Rivers and Chateaux of the Loire Walk

Ms Blair, 06/10/2019

Helen could not do enough for us - we had never been on a trip like this previously but found everything was clearly explained and we felt very comfortable throughout. Even when we had a problem with one of the hotels Helen was immediately responsive and helped to negotiate a suitable solution. Highly recommend this to anyone who is thinking about their first walking holiday.

Ms ROBY, 01/10/2019

Enjoyable wander through French countryside ending in the magnificent sighting of three chateaux. Gentle walking with time to stop and stare. The route instructions ensure that walkers can keep on the route without asking ‘which way!

Mr Eason, 01/10/2019

The part of the Loire we visited (our 1st visit) was interesting (mainly for the variety between the 3 chateaux included). The actual walking between the locations was, in truth, pretty boring. Not Headwaters fault but we expected more of a GR route than mainly farm tracks and cycle paths. Also, we were surprised and disappointed by the extreme flatness of the Loire "valley".

Mr Unerman, 14/09/2019

An excellent experience where we could walk independently, taking our time to see and experience what we wanted, but with really well researched route notes to ensure we could find our way easily. Highly professional reps helped make our holiday an even better experience. We returned physically tired but mentally refreshed.

Prof Beevers, 29/07/2019

Our twenty first holiday with Headwater.........speaks for itself really! The formula is just right: walk a day, explore a day, good hotels, professional, reliable reps, interesting areas and good notes and maps..

Mr Morton, 13/06/2019

Great introduction to the Loire. Good introduction to Walking Holidays

Mr Keen, 25/05/2019

A straightforward and easy walk, interspersed with days to view old towns and chateaux. Varied hotels and we enjoyed some excellent food

Mrs Banning, 11/10/2018

The holiday was very enjoyable once we had arrived. Be sure to check all the details of travel arrangements.

Ms Osborne, 05/07/2018

Both times we have been on your holiday they have been well organised and well planned. Hotels well chosen, food very pleasant. Hope to go one a few more in future years

Mr Normand, 13/06/2018

A gentle walking holiday just right for our age with sufficient tourist interest to fill in the non-walking days.

Mr Etheridge, 24/05/2018

Our 6th or 7th Headwater holiday. Although not as physically challenging as some of the others - purposely - this was one of the best. The hotels were excellent and their staff extremely friendly and helpful. It was a new experience having a "minder" as most of our other holidays used hoteliers as local reps, but this time Marc your rep was helpful, and charming . The walking was good, route notes so good we only referred the maps a couple of times. And the weather was great - who needs more? Thanks!

Mr Thompsell, 25/09/2017

A great introduction to a luxury walking holiday

Mr Fuller, 14/09/2017

A lovely area to visit, with well-planned routes, excellent accommodation and helpful representatives.

Dr Hurley, 05/07/2017

We really rated Amboise and Blois and enjoyed a trip to Tours. The range of wild flowers we saw and bull frogs too whilst walking were amazing. The House of Magic in Blois was great so glad we found the time to stop there. The Headwater Reps were really helpful and enabled us to tailor the activities to our needs.

Mrs Tyce, 07/06/2017

We had a well organised trip which went smoothly.

Mr Kaye, 05/06/2017

Excellent locations, accommodation, food and service from local reps. Good instructions and walks, but check the amount of walking on metalled surfaces before booking.

Mr Lowe, 18/08/2016

The local team gave us really useful practical tips and were very friendly

The holiday exceeded our expectations in terms of pure enjoyment, accuracy of walking routes and notes and we particularly appreciated the views, suggested stops for refreshments and quality of the hotels we stayed in

Ms Gane, 27/07/2016

Easy walking, lovely views and good food

Mrs Stoyle, 18/07/2016

A very easy paced walking holiday in an interesting area of France.