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Day 1 |
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Start your tour by exploring Blois, with its cobblestone streets and meandering walkways. Cross the long stone bridge in the center of town for great views. Your highlight will be visiting Blois Castle, with intricate architectural details and manicured gardens
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Day 2 |
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Enter the magnificent forest of Chambord. Take a peek at the sculpted salamanders engraved on the walls of the most extravagant castle of the Loire Valley, masterpiece of French Renaissance. Take the double staircase in which two people can go up and down without seeing each other. That will lead you to the royal apartments of Francis I and Louis XIV.
Then, continue to the small village of Bracieux.
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Château de Chambord
2h
Visit on your own of the castle.
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13,00 € / adult
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Day 3 |
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Cross the countryside to discover all secrets of a chocolate factory, a well-known industry in the region.
Then ride along the Cosson creek and discover the small castle of Villesavin before regressing to childhood in Cheverny castle. This should bring up some memories, if you ever read Tintin: it was the inspiration for Moulinsart castle.
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Chocolate factory
1h
At the end of the guided visit you will enjoy different kinds of chocolates.
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Included
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Day 4 |
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Excursion à Fougères-sur-Bièvre
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Excursion à Fougères-sur-Bièvre
You can enjoy the day to relax by the pool and explore the surrounding area or discover one of the few fortified castles of the Loire Valley, the Chateau of Fougeres-sur-Bievre.
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Day 5 |
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You ride through the countryside before reaching the Loire banks, along which traditionnal wood boats called "toues" are anchored. You reach Chaumont-sur-Loire, known around the world for its International Garden Festival, an annual garden design competition which presents the best creations in the castle park. You have only a fews kilometers more to ride before reaching Mosnes.
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Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
3h
Visit the castle on your own. You also have the opportunity to visit the domain, completing your tour of the castle with the visit of the International Garden Festival.
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6,00 € / child
11,50 € / teen
18,00 € / adult
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Day 6 |
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This morning’s route takes you directly to the beautiful city of Amboise. The medieval ton has link to the French Royal Family and is where Leonardo de Vinci spent his last few years. Explore the many cobblestone streets and check out the unique architectural features of the Chateau d’Amboise. The Chateau gives you one of the best overall views of the Loire Valley.
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Visit of the Clos Lucé
2h
Free visit of the castle and the gardens
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11,00 € / teen
15,50 € / adult
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Day 7 |
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Let the medieval atmosphere of this city seduce you.
A regional train takes you back to the starting point or you can extend your stay.
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Bikes
On your arrival day, we provide you with:
- a touring bike adjusted to your size or a tandem
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equipped : front rack pack with an integrated file compartment, saddlebag, helmet (on demand), reflective vest, repairing toolkit with patches etc.
We also provide you with the appropriate equipment for your children :
baby seat, bike trailer or trailer bike depending on their age and size.
Electric bikes are also available for adults (+1m55).
Luggage
Our services include luggage transport in order to let you enjoy your trip comfortably and without stress :
- We transport your luggage from one accommodation to the next using a private vehicle.
- Your luggage is directly delivered in your accommodation before you arrive.
- We provide a saddlebag for the things you shall need during the day.
Our word of advice : as we know from experience, we strongly recommend you to avoid wearing a backpack during your cycling trip.
Le Vélo Voyageur App
Like a sat nav, the route and directions to follow will be both viewable on the screen of your phone and announced aloud. Discover and enjoy every moment of your trip by following
the directions and listening to the descriptions of the point of interest on your way.
Following the itineray becomes easy as a child's play and you can enjoy the trip instead of concentrating on the maps.
Your cycling holiday also includes practical information from our partners and all the latest news.
-> You need to have a smartphone and download the Le Vélo Voyageur app on your Apple or Android store before the trip. During the trip, once the app dowmnloaded, your phone
can be off-line
Travel documents
A cycling holiday is the best way to explore a region and discover its culture, landscapes and local traditions.
Your tour is self-guided to give you the freedom to ride at your own pace. You will be provided all the information you need to enjoy peacefully the itinerary and its interesting sites.
You will have in your travel documents :
- a detailed map (A4 format) of the itinerary that we drew at the easiest scale to follow for a bicycle rider
- a step-by-step description of the itinerary (bound A5 format) giving the direction to follow at each intersection
- a tourist leaflet containing a brief presentation and useful practical information (opening time, price, contact) about the points of interest along the way
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Example of a map and a step-by-step description