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French Pyrenees
DURATION 7 days/6 nights
PRICE FROM 2062 €
COLLECTION
Cycling - Standard
DIFFICULTY
CATEGORY
Highlights
The yellow jersey of the Tour de France has often been decided during the climbs of the Pyrenees mountains passes. This mountain chain, a natural border between France and Spain, is a beautiful scenic area with a variety of harsh contrast landscapes. It is a fantastic ski destination in winter and spa/resort destination at all seasons. The mountains are much lower than the Alpes, but just as steep if not steeper at times ! You travel from Argelès Gazost at the foot of Col d'Aubisque, Hautacam and Toumalet to Foix via Saint Girons and Luchon.
To
see
-L'Aubisque & Hautacam
-The Col du Tourmalet via Bagneres de Bigorre
-Tourmalet, Aspin, Peyresourdre
-Bagneres de Luchon
-Cols Mente & Portet d'Aspet
Gastronomy
Bayonne Ham (dry ham), Gesiers-Duck Breast and Gizzards, Roquefort and Rocamadour Cheeses, Apple tart flambed with the Normandy Calvados or filled with apples and Armagnac-soaked prunes, Basque piperade, Tarbais bean, Bigorrre black pork,, Trébons sweet onion, the Ariège snowflake
Wine
Comté Tolosan, Madiran, Jurançon
Testimonials
PROGRAM
Arrival in Argeles Gazost
From Argeles Gazost LOOP to Aubisque & Hautacam
From Argeles Gazost LOOP to Col du Tourmalet
From Argeles Gazost to Bagneres de Luchon
From Bagneres de Luchon to St Girons
From St Girons to Foix
Departure from Foix
ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES
-From Paris, take a train from the Montparnasse train station or CDG train station to Lourdes train station (8h).
-Or, take a direct flight from Paris Orly to Lourdes (1h20min). Once in Lourdes, take a taxi to your hotel in Argeles Gazost.
-Or, take a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to Toulouse Blagnac airport (1h10min). Once in Toulouse, take connection train for Lourdes and then taxi to Argeles sur Gazost.
-taxi to the Foix train station for connections in Toulouse. Additional days are possible and additional ride days can be arranged.
BIKES
included
Road Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
The SCOTT ROAD BIKE ADDICT 20 Disc (Standard) (or equivalent)
With a new geometry that focuses more on endurance. The SCOTT ADDICT 20 Disc will become your preferred choice for long distance travel.
Available sizes : S, M, L, XL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Saddle bag containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump
- Rear pannier (from S size)
- Helmet
- Odometer
- Lock
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Road Bike - Excellence
More infoBike rental description :
PINARELLO Pinarello X3 - 105/Di2 (Excellence) (or equivalent)
Equipped with a Shimano 105 Di2 12 speed drivetrain and a brand new carbon frame, the Pinarello X3 is designed to go the distance thanks to its ability to filter vibrations and absorb the shocks present on your next
road.
Sizes available: XXS,XS,S, M, L, XL,XXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Saddle bag containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump.
- Rear pannier (from S size)
- Helmet
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Road Bike - Premium
More infoBike rental description :
TREK Emonda SLR 7 (Premium) (or equivalent)
The all-new TREK Emonda SLR 7 is the lightest model of the American Brand. Equipped with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 transmission, the gear shift is faster and more precise.
Available sizes : XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Saddle bag containing:
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 2 spare tubes
- 1 hand pump
- Helmet
- 2 souvenir water bottles
- Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in but remember to bring a pedal wrench to take them off at the end of the tour.
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
optional
Gravel Bike - Standard
More infoBike rental description :
CANNONDALE Gravel Topstone 2 (Standard) (or equivalent)
A talented and versatile gravel road bike. Designed to go the distance, explore the roads less traveled or speed up your daily commute. It's high enough for long-distance comfort and forward-leaning enough for speed.
Available sizes : S, M, L, XL
Availability: This type of bike has limited availability, and is likely to move very quickly.
Included with your bike rental :
- Helmet
- Bottles (2)
- Front bag (S)
- Rear saddlebag (L)
- Computer
- Padlock
- Patch Kit (tire levers, spare tubes, multi-tool, patches, pump)
- Pedals : flat, cages or own available
Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."
Details
Included
ACCOMODATIONS
-6 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
MEALS
-Daily breakfast at each hotel
-2 dinners included
BIKES
-Road bike rental included
GEAR
- Complimentary Discover France Gear (including water bottle, drawstring bag)
- Guidance Application (phone not provided)
SUPPORT
-Orientation by phone
-Detailed ROAD BOOK, including detailed maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
-Comprehensive trip literature
-Technical and emergency support available at all times
TRANSFER
-All luggage transfers
Not included
-Airfare to and from the trip
-Lodging before and after the trip
-Drinks
-Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook.
- Multirisk travel insurance
Rates
Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date
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