Loire Gourmet Cycle

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Whilst the Loire River is well known for its impressive chateaux and picturesque landscape, the region also has a rich gastronomic tradition. During this gourmet cycle journey there is ample opportunity to appreciate some of the regions finest restaurants while discovering by bike the many other attractions including the famous chateau of Chenonceaux, Chambord and Cheverny, the Leonardo Da Vinci Park in Amboise and the forests and vineyards of the Cher and Loire valleys. Staying in comfortable family run hotels that are handpicked for their local flavour and position, and cycling an average of 35kms each day, this trip represents the ultimate balance of activity and indulgence.
brief itinerary
DAY 1 Join Blois DAY 2 Cycle to Amboise (44km) DAY 3 Cycle to Chenonceaux (39km) DAY 4 Cycle excursion to the chateaux of Montpoupon and Montrésor (38 or 69km) DAY 5 Cycle via the famous chateau of Chenonceaux and the medieval town of Montrichard to Candé-sur-Beuvron (37km) DAY 6 Cycle via the chateaux of Cheverny and Chambord to Blois (59km) DAY 7 Trip concludes Blois
trip dates
Trip Dates
Daily departures from Mar to Oct
what's included
•6 breakfasts, 6 dinners (at least 3 courses) •5 nights in 3-star hotels and 1 night in a 2-star hotel on a twinshare basis with private facilities •transfer of luggage from hotel to hotel •maps and itineraries •tourist information •rental bike - 21 speed mens or ladies bike, equipped with one saddlebag, anti-theft device, helmet and a repair kit •adjustment by a cycling specialist
AT A GLANCE
countries involved:
france
france
trip activity:
cycling - self guided
trip grading:
introductory to moderate
duration:
7 days
price:
US $1,790.00
Loire Gourmet Cycle
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