chaumont-sur-Loire

Day 6: Depart from Amboise

Depart from Amboise

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Loire Valley

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