2020 TOUR DE FRANCE BIKE TOUR - ALPS TO PARIS ULTIMATE TEAM & VIP ACCESS WEEK 3 - Trek Travel
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2020 Tour de France Bike Tour - Alps to Paris Ultimate Team & VIP Access Week 3
LUXURY | 7 DAYS, 6 NIGHTS
TREKTRAVEL.COM | 866-464-8735
2020 TOUR DE FRANCE BIKE
TOUR - ALPS TO PARIS
ULTIMATE TEAM & VIP
ACCESS WEEK 3
EXPERIENCE WEEK 3 WITH THE ULTIMATE RACE & TREK-
SEGAFREDO TEAM ACCESS
From
Join us to celebrate the 107th edition of the Tour de France, as Trek Travel Prices Coming Soon
proudly presents the ultimate Tour de France 2020 experience! As the
Rider Type
Official Tour Operator for both the Tour de France and the Trek-Segafredo Avid
racing team, only Trek Travel can offer this exclusive VIP trip with
Hotel Style
unparalleled behind-the-scenes access to the team and the heart of the
Luxury
world’s premier cycling race. We've hand-picked the most luxurious hotels
that land us right in the middle of the action. The Alps are the heart and Duration
7 days | 6 nights
soul of the Tour de France. With epic climbs and breathtaking views, they
provide a battleground for a true test of competitive will. Whether it’s the Start | End
thrilling mountaintop finish at Col de la Loze in Méribel or the final laps Annecy, France | Paris,
France
around the Place de la Concord in Paris, we'll take you to where the yellow
jersey will be lost and won again. We kept the rides on this trip short to be Dates
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able to make the most of your time experiencing Le Tour. This also makes
this trip ideal for non-riding companions. Enjoy a behind the scenes event
with Trek-Segafredo, challenge your legs to the same history-making
climbs as the peloton, all with privileged VIP access to the race and
luxurious hotels. Together with an unforgettable ascent of the iconic Alpe
d’Huez, first-class, professional support, a wealth of local knowledge, and
the best bikes in the business, there’s no better way to celebrate the
passion and drama of this exhilarating event. It's as close as you can get to
the action without joining the peloton!
TRIP WOWS
Exclusive Trek-Segafredo Team Access—mingle with team representatives during a cocktail hour Q&A session and
take a tour of the team bus
Official VIP Race Access Passes to the open top-bus at final mountain top finish of Stage 17 in Méribel Col de la Loze
Official VIP Race Access Passes to the Departure Village of Stage 18 in Méribel
Stay at the timeless Parisian landmark, the 5-star Hotel de Crillon, close to the Trek Travel race viewing of the Grand
Finale in Paris
Experience this year’s TDF featured climb of Col de la Loze and also the famous TDF climbs of Alpe d’Huez, Galibier,
and Télégraphe
DAILY ITINERARY
2020
TODAY'S RIDE:
Day Moutiers to Méribel
Approximately 16 miles with 4,000
TODAY'S TOUR STAGE:
Stag e 16: La Tour-du-Pin to
feet of climbing Villard-de-Lans
1
DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and the final week of the 107th Tour de France, featuring historic climbs like Col de
la Madeline, Col des Aravis, Col des Saisies, and so many more. After a 90-minute private shuttle from Annecy to the heart
of the Tarentaise Valley, you'll arrive in a quaint alpine village to a satisfying lunch and professional bike fit on your award-
winning Trek Domane. Set out for a stunning ride through the pristine slopes of Trois Vallées ski areas, famed to be the
largest ski area in the world. Pause to take in the views of the surrounding soaring peaks, and continue your climb to
Méribel and our luxury mountain lodging, Le Kaïla, your home for the next two nights. Once at the chalet, you’ll enjoy a
warm family welcome, and some time to relax. This evening, we'll gather for a cocktail and learn about the week ahead
before indulging in the famous Savoie cuisine of the region.
