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Meeting: # 6: Saumur
# 3: Blois

Airport:   Paris       Train station:   # 6: Gare de Saumur
# 3: Blois de Chambord

Transfer: Take a taxi from Blois or Samur train stations (depending on your itinerary #).   

Transfers are not included on this trip.
For Saumur to Villandry (itinerary 6 - option A), meet at 7:00pm at Château de Beaulieu for aperitif and briefing on Day 1. On the last day of your trip, transfer is possible from Domaine de Mestre to Saint Pierre des Corps TGV station in Tours (not included).
For Beauregard to Amboise (itinerary 3 - option B), meet at 7:00pm at Relais de Chambord for aperitif and briefing on Day 1. On the last day of your trip, transfer is possible by taxi from Chateau de Blois to Blois-Chambord train station (not included).

Tack: English
Horses: Mixed Selle Francais and Anglo Arabian. Itinerary 3 : mixed breed horses. Itinerary 6 : arabian horses.
Pace: iti 6: fast - 5 riding days from 4h to 6h per day in the saddle iti 3: moderate - 4 riding days from 3 to 4h per day in the saddle.
Level: Riding Level (Click for legend) (3 to 4 out of 5)    Intermediate +
Age: Min 10
Riders: Min 5 riders Max 9 riders


Horses
The choice of our horses has been motivated above all, by the strong desire to make you enjoy your trip in total safety. Our horses are quiet and generous. They are mixed breed horses trained for the trail riding. Your trek companion is chosen for you according your level, height and weight.

Itinerary #3 
Pace: moderate - 4 riding days from 3h to 4h per day in the saddle.
For riders who want to combine horse riding with visits of the most famous chateaux of the Loire.

Itinerary #6
Pace: fast - 5 riding days from 4h to 6h per day in the saddle.
This is a trip best suited for experienced riders that ride on a regular basis and are comfortable and in control of their horse at long and fast canters.


Passport and Visa Requirements: Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except: (a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport NoteFranc. more
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Loire Castles Escape Ride
Tour Code: IT-LOESC
7 days / 6 nights
Dates : Jun to Oct

Trip Rating :
Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
CIntermediate
Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D Strong Intermediate
Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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A 2024 05/05 - 05/11 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 05/12 - 05/18 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
B 2024 06/09 - 06/15 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Saumur to Villa... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 06/16 - 06/22 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 07/07 - 07/13 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Reserve
A 2024 07/30 - 08/05 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 08/04 - 08/10 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Reserve
A 2024 08/17 - 08/23 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 09/08 - 09/14 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 09/15 - 09/21 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
A 2024 09/29 - 10/05 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Reserve
A 2024 10/06 - 10/12 7d / 6n 7 day trip - Chambord to Amb... 5 /9 Sold Out
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Tack: English
Horses: Mixed Selle Francais and Anglo Arabian...
Pace: iti 6: fast - 5 riding days from 4h to...

Airport: Paris
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