from/to Tours France 2027 - Castles of the Loire Valley
Follow in the footsteps of French kings on this fascinating cycling holiday in the Loire Valley, one of Europe's most impressive cultural landscapes. Discover magnificent Loire châteaux, historic towns, romantic gardens and peaceful riverside scenery along the Loire, Indre and Cher. The route also takes you through the wine-growing landscapes of Anjou, charming French villages and picturesque countryside. A wonderful combination of leisure cycling, culture, nature and French lifestyle, ideal for active cyclists who enjoy discovering history and local culture at their own pace.

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- 7 nights in comfortable hotels of national 4- or 3-star category along the Loire cycle path
- daily extended breakfast
- luggage transfer from hotel to hotel as far as Tours
- personal welcome meeting
- information material (cycle map with English tour description) per room
- GPS-Tracks on requested available
- service-hotline also at the weekend
Additional costs:
All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1,00 to 5,00 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.
Day 1 - Individual arrival in Tours
Your journey begins in Tours, the historic capital of the Touraine region. Explore the impressive Gothic cathedral with its beautiful stained-glass windows and stroll through the picturesque Old Town. The Basilica of Saint Martin and the lively squares and cafés are perfect for a relaxed introduction to the Loire Valley.
Example of hotel: Grand Hotel in ToursDay 2 - From Tours to Chinon, approx. 60 km
Your first cycling stage follows the Loire through the beautiful landscapes of the Touraine. Along the way, discover the magnificent gardens of Château de Villandry and the fairytale-like Château d'Ussé, said to have inspired the story of Sleeping Beauty. Quiet country roads and peaceful river landscapes lead you to Chinon, dominated by its impressive medieval fortress.
Example of hotel: Hotel de France in ChinonDay 3 - Round trip Fontevraud l´Abbaye, approx. 55-70 km
Today's excursion takes you to the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, one of the most important historic sites in the Loire Valley. The magnificent abbey was closely connected to the Plantagenet royal dynasty and is the final resting place of Henry II, Richard the Lionheart and Eleanor of Aquitaine. On your return to Chinon, cycle through the picturesque wine-growing landscapes of Anjou.
Example of hotel: Hotel de France in ChinonDay 4 - From Chinon to Azay-le-Rideau, approx. 35 km
Through extensive woodland and the romantic Indre Valley, today's route takes you to Azay-le-Rideau. Quiet roads, traditional stone houses and idyllic river scenery make this a particularly enjoyable stage. At the end of the day, discover Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, one of the finest Renaissance châteaux in France, beautifully surrounded by water and gardens.
Example of hotel: Hotel Grand Monarque in Azay le RideauDay 5 - From Azay-le-Rideau to Chenonceaux, approx. 60 km
Leaving the Indre Valley behind, you cycle towards the Cher via Montbazon and Bléré through the varied landscapes of the Touraine. The highlight of the day is the elegant Château de Chenonceau, also known as the “Ladies' Castle” because of the influential women who shaped its history. Take your time exploring the magnificent interiors and beautifully designed gardens.
Example of hotel: Hotel La Roseraie in ChenonceauxDay 6 - From Chenonceaux to Blois, approx. 75 km
Today's longest stage initially follows the Cher to Montrichard before continuing across the countryside through peaceful villages and rural landscapes. Along the way, you pass Château de Cheverny, one of the Loire Valley's most elegant estates. Your destination is Blois, a former royal residence whose historic centre and impressive Château Royal reflect several centuries of French architectural history.
Example of hotel: Hotel Le Monarque in BloisDay 7 - From Blois to Tours, approx. 70 km
Your final cycling stage once again follows the Loire, with beautiful views of the majestic river along the way. Visit Amboise and its impressive royal château, where Leonardo da Vinci spent the final years of his life. His former residence, Château du Clos Lucé, can also be visited before you continue along the Loire back to Tours.
Example of hotel: Grand Hotel in ToursDay 8 - Individual departure or extra nights
After breakfast, your cycling holiday through the Loire Valley comes to an end. Look back on an unforgettable journey filled with magnificent châteaux, historic towns, vineyards, beautiful river landscapes and the unmistakable charm of the French way of life. À bientôt!
Hotel examples: Your accommodation will mainly be in the hotels specified above however, in the event that a hotel is unavailable on the required date, an equivalent hotel will be booked.
Note for people with limited mobility
The cycle tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. However, in specific cases it is possible to accommodate individual customer requests (e.g. barrier-free room).
Passport and visa requirements
To check in to your hotel you will need a valid passport or ID card.
For citizens of countries outside the Schengen area other regulations may apply. You are responsible for obtaining any visa you may require in good time.
Terms and Conditions of Payment:
The deposit of 10% of the tour price is due at the latest 14 days after receipt of the booking confirmation. The balance must be paid 14 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
According to our General Terms and Conditions, the customer may withdraw from the contract at any time in writing. In the event of cancellation or non-commencement of travel, the following cancellation fees will become payable:
20% of the tour price up to 42 days before departure
25% of the tour price from 41th to 22nd day before departure
40% of the tour price from 21st to 15th day before departure
60% of the tour price from 14th to first day before departure
90% of the tour price day of arrival or No-Show
If the customer makes changes of the date of travel up to 42 days before departure, we will charge a processing fee of € 50,00 per booking. After this date, the cancellation policy will apply. Such changes to a booking may only be made in individual cases and if possible; the customer has no right to any changes.
Our detailed Terms and Conditions of Business can be viewed on our website at https://www.radurlaub.com/en/home.html; upon request, will also send them to you by e-mail.
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Standard information
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
This ensures that you will benefit from all EU rights applicable to packages. Company OÖ Touristik GmbH will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, the company OÖ Touristik GmbH has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302 https://www.radurlaub.com/en/reisebedingungen.html.
Financial cover for customers
The tour operator OÖ Touristik GmbH, Freistädter Str. 119, 4041 Linz has completed a bankruptcy insurance with Raiffeisen Landesbank Oberösterreich AG, Europaplatz 1a, 4020 Linz. The liquidator is the Europäische Reiseversicherung AG, Kratochwjlestraße 4, 1220 Wien, Email: info@europaeische.at, 24-hour emergency number: +43 1 3172500.
Travelers have to contact the liquidator within 8 weeks if they are denied claims due to the insolvency of OÖ Touristik GmbH. Details on the business license of OÖ Touristik GmbH can be found on the website https://www.gisa.gv.at/abfrage under the GISA number 14930096.
Parking possibilities
You can park your car in the hotel garage during your cycling holiday in the Loire Valley. Costs per week approx. € 60,00. No reservation possible. Payable on site.
Arrival: 12.03.2027 - 31.10.2027
every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Arrival: 12.03.2027 - 31.10.2027
Discounts
Saving tips
valid on the base rate and half board supplement
Children´s discount (3rd person in extra bed with 2 full-paying persons)
- child up to 01 years -100 % (additional bed)
- child 02-10 years -50 % (additional bed)
- child 11-16 years -10 % (additional bed)
Rental bikes
21-speed/free-wheel
€ 198,00 per person and stay
Electric bike/Unisex bike, freewheel
€ 295,00 per person and stay
Deposit: € 250,00 (payment on arrival)