HOTEL: INCLUDED MEALS:
Le Kaïla Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
TODAY'S SPECIAL ACCESS:
Day TODAY'S RIDE:
Méribel to Col de la Loze return
B ehind the Scenes with Trek-
Seg afredo TODAY'S TOUR STAGE:
Approximately 14 miles with 3,000 VIP Access to the open top bus at Stag e 17: Grenoble to Méribel
feet of climbing the Stage 17 finish Col de la Loze
2 DESCRIPTION:
Today is your first day at Le Tour. Rise early this morning and if the road is open, we'll climb the final kilometers of today's
stage ahead of the peloton up to Col de la Loze. This is the newest climb in the Alps and the high point of the 2020 Tour de
France. With the final seven kilometers on the new Montée de la Loze cycle path and gradients of up to 11%, this will surely
be a ride to remember. Enjoy the spectacular views from the top before returning the way you came back to our hotel to
freshen up. This afternoon, we'll head up to the arrival zone for a VIP afternoon at the finish of Stage 17. There, we'll watch
the arrival of the racers from a unique vantage point aboard an official VIP luxury open-top bus near the finish line. This
exclusive viewing location is head and shoulders above the crowd and fully equipped with an open bar and plasma screen
TV’s so you don’t miss any of the action. This evening, get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse at a pro
cycling team during a special private event with Trek-Segafredo. You'll mingle with team representatives during our cocktail
hour Q&A session, take a tour of the team bus, and get up close to the ultimate Trek bikes. It is sure to be an evening to
remember!
HOTEL: INCLUDED MEALS:
Le Kaïla Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
TODAY'S TOUR STAGE AND ACCESS:
Day TODAY'S RIDE:
Les Deux Alpes B alcony Loop
Stag e 18: Méribel to La R oche-
sur-Foron
Approximately 18 miles with 3,100 VIP Access to the Stage 18 departure
feet of climbing village
3 DESCRIPTION:
Savor your pain au chocolat this morning before we stroll into the center of Méribel for a one-of-a-kind VIP experience at
the Stage 18 start. We have your coveted VIP passes to the official Departure Village and team paddock, where you'll be
able to snap a photo of the pros as they warm up and prepare for today’s stage. Position yourself to watch the start of the
race and cheer on riders as they begin this dynamic stage that will take the peloton over four high mountain passes and
12,000 feet of climbing. Once the race has departed, we’ll leave the hustle and bustle of the race behind and shuttle to chic
mountain village Les Deux Alpes, where you can relax and catch the day's stage finish on TV or take an afternoon spin
along the little known but spectacular alpine balcony road, a Trek Travel guides favorite ride. This evening we'll indulge in
the famous alpine cuisine at our boutique hotel restaurant.
INCLUDED MEALS:
Chalet Mounier Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerTODAY'S RIDE:
Day Villard d'Arene to Col du Galibier
to Col du Lautaret w/shuttle to
AVID OPTION:
Les Deux Alpes to Col du
TODAY'S TOUR STAGE:
hotel Galibier return
Approximately 15 miles with 3,400 Approximately 53 miles with 9,450 Stag e 19: B ourg -en-B resse to
4
feet of climbing feet of climbing Champag nole
DESCRIPTION:
Prepare yourself for a “King/Queen of the Mountains” challenge today as you take on three of the Alps’ most celebrated
passes. First up the lofty Col du Lautaret, which is sure to get your heart pounding before you climb to almost 8,600 feet
above sea level and summit the iconic Col du Galibier, just as the pros did over 100 years ago when this climb debuted in
the Tour. Challenging, awe inspiring, and utterly beautiful, this is one of French Alps greatest rides. If you have the legs, ride
onward to the Col du Télégraphe or alternatively ride back to the Col du Lautaret and enjoy a fast, beautiful descent
followed by a well-earned lunch on a sunny terrace surrounded by the majesty of the Alps. Throughout the day’s epic riding,
your guides will be there to support you as you meet today’s challenge with all the determination of a pro cyclist. Tonight,
you're free to explore the lively mountain ski town known as Les Deux Alpes. Grab a quick pizza at a local brewpub, indulge
in a hearty Raclette, or saddle up to some pasta. There's plenty of variety to be found tonight and your guides are more
than happy to help you choose.
