Grande Route des Alpes Tour
This is a very historic route that was first coined as an idea by the Touring Club de France in 1909 to promote tourism in France and provide people access to the dramatic French Alps.
In 1913 the first run along parts of the “Great Alps Route” was organized with only World War One bringing construction of the route to a halt temporarily. The route was completed in 1937 with the inauguration of the I’Iseran.
This is a beautiful and spectacular journey along an historic route by bike through the high peaks of the French Alps starting from Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean Sea.
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Starting on the edge of Lake Geneva and finishing at the Mediterranean Sea the Great Alps Route is one of the world’s classic tourist drives and has also become one of the most popular cycle rides in France.
Sixteen major cols feature on a route 680km long, some of which are the highest paved roads in Western Europe. Many of the passes have been made famous by the riders competing in the Tour de France.
This is a dramatic journey through the high peaks of the French Alps and will suit anyone looking for an unforgettable cycling adventure.
The Kiwi Style Bike Tours team will guide you through the route over 8 days where you will witness diverse and stunning changes in scenery and be tested by some of the high cols of the French Alps.
This tour rivals our Epic France Italy tour for jaw dropping scenery and great rides.
Eight days of sublime riding in one of the worlds most spectacular locations. This tour is a “bucket list” trip for any cycling fan.
Non Cyclists:
Although this tour has been designed solely for cyclists we also cater for non cycling partners. Please contact us directly regarding non cycling options for this tour.
Bike hire:
We have a limited amount of EMC2 Etape, EMC carbon and Scott road bikes for hire.
The price for an EMC Aluminium bike hire is NZ$300.00
The price for an EMC or Scott carbon bike hire is $520.00
Highlights:
- The many historic Forts on the route.
- Cresting the mighty Galibier and the I’Isreran.
- All the downhill!
- Crossing some of the highest peaks in Europe.
- Arriving at the sea in Menton and jumping into the sea.
- The picture postcard views that get better and better each day.
Intensity rating:
The Grande Route des Alpes tour is the toughest we have. There are no flat days and no rest days over the 8 ride days.
While you do not need to be a racer you will need to arrive in good shape to fully enjoy this experience.
Dates:
- 22 June to 1 July 2012
- 3 July to 12 July 2012
- 5 Sept to 14 September 2012
Price:
NZ$4,400.00
*Early payment discount available if full payment is made before the 1st December 2011. NZ$4,200.00
Includes:
- 9 nights accommodation.
- 9 Breakfasts.
- 6 dinners.
- Pick up from Geneva train station and drop off to Menton train station.
- All transport while on tour.
- Guided cycle rides.
- Route marked out for you.
- Limited mechanical assistance.
- One Kiwi Style Bike Tours cycle top and a t-shirt.
- A non refundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your seat on this tour.
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