• Cycle the Loire Valley | Intrepid
  • Cycle the Loire Valley | Intrepid
  • Cycle the Loire Valley | Intrepid

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Cycle the Loire Valley | Intrepid

Deal number: L4127

Intrepid

Intrepid

Intrepid

Travel Date: 18 September 2027

Travel Date: 18 September 2027

Travel Date: 18 September 2027

France · 7 days tour · Departing from Blois

France · 7 days tour · Departing from Blois

France · 7 days tour · Departing from Blois

This offer expires 15 Jun 2026

Points

408,522

pts

per person

This offer expires 15 Jun 2026

Points

408,522

pts

per person

Cancellation policy

Cancellation permitted, no changes

Product can be cancelled after booking but not changed (without limitation to your remedy rights under the Australian Consumer Law). Refund details and cancellation timeline will be in booking documentation. You will be charged supplier’s cancellation fee (imposed by supplier) and a World360 Rewards cancellation fee of 10,000 points. Fees will be deducted from points used to redeem booking, with any remaining points refunded to you. These fees are in addition to any fees charged by travel brand and/or supplier(s) for other non–World360 Rewards Store components of your booking. Contact World360 Rewards Member Support, Monday - Friday 9am-5pm AEST (and our After Hours Assist team outside of office hours) for support.

6 Nights Hotel Accommodation

6 Nights Hotel Accommodation

6 Nights Hotel Accommodation

6 Breakfasts Included

6 Breakfasts Included

6 Breakfasts Included

Bicycle Hire (E-Bike Option Subject to Availability)

Bicycle Hire (E-Bike Option Subject to Availability)

Bicycle Hire (E-Bike Option Subject to Availability)

Support Vehicle

Support Vehicle

Support Vehicle

Boat & Kayak Transport

Boat & Kayak Transport

Boat & Kayak Transport

Small Group Tour

Small Group Tour

Small Group Tour

Chateau de Chambord visit

Chateau de Chambord visit

Chateau de Chambord visit

Chocolaterie visit and tasting

Chocolaterie visit and tasting

Chocolaterie visit and tasting

Kayaking on the Cher River

Kayaking on the Cher River

Kayaking on the Cher River

Wine tasting in Amboise

Wine tasting in Amboise

Wine tasting in Amboise

Chateaux Villandry & Gardens visit

Chateaux Villandry & Gardens visit

Chateaux Villandry & Gardens visit

Loire River small boat cruise

Loire River small boat cruise

Loire River small boat cruise

Cheese tasting in Angers

Cheese tasting in Angers

Cheese tasting in Angers

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Terms and Conditions apply, see below for further details. This booking is ineligible for points earn.

Terms and Conditions apply, see below for further details. This booking is ineligible for points earn.

Terms and Conditions apply, see below for further details. This booking is ineligible for points earn.

Tour Information

Tour Information

Tour Information

Delight in the charming French countryside and inspiring Chateaux on a Loire Valley cycling adventure. The Loire Valley is renowned for its picturesque countryside, charming villages and impressive food and wine. Combine this with cycling and a kayak on the river, and you’ve got a perfect way to discover the region. Cycle alongside the serene Loire River, visit a selection of classic chateaux, marvel at the manicured gardens and far-reaching vineyards, indulge in local delicacies and enjoy a glass of wine on a Loire River small boat cruise. This small-group adventure through the Loire Valley on a seven-day active cycling journey through the countryside is sure to delight the senses and fulfil all your French fantasies.

Delight in the charming French countryside and inspiring Chateaux on a Loire Valley cycling adventure. The Loire Valley is renowned for its picturesque countryside, charming villages and impressive food and wine. Combine this with cycling and a kayak on the river, and you’ve got a perfect way to discover the region. Cycle alongside the serene Loire River, visit a selection of classic chateaux, marvel at the manicured gardens and far-reaching vineyards, indulge in local delicacies and enjoy a glass of wine on a Loire River small boat cruise. This small-group adventure through the Loire Valley on a seven-day active cycling journey through the countryside is sure to delight the senses and fulfil all your French fantasies.

Delight in the charming French countryside and inspiring Chateaux on a Loire Valley cycling adventure. The Loire Valley is renowned for its picturesque countryside, charming villages and impressive food and wine. Combine this with cycling and a kayak on the river, and you’ve got a perfect way to discover the region. Cycle alongside the serene Loire River, visit a selection of classic chateaux, marvel at the manicured gardens and far-reaching vineyards, indulge in local delicacies and enjoy a glass of wine on a Loire River small boat cruise. This small-group adventure through the Loire Valley on a seven-day active cycling journey through the countryside is sure to delight the senses and fulfil all your French fantasies.

