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The Loire Valley from Chateau to Chateau 4 days

Discover with your family the splendours of the Loire Chateaux by bike
  • Duration 4 days
  • Activity Biking
  • Holiday among adults, with family
  • Theme rivers and canals, countryside
405€

Information : The Loire Valley from Chateau to Chateau 4 days

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Presentation

Journey back to the time of the Renaissance and all its splendours, moving from chateau to chateau, ...
You'll make your way alongside the Loire on appealing narrow paths, slip through vast estate woods in search of Sleeping Beauty, and of course avoid getting lost in the big bad forest by following our excellent signposted cycle tracks specially selected so that even mums and dads can find their way! A 'master key' in hand, you'll open the great gates of castles along the way. And the youngest among you will love searching for his lordship's treasure thanks to the guidebook for the use of curious kids.

You'll love

  • the fact that the daily stages are perfect for children
  • each route being signposted along its length
  • visiting the world-renowned châteaux of Blois, Chambord and Cheverny
  • the rich fauna that inhabit the woodland you traverse
  • the pleasant and safe cycle paths through the forests
  • Our personalized guiding application
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Program : The Loire Valley from Chateau to Chateau 4 days

  • D1 Arrival late afternoon in Blois

    Reception and settling in.
    Today you can visit the Chateau of Blois included in your stay.
    Dinner at your leisure and night in 3 star hotel.

  • D2 From Blois to Bracieux via Chambord

    Fairly level 33 km ride. About 3hrs. Level 1/5.
    The first section is along the "Loire à Vélo" itinerary to the village of Saint-Dyé, the former port of Chambord. Then you head for the Château of Chambord. When you see it, you'll know why it's not-to-be-missed. Fine paths through the Forest of Boulogne (sic!) bring you back to your hotel.

    Dinner at leisure and night at 2 star hotel in Bracieux.

  • D3 From Bracieux to Chitenay via Cheverny

    26 km stage on fairly even ground. About 3hrs. Level 1/5.
    A sally into La Sologne, between small lakes and market gardens.
    After a lovely passage through the forest, you arrive at the gates of the Château de Cheverny. And if you have the time, why not also visit the Château de Troussay just before you get back to your hotel.

    Dinner and night in 3 star hotel in Chitenay.

  • D4 Ride from Chitenay to Blois

    18.6 km stage with a low altitude difference. About 2hrs.
    This stage leads you to Château de Beauregard, famous for its portrait gallery. Then you will pedal in the Russy forest before joining Blois by small roads and cycle tracks.

    Longer variant: 36 km stage with a low altitude difference - Estimated time: 3hrs30.
    we propose an extension which includes the Castle of Fougères. You will cycle in a more open landscape, between the vineyards of Cheverny and the meadows where the sheep graze.
    You will then join the short stage with the possibility of visiting the Château de Beauregard.

    Drive to Chitenay to collect your luggage and departure.

Tariffs high season

From July to August, departure everyday

In family room

Adult : 425 €
Junior (12-17)* : 360 €
Child (2-11)* : 275 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 40 €

In double room

Adult : 485 €
Junior (12 - 17) :  485 €
Child (2 - 11) : 475 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 40 €

In single room

605 €

Solo traveller

675 €

Tariffs low season

From April to June and from september to october, departure everyday

In family room

Adult : 405 €
Junior (12-17)* : 345 €
Child (2-11)* : 265 €
Baby (0-1) : 40 €

In double room

Adult :  465 €
Junior (12 - 17) : 465 €
Child (2 - 11) : 455 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 40 €

In single room

585 €

Solo traveller

655 €

*Rates based on a room shared with two adults. Single-parent families, please contact us.

What's included?

  • 2 nights in B&B and 1 night in Half board
  • 2 and 3 star hotels
  • "Pass" provided for visits to 3 chateau (Blois, Chambord, Cheverny).
  • Baggage transported for you from place to place.
  • Roadbook provided along with route-marked maps.
  • Update GPS tracks.
  • Technical and logistical assistance provided.

Optional

 

  • Bike rental from :
    • Bike rental for adult or junior (from 1m45) : 85 €
    • Mountain bike for child (under 1m45) : 65 €
    • Trailer bike or bike cart for child : 65 €
    • Child seat : 10 €
    • Electric power bike for adult or junior (from 1m45) : 125 €

What's not included?

  • The dinners of days 1 and 2
  • Beverage and extra
  • Parking for your vehicle for the 3 first days in Blois : to pay directly
  • Return transfer from Home to the first accomodation
  • Facultative cancellation and repatriation insurance

Characteristics of circuits

  • Cycle tour going from place to place, suitable for families.
  • Even terrain, little uphill.
  • Type of bike : hybrid bikes

Organisation

  • These rides are much more about relaxed exploration than athletic performance. We transport your luggage to each stopover location. A detailed roadbook will be your guide throughout your trip. We also provide the logistical and technical support necessary.
  • Accommodation is in either 2 or 3 star hotels, chosen for their atmosphere, warm welcome and environmental and architectural setting.
  • N.B : the accommodation described above is given as an indication and may have to be modified according to availability at the moment when final reservation is confirmed.

Access

By car

Highway A10 : Paris / Bordeaux, exit Blois (170 km) National rout RN 152 : Paris / Orléans / Blois (180 km)

By air

Paris airports or Tours Airport + train to Blois railway station. The accommodation is 10' walk from the railway station

By train

Blois railway station. The accommodation is 10' walk from the railway station

Comments

Global note
4.7
  • Many thanks for your support in organizing this trip, a successful first family cycling experience!

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  • Very well organized, the stay was exactly what we expected.

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  • Great holiday with children aged 10 and 7! (translated from french)

     

  • Magnifique découverte des paysages et des châteaux de la Loire. Tout à notre aise et confort. A refaire en famille !

  • A fun family bike tour ! Great cycling paths and amazing stops along the way. The châteaux visits were lots of fun.

  • Ce circuit a allié plein air, culture et moments partagés. Ce 1er voyage à vélo sera, nous l'espérons, le premier d'une longue liste de voyages heureux en famille: Merci Safrantours !

  • Très bonne organisation pour de très bonnes vacances. On part les yeux fermés.

  • Beau parcours au cours duquel se découvre les bords de Loire (vert et fleuri). Blois et Chambord (la merveille), Cheverny et la Forêt de Sologne (odorante et mystérieuse).

  • Itinéraires TOP. Hébergements bien situés. Compétence des organisateurs.

  • Court séjour bien équilibré qui alterne les Châteaux célèbres et les découvertes. BRAVO !

  • Nous sommes ravis de ce séjour en pleine nature, une logistique impeccable, impossible de rater son circuit.

  • Séjours bien organisé. Toutes les prestations commandées (hôtels, location des vélos, trajets..) étaient prévus à l'avance.
    Séjour agréable et sans accro.

  • Très bon carnet de route bien documenté, les hôtels également, on est en sécurité, sachant que l'on peut avoir un contact avec l'hôtel ou le taxis responsable des transferts. Je suis satisfait de mon petit voyage.

  • Fort belle région au riche patrimoine. Idéale pour balades en vélo en famille (jeunes enfants).

  • Une aventure familiale qui nous a permis à tous de découvrir les plus beaux châteaux de France !

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