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Loire Valley by bike

Enjoy an authentic cycling holiday in the Loire Valley

The Loire Valley offers itself to all type of cyclists, from the wannabes to the pro riders. So just leave your car at home.
The Loire cycling routes have the advantage to be surrounded by the most beautiful castles, wonderful wine cellars, and thousand of other reasons to have a break along the way (a well deserved one!).
The recently inaugurated cycle routes offer various walks or hikes, away from the roads, while enjoying the beautiful sightseeing.

Cherverny Voyages will take care of everything on your behalf, transport, accommodation, bike rental, but also tours and transfers.
Your only mission is to have fun and enjoy your cycling.

The cycling virus will definitely contamined you

To brighten your day, we added some fun activities to your walk or hike: a cellar tour, a moment of rest in the most beautiful gardens in the Loire Valley…
Whether you are a couple, with family or friends, and whether you leave for two or ten days, we will suggest the best cycling paths and the adapted material.

Cheverny Voyages makes sure that everything goes perfectly!
With a few clicks you can build your custom package. To do this, simply click the activity “Bike riding” for how many days you wish. You will then receive your quote, and you can share it with your friends. Everyone can confirm and pay his own part. And if you are unsure about a destination or activity, ask our experts directly, they know every route on their fingertips.

All our activities are available in addition to the basic package. You can add as many activities you want by filling out your quote request.

And as usual, our experts are at your service to share their best finds on each cycle routes!

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7 days Amboise - Azay-le-Rideau

Description

For the first part of your journey, stay in the heart of the Touraine in a region that lies between the world-renowned châteaux of Amboise, Chenonceau and Chaumont-sur-Loire. From the carefully selected **/*** hotel where you'll stay, cycle around castles, vineyards and the Loire. 

 

The second part of your holiday will be further west along the Loire still in the Touraine. Ideally located between Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry and Ussé, discover all the cultural and natural resources of these areas such as the troglodytic cave dwellings, wine tastings at a local vineyard.
 
Your bike tour includes:
- 6 nights in **/*** hotel
- Breakfast
- Bike rental for your entire stay (provided with helmet, bike lock and paniers)
- Skip the line ticket for Chenonceau, Amboise, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, Ussé's castles and the garden festival of Chaumont-sur-Loire.
- Road book 
 
More information : Loirevelo.com



Accomodation

2-star Hotel
  • Double or triple rooms to suit your needs
  • Wifi
  • Towels, toiletries and linens provided
  • Shower, hairdryer, toilet, flat screen TV, telephone, etc.

Enjoy a nice stay in a cozy and authentic inn at the heart of the city of Blois.


More details:

The inn is perfectly located on the banks of the Loire, 2 minutes away from the city center, nestled below the Place de la Grève, in the charming area of the old Blois. This small house once received Madame de Sevigne. The place is an inn since the 15th century. Its authenticity and the kindness of its managers will make you quickly feel at home!

This accommodation offers the possibility to have lunch and / or dinner on site, home-made quality cooking.

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Activities

Château of Amboise
  • Visit of the château and the gardens (brochure guide)

Individual rates:
- Adult: 11.20€
- Reduced price: 7.50 €


The Château of Amboise offers an incomparable view of the Loire riverbanks. A silent witness of over four centuries of history, the château was the home of several kings of France. Discover the great history of France and its stories.


More details:

Special guided tours can be arranged, do not hesitate to contact us.

Guided tour schedule:
- 1st of April to 30th of June (Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 17h00)
- 1st of July to 31st of August (Daily at 17h00)
- September (Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 16h30)


You'll find all the information you need on the website of the castle.

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Garden Festival
  • Visit of the garden festival

You may also acquire tickets to the garden festival + visit of the Chaumont castle.
 


For the 25th International Garden Festival, designers from all over the world have been invited to dream up the most astonishing projects yet. The theme of this year "Gardens from the coming century" awaits you with many surprises.


More details:

Founded in 1992, the International Garden Festival has become one of the most important events for landscape design and landscape gardening. Professionals around the world gather every year at Chaumont castle for this impressive festival.  

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Château of Chenonceau
  • Visit of the château and a brochure
  • Visit of the park, the gardens, the maze and the vegetable garden

The Château of Chenonceau was built five centuries ago during which it has been shaped in particular by women who gave its great personality and refinement.


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Other options:

  • Wax Museum visit
  • Guided audio tour
  • Night walk in the gardens

Our suggestions nearby:

  • Visit of a mushroom production
  • Beauval ZooPark
  • Restaurant of the Orangerie (let us know if you would like to book a table)

Ticket price:  Adulte rate 13€, Child rate (under 18 years) 10€
 
 

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Château of Azay-le-Rideau
  • Visit of the château

Individual rates:
- Full price: 6.50 €
- Reduced price: 5,50 €


At the heart of Touraine, discover the château of Azay-le-Rideau, built on an island in the Indre. Visit the jewel of the French Renaissance, constructed under the reign of Francis. Enjoy the majestic landscaped garden and the magic of the carved stone facades reflecting in the water.


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Château of Villandry
  • Visit of the château and the gardens

Individual rates:

  • Full price: 10.50 €
  • Reduced price: 6.50 €

The Château of Villandry, a magnificent building of the second French Renaissance.


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This château is particularly known for its extraordinary Renaissance gardens. A variety of plants spans over 12,500 m² of gardens.
A unique site in Europe.

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Castle of Ussé


Bike ride
  • A half-day trip on a VTC bike
  • Assistance in case of need
  • Predefined itinerary, maps and tourism guides...

Discover the beautiful landscapes of the Loire Valley on your bike.


More details:

"La Loire à Vélo" is a unique cycling route that promotes and facilitates bike trips around magnificent castles.
With its 800 km of paths "La Loire à Vélo" is  one of the most beautiful cycling routes in France. 

Optional:

  • Any rental duration: 1h several days, etc..
  • Departure from the location of your choice
  • Rental helmets, child seats, trailers, baskets, bags etc..
  • Rental tandem electric bike

Suggestions nearby:

  • Visits to the châteaux
  • Break in a refreshing cellar
  • Picnic on the Loire
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Indicative price : 619€* /pers.
approximately

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*Price per personne calculated on the basis of 2 persons.

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* Minimum noticed price indicated for one person, including all taxes, for dates and definite destinations. Subject to availability.