Classic Climbs of the Pyreneés

Scheduled

5 nights

Advanced

538 km

19400 m

PyreneesClassic Climbs of the Pyreneés

Summary

Conquer the Classic Climbs of the Pyrenees on this 7 day, all inclusive tour. Enjoy epic climbs, thrilling descents and exquisite, ever-changing scenery. The Pyrenees are known for hosting historic battles between the world’s best cyclists every year in the Tour de France.

Now is your chance to test yourself on some of the toughest climbs in cycling. The Tourmalet, the Peyresourde, the Aspin, the Hautacam, Luz Ardiden and more. Ride out from three Pyrenean bases – the pretty town of Bagnères de Luchon, Saint Lary Soulan and Saint Savin. Climb the iconic cols of cycling and tick them off your bucket list.

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. This is a flexible itinerary offering riders the opportunity to extend or shorten the ride depending on their fitness level.

DURATION

6 days / 5 nights

DISTANCE

538 km

HOTELS
★★★★★
REGION

Pyrenees

Terrain

Road

LEVEL

Advanced

Average Distance X DAY

90 km

Average Time X DAY

0 h 5 min

PRICE PER PERSON FROM€ 2.499

TOUR highlights

Tourmalet

Aspin

Aubisque

Soulour

Sant Savin

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Advanced

Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours. Rides are over 100 km with over 1,000 m of climbing.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Welcome to the Pyreneés!

Arrival in Bagnéres de Luchon

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Evening warm-up ride

Day 1

Ares to Mente!

Get the first taste of some of the best climbs of the region, with the option to make it an epic one including the Portillon

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Ares, Mente, 102 km, 2,400 m Make it epic: Portillon, 108 km, 2,700 m

Day 1

A HC kind of day!

Ride the roads in which Tour de France History has been made

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CYCLE

Port de Bales, 70 km, 1,700 m

Day 1

All the way to the top!

The Peyresourde is on the bucket list of everyone in cycling! Once the top is conquered you also have the chance to even make it a bigger day by including the Lac du Cap du Long and ride around 89 km and 3,000 m

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Bagnères de Luchon to Saint Lary Soulan Peyresourde, Val Louron Azet, 42 km, 1,600 m

Day 1

The Tour de France

This is one is a classic July afternoon at the Tour de France. A big challenge ahead which inlcudes the infamous slopes of the Col d'Aspin and the Tourmalet. If two Hors Categorie climbs are not enough, you can also add Luz Ardiden!

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CYCLE

Saint Lary Soulan to Saint Savin Aspin, Tourmalet, 92 km, 2,500 m

Day 1

Aubisque & Hautacam

These roads have witnessed some epic cycling battles and moments that made it into Cycling's history book. There's no secret for the route, it goes up two of the most challenging climbs of the Pyreneés with the option of adding yet another one, Hautacam, at the very end. It's a hard day out, but an amazing way to finish off your tour!

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Soulour, Aubisque, Spandelles, 84 km, 2,600 m

Day 1

Departures from Saint Savin

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THE TOUR
IN DETAIL

RIDE SUPPORT

full support

Enjoy full ride support from our professional guide team & support vehicle.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.

Eat Sleep Cycle guides 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.

All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.

HOTELS

BIKE HIRE

Basso Astra

All Road

An endurance all-road bike that increases versatility with features that lean closer to gravel. Enojy a comfortable performance carbon frameset, an electronic SRAM Force AXS groupset and a MicroTech RE38 Carbon wheelset. 48/35 chainrings and 10-36 cassette

Cannondale Supersix Evo

Pure Road

Fast, just got faster. A pure road bike designed with speed in mind. This bike is light, smooth and ultra fast and features a lightweight low-drag carbon frameset and a Shimano 105 Di2 groupset. Paired with DT Swiss R470 wheels. 50/34 chainrings. 11-34 cassette

Cannondale Synapse

Endurance

A smooth and fast endurance road bike desgined for long, comfortable rides. The Synapse is lightweight, comes with built-in lights for safety and has a Shimano 105 Di2 groupset. Built with a Fulcrum Rapid Red 500 wheelset. 50/34 chainrings 11-34 cassette

Giant Revolt E-Bike

All Road Electric

A versitle drop bar e-bike for road, gravel and mixed terrain adventures. A lightweight aluminium frame, smooth-riding tubeless tyres and a comfortable D-Fuse seatpost give you the ability to ride any road, any route. The 500 W battery delivers long-distance pedalling support and is seamlessly integrated into the frame. The bike is simple to activate - press the on/off button and you're ready to go!

Electric

THE GUIDES

Details

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION

HOW TO GET HERE

Arrive to Barcelona or Toulouse Airport

MEETING POINT

Bagnéres de Luchon

TIME

10:00

DEPARTURE

Bagnéres de Luchon

WHAT THE TOUR INCLUDES

CYCLING

Fully supported

ACCOMMODATION

3* Hotels

FOOD

Full board

TRANSFERS

Optional

BIKE RENTAL

Optional

EAT SLEEP CYCLE LOCATION

ESC Pyrenees

The stunning mountains and valleys of the Pyrenees are an adventure playground for cyclists and promise to excite, enthrall and challenge with classic Cols such as the Tourmalet, Aspin, Peyresourde & Aubisque. But it’s not all about the riding, as the Pyrenees wouldn’t be the magical landscape we know and love without their charming towns sich as Bagnères de Luchon, Saint Lary Soulan and Saint Savin. Sign up for summer-time tours for the best weather conditions.

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RESERVATION
& PAYMENT

If you have any questions about our tours, dates, or anything else, contact us here
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DEPOSIT

A deposit of €500 will secure your place on the tour.

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SECOND PAYMENT

50% is due 6 months before the departure of the tour.

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FINAL BALANCE

The final balance is due 2 months before the tour departure.

Single Occupancy:  PLUS €490
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21 August 2023

Sunday

27 August 2023

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FAQs

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What happens if I need to cancel the trip?

We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.

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Is the tour the right level for me?

We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!

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What about bikes? Can I hire one or should I bring my own?

We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!

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Is insurance included?

Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.

Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.