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July 19- Welcome
to the Pyrenees! Following your arrival and check-in, build
up your bike and go for a short spin in the Pyrenees on the roads
near your respective hotel or watch the finish of France's Pro Tour
Stage 15 on TV. This evening, get acquainted with your fellow guests
at our "Welcome Meeting / Dinner."
July 20 - France's
Pro Tour Stage 16. Following breakfast, get ready to ride
either the Col d'Aspin, the Col du Tourmalet, or the Col d'Aubisque.
No matter what route you choose, you are only a few miles from the
official race routes so you can plan an unforgettable day at France's
Pro Tour! Following all the action on the road, celebrate your day
with a dinner of fresh pasta, salad, pizza, dessert and wine!
July 21 - Pyrenees
Options. Since today is a rest day for the pros, you have
so many options available to you today. You can ride the climbs
from yesterday's stage that you missed or ride such mythical climbs
as Luz-Ardiden or Hautacam. Other options include cycling in the
Pyrenees National Park, or hiking and relaxing in the UNESCO World
Heritage town of Gavarnie.
July 22 - France's
Pro Tour Stage 17. Today's stage will be the final, climatic
mountain stage of this year's race and there is only one place to
be - on the western side of the Col du Tourmalet. Imagine riding
up this historical mountain through a gauntlet of fans while it
celebrates 100 years of history in the world's greatest race. Then,
get ready to watch the racing explode as Contador, Armstrong, Wiggins,
and the Schleck brothers push it to the limit in their quest for
the leader's jersey! Cap off an unforgettable day with a festive
dinner at your hotel.
July 23 - Pyrenees
Options / Check-Out. After breakfast, choose the path you
would like to take. Options include driving to Pau to see the start
of Stage 18 or riding one of the clmbs that you haven't ridden yet
so as to complete your Pyrenees "list." Following check-out
at 12 noon, extend your trip in France or head to Paris for the
finish on the Champs-Elysees on Sunday, July 25. It's your decision
since you're the Boss!
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