The Loire valley, famous for its Renaissance châteaux is one of the top French tourist destinations. We will visit Blois, Angers, Chenonceau and Chambord and have unique views from our shells of the châteaux in Montsoreau and Saumur and the numerous country mansions built on the banks of the Erdre by rich Nantes families in the 18th century.

The region is also known for the quality of its wines. Lucky you! We will spend 3 nights among the vineyards and taste the full range of the local production: red, rosé, dry white, sweet white and sparkling wines.

You will row on the Loire and its tributaries: the Vienne, Maine, Erdre and Cher. Rowing under the arches of the château at Chenonceau is every rower's dream.

History is everywhere. Meet many French kings and their mistresses as well as the king of England, Richard the Lionheart whose recumbent figure awaits you at Fontevraud Abbey.

Programme (6 days, 7 nights)

Saturday: Hotel check-in

Sunday: Transfer to Blois. Château visit. Rowing on the Loire. Night in Blois.

Monday: Visit to Fontevraud abbey. Rowing on the Vienne and the Loire to Saumur. Night in Chalonnes

Tuesday: Visit to the château in Angers. Rowing on the Maine. Wine tasting at the vineyard. Night in Chalonnes

Wednesday: Transfer to Nantes. Rowing on the Erdre. Night in Chalonnes

Thursday: Visit the Rochemenier troglodyte village. Chenonceau Château visit. Rowing on the Cher (and under the château). Night in Blois

Friday: Visit to Chambord château. Return to Le Perreux. Rowing on the Marne.

Saturday: Hotel check-out

Boats used: gig quads / yolettes / C-Vierer

Daily rowing distance: average 16 km, maximum 27 km

Number of participants: Min 8, max 10

Cost: 1870€ (+320 in single room) ALL inclusive: accomodation, meals incl. drinks, boat rental, visits, transfers, support team 

Non-rowing companions: Max 2, 1670€ (+ 320 in single room) all included except rowing