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What's included in the trip?
Hosted and guided cycling tour at both destinations. Each of the destinations is a separate tour, are quite unique and offer an unforgettable experience.
8 days, 7 nights fully hosted tour.
Accommodation at Hôtel de Milan in Bourg d’Oisans - European 3 Star accommodation right at the ‘foot’ of Alpe d’Huez or in The Pyrenees, a superb 19th Century Hotel, fully refurbished and tastefully modernised, European 3 Star accommodation, located at the base of the mighty Col du Tourmalet.
The Hotel De Milan was built in 1936 and has now been owned and operated by the same family for the past 32 years. Significant renovations have been made recently in order to change some hotel rooms into apartments. The original façade of the hotel has been maintained and none of the charm lost. Rooms have been renovated below the hotel to make way for a secure bike storage, a bike workshop and free laundry facilities.
Hotel Tourmalet, in the Pyrenees offers views of the Bastan, this hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and is housed in a 19th-century Belle Epoque building. It is located in Luz Saint Sauveur, a 5-minute walk from the ruins of the 10th-century Château Sainte-Marie and 23 km from the famous Cirque de Gavarnie. And right at the base of the mighty Col du Tourmalet......it really doesn't get much more Iconic than this!
The rooms have been recently renovated, with a sober and modern décor, and are equipped with an en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi access and a TV. Some rooms have a balcony. They are all accessible by lift
Other facilities at the hotel include;
• A private outdoor areas with exceptional views• Quiet terraces, reserved for hotel guests• A washing and storage station for your bike and laundry facilities• Free Wi-Fi• Private restaurants and bars
Unique features in both Hotels is the fact that bith a situated by a river with decks overlooking the flowing stream, both are beautifully maintained and are sutuated so very close to the most Iconic Cycling Routes in the world!
Breakfast and Evening Meals* Group breakfast is supplied each day in the hotel/guest house restaurant prior to the days adventures. The breakfast is a buffet of cereals, fruits, pastries and continental style breakfast. A 3 course meal is provided for the group each evening in the hotel restaurant, *except on one evening during the tour. One evening is kept as a free choice so you can enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants either as a group or as a couple. There are a few great restaurants in town that provide varied meals in different settings. The cost of this meal is not included in the trip costs. Lunch is not provided. We will be in different locations each day and will stop off at local cafes during our rides for lunch. During the longer rides (Col du Galibier & Col de la Croix de Fer) the support team will have refreshments at the rest stops to make sure you get to the top in great shape to enjoy the amazing views of the French Alpes and celebrate your achievement, and the same applies in the Pyrenees, with the longer rides also being supported by a vehicle.
TransfersFor the French Alps Tour, I will personally meet you at the Grenoble train station and transfer you straight to Le Bourg d’Oisans where you can get unpacked ready for the adventures ahead. I will transfer you back to Grenoble at the end of the trip. In the Pyrenees, I will meet you at Lourdes train station, from there it's straight to our accommodation to settle in and arrange your bikes if you have hired them. I will then transfer you back to Lourdes Train Station so you can continue your journey. For some of the cycling we will be loading the bikes into a van and travelling to a safe start location to avoid busy roads and tunnels as much as possible. All guests will receive a complimentary Iconic Cycling Tours summer jersey. Flights and insurance (travel/medical/personal) are NOT included. Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance for your holiday for yourself and your belongings, including your bike. Price per destination $4950.00 (AUD) per person twin share per destination (The French Pyrenees or The French Alps) Note: Tour will be confirmed once minimum booking numbers are met
Breakfast and Evening Meals* Group breakfast is supplied each day in the hotel/guest house restaurant prior to the days adventures. The breakfast is a buffet of cereals, fruits, pastries and continental style breakfast. A 3 course meal is provided for the group each evening in the hotel restaurant, *except on one evening during the tour. One evening is kept as a free choice so you can enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants either as a group or as a couple. There are a few great restaurants in town that provide varied meals in different settings. The cost of this meal is not included in the trip costs. Lunch is not provided. We will be in different locations each day and will stop off at local cafes during our rides for lunch. During the longer rides (Col du Galibier & Col de la Croix de Fer) the support team will have refreshments at the rest stops to make sure you get to the top in great shape to enjoy the amazing views of the French Alpes and celebrate your achievement, and the same applies in the Pyrenees, with the longer rides also being supported by a vehicle.
TransfersFor the French Alps Tour, I will personally meet you at the Grenoble train station and transfer you straight to Le Bourg d’Oisans where you can get unpacked ready for the adventures ahead. I will transfer you back to Grenoble at the end of the trip. In the Pyrenees, I will meet you at Lourdes train station, from there it's straight to our accommodation to settle in and arrange your bikes if you have hired them. I will then transfer you back to Lourdes Train Station so you can continue your journey. For some of the cycling we will be loading the bikes into a van and travelling to a safe start location to avoid busy roads and tunnels as much as possible. All guests will receive a complimentary Iconic Cycling Tours summer jersey. Flights and insurance (travel/medical/personal) are NOT included. Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance for your holiday for yourself and your belongings, including your bike. Price per destination $4950.00 (AUD) per person twin share per destination (The French Pyrenees or The French Alps) Note: Tour will be confirmed once minimum booking numbers are met
