Experience the Race
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Conquer the Cols of L'Tour! -
Iconic Cols of L'Tour -
Climb the Giants of the Giro
WORLD TOUR
5 NIGHTS
COMFORT
LEVEL 2-3
343 KM
8,150 M
TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLE TOUR
Experience the 108th edition of the world’s greatest bike race as it reaches the Pyrenees. Spectate stages of the Tour de France & ride iconic climbs in the region. Ride out of two charming bases, the French town of Ceret in the undiscovered Vallespir valley & from Andorra, a country of high mountains and a unic melange of French, Spanish and Catalan culture in the heart of the Pyrenees.
On an Eat Sleep Cycle tour all you have to think about is enjoying your ride. Our trip support is second to none and we pride ourselves on a high staff-guest ratio. We take care of everything so you can savour the ride of a lifetime.
CYCLING ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival in Ceret
Optional warm-up ride, Col de Llauro & Vives, 31 km & 500 m
Day 2:
Point to point ride from Ceret to Col de Saint Louis, 91 km & 1650 m
Witness the peleton 20km from the finale of Stage 14
Day 3:
Stage 15 of the Tour de France
Watch the stage roll out of Ceret from the Col de Llauro, 40 km, 500 m
Day 4:
Point to point ride from Prades to Andorra la Vella, 124 km & 3000 m
As the peleton takes a rest enjoy an epic point to point ride into the high mountains.
Day 5:
Stage 16 of the Tour de France
Ride a stunning loop featuring the Col de Beixalis and Port d’Envalira en route to see the stage roll out of Pas de la Case, 97km, 3,000m
Day 6:
Departures
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
This is an itinerary desgined for intermediate riders who are up for a challenge! Guests are invited to take all climbs at their own pace, and the support vehicle will be near the group at all times. Guides will outline options to shorten the daily rides each day. Eat Sleep Cycle staff are experienced at supporting riders to achieve their goals whilst having a great time!
MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- SPECTATE MOUNTAIN STAGES OF THE 2021 TOUR DE FRANCE
- CLIMB ICONIC CLIMBS IN THE PYRENEES
- SOAK UP THE ATMOSPHERE AT STAGE DEPARTURES
- STAY IN ANDORRA & CERET
TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLING TOUR INFORMATION
RIDE SUPPORT
Full Support
Rides are fully supported by our team of guides and vehicles.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water. On longer days the team will serve a roadside lunch – a time efficient pit stop with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, fruit & veg to keep you energized and feeling healthy all week.
Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of Cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime. Our Tour Leaders know the region well and speak the local language.
Mechanical support will be close by at all times.
Quick Facts
- 2021 SEES THE 108TH EDITION OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE
- SEE ALL THE GC FAVOURITES BATTLE IT OUT IN THE HIGH MOUNTAINS!
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
Discover France
Start the day with a breakfast buffet at the hotel to prepare for a long day in the saddle.
Stay fuelled on the road with ride nutrition from the support vehicle & enjoy a nutritious picnic served by your guides.
Evening meals are enjoyed at the hotel or in our favourite local restaurants. These are not included in the tour.
Pyrenean Hospitality - Example Hotels
Rest and recover from the day on the bike in the village of Céret & the buzzing town of Andorra de la Vella.
Hotel Le Mas Trilles * * * Céret
Stay in a typical 14th century Catalan manor house. A peaceful paradise set by River Tech in the heart of Romanesque Roussillon will seduce you with its relaxing swimming pool and flower scented garden in the famed Ceret light.
Andorra (2 nights)
Stay in one of the best hotels located in the quaint old town of Andorra de la Vella.
There are 5 nights accommodation included in the tour.
BIKE HIRE
Bike Hire
Benefit from a 10% discount on any Eat Sleep Cycle bike hire as part of this package.
Choose from a state-of-the-art Factor bike, an Italian-made Basso, or a Ridley, designed in cycling’s heartland of Belgium.
Need a boost? Why not hire our Basso e-assist road bike, the Volta.
All our bikes are supplied with compact 50-34 chainsets & 11-30 or 11-32 cassettes.
Our Bikes
BASSO VENTA RIVAL
- Carbon Frame
- Sram Rival 11 Speed
- Microtech wheelset
BASSO ASTRA DISC
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset
- Disc brakes
- 11-32 cassette
RIDLEY FENIX
- Shimano Ultegra or Ultegra Di2 Groupset
- Forza Wheelset
- 11-30 cassette
FACTOR O2 VAM
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset
- Black Inc wheels, finishing kit
- 11-32 cassette
BASSO VOLTA ELECTRIC BIKE
- Sram Rival 1 groupset
- Microtech MX25
- Polini E-P3 motor and battery (up to 220 Km range)
TRIP SUMMARY
Trip Dates
9th – 14th July 2021
Private tours available for 2022
Price Per Head
€1,999
Single Supplement €489
Travel Logistics
Arrival: The meet point for the tour is Perpignan train station at 11:00 on the first day of the tour.
Departure: On the last day there is a group transfer to arrive at Girona train station by 13:00.
What's Included?
Cycling: Fully guided and supported.
Accommodation: 5 nights, 3* & 4* Hotel
Food: Breakfast & roadside lunch
Bike Hire: Optional
Transfers: Group transfers from Perpignan train station & to Girona train station
Group Bookings
Go Private: Private groups can book a similar trip for 2022
Payment
Deposit: a 25% refundable deposit will secure your place on the tour.
Balance: the outstanding balance is due 2 months in advance of the tour.
Book with Confidence: Read our Terms & Conditions
Eat Sleep Cycle S.L. is a registered Spanish Travel Agency, registration number ESB55305734. This includes financial coverage for losses in case of insolvency by Seguros Catalana Occidente, Policy Number: 8-6.673.112-A & Civil Liability insurance by AXA Seguros, Policy Number: 81701012.
WHY EAT SLEEP CYCLE?
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Our home in Girona, Spain, gives us unique access to remarkable people and places, allowing us to create world class cycling tours.
EXPERT GUIDES
Our guides are experts in cycling, travel & hosting world class tours. We recruit professionals from all walks of life who love to ride.
5 STAR REVIEWS
You’ll be back!
98% of our guests say they’ll come back to Eat Sleep Cycle for another tour.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Ride with Eat Sleep Cycle and enjoy the best roads, landscapes & cultural experiences thanks to our knowledge.
