Chateaux & Gardens

Duration: 2 days - Price: 89€ The perfect short break to discover the highlights of the Loire à Vélo route between Tours and Orléans. The Loire à Vélo Pass is an all-inclusive package (excluding accommodation and dinner) that lets you explore the Loire Valley at your own pace, without worrying about the logistics. Over 2 days, enjoy an unforgettable cycling experience through majestic châteaux, beautiful gardens, picturesque villages, vineyards and riverside cafés. Your Pass includes: Classic bike hire with helmet (electric bikes available for an additional charge). 2 lunches and 2 afternoon snacks to enjoy at participating partner venues. Admission to the Loire Valley's major attractions, including Chambord, Chenonceau, Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau and Chaumont-sur-Loire, as well as numerous museums, gardens and guided tours. Wine and local food tastings. More than 60 exclusive offers and benefits from partner restaurants, attractions, leisure activities and local shops along the route.   >> Discover all the Pass benefits HERE You'll love: A hassle-free package designed so you can simply relax and enjoy the ride. The freedom to create your own itinerary, with bike pick-up and drop-off available in Tours, Amboise, Blois and Orléans. The very best of the Loire à Vélo route, including world-famous châteaux, gourmet stops and charming villages.

Price: €21 Chambord, a symbol of French Renaissance throughout Europe and the world. Just 2 hours from Paris, the Loire Valley’s largest château stands within Europe’s largest fenced park. The Domain, surrounded with a 32-km wall, covers 13500 acres. Listed as a historical monument since 1840, it has been also a World Heritage site since 1981. Do not miss : the double-spiral staircase, which may have been inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, the viewpoint from the rooftop, the sculpted ceilings on 2nd floor, the collections (over 4500 paintings, tapestries, furniture and works of art), the music festival in July, the exhibitions, the horse show, the roar of the stags or the local wildlife.

Price: €12 (public price: €13) The Fortress of Montbazon, the stronghold of the terrible Count of Anjou, Foulques III Nerra, dominates the Indre valley and the town of Montbazon from the top of its rocky spur. It is one of our oldest military constructions. Home to the oldest keep in France still standing, its history stretches from the end of the 10th century to the 15th. As well as a particularly immersive guided tour, you can discover the trades of the Middle Ages through skits and demonstrations: war machines in action, weapons master, stone cutter, potter, herbalist, calligrapher...  Children can try their hand at a host of medieval games, and leave with their knight of the fortress diploma! The fortress tavern serves fouées, salads, planks and other delicacies.

The perfect package for a 4-day cycling adventure along the Loire à Vélo route between Tours and Orléans. The Loire à Vélo Pass is an all-inclusive package (excluding accommodation and dinner) that lets you explore the Loire Valley at your own pace, without worrying about the logistics. Over 4 days, take the time to visit iconic châteaux, wander through picturesque villages, savour local specialities and enjoy countless discoveries along the Loire. With bike pick-up and drop-off available at four locations—Tours, Amboise, Blois and Orléans—you are free to create your own itinerary and enjoy a flexible point-to-point cycling holiday. Your Pass includes: Classic bike hire with helmet (electric bikes available for an additional charge). 4 lunches and 4 afternoon snacks to enjoy at participating partner venues. Admission to the Loire Valley's major attractions, including Chambord, Chenonceau, Villandry, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau and Chaumont-sur-Loire, as well as numerous museums, gardens and guided tours. Wine and local food tastings. More than 60 exclusive offers and benefits from partner restaurants, attractions, leisure activities and local shops along the route. >> Discover all the Pass benefits HERE You'll love: An all-in-one package for a carefree cycling holiday, including bike hire, meals, visits and tastings. A truly immersive experience combining heritage, nature, gastronomy and the unique Loire Valley way of life. The freedom to plan your own route, with bike pick-up and drop-off in Tours, Amboise, Blois or Orléans.