This challenging alpine adventure begins with demanding rides around Lake Annecy, climbing toward Col de Leschaux and taking on the steep ascent of Col de la Forclaz. Then it’s on to Alpe d’Huez, where you’ll ride Col de la Sarenne before it makes its Tour debut and conquer the mountain’s famous 21 hairpins ahead of Stage 19. Exclusive race access includes touring the EF Pro Cycling Team bus, riding across the finish line and taking podium photos before Stage 19 atop Alpe d'Huez, and witnessing the finale from premium seating on the Champs-Élysées. Cap it all off celebrating with the team at their exclusive invite-only post-race party in Paris. 8 nights in handpicked hotels, Private local transfers, Train from Grenoble to Paris, Support van for bike rides, 8 breakfasts, 6 dinners with beer or wine, 1 French pastry tasting & 1 French delicacies tasting, Behind-the-scenes Tour de France access in partnership with Sports Tours International, 2 expert European Tour Directors/bike guides, Performance road bike (Road racing bike and e-road bike available for a fee), EF Adventures cycling jersey, helmet, GPS tracking device, and other biking equipment, 5 days of guided bike rides through the French Alps, Select guided sightseeing tours. The tour begins with demanding rides around Lake Annecy, climbing toward Col de Leschaux and taking on the steep ascent of Col de la Forclaz. Then it’s on to Alpe d’Huez, where you’ll ride Col de la Sarenne before it makes its Tour debut and conquer the mountain’s famous 21 hairpins ahead of Stage 19. Exclusive race access includes touring the EF Pro Cycling Team bus, riding across the finish line and taking podium photos before Stage 19 atop Alpe d'Huez, and witnessing the finale from premium seating on the Champs-Élysées. Cap it all off celebrating with the team at their exclusive invite-only post-race party in Paris.
Fly to Geneva
Arrival in Geneva & transfer to Annecy
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Lake Annecy & Col de Leschaux bike ride, Annecy walking tour, and optional sunset boat cruise
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Col de la Forclaz & Col du Marais bike ride
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Stage 17 Starting Village Hospitality, travel to Alpe d’Huez region, and optional Alpe d’Huez via Villard-Reculas bike ride
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Col de la Sarenne bike ride
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Stage 19 Alpe d’Huez climb, Finish-Line Hospitality, and meet & greet with EF Pro Cycling team staff
Travel to Paris
Montmartre walking tour, Stage 21 viewing on the Champs-Élysées, and EF Pro Cycling team party
Fly home
The Louvre and optional Paris monuments bike tour
Optional Versailles Palace & Gardens excursion or free time in Paris
Fly home
Hotel