Trace the history of the Tour de France by riding the best-known passes of the Pyrenees. You'll be on a high — literally!
Join us for an epic challenge, traversing from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean at high altitude over the majestic mountain range on this cycling holiday in France.
You'll start gently enough in the Spanish Basque Country. Then it's pure exhilaration. You'll zig-zag over narrow roads, tunnels and countless hairpins, ticking off the famous Tour passes. These include Col d’ Aubisque, the (in)famous Col du Tourmalet and the Col de Portet Aspet, to name a few.
After you've conquered the cols, you'll finish by following the River Tech to the Mediterranean coast.
This tour is ideal for groups with differing abilities. Riders need good fitness and a sense of adventure. And while each day offers a challenge for strong riders, many will prefer to spend a little more time soaking up the incredible views from the support vehicle!
There are hot springs on the way, to soak those hard-working muscles.
We provide all food, lodging and ground transport. You'll stay in 4 star hotels, cosy guest houses and stylish log cabins.
Hard tours are designed for the more experienced participant wishing to push themselves and experience new challenges. Routes will include longer climbs and more technical skills.
A high level of fitness is required, you will need to be exercising four-five times a week during the build up to the tour.
The French Pyrenees were explored by a group of like-minded recreational road cyclists in June 2009. This movie gives a taste of what you can expect on tour.