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Type
In line progressive trail rides
Comfort
In 3-4 star hotels
Level
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
Highlights

This horseback ride in the Loire castles is no more offered.
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A horseback trail ride in the steps of French history, and around the most famous Loire castles: Chambord, Beauregard, Cheverny: these wonderfull renaissance's castles bring us into the heart of French History. This itinerary starts in the favorite hunting forests of the renaissance French kings.
 

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Itinerary
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INDICATIVE ITINERARY :


Day 1: Arrival to Relais de Chambord ****, briefing, gourmet diner and night at Relais de Chambord.

Day 2: Chambord. AM - about 3 hours on horseback. Beginning of the ride fom Chambord along the "grand Canal" with spectacular views on the Château de Chambord, then in the larg alleys of Boulogne forest around Chambord, then back to Château de Chambord on horseback : Royal ! Lunch in Chambord. PM - Visit of Chateau de Chambord. Gourmet diner and night at Relais de Chambord.

Day 3: Beauregard - Cheverny. AM - about 3 hours on horseback. Begining of the ride from Chambord to chateau de Beauregard by the Boulogne forest. We have the privilege to enter by the front path of the chateau : an unforgetable experience ! Visit of chateau de Beauregard, and discovering of his famous "gallerie des illustres", intact since XVII century. Picnic with foie gras in chateau de Beauregard. PM - about 1 hour 30 on horseback. We leave to chateau of Cheverny on horseback by the countryside and Cheverny vinyards. Visit of Château de Cheverny. Transfer to Blois. Gourmet diner in Blois, and night at Coté Loire, char- ming guest housse in front of Loire river in Blois. Night light show of chateau de Blois in season.

Day 4: Breakfast and departure.

* Indicative itinerary that may be changed if necessary.
 

MEETING/DEPARTURE
MEETING:

Between 4 and 7 pm at Relais de Chambord. By train: Blois train station, then take a taxi to the hotel (about 50 € / car).

DEPARTURE:

After breakfast in Blois. Taxi to Blois train station (about 20 € / car).

Riding
NIVEAU:

niveau équestre
RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be able to walk, trot and canter outdoor on open spaces.

MAXIMUM WEIGHT:
95 kg.


HORSES: 
Selles-Francais, French trot and Anglo-Arabian horses. All trail ride professionals. The choice of the horses has been motivated above all, by the strong desire to make you enjoy your trip in total safety. The horses are quiet and generous. Your companion is chosen for you according to your riding level and experience, height and weight.


TACK: 
English and trail ride saddles.


GUIDE:
Professional licensed English speaking equestrian guide.


GROUP SIZE:
4 to 10 riders + guide.

Comfort
ACCOMMODATION:

image 640Hotels and guesthouses, 2-3 person bedrooms. Single bedroom available with supplement. Accomodations are always located close to the castles we visit and combine the charm with comfort. 17th century...Renaissance...you will enjoy the magic of old-stoned dwellings, of hundred-year-old trees, and sometimes of the Lords' authentic and cordial welcome. Comfortable and refined rooms with private bathroom are waiting for you. A heated swimming pool often offers relaxation after the ride. We offer you a taste of genuine gastronomy from the heart of France: some picnics with foie gras, traditional food of the region, gourmet dinners in private chateaux ... you will taste and experience the french art de vivre.

MEALS:

Lunches in restaurant or picnics, dinners in "gourmet" restaurants.

LUGGAGE TRANSFERS: 

By car.

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This horseback ride in the Loire castles is no more offered.
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This horseback ride in the Loire castles is no more offered.
See the 7 days trail ride