Loire Valley Family Bike Tour - Kids & Teens
Storied Landscapes & Magical Castles
From $4,499 - $4,749 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights
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It has all the makings of a fairy tale. Storybook castles. Towers, flying buttresses and flawless gardens. Fertile fields, graceful rivers and idyllic biking routes. Exquisite treats at patisseries and gourmet meals. The Loire Valley—a family getaway that ends with "happily ever after."
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France
Start/End St-Pierre-des-Corps
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Pedal peaceful family-friendly bike routes connecting unforgettable castles and magnificent old-world landscapes
- Walk in the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci and check out some of the inspirations for his technological innovations
- Explore medieval, Renaissance and classical châteaux and get a taste of royal treatment at gracious castle-hotels
- Ride on horseback along the Loire River, learn how to fence and make chocolate with the experts (Just for kids)
France
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 family-friendly bike routes past enchanting villages and serene woodland | Explore Château de Chambord, the region's largest castle and a magnificent display of French Renaissance architecture | Bike forested back roads and vineyard-covered hills | Relish unparalleled views of Chambord's towers and steeples from our exquisite hotel.
Days 2-3 Venture to Cheverny, the castle that inspired Hergé's rendition in The Adventures of Tintin | Kids hop in the saddle for a horseback-riding adventure | Follow the river by bike toward the lively town of Amboise, where there's time to stroll, shop and sip un café | Visit Leonardo da Vinci's home, Clos Lucé, where you'll marvel at the models and designs of his famous creations | Kids get a tasty lesson in chocolate making at a family-owned chocolaterie | Relax poolside at our hotel, an ivy-covered manor.
Days 4-6 Explore magical Château de Chenonceau, with its richly appointed interiors and dazzling artwork | En garde! Youngsters wield épées with a world-class fencing master before a special medieval-themed dinner just for them | Adults take a leisurely afternoon ride from one charming village to the next before returning to our elegant château-hotel | Discover the rolling pastures and goat farms behind the Loire's famous fromage de chèvre | A peaceful route through vineyards and villages leads to Château de Villandry and its extraordinary gardens | Say au revoir to the Loire after one last morning spin as you take in views of the valley from our hotel's grand terrace.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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F Family Dates - Teens & Kids
2020 August
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more Guests: from $4,499 pp dbl occ
- 9 Guests: from $4,999 pp dbl occ
- 8 Guests: from $5,199 pp dbl occ
- 2-7 Guests: Give us a call or reach out here!
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