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Châteaux of the Loire

8 days
Start and end in Chinon

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Plan your adventure:
Bicycle
Pedal through scenic landscapes on two wheels
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 14+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chinon

    Chinon
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the 12th century Plantagenet fortress in Chinon
    • Walk along the banks of the Vienne River
    Landmarks
    Chinon Fortress (Château de Chinon)
    Vienne River
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  2. Day 2

    Chinon

    Chinon
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cycling route following former railway to Château du Rivau

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Château du Rivau and explore its gardens and botanical art
    • Extend route to the town of Richelieu
    Landmarks
    Château du Rivau
    Richelieu
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Chinon to Montsoreau

    Chinon to Montsoreau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cycling along Loire à Vélo route to Montsoreau
    • Stop at Fontevraud Abbey

    Optional Activities

    • Extended route option via Fontevraud Abbey with exploration of the abbey
    Landmarks
    Montsoreau
    Fontevraud Abbey
    Loire River
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Montsoreau

    Montsoreau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cycling to Saumur or Château de Brézé

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Saumur and explore its wine cellars
    • Explore the medieval streets of Saumur
    • Dine at restaurants in Saumur
    • Visit Château de Brézé and explore underground tunnels and wine presses
    Landmarks
    Saumur
    Château de Saumur
    Château de Brézé
  5. Day 5

    Montsoreau to Azay-le-Rideau

    Montsoreau to Azay-le-Rideau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cycling along Loire to River Indre and into Azay-le-Rideau

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
    • Explore cafés and restaurants in Azay-le-Rideau
    Landmarks
    Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
    Azay-le-Rideau
    River Indre
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Azay-le-Rideau

    Azay-le-Rideau
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Château Villandry and explore terraced gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Picnic lunch at Château Villandry
    Landmarks
    Château Villandry
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Azay-le-Rideau to Chinon

    Azay-le-Rideau to Chinon
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Cycling back to Chinon

    Optional Activities

    • Pick up souvenirs in Chinon
    • Walk along the banks of the Vienne River
    • Sample local wine in Chinon
    Landmarks
    Chinon
    Vienne River
  8. Day 8

    Chinon Departure

    Chinon Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast (Al fresco breakfast)

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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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