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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

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Destination

Loire castle horseback ride. A week riding in the footsteps of characters from the history of France via Chambord, Beauregard, Cheverny, Amboise. Like Louis XII, François 1er, Catherine de Medicis, Diane de Poitiers. you ride in the large game forests including the prestigious Amboise forest, and walk along the wonderful valley of the Cher, ... going from castle to castle.

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Itinerary
Programme intro

LOIRE CASTLES
INDICATIVE ITINERARY :

DAY 1 : ARRIVAL
Free arrival to Relais de Chambord ****, briefing, gourmet diner.
Night in Relais de Chambord**** 

image-20211207195412-2DAY 2 : CHATEAU AND PARK OF CHAMBORD
AM – about 3h riding
We start our ride from Chambord along the « Grand Canal » with its spectacular view on the Château. We enjoy the beautiful sand paths of Boulogne and Chambord forest and come back to Château de Chambord on horseback : Royal !
Lunch in Chambord.
PM – walking tour
Visit of Chateau de Chambord. The largest and the most magnificent of all Loire Valley castles which has been ordered by Francis the 1rst and achieved in 1519. Horse and birds show if available (not running daily).
Gourmet diner and night in Relais de Chambord****
 

DAY 3 : CHATEAUX OF BEAUREGARD & CHEVERNY
AM – about 1h30 riding
Begining of the ride to chateau de Beauregard by Boulogne forest. We have the privilege to enter by the front gate of the chateau : an unforgetable experience !
Visit of chateau de Beauregard and its famous « Gallerie des illustres » intact since the 17th century. Gourmet picnic in chateau de Beauregard.
PM – about 1h30 riding
We leave the chateau of Beauregard on horseback by the countryside to reach Cheverny region and its famous vinyards in the middle of the afternoon.
Visit of Château de Cheverny and its gorgeous Renaissance furnitures.
Diner and night in Relais des Landes****

image-20211207195542-3DAY 4 : CHATEAU OF FOUGÈRES & CHAUMONT
AM – about 2h riding
We start day 4 by visiting the well preserved chateau of Fougères sur Bièvre. This little castle is one of the rare with still medieval inspiration in Loire Valley. Departure on horseback through countryside to reach river Beuvron for lunch, in a lovely restaurant.
PM – about 1h riding
We enjoy a short riding afternoon through Touraine toward château of Chaumont sur Loire. End of the ride and visit of the château and its famous international garden festival.
Night ans dinner in the charming manor Domaine des Thomeaux*** where you may enjoy its spa.

 

image-20211207195832-4DAY 5 : LOIRE'S BANKS - CHATEAU OF AMBOISE
AM – about 1h riding
We start our day on the Loire banks, juste under Chaumont sur Loire castle. Then we ride along the river and its beautiful biodiversity classified in UNESCO’s World Inheritance.
Lunch in a local restaurant in Mosnes or Chargé,  charming villages « Toureangeau ».
PM – about 2h riding
Last ride to chateau d’Amboise by the Loire Valley. Special and unic arrival in Chateau d’Amboise on horseback by « La porte des Lions », the medieval king’s gate, followed by a private guided tour of Chateau d'Amboise
Gourmet dinner and night in Chateau de Noizay****

DAY 6 : CHATEAU OF CLOS LUCÉ & CHENONCEAU
AM – about 1h30 riding
We start our last day by a great ride on Cher banks and its amazing view on Chenonceau castle famous arches. We then enjoy the visit of the castle and its georgous furnitures and decoration, followed by our lunch in amazing « Orangerie » of the château.
PM – walking tour
We finish our week by a free time in Amboise to visit georgous château of Clos Lucé, last home of Leonardo daVinci, or a visit of Amboise old town and its lovely traditional shops. Last goodbye drink with your guide in Amboise. Last gourmet dinner and night in Chateau de Noizay****

DAY 7 : DEPARTURE
Breakfast in Chateau de Noizay followed by your free departure. Transferts (not included) for Amboise train station or Saint Pierre des Corps.
 

* Indicative itinerary that may be changed if necessary.

Meeting / Departure
MEETING:

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

DEPARTURE:

After breakfast at Domaine de Choiseuil. Taxi to Amboise train station (about 20 € / car)

Riding

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

MAXIMUM WEIGHT:
90 kg.

GUIDE:
Professional licensed English speaking equestrian guide.

GROUPS:
5 to 8 riders + guide.

inn to inn horseback riding tripHORSES: 
Arab and Franche Montagne crusaders. 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.

Comfort

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Very comfortable hotels and guest houses. Rooms for 2-3 people. Rooms for 1 person available with supplement. The accommodations are always located near the castles you visit and combine charm and comfort. 17th century ... Renaissance ... you will appreciate the magic of old houses, hundred-year-old trees and sometimes the genuine and cordial welcome of the lords. Comfortable and refined rooms with private bathroom await you.
As an indication, subject to availabilities: 2 nights at Relais de Chambord, 1 night at Relais des Trois Châteaux, 1 night at Domaine de Thomeaux, 2 nights  at hotel Le  Choiseul
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image-20211207133313-8MEALS:
We invite you to taste authentic gastronomy from the heart of France: a few picnics with foie gras, traditional regional cuisine, gourmet dinners in chateaux or great restaurants ... you will taste and experience the French "art de vivre".



LUGGAGE TRANSFERS:
Provided by an assistance vehicle.

Rates
Infos tarif

 

2024 PRICE / PER PERSON:

3410 € in 2 person bedrooms
Single bedroom supplement: 798 €
* A supplement may be requested depending on the number of riders registered on the date chosen to ensure the ride: contact us to know the number of registered riders.
Booking fees: 15 €
2025 PRICE / PER PERSON:
3720 € in 2 person bedrooms
Single bedroom supplement: 790 €
* A supplement may be requested depending on the number of riders registered on the date chosen to ensure the ride: contact us to know the number of registered riders.
Booking fees: 15 €

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

The equipped horse, the guide, luggage transfers, accommodation, meals, two glasses of wine per meal, visits, shows and activities, the financial guarantee of your payments by our travel operator deposit.

THE PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE:

Individual insurance, drinks not included, transports to the meeting place and departure place, all that is not indicated in the "the price includes" section .

INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) are compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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