Base yourself in a spectacular spot in the “valley of the kings”. Enjoy the bustle of Amboise, a delightful town that was once home to the royal court and where Leonardo Da Vinci spent the last few years of his life. Then ride through world-famous vineyards to troglodyte houses and breathtaking châteaux.
Tour Details
Duration
4 Days/3 Nights
Location
Amboise
Season
May 1-October 31
Tour Type
Road Touring
Nearest City
Paris
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Loire Valley, France
Distance Traveled
Daily rides vary from 25-62km (16-39 miles) depending on your level of accommodations and routes selected. Your road book of route descriptions will provide you with information on distances and terrain and you can choose each day which ride to take. The terrain is mainly flat to moderately hilly, but there are options for rides with climbs.
Fully Guided
No
Guest Capacity
1-20
Bike Rentals Available
Yes
Rates
$745.00 - $1,295.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
Price varies depending on the type of accommodations you select.
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Amboise. Stroll through this ancient town, then pedal into the hills above the Loire, visit the charming town of Montlouis and head for the 16th century chateau of Nitray.An area manager will give you the bikes and a briefing for the tour.
Day 2: Pedal to Chenenceau, one of the most dramatic castles in France, a château that seems to float as it stretches across the Cher River. Then head to Monpoupon, a medieval castle rebuilt into a Renaissance manor. Or take a break from cycling and hop the train to Tours, where you can browse through chic boutiques, visit the Musée des Beaux Arts, and have coffee at a Romanesque church that has been converted into a café.
Day 3: Wind your way through the vineyards around Vouvray, famous for fruity, white wines made from the Chenin Blanc grape. Or bike to Chaumont-sur-Loire, the 11th century castle of the Counts of Blois, now restored and surrounded by magnificent gardens.
Day 4: Take time for more cycling or another stroll through Amboise before departing for your next adventure.
Option 5: Hop the train to Tours. Browse through chic boutiques and antique shops, visit the Musée des Beaux Arts, and have coffee at a Romanesque church that has been converted into a café.
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