Loire Valley Tours & Trips
Have you ever wondered where French royalty spent their summers? The Loire Valley's got your answer – châteaux everywhere. From Angers through Saumur to Chambord's massive Renaissance castle, this UNESCO region basically lines the river with royal estates. Central France's Loire winds from Orleans through Tours, creating the world's most château-dense valley. Kings knew what they were doing.
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Maureen • traveled in June
Fabulous leaders and incredible route - pathways along the river or back country roads or cycling through small cute towns. Mostly flat - and very nicely paced with coffee and photo stops, or lunch, or a chateau visit! Only reason this didn’t get excellent from me was some of the hotels could have been better (and their free breakfasts)
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Linda • traveled in December
Amazing food and service, overall good value. Unfortunately for us, the currents were too strong to sail often, due to heavy rain, so had to stay in Nantes for most of the time
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Tom • traveled in August
Fantastic trip. Hotels were tremendous, especially the meal in the hotel in Saint Florent-le-Vieil. Maps were good though I used my app Bikemap.net, to act as a Sat Nav. A couple of hiccups with luggaeew but minor in comparison with holiday organisation. Would certainly recommend.
Loire Cycle Path, Orléans – Saint Nazaire
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- Cycling in France - Loire Valley
- Cycle the Loire Valley
- Chateaux of the Loire Walk
- Loire Cycle Path, Orléans – Saint Nazaire
- Christmas on the Loire (port-to-port cruise)
- Castles on the river Loire
- The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy (port-to-port cruise) (7 destinations)
- Loire à Vélo – 7 Day Luxury Self-Guided *CYCLE* (All Inclusive)
- Loire Valley - Cycling 'le Pays desChâteaux' (Land of the locksmiths) (6 days)
- Cycle the Loire Valley
Cycling through Loire Valley reveals finest châteaux, from Villandry's gardens to Chambord's grandeur. Characteristic hotels in Tours, Amboise, and Blois host you between 42km daily rides. Vouvray wine tastings, traditional riverboat dining, and UNESCO heritage sites create lasting memories.
Duration 8 days Destinations Tours, Amboise, Blois, Chambord, Cheverny Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
- US$2,400
Cycle the Loire Valley
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Fabulous leaders and incredible route - pathways along the river or back country roads.”
Maureen, traveled in June
The Loire Valley's finest châteaux await, with visits to Chambord and Chenonceau. Pedal alongside Loire River from Blois through Vouvray vineyards, while staying in authentic hotels and savoring regional wines and cuisine.
Duration 7 days Destinations Blois, Amboise, Villandry, Saumur, Angers Age Range Ages 14+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,640
20% Off- US$2,112You save $528
Château country reveals itself from Blois to Amboise, featuring UNESCO sites Chambord and Chenonceau. Historic accommodations include Auberge du Centre in Chitenay and Hotel La Roseraie. Vineyard walks, Caves des Roches visits, and Leonardo da Vinci's legacy await.
Duration 8 days Destinations Blois, Chambord, Chitenay, Chenonceaux, Amboise Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
20% Off- US$2,330
Loire Cycle Path, Orléans – Saint Nazaire
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Hotels were tremendous, especially the meal in the hotel in Saint Florent-le-Vieil. Would certainly recommend.”
Tom, traveled in July
The royal heritage of Loire Valley unfolds from Orléans to Saumur. UNESCO sites include Amboise Palace, Villandry gardens, and Leonardo da Vinci's final residence. Regional specialties and wines complement stays in 3-star hotels.
Duration 10 days Destinations Orleans, Blois, Tours, Chinon, Saumur, Angers, Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, Nantes, St-Nazaire Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator Eurobike From
20% Off- US$1,658
Christmas on the Loire (port-to-port cruise)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing food and service, overall good value.”
Linda, traveled in December
The festive 6-day Christmas cruise along the Loire Valley aboard MS Loire Princesse showcases historic châteaux including Azay-le-Rideau and Chinon, with wine tasting in underground cellars. The Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes and gala dinners with included wines highlight this approx. $210 per day journey. Perfect for couples and solo travelers aged 67+ seeking comfort-level cruising.
Duration 6 days Destinations Nantes, St-Nazaire, Ancenis, La Chapelle-Heulin, Clisson, Bouchemaine, Angers, Azay-le-Rideau, Chinon Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
20% Off- US$1,451
The route from Blois to Chenonceau presents Loire Valley's finest châteaux, including Leonardo da Vinci's residence in Amboise and Villandry's gardens. Daily rides of 40-75km connect premium hotels like Hampton by Hilton Tours over eight days.
Duration 8 days Destinations Blois, Tours, Chinon, Fontevraud-l'Abbaye, Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceaux Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator Eurobike From
20% Off- US$1,231
MS Loire Princesse's contemporary vessel carries you through the Loire Valley. Jules Verne's world comes alive at Nantes' Machines of the Isle, while Saint-Nazaire's Escal'Atlantic museum and medieval Clisson offer cultural insights. French cuisine with local wines and evening entertainment costs approx. $260 daily.
Duration 5 days Destinations Nantes, St-Nazaire, Ancenis, Bouchemaine, Angers Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
20% Off- US$1,527
