Cycle the Loire - Nevers to Orléans

What's Included

• Accommodation
  6 nights in a combination of B&Bs and 2-3 star hotels

• 6 breakfasts - breakfasts are continental style and consist of croissants, breads, jams, cheese, yoghurt, coffee, tea and juices.

• 6 nights in a combination of B&B's and 2-3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (option to upgrade to 3-4 star hotels and B&Bs, supplement applies)

• Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps, roadbook and GPS Tracks

• 21 speed mens or ladies bike equipped with two panniers, helmet, anti-theft device, bike computer and repair kit (e-bikes available - supplement applies)

• Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess

• Tourist tax

• Emergency hotline

• Travel to Nevers and from Orleans

• Meals not listed as included, drinks

• Travel insurance - mandatory

• E-bike hire, supplement applies

• Guide – this is a self guided cycling holiday

• A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room

• Entrance fees not listed as included

• Transfers if you need to skip a stage

• Excess Luggage

• Handlebar phone holder – we recommend bringing your own to follow the route more easily using the app

• Items of a personal nature

• Printed documents are available - additional cost applies. Must be requested and will be provided locally at the joining hotel. Please ask our consultant for details.

What's Not Included

• Travel to Nevers and from Orleans

  Travel to the starting point in Nevers and from the endpoint in Orleans is not included.
  
  

• Meals not listed as included

  Lunch, dinner, and drinks are not included.
  
  

• Travel insurance

  Travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
  
  

• E-bike hire

  E-bike hire is available for an additional supplement.
  
  

• Tour guide

  This is a self-guided cycling holiday, so no tour guide is included.
  
  

• Single room supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Entrance fees

  Entrance fees not listed as included are excluded.
  
  

• Transfers if you need to skip a stage

  Transfers are not included if you need to skip a stage.
  
  

• Excess luggage

  Supplement applies for excess luggage.
  
  

• Handlebar phone holder

  We recommend bringing your own handlebar phone holder to follow the route more easily using the app.
  
  

• Items of a personal nature

  Items of a personal nature are not included.
  
  

• Printed documents

  Printed documents are available at an additional cost.
  
  Must be requested and will be provided locally at the joining hotel.
  
  

• Hotel taxes if applicable

  Hotel taxes, if applicable, are payable directly to the hotel.
  
  

Grading

INTRODUCTORY to MODERATE – GRADE 2
Daily cycles are between 31 and 50km / 19 and 31mi on flat to undulating terrain. The cycling is on a combination of dedicated cycle paths and low traffic side roads. The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.