HOTEL: INCLUDED MEALS:
Chalet Mounier Breakfast | Lunch
TODAY'S RIDE: AVID OPTION:
Day Les Deux Alpes to Alpe d'Huez
to Venosc with Gondola return
Les Deux Alpes to Alpe d'Huez
to Col de Sarenne Loop TODAY'S TOUR STAGE:
Approximately 38 miles with 5,200 Approximately 42 miles with 7,700 Stag e 20: Lure to La Planche
feet of climbing feet of climbing des B elles Filles
5 DESCRIPTION:
After a hearty breakfast, today's ride begins with a descent down the valley to the base of the mythic Alpe d’Huez. The
morning mountain air will surely be the perfect temperature to ride up the legendary 21 switchbacks. Every switchback is
named after a winner of this climb in the Tour de France, each baiting you to ride to the next. With an average grade of 8%,
this lion of a climb will grab and hold all your attention. After ascending to the summit of this historic pass, linger at the
top, bask in the afterglow of your conquest over lunch, and savor the astounding views, the support, and good cheer of your
Trek Travel guides. Remember to acknowledge that you’ve just mastered one of cycling’s most fabled roads. If this isn’t
enough for you, continue up and over the mountain to attack Col de Sarenne. Known as “the B-side of Alpe d’Huez,” this
quiet road is popular with locals as an understated, less traveled, and equally difficult challenge. After an exhilarating
descent, choose to shuttle or ride back to Les Deux Alpes to watch the final riders on TV in today's time trial on Les
Planches des Belles Filles. This climb has been featured in the Tour in recent years but never before the race's final
mountaintop finish. We'll be sure to see the fight for yellow in all its unabashed glory and witness who will be parading the
yellow jersey into Paris. Tonight, we’ll toast to an unforgettable day in the Alps over a gourmet feast as you look forward to
the finale in Paris tomorrow.
HOTEL: INCLUDED MEALS:
Chalet Mounier Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
TODAY'S TEAM ACCESS:
Day TODAY'S RACE VIEWING:
B ehind the scenes with the
Trek-Seg afredo Team TODAY'S TOUR STAGE:
Cocktails and Q&A with Trek- Stag e 21: Mantes-la-Jolie to
VIP Paris race finale Segafredo team post race at ACF Paris Champs-Ély sées
6 DESCRIPTION:
This morning you’ll shuttle to Grenoble to board a TGV (France’s high-speed train) and head for Paris and the grand finale
of this year’s Tour. After you arrive at your luxurious Parisian hotel, your Trek Travel guides will escort you to your
exclusive Paris finale viewing event. Feel the ripples of anticipation as the racers arrive on the streets of Paris and cheer
with the crowds as the passion of the race fills the heart of the city. Enjoy the views from your prime viewing location and
watch the race pass by on each of the victory laps. Witness the energy of the peloton as it sweeps past at over 30 miles
per hour, catapulting another champion toward the podium. Once the race has finished, grab an autograph at one of the
many team buses parked near the finish then return to your hotel to freshen up for a final gourmet dinner in the city of
lights. The fanfare, excitement, and energy of the 107th edition of the Tour de France is yours as you celebrate the glory of
this epic race. C’est magnifique!
HOTEL: INCLUDED MEALS:
Hotel de Crillon Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerTODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Day Departure
DESCRIPTION:
It's hard to imagine, but your Tour of a lifetime has come to a close. Choose to sleep in today or enjoy a relaxing breakfast
7 at the hotel as you contemplate the lasting memories you’ve made. You’ll say farewell to your guides at 9:30 AM at the
Hotel de Crillon, with a 12:00 PM checkout. Please make your own onward travel arrangements to the airport, train station,
or other destination of your choice.
INCLUDED MEALS:
Breakfast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
For us, the details matter most
Every moment of a Trek Travel Tour de France trip has more than you could have ever dreamed. More romance. More scenery.
More choice. It's the little additions to every Trek Travel cycling vacation that make it truly special. And that's how we help you
create more memories.
