Geneva to Alpe d’Huez

Switzerland, France Bike Tours

Conquer France’s greatest climbs!

This extraordinary road bike tour in France will take you through the Alps from the shores of Lake Geneva to the world-famous alpine resort of Alpe d'Huez. Follow the path of Tour de France cyclists through some of France's most famous cols: Colombiere, Aravis, Saisies, Madeleine, Telegraphe, Galibier, and Alpe d'Huez.
Tackle tough climbs to be rewarded by some of the most breathtaking views France has to offer!
If this tour seems like too much, check out our full list of bicycle tours in France.
Self-Guided £ 848 $ 1,527 € 1035 NOK 10178 kr 9395 $ 1,221
Single supplement: £ 188 $ 339 € 230 NOK 2262 kr 2088 $ 271
With Support Vehicle £ 1315 $ 2,367 € 1605 NOK 15783 kr 14568 $ 1,894
Single supplement: £ 279 $ 502 € 340 NOK 3343 kr 3086 $ 401
extra options
Extra nights (includes half board):
Anthy or Yvoire: £ 90 $ 162 € 110 NOK 1082 kr 998 $ 130
Single room: £ 113 $ 204 € 138 NOK 1357 kr 1253 $ 163
Grand Bornand: £ 72 $ 130 € 88 NOK 865 kr 799 $ 104
Single room: £ 86 $ 155 € 105 NOK 1033 kr 953 $ 124
Albertville: £ 86 $ 155 € 105 NOK 1033 kr 953 $ 124
Single room: £ 122 $ 220 € 149 NOK 1465 kr 1352 $ 176
Valloire: £ 72 $ 130 € 88 NOK 865 kr 799 $ 104
Single room: £ 99 $ 178 € 121 NOK 1190 kr 1098 $ 143
Alpe d'Huez: £ 68 $ 122 € 83 NOK 816 kr 753 $ 98
Single room: £ 90 $ 162 € 110 NOK 1082 kr 998 $ 130
Extra night prices are subject to change based on dates and availability.
please note
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
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Travel
Geneva Cointrin International Airport
Local Travel
Transfer to your first hotel
Climate
Average high/low temperatures in °F: April 59/40, May 68/48, June 74/54, July 80/58, Aug 78/57, Sept 70/51, Oct 59/45
Remarks
Electric bikes are available on request!

Where You’ll Stay

4 nights in 3-star hotels and 1 night in a 2-star hotel

What’s Included

Hotel accommodations for 5 nights
Daily breakfast
4 dinners (not including beverages)
Transfer from Geneva to Anthy on Day 1
Luggage transfers
Carbon road bike rental equipped with helmet, lock, pump, tool kit, water bottle, spare tube, and Co2 Cartridge
Marked maps and/or cue sheets and route notes
Pre-loaded GPS unit (subject to availability)
Emergency number
All tax and service charges
INCLUDED IN SUPPORTED TOUR
Chauffeur-driven support vehicle
Water stops (snacks, fruits, water, etc.)
Transfer from Alpe d'Huez to Geneva on Day 6

What’s Not Included

Remaining meals
Drinks during dinners
Bike protection
Trip insurance

Tour	Bike
Type	Self Guided
Skill	Very Difficult
Length	6 days
From	€1035 Rates
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Tour Dates

July 14 and August 24, 2018*

With Support Vehicle: July 1, 2018**

*Additional dates can be arranged for groups of 6 or more June through September

**Additional dates with support vehicle can be arranged for groups of 6 or more June through September

Skill Level

To enjoy this route, it goes without saying you need to have a reasonable level of fitness. With the daily climbs averaging 9,000 ft, you should be comfortable with steep and long ascents.

Day-To-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Geneva, transfer to Anthy-sur-Léman or Yvoire
Day 2: Yvoire - Le Grand Bornand, short option, 67 miles (108 km) or longer option, 70 miles 112 km)
Day 3: Le Grand Bornand - Albertville, 47 miles (74 km)
Day 4: Albertville - Valloire, 66 miles (106 km)
Day 5: Valloire – Alpe d’Huez, 49 miles (78 km)
Day 6: Departure

*Or optional extension to Nice!

Day 1: Arrival in Geneva, transfer to Anthy-sur-Léman or Yvoire (if all hotels are full, the first night's stay will be in Anthy-sur-Léman)
Arrive at Geneva Cointrin International Airport. A representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your first hotel.

Day 2: Anthy-sur-Léman or Yvoire - Le Grand Bornand, short option, 67 miles (108 km) or longer option, 70 miles 112 km)
Today’s destination is Le Grand Bornand, home of the Reblochon cheese (the locals' Powerbar!). On your way to the heart of the Aravis mountain range, you will ride through the very scenic Chablais region. The ride includes one major climb: Col de la Colombiere (1,613 m 5,290 ft). Dinner and accommodations are in Le Grand Bornand.
Total climb: 9,180 ft (2798 m) Total descent: 7,382 ft (2,250 m)

Short option possible via Col de la Colombiere

Day 3: Le Grand Bornand - Albertville, 47 miles (74 km)
You’ll leave the picturesque Le Grand Bornand and before beginning the classic “Route des Grandes Alpes,” a mountain route that links Lake Geneva (Thonon-les-Bains) to the Mediterranean Sea (Menton). After climbing Col des Aravis (1,486 m or 4,460 ft.), you’ll plunge down to the valley before attacking the second climb of the day: Col des Saisies (1,657 m or 4,970 ft.). Gravity will take you down to Albertville, where you’ll dine and stay overnight.
Total climb: 6,276 ft (1,913 m) Total descent: 8,333 ft (2,540 m)

Day 4: Albertville - Valloire, 66 miles (106 km)
Another classic day! You’ll conquer Col de la Madeleine; one of the most mythic and classic mountain passes featured in the Tour de France. The top culminates at an impressive 2,000 m or 6,000 ft, the highest so far (until tomorrow)! The northern side is a very enjoyable, long and steady climb that has a great reward: an unobstructed panoramic view of the nearby mountains. Make sure you enjoy it while at the top sightseeing might be the last thing on your mind when barreling down the twisty 20-km downhill to the Maurienne Valley. After a flat section when you reach the base of the valley, you’ll ascend the easy Col du Télégraphe (1,566 m or 4,700 ft.) and reach the beautiful resort of Valloire.
Total climb: 11,480 ft (3,499 m) Total descent: 7,927 ft (2,416 m)

Day 5: Valloire – Alpe d’Huez or Oz-en-Oisans, 49 miles (78 km)
Valloire is located at the foot of the Galibier pass (2,642 m or 7.926 ft.), the mammoth climb of the day. Riding this legendary climb is magic — graffiti from past Tours will remind you that this road has seen many showdowns since it was first featured in the 1911 Tour de France. You’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the Meije glacier and a memorable 40-km (25 miles) descent to Bourg d’Oisans, before charging up the 13-km (8 miles) climb to Alpe d’Huez. The time to beat: 37’35”, a record held by Marco Pantani since 1995.
Total climb: 9,413 ft (2,869 m) Total descent: 8,159 ft (2,487 m)

Day 6: Departure
Departure after breakfast. Transfers can be arranged to Grenoble or Geneva. Ask us about the option extension to Nice!

*Elevation graphs can be provided on request

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