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Loire by bike, Orléans Tours in family

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Cycle through the heart of the Valley of the Kings between Orléans and Tours for a family discovery of France's cultural and historical heritage on the Loire à vélo.

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The Châteaux of the Loire by bike between Orléans and Tours

 

The Valley of the Kings is unique and incredible to discover, its heritage is unparalleled in the world. Cycle along the Loire on Eurovélo 6 to admire unique panoramas along the river and discover the cities of Blois, Amboise or Tours.

 

Main areas of interest for a stay on the Loire by bike:

  • Orleans and Blois
  • Amboise
  • royal castle of Blois
  • Cheverny castle
  • châteaux of Chenonceau and Chaumont
  • Chambord Castle
  • Tours
  • wine cellar visits and tastings

 

Day 1: Arrival in Orléans

Installation in your hotel near the station and the historic city center and pick up the bikes.

 

Day 2: Orléans - Beaugency - 30 km

This route will make you discover the confluence of the Loiret and the Loire at the Pointe de Courpain. Then, continue to Beaugency, a medieval town on the banks of the Loire, which will charm you with its historical and natural heritage.

Possibility of going to the labyrinth of Beaugency, an unusual and friendly activity ideal for families! This park will offer you pure moments of fun through puzzles to solve!
Night in Beaugency in a hotel.

 

Day 3: Beaugency - Bracieux - 33 km

This easy cycling stage of La Loire à Vélo between Beaugency and Muides-sur-Loire marks the entrance to the fabulous Pays des Châteaux. The Loire à Vélo offers a direct route but some deviations are possible to explore the famous castles. Bracieux is nestled between rivers, forests and ponds! Charming village with typical architecture of the Loire region.
Night in Bracieux in a hotel.

 

Day 4: Bracieux - Blois 23 km

The royal castle of Blois has housed many kings, it is located on the heights and it dominates the city.You can follow the evolution of its architecture during the visit and discover the works of a multitude of artists exhibited in its museum the fine Arts.
Night in Blois in a hotel.

 

Day 5: Blois - Amboise 41 km

You leave the banks of the Loire to cycle through hills and orchards to reach Amboise. On your way, visit the Château de Chaumont and enjoy its international garden festival.
Night in a hotel in Amboise.

 

Day 6: Loop around Chenonceau 24 km

The Château de Chenonceau is a jewel of French history where elegance and beauty are combined. It is known as the castle of the great Women of French History, who have managed to preserve it from wars and world conflicts. It is also in this royal residence that the works of the great masters of painting are stored.
Night in Amboise in a hotel.

 

Day 7: Amboise - Tours 25 km

On this stage, wine tasting and cellar visits will be possible before your arrival in Tours.
The city was one of the most important in the history of France for almost two centuries.
You can also visit the Lussault sur Loire aquarium, the first freshwater aquarium in Europe.
Night in Tours in a hotel.

 

Day 8: End of the tour in Tours after breakfast

Return by train to Orléans.

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General informations :

  • 8 days and 7 nights
  • Standard version accommodation comfort level: 2 or 3 * (local standards)
  • Comfort level of the comfort version accommodation: 3 or 4 * (local standards)
  • Child rates: contact us

The dates :

 

Can be done every day between April and October 2024.

 

Included :

  • Free online tour
  • 7 nights in hotels
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Luggage transportation
  • Access to our hiking application Respire Voyages with day by day itineraries
  • Assistance in case of breakdown (except flat tire)

Not included :

  • Transport to the place of departure
  • half board
  • Personal expenses
  • Visits other than those included in the program
  • Tourist tax to be paid on site.

The options :

  • Half board
  • VTC or VAE rental
  • Additional night (s) at the start or end of the tour
  • Bicy + Visit monuments: castles of Chambord, Cheverny, Chenonceau and Blois
  • return by train Tours - Orléans
  • Theft insurance for the rented bike
  • cancellation insurance

Levels:


1 2 3 4 5 6

 

Ground :


Flat terrain. Eurovélo 6 cycle paths and shared lanes.

 

Weather :


Soft sun, little wind and pleasant temperatures.

 

Technicality:


23 to 41 km of hiking per day, or about 2 to 4 hours of cycling.
Easy to follow route.

 

Bibliography:

 

The Loire by bike - chamina guide
The Loire by bike - Routard guide

 

Accommodation:


Accommodation in ** or *** hotels, with toilet and shower in the room.

 

Additional nights:


An additional night is offered to you at the start and end of the tour.

 

Meals:


- Breakfast: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, bread, butter, jam, orange juice)
- Lunches: not included
- Dinner: Half-board option with dinners at the hotel or in a nearby restaurant: Starter, main course, dessert, drinks not included.


The bike :

 

- Rental bicycle: If you rent a bicycle (see our bicycles) it will be given to you at our rental company. A security deposit will be requested.

At the end of the circuit, you will have to leave this bike with the rental company indicated.

 

- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.

At the end of the tour, you will need to take care of your own bicycle.

 

Assistance:


Assistance in the event of breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).

 

 

Luggage:


They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person. (maximum 20 kg).

 

Roadbook :

 

You will receive documents with all practical information by post before your departure, as well as access to our hiking application (by e-mail). Documents received by mail include hotel and restaurant vouchers and luggage tags.

 

Transportation:

 

- By train: TER or Intercités about 1h15 from Paris Austerlitz.
- By road: A10 motorway, then A701 E60 direction Orléans / Saran exit n ° 14.
- By plane: Loiret Orléans airport and taxi to the city center.


Your vehicle:


It is possible to reserve a parking space at the first hotel, payable locally.


Cancellation insurance :

 

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.

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Extra night before departure *

Extra night end of the tour

Bike rental *

Theft insurance *

Bike the helmet

(+ 10.00 €)

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Transfer by train

par personne (+ 30.00 €)

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