What's Included

Itinerary

Below is the 2018 Itinerary as an example, subject to change at Alpcycles discression

If you want to acclimatise and get some altitude training in before La Marmotte, as well as the opportunity to ride more of the Central Alps, our 9 Day package is for you OR book our Weekend package which is perfectly formed and gives you everything you need to focus on your ride. We have a high returns rate and new riders securing early for both trips, so places are limited. The itineraries for both are below:

Sunday: 9 Day guests will be collected from Lyon Airport (LYS) on Sunday 1st July at a time to be confirmed. On arrival at the chalet there will be afternoon tea, time to meet the guides & resort team, build bikes and take a spin before dinner in the evening.

Monday: Descend Alpe d’Huez down to the valley and ride out to Col d’Ornon, 1367m, 13km long. Back to the foot of Alpe d’Huez and a climb home, 1780m, 15km long.

Tuesday: Another classic climb, we head out for the Col de Glandon, 1924m, 29km. We will then return to Alpe d’Huez via the lesser known back road, with some lovely views. This will be a good chance to start to get a look at La Marmotte route, so that you have an idea of what is coming at the weekend.

Wednesday: Today we will climb the Col du Lauteret from Bourg d’Oisans, 2058km, 30km long and then the 9km to the top of the Col du Galibier to the highest point of 2642m. This is the opposite direction to the Marmotte route, so you will get a good reccie today.

Thursday: Riding to be decided and the guides will see how everyone is feeling. We don’t want anyone to burn out before the weekend.

Chalet night off so guests will eat out at a local restaurant (not included)

Friday: REST DAY. The Weekend guests will be arriving and it’s time to rest the legs & body a little before the weekend.

Saturday: Today gives everyone a chance to go for a spin locally. Pick up your packs from the registration area and have wander around the Expo soaking up the atmosphere. Dinner will be early tonight with Ade giving his famous team talk to run through the route and ensure you get the best out of your ride tomorrow.

Sunday: A very early start and the big day has arrived! Guests will descend to Bourg d’Oisans and wait with anticipation in the start pens. All Alpcycles guests are in the second wave with a 715am start time. The Alpcycles team are with you from the start, middle and at the finish line for this mammoth event.

Monday: After breakfast we will run 2 scheduled transfer times that will drop guests at Lyon (LYS) airport. Please check the Booking Confirmation to check which transfer your flights will fit into and contact Shelley with any questions at all. Time to head home with plenty of tales to tell we are sure.

Tour Operator La Marmotte Entry, Airport transfers, accommodation & great food, support, alpcycles.com VIP feed station and hospitality all included.

Accommodation

Marmotte 8 Night Package: Our 8 night riders will be staying with us at Chalet Dauphine, in the heart if old Alpe d'Huez and with great facilities for guests. With good sized communal areas, secure bike storage and well appointed ensuite bedrooms this lovely chalet also has wifi in most areas. Your stay includes breakfast each day and afternoon tea & 3 course evening meal on 7 days (1 chalet night off), as well as members of the Alpcycles team on hand throughout to ensure you are well looked after.

Marmotte Weekend Package and Marmotte Accom/Logistics Package: Both of our 3 Night Packages are based at the Belle Aurore Hotel in Alpe d'Huez. We are always pleased to be working with the team at the Belle Aurore Hotel who have looked after our riders superbly over many years. Located perfectly in the Alpe d'Huez resort. The hotel has comfortable, spacious ensuite rooms, free wifi, secure bike storage, bar and restaurant. Both of the packages include breakfast, afternoon tea & 3 course evening meal each day, as well as one of the Alpcycles team located at the hotel to ensure you are well looked after.

Key Points

An overview of this package:

·         You are travelling with a trusted OFFICIAL TOUR OPERATOR

·         Your Event Entry is included

·         Alpcycles VIP Feedstation is included

·         Airport transfer from/to Lyon (LYS) at SET TIMES are included

·         Accommodation is Half Board and located in Alpe d’Huez

·         Securing deposit for Marmotte 8 Night package = £400 pp

·         Securing deposit for Marmotte Weekend package = £300 pp

 

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Download the Booking Form for the package you require and email it to Shelley at enquiries@alpcycles to reserve your place with us

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Alpcycles Booking Conditions: Booking Conditions and Payment methods 2018