FULL ITINERARY
DAY ONE THU 1 JUL | WELCOME
Arrival into Aosta mid-late morning, in time for a light lunch and Tour Briefing. We then head out for a warm-up ride to the ski resort town of Pila to turn the legs over after travelling, and soak up the views.
DISTANCE | 50KM | 31MI
ELEVATION | 1300M | 4250FT
DAY TWO FRI 2 JUL | AOSTA LOOP TO CERVINIA
A spectacular ride that winds close to the river Dora Bàltea before turning uphill. Two awesome climbs - St. Pantaléon and Cervinia, the Italian side of the Matterhorn. Thought we'd keep it easy for the first day!
DISTANCE | 115KM | 71MI
ELEVATION | 2600M | 8530FT
DAY THREE SAT 3 JUL | AOSTA TO BOURG-SAINT-MAURICE
Magnificent transfer ride into France via Petit Saint Bernard of TDF fame. Did we mention there's a bit of a climb to Colle San Carlo first? Forza!
DISTANCE | 95KM | 59MI
ELEVATION | 2200M | 7220FT
DAY FOUR SUN 4 JUL | BOURG-SAINT-MAURICE LOOP
Brilliant day out to one of the TDF favourites, the Col d'Iseran, and lunch in the stunning Val d'Isère to cap it off.
DISTANCE | 90KM | 56MI
ELEVATION | 2900M | 9500FT
DAY FIVE MON 5 JUL | BOURG-SAINT-MAURICE TO ANNECY
We're finishing in one of the most beautiful of French villages, so only fitting we have one of the most beautiful rides. Glorious climb to Cormet de Roselend and the lake of the same name.
DISTANCE | 90KM | 56MI
ELEVATION | 1900M | 6235FT
DAY SIX TUE 6 JUL | ANNECY LOOP TO FORCLAZ
Easier day in the saddle as we circumnavigate Lac d'Annecy. No short change on the climb or the view though!
DISTANCE | 50KM | 31MI
ELEVATION | 800M | 2600FT
DAY SEVEN WED 7 JUL | ANNECY LOOP TO SEMNOZ
Time to fit in one more fantastic TDF ascent before lunch. Then time to say goodbye, until next time!
DISTANCE | 70KM | 43MI
ELEVATION | 1600M | 5250FT
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WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
FLIGHTS | INSURANCES | BIKE HIRE | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES | PERSONAL HOTEL EXPENSES | PRE- OR POST-TOUR ACCOMMODATION