What's Included
• Six nights of accommodation at handpicked hotels
• Two experienced guides to provide local knowledge, support, and camaraderie
• Daily route support with both guides and our support van
• Daily breakfast, four lunches, and five dinners
• Three social hours of drinks and hors d'oeuvres
• Ride a Trek Domane SL 7 disc
• Up to three daily route options on riding days
• Snacks and drinks for each day's ride
• Trek Travel Bontrager cycling jersey and socks to keep
• Trek-Segafredo pro team kit to keep
• Trek Travel water bottles to keep
• Cinch sack day bag to keep
• Each bike is equipped with a Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer, flat pack, front and rear Bontrager Flare R lights, a Bontrager
saddle, and pedals (Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged or flat pedals)
• Bontrager WaveCel helmets
• All gratuities for drivers, local experts, and hospitality staff
• All luggage transfers and transportation during your trip
• A personalized photobook of your trip
• Entrance fees for all activities, private tours, and events
• Exclusive Pro Team Access—get behind the scenes with Trek-Segafredo
• Official VIP Race Access Passes to the open-top bus at the final mountaintop finish of Stage 17 in Méribel Col de la Loze
• Official VIP Race Access Passes to the Departure village of Stage 18 in Méribel
• Exclusive Pro Team Access and Trek Travel race viewing of the Grand Finale in Paris
• Gratuities for all scheduled special events, restaurants, hotels, local guides, and transportation during your trip
• Private tours
• Entrance fees to all group events/activities
• All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
Gear
•Trek Domane SL 7 disc carbon road bike with Shimano Di2 electronic shifting
•Upgrade your bike to a Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ LT carbon road bike with Shimano Di2 electronic shifting
•Trek Travel Bontrager cycling jersey and socks to keep
•Trek-Segafredo pro team kit to keep
•Trek Travel water bottles to keep
•Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged, or flat pedals
•Bontrager WaveCel helmet
•Bontrager men's and women's specific saddles
•Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights and a flat pack
•Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer
•Cinch sack day bag to keep
•Upgrade your bike to include carbon wheels (+$200)
•Coupon valued up to $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Your coupon will be delivered via email prior to your trip.
•For the most comfortable ride, you may choose to bring your own pedals, saddle, and helmet on the trip. Your guides will install
your gear on the first day during your bike fit.THANK YOUR GUIDES, BY TIPPING
Gratuities for your Trek Travel guides are not included in your trip price. We recommend tipping 7.5-10% of your trip price for the
guide team. Local currency is preferred and unless you want to tip separately, guides will divide tips amongst themselves. Please
tip your guides at your discretion, based on their level of professionalism, guest care, and service.
What’s Not Included
• Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations
• Lodging before and after the trip
• Personal items purchased during the trip
• Optional activities not scheduled by Trek Travel
• On select trips some meals are not included. On these trips, Trek Travel invites you to explore the local cuisine at your leisure.
HOTELS
LE KAÏLA CHALET MOUNIER HOTEL DE CRILLON
MÉRIBEL, FRANCE LES DEUX ALPES, FRANCE PARIS, FRANCE
The luxurious Le Kaïla hotel waits to With amazing views Step back in time at this luxury hotel in
welcome you in the center of the chic of the surrounding Paris, ornately decorated in classic
ski town of Méribel, just a few miles area, this upscale 4- Baroque style and located close to our
from the mountaintop finish of the star chalet-style hotel destination for the final day's race
Tour Stage 17. Relax and enjoy 5-star features a spa and viewing celebration. Every room is a
mountaintop lodging at its finest, two pools so you can testament to Parisian exceptionalism,
surrounded by soaring peaks and at relax and recover from the week's epic with marble floors, signature dining,
the heart of the race. riding. and incredible attention to detail.
MEETING &
DEPARTING
How To Get There Meeting Time And Location
We suggest that you arrive at least Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at 11:00 AM on the first day of the trip. A
one to two days’ prior to the trip start, shuttle through the bustling city of Annecy and into the French Alps will bring you
which will enable you to adjust to the to your ride start close to Méribel. Please have your first day’s riding gear handy
time zone and minimize the risk of and separate from your other luggage to facilitate the bike fitting and ride.
missing the trip start due to flight-
related delays. We recommend that If you will be late for the pick-up or will miss it altogether, please inform your
you fly into Paris (CDG) or Geneva guides. You will receive an email a week before the trip starts with their names
(GVA). and contact details. If you cannot reach them, please call our first hotel, Le Kaïla
(+33 04 79 41 69 20), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and
From Paris’ Gare de Lyon, trains contact details. You may take a taxi from the train station to your first hotel for
depart daily for Annecy with a travel approximately 250 Euros.
time of four to five hours. The train
journey from Geneva to Annecy takes
one and a half to two hours.
However, train options and times are Departing Time And Location
somewhat limited to and from
Geneva and can sometimes present You will say farewell to your guides at 9:30 AM at the Hotel de Crillon. Check out
more logistical challenges. by 12:00 PM. Please make your own onward travel arrangements to the airport,Alternatively, you can take a taxi train station, or other destination of your choice.
from the Geneva airport to Annecy
for approximately 100 euros or a bus
for 20 euros. Please consult
www.SNCF.com or speak with our
travel agent for current train
schedules.
