Small Group
Loire Valley Biking
The land of the kings
6 Days, 5 Nights
Maximum Group Size
16
Activity Level:
B&R Activity Levels
Priced per person from
$5,995 USD
Single Supplement: $1,250 USD
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Carbon Neutral Trip
Two castles, countless vineyards, and a dash of Joan of Arc (BYO armour). Pedal the Loire’s dreamy countryside from the art-forward forest sanctuary of Loire Valley Lodges to historic Château du Rivau (dibs on Joan’s room, anyone?). Sip top-tier wines, marvel at over-the-top architecture, and relish landscapes so romantic even cynics swoon.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Day 1
Cycle along the banks of the Loire to the majestic Château de Chambord, where a private guided tour reveals centuries of royal history. A classic French picnic and forested ride through Sologne round out this regal introduction to the region. Tonight, we'll have a fabulous dinner at the hotel.
Activity:
Morning ride | 41 km (25 mi.) | Elevation gain: 286 m (938 ft.)
Optional ride | 12 km (7 mi.)
Day 2
Pedal through peaceful countryside to a 500-year family-owned château, where our friend welcomes us for a garden-fresh lunch in her historic home. Choose a short or scenic ride to Cheverny, then explore the Tintin-inspiring château or unwind at the spa before a relaxed bistro dinner.
Activity:
Morning ride | 31 km (19 mi.) | Elevation gain: 205 m (685 ft.)
Optional ride | 31 km (17 mi.)
Optional ride | 9 km (6 mi.)
Day 3
Ride through riverside villages to the romantic Château de Chenonceau, where a private historian brings its storied past to life. Lunch and wine tasting await at a family-run château before we ride nto a tranquil countryside retreat for BBQ and sunset drinks.
Activity:
Morning ride | 46 km (28 mi.) | Elevation gain: 300 m (980 ft)
Optional ride | (10 mi.)
Day 4
Pedal through riverside villages and timeless countryside to the medieval gem of Crissay-sur-Manse, where lunch awaits with valley views. End the day with a private château dinner hosted by our friends, whose dream retreat turned into a heartfelt restoration—and a culinary experience to remember.
Activity:
Morning ride | 43 km (27 mi.) | Elevation gain: 382 m (1,253 ft.)
Day 5
Ride through sun-drenched Chinon vineyards to a medieval town steeped in Joan of Arc lore, with time for tastings, exploration, and lunch on your own. Back at our château, toast the week with a garden tour and a magical farewell dinner under the pergola.
Activity:
Morning ride | 48 km (29 mi.) | Elevation gain: 349 (1,145 ft.)
Optional ride | 56 km (34 mi.) | Elevation gain: 349 (1,145 ft.)
Optional Century Ride | Elevation gain: 831 m (2,726 ft.)
Day 6
After breakfast, we’ll say farewell to the Loire and drive to St Pierre des Corps train station for connections to Paris—both downtown and Charles de Gaulle Airport. Bon voyage!
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Rendezvous
Airport City: Paris
Trip Start: Hotel Les Tresorieres
Time: 8:30am
Farewell
Airport City: Paris
Trip End: St. Pierre des Corps TGV Train Station
Time: 10:00am
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Trip Start and Trip End locations upon booking.
Featured stays
Les Sources de Cheverny
Location: Cheverny, France
Loire Valley Lodges
Location: Loire Valley, France
Château du Rivau
Location: Lémeré, France
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What's included
Accommodation & dining
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Active essentials
Choice of bike as appropriate for terrain, equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
A biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Guided services & gratuities
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation & logistics
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
Access to the B&R support van every step of the way.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Experience Designer
Good to know
Hotels
Like many places in rural France, you'll only find 4-star hotels in the Loire. However, our hotels are equipped with all the amenities you can expect in any great hotel.
Rides
Most of the rides are on flat terrain but expect a few short hills whenever heading inland away from the rivers and a few short sections on mixed gravel roads. We recommend familiarity with biking in these conditions.
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
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