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Tour de France Week 2019

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Tour de France 2018 Package: Monday 16/07/18 - Sunday 22/07/18

This 2018 Tour de France Package in the Alps is one you will not want to miss. Our luxury chalet is based in the heart of old Alpe d'Huez and you will have experienced nothing like the build up to a Tour de France finish on this infamous mountain. On stage day from "Dutch Corner" to the finish line, the legendary 21 Bends will errupt with a sea of cheers and colour as 10s of 1,000s of people celebrate the greatest show on earth.

Our package, including 2 Stage visit days & 3 fully guided & supported challenging ride days in a spectacular part of the Alps and covering some iconic climbs such as Col du Galibier and Col du Glandon is not to be missed.

Package Price = £1,600.00 / €1,750.00 per person Book Now

Based on twin share en suite room
Single supplement available on request (subject to availability)

What's Included

What’s included in the Tour de France package:

Below is the current 2018 package

Airport transfers from the airport (16/07/18) and to the airport (22/07/18) Lyon International Airport at set times.
6 nights Chalet Accommodation in a single base location (no packing up and moving)
5 nights Half Board, 1 night B&B (1 night eating out, not included)
3 Guided Ride Days
Van Support and Feedstations on the guided ride days
2 Stage visits
All resort logistics organised by us
Alpcycles team of staff & guides there to give you the best experience possible

What’s not included in the package is below:

Flights or trains
Insurance for you and your bike
Lunches & drinks outside of anything outlined above
Bike hire if required

Itinerary

Below is the current 2018 itinerary and may change subject to

Monday 16^th July:

Arrival day, The start of your stay with us and an exciting week based in the heart of some exceptional riding.

You will be collected from Gate 17 of Lyon International Airport (LYS) at 1230pm and transported to the hotel. On arrival, you will meet the team, discuss the week ahead and get settled in. Please ensure that all flights and trains are scheduled to arrive by 1145am.

Once at your accommodation, meet the team, set up bikes and get settled in. There is no guiding today, but you may want to go on a quick spin to check your bike (and your legs) are all in working order!

Welcome meeting at 1800pm
3 Course Evening Dinner with wine

Tuesday 17th July:

Example Local Ride Day, Col d'Ornon & Alpe d’Huez, Today we will take a spin down the valley to ride the Cols d'Ornon. This is a great little 13km local climb to get the legs working, taking you to 1367m. We then head up the famous 21 switch backs of Alpe d’Huez……definitely a memorable first days riding! TBC

Breakfast
3 Course Evening Dinner with wine

Wednesday 18^th July:

Example Big Ride Day, Col du Glandon, We head to the end of the valley today and ascend the famous Col du Glandon. At 29km and 1924m this will be quite a challenge for all our roadies. TBC

Breakfast
Eating out at a local restaurant tonight (not included)

Thursday 19^th July:

Stage 12, Bourg St Maurice - Alpe d'Huez: The much awaited stage day. From "Dutch Corner" to the finish line, the legendary 21 Bends will errupt with a sea of cheers and colour as 10s of 1,000s of people cover the road into Alpe d'Huez. Your chalet is in the heart of the old town and a prime base for the day. Enjoy every minute!

Breakfast
3 Course Evening Dinner with champagne

Friday 20th July:

Stage 13, Bourg d'Oisans - Valloire: Our second chance to watch the riders fight it out in the mountains. Itiereary for today TBC

Breakfast
3 Course Evening Dinner with wine

Saturday 21st July:

Example Big Ride Day, Col du Galibier, The final ride of the trip and a challenging one at that. The route for today has yet to finalised but we are certain you will enjoy every second and end the week with tired legs and a big grin TBC

Breakfast
3 Course Farewell Dinner

Sunday 22^nd July:

Departure day, After a memorable week with our team, our first transfer will be leaving at a time to be confirmed** and heading back to Lyon International Airport (LYS). So we say “farewell” to all our guests and are sure you will leave with some great memories.

**Please note, Please discuss departure flight time options with Shelley when booking this package.

Breakfast

Accommodation information

Once again we have the perfect package. We have handpicked an amazing luxury chalet in the heart of the old town of Alpe d'Huez for this trip, which is hosted by our team who will ensure you have a great time off the bike too. With cyclists breakfasts, gourmet cooking, a splash of red wine and the support of the Alpcycles team this makes for the best cycling holiday you will ever have............unless you have stayed with us before, in which case you will be used to the best already!