Loire Valley Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Casual & Deluxe Hotels
Loire Valley Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-4
Casual & Deluxe Hotels
2025: May-Jun, Aug-Oct
Storybook Châteaux & French Countryside
The Loire Valley—right out of a fairy tale. Graceful castles and flawless manicured gardens. An idyllic scene made lush by the majestic water of the Loire River. A rolling symphony of vineyards, orchards, fields and rivers. Decadent cuisine and exquisite wines to cap off a day of bike touring. Order and elegance have shaped the Loire Valley. Now it’s your turn.
Highlights
- Bike through a landscape fit for kings and queens to explore Renaissance, medieval and classical châteaux
- Relax at gracious castle-hotels, admire grand French architecture and experience the richness of life in the Loire Valley
- Taste unique wines from local vineyards and savor the gastronomic delights of one of France's most fertile regions
- Visit Candes-St-Martin and Montsoreau, both designated by France as Les Plus Beaux (the most beautiful) villages
Start/End St-Pierre-des-Corps
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Ride quiet rural roads to charming villages and inspiring architectural landmarks in a World Heritage landscape • Wander the impeccable grounds of Château de Chambord, the Loire’s grandest castle • Cycle parts of the beautiful regional bike path network, La Loire à Vélo • Relax at a lovely French manor-turned-hotel set on 34 acres of magnificent woodland.
Night 1
This hospitable family welcomes us to their refined and sunny hotel, once a 17th-century manor, that maintains traditional French aesthetics with a modern pool. (pool)
Days 2-3
Bike along rolling hills to Château de Chaumont, set among verdant lawns and meandering paths • Explore the castle's plush chambers and impressive themed gardens • Delve into fascinating French history where it actually unfolded • Discover Amboise, one of the region’s loveliest and most historic towns • Choose an outdoor table and sip a café on Rue Nationale, a prime people-watching spot • Ride through a splendid forest and along the River Cher to Chenonceau for a tour of the noble home’s richly appointed salons and vast galleries.
Nights 2-3
A turreted castle nestled amid trees on a terraced slope overlooking the Loire River. (pool)
Days 4-6
Embark on a leisurely ride through fields, vineyards and forested Loire villages from Château de Villandry, a 16th-century castle with stunning gardens • Bike along the River Loire and immerse yourself in the area’s joie de vivre • Venture off the beaten path in picturesque old-world spots like Montsoreau and Candes-St-Martin • Share riverside paths with local cyclists en route to one-of-a-kind troglodyte hamlets and the town of Saumur, home to some of the region's finest wines • Ride through cabernet franc vineyards and arrive in postcard-perfect Brissac-Quincé • Pause at the water’s edge to admire the view • Opt for a final spin through the countryside or a peaceful morning at the hotel.
Nights 4-5
Decadent French styling and sweeping views of the Loire River are highlights at this elegant castle-hotel.
What's Included
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Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Casual Hotel
This hospitable family welcomes us to their refined and sunny hotel, once a 17th-century manor, that maintains traditional French aesthetics with a modern pool. (pool)
Nights 2-3
*Deluxe Hotel
A turreted castle nestled amid trees on a terraced slope overlooking the Loire River. (pool)
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Decadent French styling and sweeping views of the Loire River are highlights at this elegant castle-hotel.
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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