Travel 55 offer you discount on Shearings holidays and tours To book, call Shearings direct on 0844 824 3535 and quote S9990 for the Travel 55 discounted price We don't show all Shearings tours on our site, but discount is available on any holidays in Shearings' brochures* when you book direct with Shearings and quote the Travel 55 ref S9990 *Discount is not available on Rail Trail tours

The Loire Valley Coach Holidays - 8 Days Holiday Highlights Riverside town of Montrichard • Loire Valley’s beautiful scenery • 16th century Villandry Château • Magnificent Chenonceau Château • Bourgeois elegance of Saumur

Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK to Northen France Dover, Calais, then into northern France for dinner at our overnight hotel. (D)	DAY 7: Montrichard to N. France Stopping in Paris en route to our overnight hotel. (B,D)
DAY 2: N. France to Montrichard A stop in Paris before heading to our base for the week, Montrichard. (B,D)	DAY 7: N. France to UK Calais, Dover, then home. (B)
DAYS 3 to 6: Montrichard The start of your holiday in this ancient medieval town on the banks of the River Cher, with its pavement cafes serving petit noirs and grande crèmes. (B,D)

Included Excursions

Full Day: Châteaux and Gardens of the Loire A visit to the magnificent and romantic Chenonceau Château, famed for its gallery built like a bridge across the gently flowing River Cher below and with an equally spectacular interior. This is followed by a trip to the 16th century château at Villandry, with its formal style Renaissance gardens laid out in colourful geometric patterns full of shrubs, flowers and fruit trees. Full Day: Loire Valley Tour A drive along the scenic River Loire takes us to Saumur, overlooked by an imposing fairy-tale château with its four towers rising high above the town. The town is known for being home to the National Riding School and elite Cadre Noir cavalry regiment, as well as being surrounded by one of the oldest vineyards in France, so the chance to sample some excellent white wines is not to be missed. Optional Excursions • Tours • Amboise • Blois Château ‘Son et Lumière’

Hotel Bellevue - Montrichard

The Hotel Bellevue has a stunning position in the heart of medieval Montrichard at the foot of the 11th century castle ruins, with glorious views over the River Cher. All the bars, restaurants, shops and cafes are within easy walking distance, whilst the river’s promenade is perfect for a relaxing walk. • All bedrooms have private facilities, including satellite TV and minibar • Restaurant with panoramic views serving buffet breakfast and dinner • Tea/coffee after dinner • Bar • Lounge No. of rooms: 30 Lift: 1 Official rating: 3 stars

The Loire Valley - 2010 Tour Code ECFRBA
• 7 nights dinner, room & breakfast • 2 included excursions • Luxury Coach travel • Departs: Saturday Dep code: A
Shearings Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: S9990 + Tour Code
April 10*	£499 £475	July 17	£629 £598
April 24*	£549 £522	July 31	£629 £598
May 8	£599 £570	August 14	£629 £598
May 22	£599 £570	August 28	£629 £598
June 5	£619 £589	September 11	£619 £589
June 19	£619 £589	September 25	£599 £570
July 3	£629 £598	October 9	£549 £522
• Single room supplement £124 Please note: Dates marked with an * are available from dep code B

To book, call Shearings direct on 0844 824 3535 and quote S9990 for the Travel 55 discounted price We don't show all Shearings tours on our site, but discount is available on any holidays in Shearings' brochures* when you book direct with Shearings and quote the Travel 55 ref S9990 *Discount is not available on Rail Trail tours

All holidays subject to availability and to Shearings trading charter