YOANN CONTE
Before: Annecy, France A 5-star Relais & Chateaux destination in the high Alps, this hotel boasts excellent
views of the famous Lake Annecy against a mountaintop backdrop. The thermal
Gorgeous Annecy! Guided tours of baths, spa, and gourmet restaurant also add next-level luxury to an already
historic Annecy allow you to discover glorious location.
the medieval aspects of the town www.yoann-conte.com/en/
and visit buildings dating back to the
Renaissance and the 12th century.
Hiking trails are numerous, covering L’IMPÉRIAL PALACE
diverse terrain, offering spectacular
views all around, and water activities Located in a park on Lake Annecy, L'Impérial Palace houses the Casino Impérial,
are bountiful along the lake. as well as one of the most famous convention centers in France. It has been fully
Paragliding is world-renowned in remodeled and includes both a fitness and a beauty center with a sauna and
Annecy, boasting some of the world’s steam bath.
best and providing, literally, a bird’s
eye view of the lake and surrounding www.Hotel-Imperial-Palace.com
mountains. Be sure to lounge in the
park by the lake, just across from the LES TRÉSOMS
town center, or linger at a café or ice
cream parlor surrounded by flowers. This is a residence-style hotel that dates from the early 1900’s, with a shaded
We recommend the following terrace overlooking the swimming pool and a beautiful view of the lake.
accommodations for your pre-trip
hotel: www.LesTresoms.com
HOTEL DE CRILLON
After: Paris, France Step back in time at this luxury hotel in Paris ornately decorated in classic
Baroque style. Every room is a testament to Parisian exceptionalism, with marble
The ‘City of Lights’ has something floors, signature dining, and incredible attention to detail.
for everyone. Start with a stroll and www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hotel-de-crillon
spot famous landmarks including
the Arc de Triomphe or Notre Dame.
Take time to visit the Louvre LE MEURICE
museum or venture to the top of the
Eiffel Tower. Discover the height of Let the Tuileries Garden set the scene at this hotel just steps from the Louvre,
French gastronomy and admire the Pont Neuf, Place de la Concorde, and more. There is no hotel more typically,
couture fashion or shop at the classically French than Le Meurice. Incredible suites, perfect dining, and a world-
diverse boutiques throughout the class spa create the perfect scene for the ultimate Parisian romance.
city. We recommend the following for
your post-trip accommodations: www.dorchestercollection.com/en/paris/le-meurice/
LE BRISTOL
Awash yourself in traditional Parisian luxury at this famously grand hotel in the
heart of the city. Its exclusive rooftop deck offer tremendous views, while its
gastronomy has been awarded by AFAR Magazine for "Best Food and Wine." It's a
destination not to be missed.
www.oetkercollection.com/hotels/le-bristol-paris/
* Hotels listed above are local properties we love. We do not have special rates available.FAQS
What Are The Daily Rides What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
Like?
On most Trek Travel trips, we offer non-riding options for riders who want to take
• Rider Type | 4 - Avid the afternoon off, or travel companions who want to spend little or no time in the
saddle. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip–please
• Average Daily Mileage | 25
contact one of our Trip Consultants for more information. Expenses and/or
• Terrain | Mountainous related transportation to these activities may not be included in the trip price.
• Average Daily Elevation | 2,500 feet Some non-riding options on this trip are:
• Total Miles | 167
• Total Elevation | 25,400 feet • Exclusive Trek-Segafredo Team Access—mingle with team representatives
during a cocktail hour Q&A session and take a tour of the team bus
Averages and totals are calculated • Official VIP Race Access Passes to the open-top bus at the final mountaintop
from our "Today’s Ride/Avid Ride" finish of Stage 17 in Méribel Col de la Loze
options. • Official VIP Race Access Passes to the Departure Village of Stage 18 in Méribel
The terrain is challenging, with • Explore the timeless Parisian landmark, the 5-star Hotel de Crillon, close to the
stunning views and quiet roads. You Trek Travel race viewing of the Grand Finale in Paris
will be invigorated by the fresh
mountain air and will take in
wonderful vistas. See day by day Trip Changes
itinerary for specific daily ride
distance and elevation options. See itinerary for specific daily ride distances and elevation options. On all of our
vacations, Trek Travel seeks to find quiet, paved secondary roads or bike paths to
experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Our itineraries
are an approximation of our trips. Trek Travel strives to offer every guest a
vacation of a lifetime on every trip. At times routes, hotels, activities, etc. listed
here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides to improve the trip
experience.You can also read
