Where Cycling Legends Live
The French Alps give us climbs that feel familiar long before we arrive. Galibier, Alpe dโHuez, Tรฉlรฉgraphe and Forclaz are names that spark stories, and sharing them together turns a demanding week into something truly memorable. Evenings blend spa time, fine dining and the relaxed atmosphere that comes naturally after a good day on the bike.
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Ride Tour de France classics including Galibier, Tรฉlรฉgraphe, Alpe dโHuez and Courchevel.
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Stay in alpine and lakeside hotels chosen for comfort, charm and recovery.
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Enjoy a seamless road cycling tour supported by expert guides, vehicle support and daily bike care.
The French Alps, Stage by Stage
From celebrated climbs to boutique comfort.
Planning & itinerary
1 - 8 August 2026
We start beside Lake Annecy and ride deeper into the Alps each day. Expect climbs with history, roads with character and evenings that feel like well earned rewards. It is a week shaped by challenge, scenery and shared achievement.
Arrival, welcome & bike set-up.
We welcome you in Geneva or Lyon and transfer to our hotel in Annecy. After bikes are set up, we take time to relax by the lake before gathering for a welcome dinner.
It is an easy start to a week that balances big rides with warm hospitality and friendly company.
75 km | 1,200 m+
We begin with a beautiful loop around Lake Annecy followed by the steady climb to Col de la Forclaz. The views across the lake are an early highlight of the tour.
In the afternoon we enjoy a gentle boat cruise, a calm way to settle into alpine rhythm before dinner.
85 km | 1,600 m+
Today we ride through classic alpine scenery to Col des Aravis, a climb with gentle gradients and wide views. We continue toward Megรจve, our home for the night.
The afternoon is relaxed with time to explore the village before dinner in one of its charming restaurants.
90 km | 1,700 m+
We ride toward the Courchevel valley and climb into one of the Alpsโ most renowned resorts. The ascent is steady, rewarding and surrounded by stunning mountain views.
After arrival we enjoy time to recover, visit the spa or simply unwind before dinner.
100 km | 2,100 m+
Today is a highlight of the week. Tรฉlรฉgraphe sets the tone with a steady warm up before the long climb to Galibier. The summit always feels special, especially with the group gathered together.
Our descent leads to a well deserved dinner and plenty of stories from the day.
80 km | 1,600 m+
We ride through the valley before tackling the famous 21 hairpins of Alpe dโHuez. It is a climb that invites steady pacing and rewards patient legs.
At the top we celebrate with drinks and photos before descending to our hotel for the evening.
60 km | 700 m+
Our last ride is a gentle spin through alpine meadows, perfect for enjoying the scenery without thinking too much about gradients.
In the evening we gather for a farewell dinner to toast the week and the friendships formed along the way.
Goodbyes & Departure.
After breakfast we organise private transfers to Geneva or Lyon. It is a calm and friendly way to close a week of memorable riding.
Included in this trip:
We manage every detail so you can enjoy the riding, the scenery and the simple pleasure of being in the Alps together.
- 7 nights in luxury alpine and lakeside hotels
- Breakfasts with local and seasonal produce
- Ride snacks, hydration and sports nutrition
- Seven gourmet dinners including one Michelin level experience
- Fully guided rides with professional leaders
- Support vehicle with mechanical assistance
- Luggage transfers between each stage
- Afternoon spa opportunities at select hotels
- Airport or train transfers from Geneva or Lyon
- Travel to and from start and end points
- Bike hire fee if renting
- Personal purchases, drinks outside meals and travel insurance
Experience
Galibier, Alpe dโHuez and Courchevel are climbs every cyclist knows by name. Riding them together turns ambition into shared experience, something far more enjoyable than chasing them alone.
Each day delivers a new landscape, a new story and the comfort of knowing a warm hotel and good meal await.
Our guides set a friendly pace, our vehicle carries everything you need and our mechanic checks each bike daily. It is a professional road cycling tour delivered with calm, confidence and genuine care.
Your job is to enjoy the ride, the views and the people you share them with.
Our hotels bring comfort, spa time and refined dining to balance the big alpine days. It is a rewarding mix of challenge and indulgence that makes the climbs feel even better.
You finish each stage with mountain air, an excellent meal and a group that now feels like friends.
Speak to an Alpine Specialist
Questions about the Alps & Lakes tour? Whether youโre curious about the climbs or just need advice on the best fondue stops, our team is here to help. Drop us a line, and weโll get back to you faster than a descent down the Alpes d’Huez.
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