Classic Cols of the Tour De France
Short but extremely challenging tour de France route through the heart of the French Alps, tackling tough climbs made famous by the Tour de France and finishing on the renowned Alpe D’Huez.
This short but extremely demanding 5-day cycle challenge takes us through the heart of the French Alps, tackling the toughest mountain climbs made famous by the Tour de France route. Spectacular views of mountain peaks, alpine valleys and hanging glaciers make the long twisting climbs worthwhile! Our challenge ends with two of the toughest and most renowned ascents in the region: the demanding Col du Galibier and the steep hair-pin bends of Alpe D’Huez.
Conquering these mountains will earn you a life-long sense of achievement and give you something in common with the most elite cyclists in the past 100 years! Join those who have tackled the tour de france route on this incredibly journey.
vital statistics
- Highlights: Each day includes two Tour de France route mountain climbs
Over 6000m accumulated height gained in 3 days of cycling.
Approx. 8 hours in the saddle per day
- Price: £729.00 to £769.00
- Price Includes:
- Meals: Most Meals
- Duration: 5 days
- Comfort Level: Mid-Range
- General Notes: 28 Jun - 2 Jul 2012
20 - 24 Sep 2012
27 Jun - 1 Jul 2013
19 - 23 Sep 2013
- Action Grade: Full On - Live, breath, eat and sleep your chosen sport
- Where:
Europe
- France-- South East France
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
- Accommodation is in 2-3* hotels, picked for their proximity to the tour de France route. The hotels are comfortable with en suite facilities; standards may vary between the hotels.
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