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Amboise Multi Activity Cycling Tour

The valleys of the Loire, Cher and Indre rivers are a harmonious combination of non navigated rivers, rich vineyards and vast forests. Discover the landscapes, unspoiled nature, beautiful gardens and breathtaking castles of the Loire Valley on your bike. The terrain is wonderful for bicycle riding - mostly flat to rolling - and is filled with rivers, trees, and colors. On this bike tour, you will explore the area around Amboise. The program is perfect for families or those looking to have some easier cycling options. For many visitors, the Loire Valley conjures images from the fairy tales of childhood.

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Tour Details


Maps & Profiles

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Itinerary

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DAY 1 DAY 2

Day 2 Ride To Vouvray Vinyards+ wine tasting + chocolate taasting (included): 42 or 45 km A quiet bike tour on the other side of the Loire through gentle, verdant landscapes, far removed from the main roads - visit the Moncontour wine museum and taste some wine in their cave. About Vouvray wines: Vouvray is the largest white wine appellation of the Anjou-Saumur-Touraine region and it produces splendid wines from the dry and austere to the richest dessert wines, as well as excellent sparkling wines. You will then cross Montlouis white wine appellation and ride in the middle of the vineyards on a bike trail. Upon return in Amboise, stop at a local chocolate shop for a chocolate tasting (included). Dinner on your own in town. (B) 40 or 46 km (B) Read about chateaux on this trip

Manoir Les Minimes

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Amboise

Picture-perfect and as well cared for as all get out, this gorgeously stylish hotel is lucky enough ...

DAY 3

Day 3 Chenonceau with Canoe Trip! A short and moderately flat ride will take you through the forests and alleys of the Amboise countryside passing by the Parc Mini Chateaux and then dropping down to the fabulous Chenonceau castle that must be discovered with plenty of time to visit. Chenonceau, erected by Henry II in the 16th century over the Cher river and improved by Catherine de Medici. The castle hides several pieces of historical interest, furniture and tapestries. Once at Chenonceau, ride to Civray, just a mile away to start your canoe ride! You will drop off your bikes there, and they will take you to the start of the itinerary. You will then canoe downstream for almost 2 hours, and pass under the Chateau de Chenonceau. Pick up your bikes and ride back to Amboise. 30 or 50 km (B)

Manoir Les Minimes

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Amboise

Picture-perfect and as well cared for as all get out, this gorgeously stylish hotel is lucky enough ...

DAY 4

Day 4 Chaumont sur Loire. From Amboise you will first cross many typical small villages where you can find a small Chateau in almost every one ! Then follow the Loire river toward the village and the feudal castle of Chaumont sur Loire where the annual International Garden Festival is held each year (starting in June). Return to Amboise via back country paths. Dinner on your own. (B) 50 km

Manoir Les Minimes

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Amboise

Picture-perfect and as well cared for as all get out, this gorgeously stylish hotel is lucky enough ...

DAY 5

Day 5 is departure day, you can take your time getting started in the morning to have breakfast and depart at your leisure. Other cycling itineraries are possible if you wish to extend this type of tour a little longer. We can offer rides to Montlouis vineyards, Montrichard and its medieval castle ruin, or by roundtrip train to Blois you can ride toward Chambord. (B)


General Tour Information

Amboise Cycling Tour
4 Nights / 5 Days

Dates - This tour can depart any day, subject to hotel availability. April through October.

Level - Average riding 40 km/day.
Level: 1-2 easy to moderate riding depending on option taken. (1-2)


Details - Arrival city is Amboise, which accessible via train from Paris to St Pierre des Corps. 1hour by TGV; or to Amboise direct in 1hr 35min. Return from Amboise to Paris Montparnasse.
This trip is 3 days of bicycling, arrival and departure days are not riding days.

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What is self-guided touring?

Misc Info - Triples and larger rooms are occasionally available, advance booking recommended.

Tour Map

Total Distance: 122 km

Level: 1-2

 

Optional Services:

Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris day tours, Lido shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices subject to change based upon currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.

What's Included

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The Trip Includes
: excellent 4 star hotel with private bathrooms and large rooms, all breakfasts as shown, detailed guide maps, cue sheets, GPS, chocolate tasting, wine tasting, canoe trip on the Loire River, treasure hunt, tourist information, local emergency technical support, orientation upon arrival. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, and more...

UPGRADE Hotel: Le Choiseul
Additional Night Amboise: TBD - please inquire.


To learn more about the road books and GPS units we included, visit this link: GPS & Road Book Details

For hotels included in this tour, please see the Itinerary tab; each hotel is shown for each day.

Tour Rates

Price Options:

- Standard Hotels 4 star manor

Double Occupancy

866 €/person

Triple Occupancy

822 €/person

Single supplements with 2 or more travelers: 234 €

Solo Supplement:

402 €

- Upgraded Deluxe 4/5 star

Double Occupancy

1019 €/person

***Bike Rentals are available for a supplement of 95 euros, please see the Bike Rental tab for all details about the bikes we offer.

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Bike Info

Bike Rentals:
bike rental discover france cycling tours Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrid rentals - the best rental bike available in the region!
Bike Equipment: Scott Sportster P3/P4 or P40 hybrid; see details on this page including a virtual photo tour, specs and all information.

Rental Rate: 95 euros/bike for the duration of the tour. This includes all the gear shown as well as bike delivery, set up, and bike return. Every bike is given an inspection by our mechanics in the bike shop before they go out again. Pedals with or without straps available. Clients can bring their own Clipless pedals to be changed over.



Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrids; see link for full details and picture. Helmets and add on materials included in the rental rate of 95 euros.




You are important to us; so we make you thoroughly prepared and include:
Pre-trip travel documents: you will receive extensive information as a customer prior to your departure, see below. Upon confirmation of your tour we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists, cell phone rental, travel insurance, and more!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, a packing list, regional information about sites, culture, regional specialities, important towns and historical sites, general France travel information, bike travel tips, vouchers, train travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!

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