Cycle Geneva to Nice
France
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
550 km (~92km per day)
Avid
Big climbs, On-road
Guided
Supported
"La Route des Grandes Alpes"
You will ride twelve alpine passes including col du Galibier, col du Télégraphe, and col d'Izoard. These mountains are regularly used in the Tour de France and will test your limits. Along the way you will ride hors category cols and gems such as the 'Shoelaces' of Montvernier.
Test your Limits in the French Alps
Starting in the Mont Blanc region you will ride south for six days, until you reach Nice, on the Mediterranean Sea. Six days, 550kms riding the alpine passes the pros face every year offers a challenge like no other. Riding in the French Alps will test your abilities as a rider.
Supported Tour de France Style
We use support cars carrying spare parts, drinking water, and food. Martin, will also be riding with you passing on coaching advice and knowledge. Martin is a professional cycle coach with years of experience. He ensures you will reach each stage of Geneva to Nice under your own steam. He and his team are on hand should a repair be needed. We want to keep you on the road as much as possible.
Logistics - From airport transfers to moving your luggage from hotel to hotel, we have you covered on Geneva to Nice We've got you covered. We have good relationships with the hotels and some provide washing facilities for your kit. Every hotel provides secure bike storage. Our logistic mastery stretches to providing you with porridge in the morning.
Experience the Spectacular and the Beautiful
Riding the "Route des Grandes Alpes" is an experience which immerses you in the spectacular awe inspiring beauty of the French Alps. It is hard to describe the feeling as you ride higher and higher into the mountains. It is simply something you have to do.
We ride together, we eat together, and camaraderie forms
Our guests tell us they make new long lasting friendships on our tours. If you are wondering if you can enjoy riding Geneva to Nice if you're travelling alone, the answer is yes.
Tour Information
From
Geneva
To
Nice
Cost From
Guided Please Ask
Single Supplement
Available
Inclusions
- Group transfers airport-hotel-airport for you and your bike, in Geneva and Nice on Saturdays of arrival and departure within a predifined time window (check recommended flight details)
- Transfer bike boxes from Geneva to Nice and daily luggage transport
- 7 nights HB
- Foods during the rides: lunch, water, energy bars & gels, other snacks & drinks
- Transport for you and your bike should you wish to have a shorter day or experience difficulty
- Mechanical assistance for your bike
- Secure overnight bike storage
- Martin and Thierry on the bike with you for pacing and coaching
- Flora's organisational and logistical talents and stretching if time allows
Exclusions
- Flights
- Drinks during the meals and other private expenses
- Sports massage available in certain hotels. Fees apply
- Private medical & Travel insurance
- Bike hire is not totally unavailable for this trip, but not easy.
Options
- Sports massage is available on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights (pre-book)
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