Itinerary

Itinerary

Itinerary

• Arrive in Blois, the gateway to the Loire Valley, beautifully set on the banks of the Loire River • No activities scheduled — flexible arrival time • Important: 6pm welcome meeting with your group leader and fellow cyclists • Suggested free-time options: – Visit Chateau Royal de Blois – Explore the serene St Vincent de Paul Church – Wander the old streets of this charming provincial city
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• Cycling adventure begins after a quick bicycle fitting • Ride along a dedicated bike-only path beside the Loire River to Saint-Dye-sur-Loire • Turn inland via narrow tree-lined country roads to the palatial Chateau de Chambord • Highlights of Chambord: – Commissioned by Francois I, design influenced by Leonardo da Vinci – Central structure with multiple chimneys and sculpted capitals – Manicured gardens to explore • Return ride to Blois through flat pastures on quiet roads • Stop at a local chocolaterie for a tasting en route • Evening free in Blois
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• Optional visit to Chateau de Cheverny — must be requested the day prior • Cycle along scenic plateau before descending to the Cher River • Unique experience: kayak beneath the iconic Château de Chenonceau for a one-of-a-kind view from the water • Continue through the Amboise Forest, rejoining the Loire River into Amboise • Wine tasting on arrival to sample regional offerings • Optional add-on: Château du Clos Lucé — Leonardo da Vinci's final home, now a museum with working models of his designs (walking/cycling distance from town centre)
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• Continue along the Loire River downstream to the Vouvray wine region • Vouvray highlights: – Almost exclusively chenin blanc – High natural acidity = wines that age very well • Cycle on to Tours, crossing the river en route to Chateau de Villandry • Villandry is arguably the Loire Valley's most famous château • Explore the vast, perfectly curated gardens and beautiful U-shaped castle • Time built in to slow down and enjoy the surroundings
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• Longer ride day: approx. 60km, mostly flat • Ride from Villandry along the Loire to Château d'Ussé — inspiration for Charles Perrault's Sleeping Beauty • Optional castle and grounds visit • Continue downstream through two classic French riverside villages: – Candes-Saint-Martin – Montsoreau (with troglodyte homes carved into the cliffs) • Arrive in the charming town of Saumur • Included experience: short small-boat river cruise with a glass of local wine • Free evening — explore cobblestoned streets, visit a sparkling wine cellar, or dine in the medieval centre
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• Cycle from Saumur alongside the Loire for approx. 20km • Head inland to Brissac-Quincé — home to the tallest château in all of France • Gentle descent back toward the Loire and on to Angers • Arrival highlight: cheese tasting at a local fromagerie • Suggested: gather the cycling group for a celebratory final dinner

• No activities scheduled — depart at any time • Additional accommodation in Angers available on request (subject to availability)
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions

Bookings terms and conditions and World360 Rewards terms apply. See links in the footer below.

Bookings terms and conditions and World360 Rewards terms apply. See links in the footer below.

Bookings terms and conditions and World360 Rewards terms apply. See links in the footer below.

Points Price is valid as of 12/05/2026. Offer can be removed from World360 program prior to the end sale date due to exhausted allocation. This offer is only valid for the selected Travel Dates as advertised. The advertised points price is per person, based on twin-share accommodation. Cancellation and changes are permitted outside of 60 days of the departure travel date. Any cancellation or changes need to be requested in writing and sent through to the World360 support team who will confirm if there are any change or cancellation fees associated with the request. Anything within 60 days of the tour departure date will not be permitted for change or cancellation. Full points redemption is required immediately once booking has been confirmed by your World360 consultant. For complete terms and conditions, including any applicable travel date restrictions, please consult your booking agent.

Points Price is valid as of 12/05/2026. Offer can be removed from World360 program prior to the end sale date due to exhausted allocation. This offer is only valid for the selected Travel Dates as advertised. The advertised points price is per person, based on twin-share accommodation. Cancellation and changes are permitted outside of 60 days of the departure travel date. Any cancellation or changes need to be requested in writing and sent through to the World360 support team who will confirm if there are any change or cancellation fees associated with the request. Anything within 60 days of the tour departure date will not be permitted for change or cancellation. Full points redemption is required immediately once booking has been confirmed by your World360 consultant. For complete terms and conditions, including any applicable travel date restrictions, please consult your booking agent.

Points Price is valid as of 12/05/2026. Offer can be removed from World360 program prior to the end sale date due to exhausted allocation. This offer is only valid for the selected Travel Dates as advertised. The advertised points price is per person, based on twin-share accommodation. Cancellation and changes are permitted outside of 60 days of the departure travel date. Any cancellation or changes need to be requested in writing and sent through to the World360 support team who will confirm if there are any change or cancellation fees associated with the request. Anything within 60 days of the tour departure date will not be permitted for change or cancellation. Full points redemption is required immediately once booking has been confirmed by your World360 consultant. For complete terms and conditions, including any applicable travel date restrictions, please consult your booking agent.