• Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine
  • Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine
  • Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine
  • Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine
  • Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine
Loire Valley Castles

Family week between the castles of Sologne and Touraine

4,7/5 (16 reviews)
Réf : FLOIRIBT7

In summary

  • Sports
    Leisure Cycling
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Leisure Cycling
    Beginner

    For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

    Intermediate

    For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

    Confirmed

    For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

    Advanced

    For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

    Expert

    For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.
  • Destination
    Centre-Val de Loire / Loire Valley Castles
  • Age
    Up to a 90imum of years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    56.5 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

This beautiful week-long itinerary is ideal for nature and outdoor enthusiasts. With its short daily distances, you can enjoy the Loire Valley's gems by bike : perfect for families, thrill-seekers, those seeking a relaxing holiday, and history buffs! Begin your journey at the fabulous Château de Chambord and then head towards the Château de Cheverny , "Tintin's castle," passing through vineyards, before ending your day in Chitenay. On the third day, cycle to Chaumont-sur-Loire to discover the château's grounds dedicated to plant and landscape art, which host the annual Garden Festival with its unique theme. The following day, you'll head towards the iconic Château de Chenonceau and its unique architecture, the only one of its kind in France, as it spans the Cher River. Your fifth day takes you to the banks of the Loire in the magnificent town of Amboise and to the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci once lived. You finish your bike tour by going to Tours .

The highlights

  • A week in the heart of the Loire Valley castles
  • Discover the Loire by bike without covering long distances
  • Accessible to all types of cyclists, young and old
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Photos

Chenonceau
Cycliste regardant la Loire à St Dyé

Sport

Level

Leisure Cycling

Beginner

Levels

Leisure Cycling
Beginner

For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

Intermediate

For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.

Confirmed

For those wishing to cycle 50 km a day. The stages are sometimes hilly and follow cycle paths, greenways, and secondary roads. A trip suitable for anyone who cycles occasionally.

Advanced

For those wishing to ride 70 km per day. The stages may be hilly, with a maximum daily elevation gain of 800 m. You engage in sports 1 to 2 times a week and cycle several times a month.

Expert

For those wishing to cover up to 100 km per day with a maximum elevation gain of 1,000 m. You are athletic and engage in an endurance sport several times a week.

For those wishing to cycle around 30 km a day on flat terrain. The stages follow cycle paths for the most part. An ideal trip for a family holiday or for adults who enjoy short bike rides.

In figures

PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE

  • Average duration/day: 3h
  • Average distance/day: 30 km

Management

The digital roadbook is your travel companion.
Digital Roadbook
The Road Book for Discovery app will allow you to benefit from personalized itineraries. You'll have access to all the recommendations and advice for each route, allowing you to enjoy your trip safely and with peace of mind! Your travel journal will also be available on this app.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
  • map

    Blois - Bracieux

    • Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Distance 32 km
    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    For this first day, you'll head towards the Chambord estate, initially along the banks of the Loire River and then inland. The park opposite the formal gardens of the Château de Chambord is an ideal spot for your picnic lunch. Feel free to spend the rest of the day exploring the estate and even the château itself (not included). To round off your day, there's nothing better than a visit to the Maison des Vins (Wine House), located near the château, where you can discover the AOC wines of Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny. At the end of the day, make your way to your hotel in Bracieux, where you'll spend the night.

    Our favorite spot: the rooftop terraces of Chambord

    Day 1

Note

This tour takes you past the most beautiful Loire Valley castles while covering short distances each day. You'll change hotels daily.

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 6
You will be sleeping in ** hotels.
These small establishments all offer maximum comfort for a good night's sleep.
All rooms are equipped with a shower or bathtub and a toilet .
The breakfast included in the price of the stay is hearty to give you the energy you need for another day of cycling!

All our hotels are also certified Accueil Vélo : they therefore have a secure bike storage area where you can safely store yours.
We favour family-run hotels owned by people who are passionate about their work, promoting friendliness and a welcoming atmosphere for their guests.

