Cycle self-guided between iconic Loire Valley châteaux, staying in characterful hotels with luggage transfers and an optional 5-star finale in Blois.
  • Explore royal Blois’ cobbled streets, arcaded squares, and riverside chateau.
  • Cycle Loire a Velo to Chaumont-sur-Loire’s chateau and gardens.
  • Visit Amboise’s Royal Palace and Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci’s home.
  • Pedal through Montlouis-sur-Loire vineyards to Chenonceau’s arches spanning the river.
  • Walk the rival gardens of Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici.
  • Ride the Cher riverbanks to medieval Montrichard and Fougeres-sur-Bievre castle.
  • Explore Cheverny’s richly furnished chateau, gardens, labyrinth, and Tintin exhibition.
  • Visit Chambord, the largest Loire chateau, with its double helix staircase.
Stay in charming hotels: Hotel Mercure Blois with fitness and wellness area; an 18th-century retreat in Amboise with heated outdoor pool, sun terrace and wellness area; Auberge du Bon Laboureur with year-round heated pool, Scandinavian baths, gourmet restaurant and garden; and fully renovated Relais des 3 Châteaux. Optional 5-star finale.