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France's Pro Tour - Pyrenees to Paris Cycling Vacation
2010 France's Pro Tour - Pyrenees to Paris
Dates: July 19 - 26, 2010
Length: 8 days / 7 nights
Location: France
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Tour Starts: Toulouse, France
Tour Ends: Paris, France
Cost: $5,299.00 pp dbl. occup.
Single Supplement ($US): $850.00

Welcome to one of the greatest weeks in the history of cycling! In addition to celebrating 100 years of racing on the mythical Col du Tourmalet in the French Pyrenees, you'll be front row-and center at France's Pro Tour as Alberto Contador, Andy Schleck, and Lance Armstrong battle each other for cycling's greatest prize all the way to Paris.

Due to our enviable hotel locations, the race will be passing by you each day as you step out our hotel's front door and ride on the legendary official race routes on the same day as the pros! Along with experienceing all the excitement and pageantry of France's Pro Tour, you'll also witness the craziness of the Publicity Caravan, the final time trial through the world-famous Bordeaux vineyards, and the climatic sprint in the heart of Paris!

In addition to all the great cycling, you'll enjoy our deluxe and luxury accommodations where you'll be able to unwind following each day's adventure on the road. Add to that the camaraderie of fellow cyclists from all around the country and you have all the ingredients for the greatest vacation of your life! So join us this summer for a legendary ride through the heart of France and create a new legend - namely, one of your own!

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Enviable hotel locations right on the official race routes for 4 stages! Step out your front door and you're "there!"
  • Cycling the Col du Tourmalet on the same day as the pros and being a part of the 100th Anniversary of this mythical climb.
  • Riding the "beyond category" climbs of the Col d'Aubisque (on same day as the pros) and Luz Ardiden.
  • Cycling to and experiencing the beauty of the Cirque du Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the Pyrenees National Park.
  • Relaxing in luxury at our 4-star hotel/spa in the world-famous Chateau Margaux's vineyards while enjoying two private group dinners.
  • Riding the final time trial course through the Bordeaux vineyards before watching it live on the same day. Our hotel is located right on the time trial course!
  • TGV high-speed train transfer from Bordeaux to Paris on the final Sunday morning of the race!
  • Watching the final stage from our luxury suites overlooking the Rue de Rivoli and the Tuilieries Gardens.

 

Bicycling Magazine chooses Velo Echappe as a Top 15 trip. Read more now!