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Vineyard et Vélo Cycling & wine tours in the Loire Valley
‘Cycling Tour Company of the Year 2020/2021’
France Prestige Awards
About Us
Vineyard et Vélo- Offering bespoke cycling tours in and around Chinon, France and slightly farther afield within the Loire
We offer a couple options- Firstly; fully guided cycling tours designed to be a fun part of your holiday, a chance to explore the beautiful medieval town of Chinon, as well as sampling some of the very best wines in the Loire Valley. The tour starts at around 10 am and we will finish mid-afternoon. In the past we have offered child-friendly tours, however the reality is that children get hot, they get tired, they don't like wine and they whinge- I know this as I have three boys and this is what I experience every time I drag them off to a vineyard or around town... This tour is therefore only suitable for those of you over 16 years old. We arrange your picnic, the wine tasting, your bike hire, your helmet, the route & even the puncture repair kit! All you need to bring is your passion for wine, cycling & exploring this beautiful part of France.
Secondly; Self guided tours in the heart of the Touraine, covering the areas around Tours, and working all the way down La Loire to Saumur, staying enroute in some beautiful spots, having your luggage moved, your bikes supplied and everything taken care of- apart from the pedalling! We still maintain our love of wine within this tour too, and you will be provided details of a wine tasting stop on each leg of your tour!
And Thirdly... if that's a word? A self guided leisurely lunch ride, starting in Chinon, riding to a quite breathtaking vineyard approximately 10 kilometres from town, enjoying a fantastic 2 course dinner plus full wine tasting experience!
Please check out our pages to find details on everything we do!
This little business was named 2020/21 ’Cycling Tour Company of the Year’ by FrancePrestige Awards! Please always contact us to check dates for 2024 and beyond.
Fully Bespoke Tours
Whether you want to ride 100km or 10km by bike, just let us know, and we'll create a tour in the Loire valley to meet your bespoke needs.
Why choose us?
We have a passion for cycling, and we've developed a real love of the Cabernet Franc grape! We're English and now living in the Loire valley, allowing us to build relationships with the very best vineyards willing to open their doors to you, and your bike!