CYCLE RETREATS TOUR - FRENCH ALPS

by Cycle Retreats
Region
Rhone-Alpes
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Difficult
D-Score™
D4 - Epic

Overview

The French Alps tour takes in some of the classic iconic climbs often featured on the Tour de France and is a trip of lifetime memories. A stunning and very special tour over 7 nights. The climbs include Galibier, Telegraphe, Coll de Madeline and Alpe d'Huez.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Welcome Ride

45 km 250 m

D1

Welcome Ride

Day 1: Semnoz

60 km 1450 m

D2

Semnoz

Day 2: Col Du Forclaz & Col Du Marais

83 km 1900 m

D2

Col Du Forclaz & Col Du Marais

Day 3: Col Du Madaline

75 km 1976 m

D2

Col Du Madaline

Day 4: Col Du Glandon & Croix Fry

72 km 2230 m

D2

Col Du Glandon & Croix Fry

Day 5: Col Du Galibier & Col Du Telegraph

68 km 2400 m

D2

Col Du Galibier & Col Du Telegraph

Day 6: Alpe D'Huez

84 km 2175 m

D2

Alpe D'Huez

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Coaching sessions
Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the French Alps

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