Classic Cols of the Pyrenees

French Cycling Holidays offers you the chance to ride some of the Pyreneen climbs made famous by the Tour de France. Our route takes in some of the climbs scheduled for the 2006 race - the Marie Blanque, the Tourmalet, the Aspin, the Peyresourde and the Portillon.

Each day's cycling will cross at least one of the legendary cols of the Tour but, unlike the professionals, we will be able to enjoy the breathtaking scenery as we go. Optional shorter or longer routes will be available on each day's ride, so that cyclists with a wide range of abilities will be able to take part.

We will offer full back-up with guides cycling with the group and minibus support. Our guides are cycling enthusiasts and fanatical about France with a detailed knowledge of the Pyrenees and their place in cycle racing history.

Pic du Midi

The Classic Cols of the Tour de France holiday will present a challenge to even the most experienced cyclist. But just because your legs are being put through their paces in the mountains, there is no reason the rest of you should be deprived.

We will stay in three-star hotels selected for their character and ambience to ensure your time off the bike is just as enjoyable as your time on it. Evening meals will not merely be a time to refuel, they will offer the chance to indulge in some of the fine food of the region. And, of course, what better way to digest the day's events than enjoy a glass or two of wine with new friends!

2009 Dates & Prices

Tour comprises seven days and six nights beginning on Sunday and finishing on Saturday.

Start Date	Price* **
31 May	£1195
14 June	£1195
30 August	£1195
13 September	£1195

* Single room supplement

Prices are per person based on 2 sharing. The single room supplement for this tour is £300.

** Group bookings

A 5% discount will apply to all bookings of 6 persons or more.

What’s included

• Transfers to and from Pau airport or railway station.
• 6 nights 3star character hotel accommodation.
• 6 buffet breakfasts.
• 6 gourmet dinners with half-bottle of wine per guest per night.
• Experienced bi-lingual guides.
• Welcome pack with full information, route guides, advice and a water bottle.
• Luggage transfer. When we move hotels your baggage will be waiting for you in your room when you arrive.
• Full minibus back-up and mechanical support, including inner tubes.

What’s not included

• Travel to pick-up points
• Bicycle (you will probably want your own best bike; we do have a limited number of race bikes in a few sizes — please phone or e-mail to discuss)
• Lunches, although we will recommend good spots for lunch. For those who don't want to stop for lunch and would prefer to eat on the road, Tour de France-style, we will, for a very reasonable supplement, provide food suitable to be carried in your jersey pockets.
• Additional drinks or minibar costs (including beers, soft drinks and coffees).

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