Touring Bike
£102 for 6 days
Discover the magic of the Loire Valley on two wheels with a family cycling holiday designed to delight all ages. Known as the “Garden of France,” this fairytale region is rich in storybook castles, lush green landscapes, and charming riverside villages. Children will feel as though they've stepped into a fantasy world, exploring turreted châteaux, royal gardens, and ancient fortresses, while parents can savour the cultural heritage, scenic beauty, and renowned Touraine wines.
With gentle daily rides ranging from 35 to 45 km, this tour follows safe bike paths and quiet country roads - ideal for families seeking both adventure and relaxation. Whether you're pedalling through poppy-lined lanes, wandering castle grounds, or enjoying a riverside picnic, every moment brings a new discovery.
Arrive in the beautiful Renaissance town of Blois. Once home to illusionist Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin, Blois offers cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and the impressive Royal Castle with its iconic spiral staircase. Spend the afternoon exploring the charming old town at your own pace.
Cycle through shaded forest paths and peaceful riverside roads to reach Onzain and the elegant Château de Chaumont, once visited by Nostradamus. Continue to Amboise, a town that blends natural beauty with genius: visit the château where Leonardo da Vinci is buried and explore his final residence at Clos Lucé.
Shorter options available by train.
Venture through the Amboise forest and golden fields to the magnificent Château de Chenonceau, arching gracefully over the River Cher. After exploring its lush gardens and grand halls, return to Amboise through tranquil countryside.
Return can be shortened by train.
Cycle past peaceful farmland, red poppies, and mighty oak trees en route to Chitenay. Along the way, discover quiet villages and hidden gems like Château de Fougères-sur-Bièvre, with its distinctive stone carvings.
Today’s ride takes you through picturesque country lanes to Cheverny, a castle famed for inspiring Hergé’s Marlinspike Hall in The Adventures of Tintin. Continue to Beauregard for its striking “Gallery of the Illustrious” before a final stretch through Roussy Forest back to Blois.
Set off for Chambord, one of the Loire’s most iconic castles and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Pedal through quiet lanes and forested parkland to this vast estate, where legend says Leonardo da Vinci had a hand in its design. After visiting the castle and its grounds, return to Blois for your final evening.
After breakfast, your family cycling adventure comes to an end. Before heading off, enjoy a riverside break at the lively port of La Creusille.
We recommend flying to Tours Val De Loire Airport (TUF) and returning from Tours Val De Loire Airport (TUF).
You will be accommodated in 3/4* hotels with swimming pool (French hotel classification). All rooms have en suite facilities. In some hotels there may be some cases of accommodation without air conditioning.
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Loire Valley, France
Getting to the Loire Valley
By plane: You can fly directly to Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF) from London Stansted with Ryanair, which is the most convenient option for this tour. Alternatively, fly into Paris CDG and take the TGV from the airport terminal directly to Tours Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, arriving in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
By train: From London St Pancras, take the Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord (around 2 hours 20 minutes), then cross Paris to Montparnasse (20 minutes by metro, Line 4) and pick up a TGV to Tours. The full journey from London to Tours takes around 4 to 4.5 hours.
By car: The Loire Valley is around 3.5 to 4 hours from Calais via the A26 to Paris, then the A10 south-west towards Tours. Having a car gives flexibility for exploring the châteaux on rest days.
Bikes are not included. You are welcome to bring your own bike or hire one. Please see our bike hire section for details.
Flights are not included. Please refer to the what's included section for full details.
We will confirm your booking within 48 hours of receiving your enquiry. Please wait for confirmation before booking flights or making other travel arrangements.
Most itineraries include cycling on most days, with some rest or shorter days built in. Please check the itinerary for day-by-day details.
The latest you can book is 9 days before departure. This gives us enough time to confirm arrangements and accommodation.
You will receive full travel details, including accommodation, meeting points and local contacts, 3 to 5 weeks before departure.
