Cycling holidays in the Loire

Cycle at your own pace from one delightful hotel to the next on a self-guided cycling holiday in the Loire. We transfer your luggage, and supply you with our highly reliable route notes and a high-quality bike, leaving you free to enjoy the elegant châteaux.

Cycling holidays in the Loire –

leisurely and carefree

Graceful châteaux, a rich history, and strong wine-making traditions, mean that our cycling holidays in the Loire are about more than cycling. We encourage you to stop to visit châteaux, museums and vineyards as the mood takes you – you’re not part of a group, and have no luggage (we transfer your bags to the next hand-picked hotel), so make the most of it, following our trusted route notes at your own pace.

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Where to go cycling in the Loire Valley

One of the main reasons for choosing a Loire Valley cycling holiday is the châteaux, so we’ve made sure that our route takes in a good variety: turreted Azay-le-Rideau, gloriously grand Chambord, and the Renaissance masterpiece of Chenonceau all feature on our Châteaux of the Loire cycling holiday.

For more ideas, see our full range of walking and cycling holidays in the Loire Valley.

Are our cycling holidays in the Loire right for you?

If you’re looking for a particularly easy cycling holiday, the Loire Valley is an excellent choice, as the terrain is generally flat, electric (e-)bikes are available, and the numerous places of interest provide the perfect excuse for frequent breaks. To be sure that they are right for you, check our grading system below. (Our grading system assumes you are using a ‘regular’ bike, so if you choose an e-bike, bear in mind that the cycling will be considerably easier.)

Grade 1

Easy cycling for all with shorter days mainly on the flat, but some gentle ascents.
Grade 1-2

Easy-to-moderate cycling featuring undulating routes with more frequent short ascents, and a mix of shorter and longer days.
Grade 2

Moderate cycling with some longer, steady uphill sections, and longer days.
Grade 2-3

Fairly strenuous cycling featuring longer days with some sustained climbs. (We don't currently have any holidays at this level.)