CYCLING IN THE LOIRE VALLEY

Self Guided Leisurely Relaxed Itinerary RT Trip Specific Cycling Culture

8 days from GBP699 to GBP749 land only
Tripcode: LSR

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Countries Visited: France

Essential Information

Trip Profile

Average daily distance: 30-40 km (19-25 miles) depending on routes chosen.
No of days cycling: 6 (including 2 optional rides).
Vehicle support: none whilst riding, luggage is transferred between hotels for you.
Terrain and route: the suggested cycling mainly follows quiet tarmac roads past villages, farms, vineyards, woodland and alongside rivers. There are no significant ascents or descents. Alternative routes are available on most days.

Accommodation

7 nights 2 and 3 star hotels. All rooms have en suite facilities, and some have pools.

Food

All breakfasts and 3 dinners included.

Reality Check

Cycling conditions This is a self-guided cycling trip for those who like to cycle independently, but with back up to take out the hard work and planning. We arrange your accommodations, provide you with a map and route notes so that you can cycle at your own pace, while your bags are transported from one hotel to the next.

Grade: A Please see the introductory pages of the Cycling Holidays brochure or view the grading and trip classification page for more information.

Normal group size and age

Self guided. Route notes and maps are provided. Minimum age 14.

Icons explained

Self Guided Self-Guided trips are only available to cycling enthusiasts in Europe. These holidays are the perfect choice for those who like to travel independently and at your own pace, yet still benefit from our quality research, back-up and support. We'll arrange your accommodation, provide you with detailed maps and route notes, and transport your bags from one hotel to the next.


Leisurely If you can ride a bike and enjoy gentle exercise then these are an ideal introduction to a cycling holiday. Unfortunately no routes are entirely flat, so expect some short climbs and descents. Maximum daily height gain is approximately 250 metres and daily distances rarely exceed 50 kms (32 miles), often any longer days are optional.


Relaxed Itinerary Relaxed Itinerary: A range of itineraries seeking out intriguing and off the-beaten-path destinations in a little extra comfort!


Cycling Cycling: Our cycling holidays come in all shapes and sizes; from gentle self-guided trips in the Veneto, to tackling the High Atlas in Morocco, or exploring the length of Vietnam.


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