This holiday is inspired by the 2023 and 2025 Tour de France Alpine stages, offering six exceptional rides through spectacular scenery. It features famous and future classic alpine climbs, with three route options daily for flexibility: Classic, Harder, and Challenge routes with optional extra loops and climbs. The holiday includes a traverse of the Savoie area with two-night stays in the same location, comfortable hotels selected for their location and cyclist-friendliness, and excellent support from two customized vans and two skilled guides. It is designed for flexible pace and offers a classic route manageable for fit cyclists, with challenging options for more experienced riders. Daily stats for distance and climbing are provided. The holiday emphasizes individual support, allowing riders to cycle at their own pace. Transfers are available from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Thonon-les-Bains on arrival and from Brides-les-Bains to Geneva Airport on departure. The tour includes 7 nights twin-share hotel accommodation with breakfasts, 6 three-course evening meals with drinks (for 2026), airport transfers, photos, and financial protection via ABTOT and ABTA. Day 1 involves climbing the Col de Jambaz and Col de la Ramaz, with optional extras including the Col des Moises, Col de Cou, and Col du Feu. Day 2 features the Col de Joux Plane, with options to ride the Vallée du Fer-à-Cheval or loop up to the Col de la Joux Verte and Avoriaz. Day 3 includes the Col de la Colombière, with optional rides to the Chapelle des Confins or over the Col de la Croix Fry. Day 4 covers the Col des Aravis and Col des Saisies, with options to ride to the Barrage de Saint-Guerin or up the Col du Pré. Day 5 focuses on the Cormet de Roselend, with options to ride to La Plagne or take an easier route down the Isère Valley. Day 6 explores the Les Trois Vallées via the Col de la Loze and Col de la Tougnète, with easier options available. Note: For 2027 tours, dinner on one night in Brides les Bains is not included, allowing for exploration of local restaurants. Essential Information covers weather variability in the mountains, recommending warm and waterproof layers. Fitness requirements are detailed, with Classic and Challenge routes catering to different levels. Hotels are generally 3-star, with specific mentions of a boutique spa hotel in Les Gets and two 2-star hotels in Beaufort; twin rooms are standard, with single room options available. WiFi availability and reliability are noted as variable. Laundry facilities are limited, but guides can assist with drying hand-washed kit. Dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice, and consistency in dietary preferences is requested. Daily timings for breakfast, set-off, lunch, and dinner are provided. Lifts in the support van are available for assistance. A warning is issued regarding the use of carbon wheels with rim brakes due to potential delamination on descents. A list of recommended bike spares to bring is provided, along with information on available tools for bike assembly. Travel document requirements for entering the EU are outlined, including passport validity and the upcoming ETIAS authorisation. Travel insurance is mandatory.
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