Loire Valley Castles, Orléans to Tours

by Cycling Country Holidays
Region
Loire Valley
Duration
6 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Start your Loire Valley cycling adventure from Orléans, in the Loiret region. Bike to the magnificent vista of impressive 16th century chateaux, Chambord and tour its labyrinth of rooms. Enjoying the tranquil countryside of this area as you pedal to the attractive market town, Amboise, before heading off deeper into the winding routes of France's most famous castles.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Orléans

Orléans

Day 2: To Beaugency (or Tavers)

26 km 80 m

D1

To Beaugency (or Tavers)

Day 3: Beaugency (or Tavers) to Blois

45 km 67 m

D1

Beaugency (or Tavers) to Blois

Day 4: Blois to Amboise

40 km 58 m

D1

Blois to Amboise

Day 5: Amboise to Tours

30 km 48 m

D1

Amboise to Tours

Day 6: Onward Travels

Onward Travels

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Loire Valley

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