Alpes Open Cycle Tour (Aug 14-18, 2011)
This trip of a lifetime will take you from the shores of Lake Geneva to La Toussuire! The event is called a “Rando-sportif,” and it’s recommended for avid cyclists who want to test their limits on road cycling’s most notorious terrain. Don’t let that deter you however; you don’t need to be a semi-professional to take part in this tour. It’s very amateur-friendly and anyone who’s participated in the past will mention how friendly and pleasant the environment is.
This 5-stage event will lead you along ridiculously scenic roads and mountain passes, the best that the Alps have to offer. Among the list of destinations you’ll be visiting Les Saisies, Val-Cenis, Alpe d'Huez, and La Toussuire. In general, this tour isn’t timed; although several climbs along the way (such as Alpe d’Huez) will be. On average, you’ll be riding 55 miles daily. As if you weren’t already drooling, this chance of a lifetime literally puts you in the cleats of professionals, since you’ll be riding with professional teams on all six stages. Professional cyclists that will be joining the Alps Open Tour will be released early April, so keep an eye out for the list if you’re interested in this upcoming experience that’s unlike anything else!
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vital statistics
- Highlights: Chatel, Beaufort, Courchevel, La Toussuire, Alpe d’Huez, Val Cenis, Col de la Madeleine, Col du Galibier, Col du Mollard, and Cormet de Roselend.
- Price: £614.00 (€740.00) to £768.00 (€910.00)
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Price is per person for package
- Price Includes: Accommodation, All taxes, Local information/maps, Luggage transfers
- Duration: 5 days
- Comfort Level: Mid-Range
- General Notes: This All-inclusive Package Includes: 6-night Accommodations (check-in On August 13th; Check-out On August 19th); Daily Breakfast; Daily Dinner (drinks Are Not Included); Greeting At Geneva Airport And Transfer To Your First Hotel On August 13th; Transfer To Geneva On August 19th After Stage 5; Mechanic Services On August 13th For Bike Assembly And Tuning; Luggage Transfer; Storage Of Bicycle Box Throughout Your Trip; Entry Fee To The “Alpes Open Tour”; Medical And Technical Assistance Throughout Ride; "Personal Accident & Injury" Insurance; Use Of Feed-stations; Jersey “Cyclomundo."
- Action Grade: Active - You will be on the go most of the time.
- Suitable for: Advanced
- Where:
Europe
- France-- South East France
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
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Average Score: 4 / 5
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