Needless to say, it is an extraordinary trip that will take you from the shore of Lake Geneva to the world-famous alpine resort of Alpe d'Huez. In between, you'll climb some of France's most famous cols: Colombiere, Aravis, Saisies, Madeleine, Telegraphe, Galibier, and Alpe d'Huez.

Day 1: Arrival in Geneva - Transfer to Yvoire
Arrive at Geneva International Airport. We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel located in Yvoire by Lake Geneva. Dinner will also be right by the lake.

Day 2: Yvoire to Le-Grand-Bornand
Today’s destination is Le-Grand-Bornand (in the heart of the Aravis mountain range), home of the Reblochon cheese (locals' Powerbar!) and where you'll dine and stay overnight. On your way, you will ride through the very scenic Chablais region (our playground; our office is nearby!). The ride includes one major climb: Col de la Colombiere (1,613 m 5,290 ft). Dinner and accommodations are in Le-Grand-Bornand

Day 3: Le-Grand-Bornand – Albertville
You’ll leave the very picturesque Le-Grand-Bornand and get on 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.

Day 4: Albertville – Valloire
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 its rewards- 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.

Day 5: Valloire – Alpe d’Huez
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 used by Tour de France riders in 1911. You’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the Meije glacier and with 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.

Day 6: Departure
After breakfast, depart Alpe d’Huez at the time of your choice (self-guided version). Note that transfers to Grenoble or Geneva can be arranged on request

• Breakfast
• Booking obligatory
• Half-board
• Equipment hire

All year round between 9 am and 6 pm.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.

From 01/01 to 31/05/2022
Adult: 0 € (Cycingour not available. Another itinerary can be offered on request for groups of 6 or more.).

From 01/06 to 30/09/2022
Adult: 895 to 1,395 € (per person sharing a room. Single supplement from 265 to 345 euros.).

From 01/10/2022 to 31/05/2023
Adult: 0 € (Cycingour not available. Another itinerary can be offered on request for groups of 6 or more.).


Pricing: From 895 euros per person sharing a double room
This tour comes in two options:

SELF-GUIDED: From 895 euros per person sharing a double room (double occupancy on a self-guided basis). Single supplement is 265 euros. Offered on the following dates:
• September 3rd

WITH SUPPORT VEHICLE: From 1,395 euros per person sharing a double room (double occupancy on a guided basis). Single supplement is 345 euros. Offered on the following date:
• June 26th
Note: This tour can be combined with La Marmotte Gran Fondo held on July 3rd 2022.

This tour can be organized for groups of 6 people and more from June through September.

Pricing: From 895 euros per person sharing a double room
This tour comes in two options:

SELF-GUIDED: From 895 euros per person sharing a double room (double occupancy on a self-guided basis). Single supplement is 265 euros. Offered on the following dates:
• September 3rd

WITH SUPPORT VEHICLE: From 1,395 euros per person sharing a double room (double occupancy on a guided basis). Single supplement is 345 euros. Offered on the following date:
• June 26th
Note: This tour can be combined with La Marmotte Gran Fondo held on July 3rd 2022.

This tour can be organized for groups of 6 people and more from June through September.

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• Credit transfer

Arrive at Geneva International Airport. We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel located in Yvoire by Lake Geneva. There, you will be provided with the information kit for the itinerary during the orientation meeting.

• English
• French

• Overall map Geneva to Alpe d'Huez