Access

Departure
Blois
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Tours
Day 7

Price details

The price includes

  • 6 nights in ** hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • The tourist tax
  • Digital travel logbook
  • GPS app with custom routes
  • 7/7 Telephone Support

The price does not include

  • Personal expenses
  • Equipment rental, including bicycles and other gear
  • Luggage transfers
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Skip-the-line tickets for the castles of Chambord, Cheverny, Chaumont-sur-Loire and its garden festival, Chenonceau, Clos Lucé, Amboise and Villandry
  • Round-trip transportation to and from the tour location

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Luggage transfer : CHF166.25 / person
  2. Ticket Package - Adult Ticket Package : CHF143.45 / person
  3. Ticket package - Child ticket package (ages 7-17) : CHF82.65 / person
  4. Hybrid bike (VTC) - Hybrid bike (from 1.12m) : CHF76.00 / unit
  5. Hybrid bike (VTC) - Child seat (up to 2 years old) : CHF18.05 / unit
  6. Hybrid bike (VTC) - 2-seater trailer (up to 40kg) : CHF81.70 / unit
  7. Hybrid bike - Follow me (between 1.12m and 1.36m) : CHF67.45 / unit
  8. Electric Assist Bicycle (EAB) - Electric Assist Bicycle (from 1.52m) : CHF191.90 / unit
  9. Electric Assist Bicycle (EAB) - Child seat (up to 2 years old) : CHF18.05 / unit
  10. Electric Assist Bicycle (EAB) - 2-seater trailer (up to 40kg) : CHF81.70 / unit
  11. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,7/5
(16 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
V

Veronique

june 2026
Translated from French
A well-organized trip, appreciated luggage transfer service, electric bike rental with very responsive support, a pleasant journey with well-planned stages. A great experience. Except for one or two establishments that disappointed us, the hotels were generally well-located and offered a warm welcome.
Published on 23/07/2026
f

florence

september 2024
Published on 13/09/2024
E

Emilie

august 2024
Translated from French
A wonderful family trip from castle to castle. We had some lovely surprises at the hotels. Each stop felt less like a sporting challenge and more like a long, beautiful walk, where everyone could adjust their pace according to their energy levels. We opted for electric bikes and luggage transfer: in temperatures of 35 to 38 degrees Celsius, we certainly didn't regret it.
Published on 17/08/2024

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,7/5
(16 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
V

Veronique

june 2026
Translated from French
A well-organized trip, appreciated luggage transfer service, electric bike rental with very responsive support, a pleasant journey with well-planned stages. A great experience. Except for one or two establishments that disappointed us, the hotels were generally well-located and offered a warm welcome.
Published on 23/07/2026
f

florence

september 2024
Published on 13/09/2024
E

Emilie

august 2024
Translated from French
A wonderful family trip from castle to castle. We had some lovely surprises at the hotels. Each stop felt less like a sporting challenge and more like a long, beautiful walk, where everyone could adjust their pace according to their energy levels. We opted for electric bikes and luggage transfer: in temperatures of 35 to 38 degrees Celsius, we certainly didn't regret it.
Published on 17/08/2024
L

Lionel

july 2024
Translated from French
Alright.
Published on 04/08/2024
G

Gaston

september 2023
Translated from French

Well-organized itinerary. Well-chosen. The hotels selected are Logis de France establishments where it's pleasant to stay.

Published on 02/10/2023
S

Stéphane

august 2023
Translated from French

A magnificent tour along the Loire à Vélo cycling routes to discover the most extraordinary castles in the region. The staff were incredibly welcoming, warm, and helpful at all the places we visited (hotels, restaurants, castles), even the SNCF ticket inspector on the return journey – a welcome change from home in Switzerland.
Excellent organization, travel journal, app, luggage transfer. Absolutely nothing to complain about. Well done and highly recommended!
Thanks again for this wonderful week of cycling.

Published on 06/09/2023
C

Christelle

july 2023
Published on 16/08/2023
T

Thierry

july 2023
Translated from French

A wonderful week. The hotels were welcoming, almost too good for us at times.

Published on 23/07/2023
T

Thierry

july 2023
Translated from French

A wonderful week. The hotels were welcoming, almost too good for us at times.

Published on 23/07/2023
P

Patricia

june 2023
Translated from French
Everything went very well: good choice of hotels, friendly partners, beautiful destination, well-planned itinerary, and well-organized castle visits. BUT, a very poor GPS app that didn't give directions correctly. The road signs are insufficient, sometimes poorly placed, or have become illegible. Thanks, Google Maps!
Published on 18/06/2023
The Alexandre team
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The Alexandre team

4.4/5 (396 reviews) • 34 stays
Specializing in Loire à Vélo cycling trips since 2013, our local partner is the leading expert in the Loire Valley. Based in Blois, they guide travelers from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their trip. Their team recommends the best routes for discovering the châteaux with a balanced mileage. Their goal is to offer an authentic and effortless experience through meticulous organization and a network of welcoming partners.
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