Wide Open Road

This is the ultimate French cycling holiday, starting in Nice and finishing in Annecy, timed to perfection to watch the Tour de France on the iconic 21 bends of Alpe d’Huez. We ride through lavender and sunflower fields, visit honey coloured Provençal villages and conquer the mighty Mont Ventoux. We traverse the French Alps, tackling the famous climbs and immersing ourselves in French culture, food & wine along the way. We finish at the picturesque & historic lakeside town of Annecy, surrounded by mountains. It’s a cyclists dream, timed to perfection to see 2 stages of the 2022 Tour de France.

Terrain Mountainous with an average altitude of 1500m per day, with some consecutive days 2000m+ as we ride through the Alps.

Distance 1000km
Average Daily Distance 80-100km per day

We cycle mountain passes 1500m high and descend to the Med for a swim in sparkling turquoise waters.

Ride from Barcelona to Nice via 2 of the most stunningly beautiful mediterranean islands. This is a journey through dramatically diverse cultures and landscapes - where fishing villages and sandy white villages are paired with rugged mountains, pine forests and shimmering lakes. This is the ultimate ride for those after a contrast of mountains and coastal riding, French and Italian cultures.

Terrain Coastal and mountainous cycling. Come with a good level of fitness to manage consecutive hilly days with a few big climbs during the tour as well as a couple of flatter easier days.

Distance 700km
Average Daily Distance 80-100km per day

Madonna del Ghisallo, Muro di Sormano, Passo di Gavia, Stelvio and Mortirolo and in the Dolomites, the Passo Costalunga, Gardena, Campolongo, Pordoi, Sella and more if you choose!

Terrain Average altitude of 1000/2000m per day (Tour options for less/more climbing available)

Distance 800-1000km (options available on some days)
Average Daily Distance 80-100km per day

Ride from Bordeaux to Barcelona via the Pyrenees and see highlight stages of the Tour de France including a mountain top finish! Our route traverses the Pyrenees, crossing the most beautiful and well known climbs of the Tour de France and Vuelta España.

We experience the contrasting French and Spanish cultures and cuisines and conquer the famous Col du Tourmalet. This ride is timed to perfection, as we watch highlight stages of the Tour de France in the Pyrenees.

Terrain Rolling vineyards and farmland making way to hilly and mountainous terrain as we pass through the Pyrenees.

Distance 1000km+ Average Daily Distance 80-100km per day

The ride begins with easier days and rolling mountains, building to the challenging climbs of the Pyrenees. Arrive with a good level of fitness and mountain experience.

Experience some of the world’s best cycling as we ride from the Gold Coast to Byron & Beyond! Quiet rolling country roads, sugar cane, sub-tropical forests, spectacular views, picturesque beaches, laid-back villages and even a few seriously decent mountain climbs. The cycling is superb - it’s quite unexpected and underrated.

Terrain Lots of undulating hilly riding with a few flatter, easier coastal sections. A mix of mountainous, rolling hills and coastal cycling.

Food Northern NSW is a foodies dream destination. From farmers markets to hatted restaurants - it’s a food bowl of exceptional produce and a real culinary gem! This tour is also a food-tour by bike!

You will cycle through the honey coloured villages and lavender fields of Provence, ride Mt Ventoux and conquer the epic climbs of the French Alps. Seeing the Tour de France on Alpe d’Huez on Bastille Day will be a highlight. We finish Stage 1 in the gorgeous lakeside town of Annecy. After 4 days of R&R we begin again in Milan for another 2 weeks of incredible cycling through the iconic Italian cycling destinations of Lago di Como, the Alps, Dolomites & Prosecco region - along with the Italian food, wine, culture along the way - La dolce vita! . This really is the ultimate cycling adventure!

The first stage finishes in Annecy after breakfast on Tuesday 19 of July.
You have 4 nights at your leisure.
There is plenty to explore in and around Annecy - or if you prefer, Milan.
We can assist with hotels, travel ideas and recommendations for between tours.

Join us for a long weekend cycle tour in the Victorian Alps and tick off 4 of the #7PeakRide climbs: Hotham, Falls, Buffalo & Dinner Plain. This is a fully supported cycle tour where you will enjoy the camaraderie of other like minded cyclists and quality regional produce.

Four days of spectacular cycling in the Victorian Alps with a carefully crafted itinerary enabling you to ride a fully supported loop showcasing the spectacular scenery, mountain villages, regional produce, local wineries & micro-breweries of NE Vic. Ride 4 iconic mountain climbs and stay in great family run accommodation.

Terrain We’re conquering four out of seven peaks along the famed 7 Peaks trail. Falls Creek, Dinner Plain, Mt Hotham, & Mt Buffalo climbs.