Cycling French Alps
7 Nights, 6 Days
Prices From £900
Intermediate / Advance
Vehicle Support
Experienced Guides
600 – 650Km
12000 -14500m
Tour du Mont Blanc Week
We have designed our “Cycling French Alps Ultimate Cols” cycling holiday to showcase the very best climbs and cater for riders of all abilities in the hope that everyone can enjoy it.
Climbing a mountain on two wheels is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding things you can experience on a bike. Every year the mountain roads of the French Alps become a giant playground for thousands of cyclist from all over the world.
Some riders will race up the climbs, trying to set personal bests and challenge for the King or Queen of the mountains spot. On the other hand, some prefer to shift down a few gears, taking their time to admire the stunning scenery.
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Dream it, Ride it, Achieve it
From the moment you arrive at Geneva airport, you will have nothing the think about other than riding your bike. We have got everything covered for you.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Return Geneva Airport Transfer
7 Nights Accommodation
6 Ride Days
6 Continental Style Breakfasts
Post Ride Snacks
6 Two Course Evening Meals
Vehicle Supported Rides
Experienced Guides
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Coffee & Lunch Stops
Personal Injury Insurance
Alcoholic Drinks
Bike Hire
ALL YOU NEED IS YOUR BIKE AND YOUR PASSPORT
The Very Best Climbs
Cycling French Alps Ultimate Cols is a 7-day cycling holiday involving rides over some of the famous Tour de France climbs.
The week will feature the Col du Galibier, Col de Telegraphe, Col de la Madeleine, Col de la Loze, Lacets de Montvernier and the 21 mythical bends of Alpe d’Huez.
Each day you will experience a new challenge on the twisting roads that advance up these renowned mountains.
The week will involve approximately 650km of riding, coupled with 14,500 meters of ascents and descents.
All our routes will take you into area’s of spectacular mountain scenery. From snow covered peaks, colourful meadows full of wide flowers and, crystal clear lakes. We are sure it will be something you will talk about for a lifetime.
Fully Supported Rides
All rides during the “Cycling French Alps Ultimate Cols” trip will be fully supported by knowledgeable guides and a support vehicle.
The support vehicle will carry energy bars, fresh water and energy drinks to help keep your performance levels to their maximum.
This vehicle will also carry a range of spare parts and tools in order to assist with any minor mechanical problems.
Week Schedule
This itinerary is the give you some idea of how the “Tour du Mont Blanc Week” will be structured. However, this is subject to change depending on weather conditions and the ability of the group.
Please arrange your flights to land as close as possible to midday.
Once at your accommodation, there will be tea, coffee and a homemade cake waiting your arrival.
After you have reassembled your bikes there will be the option to go for a short ride.
We will do 4 short(ish) climbs taking us into the spectacular mountains of the Vanoise National Park
Our featured climb is 30km in length with an average gradient of 4% and, a maximum gradient of 8%.
The summit height is 2188m
