{"id":1073,"date":"2023-07-30T09:21:28","date_gmt":"2023-07-30T09:21:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walkingholidaysfrance.com\/?post_type=tours&p=1073"},"modified":"2024-04-02T08:21:09","modified_gmt":"2024-04-02T08:21:09","slug":"loire-valley-walking-tour","status":"publish","type":"tours","link":"https:\/\/walkingholidaysfrance.com\/fr\/tournees\/visite-a-pied-de-la-vallee-de-la-loire\/","title":{"rendered":"Visite \u00e0 pied de la vall\u00e9e de la Loire"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-1073","tours","type-tours","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"main_site_title":"","tagline":"Experience the magic of inn-to-inn hiking in France on the Chateaux trail as you journey through the Loire Valley's tapestry of history, nature, and culture.","cover_image":1100,"has_page":true,"pay_in_installments":false,"custom_product_link":"","custom_product_pop_up":"","custom_text_badge":"","youtube_video":"","product_gallery":[1099,1102,1103,1104,1101,1105,1106,1107,1108],"product_description":"Imagine stepping into a living canvas, where the brush strokes of history and nature blend to create a masterpiece of breathtaking beauty and where every stone, every vineyard, and every ch\u00e2teau has a story to tell.\u00a0Loire Valley\u00a0<\/strong>Walking Tour is a seven-day sojourn that weaves through the heart of France along the most enchanting stretch of the\u00a0Chateaux trail<\/strong>.\r\n\r\nThe Loire Valley, a\u00a0UNESCO World Heritage site<\/strong>, is a symphony of nature's finest elements. Verdant vineyards, golden farmlands, and whispering forests form a mesmerising backdrop to the\u00a0grand ch\u00e2teaux\u00a0<\/strong>that punctuate the landscape, each a testament to the region's rich heritage.\r\n\r\nWhether it's the mediaeval allure of\u00a0Chinon<\/strong>, the Renaissance elegance of\u00a0Azay-le-Rideau<\/strong>, the bustling city life of\u00a0Tours<\/strong>, or the royal charm of\u00a0Amboise<\/strong>, each day unveils a new chapter of discovery.\r\n\r\nThe hikes are mostly on\u00a0flat terrain<\/strong>, following a well-trodden path. The first stage from Chinon to Azay-le-Rideau is the longest, but it's possible to avoid it with a\u00a0train ride<\/strong>. As you walk, you'll be treated to stunning views of the French countryside, with its lush vineyards, golden wheat fields, and the majestic\u00a0Loire River<\/strong>\u00a0winding its way through the landscape.\r\n\r\nAt Walking Holidays France, we take care of all the details, from\u00a0booking accommodations<\/strong>\u00a0that offer a warm welcome after a day's hike to providing a\u00a0detailed handout<\/strong>\u00a0with a day-by-day itinerary. We also deliver\u00a0GPS navigation<\/strong>\u00a0through a user-friendly app and local recommendations to enrich your experience.\r\n\r\nOur\u00a0inn-to-inn hiking<\/strong>\u00a0experiences ensure that your\u00a0luggage is transferred<\/strong>\u00a0safely from one place to the next, allowing you to focus on the journey and the beauty surrounding you.\r\n\r\nAre you ready to\u00a0taste the wines<\/strong>\u00a0nurtured by the Loire Valley's fertile soil? 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