Loire Cycling Weekend5 days - from $926Ride through the rich vineyards of a UNESCO World Heritage SiteOnly a short train ride away, the Loire Valley is the perfect place for a weekend break exploring the charming chateaux and enjoying a wine tasting or two in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.The Loire Valley has been the home of Kings since the 10th century and there are over 300 ornate buildings built in the heyday of the French royalty and nobility, that contribute to the area being known as 'Chateau Country'. Running westward for over 1000km before spilling into the Atlantic Ocean, the Loire is France's longest river, and our cycling loops from the historic market town of Amboise through flourishing vineyards, leafy forests and charming villages. Itinerary:Day 1 Start Amboise. 2 Ride along peaceful country roads and through quiet villages of the Sologne to Cour-Cheverny, home to one of the best preserved private chateaux in France. 3 Cycle through the forests to the Chateau de Chambord, an extraordinary collection of turrets and spires, then riverbank ride to Chaumont-sur-Loire. 4 Follow the rolling countryside to Amboise and visit the spectacular chateau of Chenonceaux, which actually sits in the Cher River; time to visit the last home of Leonardo da Vinci, and the castle of Amboise. 5 End Amboise. Mode of travel: 3 days cycling on quiet tarmac roads, average 45km per day, no vehicle support whilst cycling but luggage is transferred between hotels. There are no significant ascents or descents. Group size: Self guided. Luggage is transferred, route notes and maps are provided. Accommodation: 4 nights 2 and 3 star hotels, some with pools. All rooms have en suite facilities. Food: 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner included. Compulsory Single Supplement: from $236.25 Trip Reference: LSW Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below. Notes: Start any Thursday from 15 March to 18 October 2012Starting 11 June -1 6 September GBP569All other dates GBP529Prices are land only and do not include travel from LondonSupplement for single traveller GBP270 (includes single room supplelent)Take the Train - return rail travel from London to Amboise, prices from GBP100Local Bike Hire: 21 speed Gitanes bikes GBP60, paid on booking Trip Reference: LSW |
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| Start | End | Prices in US$ | Total Price | Availability | |
| 15 Mar 12 | 19 Mar 12 | $926 | $926 |  | |
| 22 Mar 12 | 26 Mar 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 29 Mar 12 | 02 Apr 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 05 Apr 12 | 09 Apr 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 12 Apr 12 | 16 Apr 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 19 Apr 12 | 23 Apr 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 26 Apr 12 | 30 Apr 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 03 May 12 | 07 May 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 10 May 12 | 14 May 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 17 May 12 | 21 May 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 24 May 12 | 28 May 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 31 May 12 | 04 Jun 12 | $926 | $926 |  | |
| 07 Jun 12 | 11 Jun 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 14 Jun 12 | 18 Jun 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 21 Jun 12 | 25 Jun 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 28 Jun 12 | 02 Jul 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 05 Jul 12 | 09 Jul 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 12 Jul 12 | 16 Jul 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 19 Jul 12 | 23 Jul 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 26 Jul 12 | 30 Jul 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 02 Aug 12 | 06 Aug 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 09 Aug 12 | 13 Aug 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 16 Aug 12 | 20 Aug 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 23 Aug 12 | 27 Aug 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 30 Aug 12 | 03 Sep 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 06 Sep 12 | 10 Sep 12 | $996 | $996 | | |
| 13 Sep 12 | 17 Sep 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 20 Sep 12 | 24 Sep 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 27 Sep 12 | 01 Oct 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 04 Oct 12 | 08 Oct 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 11 Oct 12 | 15 Oct 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
| 18 Oct 12 | 22 Oct 12 | $926 | $926 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012 /13 brochure, due to be published in October 2011.