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Discovery of the Loire and Cher
Valleys in the heart of magnificent chateaux; this is an appointment
with history!
Consider the sights: 15th & 16th century Gothic and Renaissance architecture following in the footsteps of the great kings of France. The last home of Leonardo da Vinci, grand Chenonceau with exquisite and complex gardens, and several with beautiful rivers as backdrops. Every turn in the Loire is a feast for the eyes! You can visit wine caves, museums, churches, and artisans at work. Or simply enjoy a cafe, a croissant, and a garden! The terrain is wonderful for bicycle riding - mostly flat to rolling - and is filled with rivers, trees, and colors. |
"We could not be more
pleased, we will continue to sing your praises to anyone interested
in visiting France, and should we return we will contact you first!"
- S. Shed, Loire |
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Day
1 is arrival day in Blois and if arriving early enough there
is time for visitation of the city of Blois and its chateau, its museums,
and walk through the centreville. Orientation 7pm, and then dinner at
your leisure. (D)
Day 2 takes the tour from Blois through the countryside
and past vineyards to the chateau of Chaumont sur Loire overlooking
the Loire River, where the annual International Garden show is held
each summer. Cycle on to the charming town of Amboise and centrally
located 3 star hotel. 44km (B,D)
Day
3 goes from the banks of the Loire at Amboise, which is overlooked
by its magnificent chateau to Chenonceau. In Amboise one also finds
the famous last home of Leonardo da Vinci - the Clos Luce, a good
start before then continuing on to elegant Chenonceau and its spectacular
Chateau that spans the Cher River. 42km (B,D)
Day 4 allow time to visit Chenonceau before departing
for the vineyards and countryside back in the direction of Blois for
the overnight and dinner out in one of the best local restaurants.
50km (B,D)
Day
5 is departure day, you can take your time getting started
in the morning to have breakfast and visit. (B)
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Price: 730 euros per person, double occupancy.
Single supplement: 197 euros.
The trip includes: Take the Virtual Hotel Tour! 3 and 4 star hotels with private shower and bathroom, dinners and breakfast daily, baggage transfer from hotel to hotel, detailed guide maps and cue sheets, tourist information, and local emergency support, arrival orientation. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, and more. Hotels: Holiday Inn Blois, Clos d'Amboise, Bon Laboureur.
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Bike Rentals: 115 euros (click to view) Trek 7200 hybrids. We also offer Eddy Merckx road bikes, Gara model at a slightly higher rental rate. To see specs and images of this bike, see www.eddymerckx.be
Additional Night Blois: 145 euros/double room incl. breakfast and dinner.
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.