Tour de France VIP Access 2026: The French Alps Challenge

Duration
10 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Challenging
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

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.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Fly to Geneva

Fly to Geneva

Day 2: Arrival in Geneva & transfer to Annecy

Arrival in Geneva & transfer to Annecy

Day 3: Lake Annecy & Col de Leschaux bike ride, Annecy walking tour, and optional sunset boat cruise

32 km 2224 m

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Lake Annecy & Col de Leschaux bike ride, Annecy walking tour, and optional sunset boat cruise

Day 4: Col de la Forclaz & Col du Marais bike ride

42 km 4131 m

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Col de la Forclaz & Col du Marais bike ride

Day 5: Stage 17 Starting Village Hospitality, travel to Alpe d’Huez region, and optional Alpe d’Huez via Villard-Reculas bike ride

28 km 4022 m

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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

Day 6: Col de la Sarenne bike ride

35 km 6644 m

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Col de la Sarenne bike ride

Day 7: Stage 19 Alpe d’Huez climb, Finish-Line Hospitality, and meet & greet with EF Pro Cycling team staff

28 km 4039 m

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Stage 19 Alpe d’Huez climb, Finish-Line Hospitality, and meet & greet with EF Pro Cycling team staff

Day 8: Travel to Paris

Travel to Paris

Day 9: Montmartre walking tour, Stage 21 viewing on the Champs-Élysées, and EF Pro Cycling team party

Montmartre walking tour, Stage 21 viewing on the Champs-Élysées, and EF Pro Cycling team party

Day 10: Fly home

Fly home

Day 10: The Louvre and optional Paris monuments bike tour

The Louvre and optional Paris monuments bike tour

Day 11: Optional Versailles Palace & Gardens excursion or free time in Paris

Optional Versailles Palace & Gardens excursion or free time in Paris

Day 12: Fly home

Fly home

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

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

About the Paris,French Alps

Read the French Alps cycling guide