Discover the incredible “Garden of France” as you cycle at your own pace. You can stop to admire the stately elegance of centuries-old chateaux, or to visit a museum, church, or wine cave, always assured that your charming room is waiting for you at the end of the day. Beyond Orléans, the Loire Valley lazily spreads out in this pleasant climate. On your tour you’ll pass through the medieval village of Beaugency to arrive at the doorsteps of Chambord, a magical castle only imagined in dreams. You’ll continue on to Cheverny – perhaps the most beautiful and refined of all the chateaux in the Loire – and then Blois, a royal city with an eclectic history. Further along the River Loire you will reach Chateau Chaumont and its splendid park, Amboise with its royal chateau, and then Clos Lucé, the last home of Leonardo da Vinci. Via the vineyards of Montlouis you’ll pedal into the interesting University city of Tours to discover its well-preserved half-timbered houses.
Green = Open | Yellow = Limited | Red = Full
2023
- Prices are per person in US Dollars – inclusive bike rental
- This tour can be guided upon request
- Choose your own starting date
Terms and Conditions
The hotels listed below are examples of those usually used on the tour. Depending on availability, you may be booked in a different hotel of equal quality.
Empreinte Hotel & Spa, Orleans
Situated on the banks of the Loire River, Empreinte Hotel & Spa is 4-star boutique hotel offering a range of wellness facilities, a bar and a meeting room. Guests can enjoy free access to the sauna, steam room and herbal tea room.A buffet breakfast, including sweet, savoury items and local products is served every morning in the breakfast room.

Hotel Ecu de Bretagne, Beaugency
Ecu de Bretagne is located at the heart of the Loire Valley châteaux district. Around thirty minutes from Orléans, the authentic medieval village of Beaugency has witnessed the annals of French history and is situated near the Valley of Kings. Take advantage of this perfect location to visit the châteaux that proudly stand along the river. This charming and welcoming hotel features rooms with antique decor, an on-site restaurant and brasserie, and a pool where you can unwind.

Hotel Le Mercure, Blois
Mercure Blois Center is located 500 m from Blois city center, on Quai Saint Jean. Guests have free access to the fitness center and wellness area, including indoor heated pool, a sauna, steam room and hot tub. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the old town, Blois Chateau can be reached within 20-minutes by walk.

Hotel le Clos D’Amboise
This is a sumptuous 17th century house was converted into a charming hotel in 2003 and upgraded into a luxury hotel in 2011, still retaining its character. Hotel Le Clos d’Amboise is located in the very heart of the Royal City of Amboise. This is the authentic and picturesque part of the historic city that contains Francois Ist’s chateau, as well as Leonardo da Vinci’s residence, the Clos Lucé. The hotel stands apart with its discreet charm, its proximity to pedestrian shopping streets, and a terrace overlooking an immense lawn with century-old trees.

Hotel Oceania L’Univers, Tours
This hotel is situated in the old city centre of Tours with only 3 minute walk to the train station. Enjoy the hot tub after your last day of biking. Popular points of interest near Oceania L’Univers Tours include Basilica of Saint Martin, Hotel Goüin Museum and Les Halles de Tours Market. The nearest airport is Tours Val de Loire Airport, 3.1 mi from the hotel.

Great trip, great value. The hotels were excellent and the restaurants had great food and good service (with the exception on one restaurant that was a bit overwhelmed). The online GPS maps were great and easy to follow. Overall, one of the best trips ever.
Alan Rooks (Group of 13 Family and Friends), September 2022