France Self Guided Biking Tour - Loire Valley

by Nichols Expeditions
Region
Loire Valley
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

This extended bike tour travels around all the famous and breath-taking Loire Valley Castles. You will start in Villandry and its beautiful gardens, then continue on exploring the countryside between the Chambord Castle and Blois. You will have the opportunity to visit the picturesque city of Amboise, and Chenonceau, Usse and Chambord Castles among others. The 247 km bike tour includes several options to choose from according to your wish and cycling level.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive In Tours

Arrive In Tours

Day 2: Tours to Azay-Le-Rideau

34 km 200 m

D1

Tours to Azay-Le-Rideau

Day 3: Azay-Le-RideauTo Luynes

34 km 150 m

D1

Azay-Le-RideauTo Luynes

Day 4: Luynes to Amboise via Vouvray

48 km 278 m

D1

Luynes to Amboise via Vouvray

Day 5: Loop Ride from Amboise To Explore Chenonceau Castle

36 km 279 m

D1

Loop Ride from Amboise To Explore Chenonceau Castle

Day 6: Amboise To Blois

43 km 300 m

D1

Amboise To Blois

Day 7: Blois Loop Ride To Chambord Castle

47 km 275 m

D1

Blois Loop Ride To Chambord Castle

Day 8: Departure Day

Departure Day

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Loire Valley

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