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The challenge of a lifetime,
for the charity of your choice...
London
to Paris
cycle
bike from capital to capital
in time to witness the finale
of the tour de france!
01244 676 454
globaladventurechallenges.com
Key Info challenge
highlights
Duration: 5 days • See the finale of the world’s greatest cycle race -
the Tour de France!
Distance: 308 miles approx. • Travel between two iconic capital cities by bike
• Pass by war memorials and through the Somme
Challenging 1
• Celebrate our achievements in style in Paris
Challenge Grade:
• Combine iconic landmarks and history
with picturesque scenery
Location: UK & France
the challenge
Our challenge takes us through the beautiful Kent countryside to Dover, before crossing the Channel
to Calais. We ride along quiet French country lanes, through traditional market towns with views of the
rolling, green fields of Northern France, and pass the war memorials and cemeteries of the Somme. The
pièce de résistance of this incredible challenge will be the final cycle along the the Champs-Élysées,
following in the tyre tracks of the greats before we see them cycle the same route the next day in the
finale of the Tour de France!
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
London to Calais Calais to Arras Arras to Compiègne Compiègne to Paris Paris to UK
After an early registration we Following breakfast at our After breakfast, we continue Our last day in the saddle After breakfast at our hotel,
begin our epic ride. It’s not hotel we leave Calais behind with our cycle and head sees us leaving Compiègne we are free to enjoy the sights
too long before we’re past the us, remembering to stay on south through the Region and riding through the and sounds of Paris. The Tour
outskirts of London and the right! We cycle on of the Somme and its WWI beautiful forest surrounding de France will be reaching its
hitting the countryside of smooth, flat roads before we battlefields - rolling, green the town. Our route then climax today as it races
Kent. It’s a long cycling day start to approach our first meadows studded with the continues through pretty through the streets of Paris,
today but when we reach water stop. The route then many war memorials and towns and villages towards so ensure you grab your place
Dover and the famous white becomes more undulating as cemeteries of the First World the outskirts of Paris. We on the Champs-Élysées to
cliffs, there’ll be a great sense we cycle through the French War. Following traditional cycle through the hustle and see some of the action. In the
of achievement. We then countryside on to our lunch French, tree-lined avenues, bustle of the Parisian streets early evening each participant
board the ferry to Calais and stop. Some small climbs after we approach our next until we reach the Louis will be responsible for getting
have dinner whilst on board. lunch bring us to a gentle overnight stop in Compiègne. Vuitton Foundation, where themselves to Gare du Nord
Upon reaching Calais, it’s just descent into the beautiful Since 1968, Compiègne has we stop to re-assemble then in order to catch the Eurostar
a very short push onto our medieval town of Arras, one been the starting place of the ride as a group along the back to St Pancras. Bicycles
hotel where we have a well of the prettiest towns in “Paris-Roubaix”, the most majestic Champs Elysées to will be transported back to
deserved rest and get our northern France, where we famous French cycling race our finish line at the Champ London and upon our arrival
heads down for the night. check into our hotel. after the Tour de France. de Mars, looking back at the back in the UK, we take a
Eiffel Tower! This evening we short transfer back to the
Cycling distance – Cycling distance – Cycling distance – toast our achievements at a starting point for farewell and
approx. 86 miles approx. 77 miles approx. 75 miles celebratory dinner. goodbyes. Alternatively,
participants are free to travel
Cycling distance – home directly from St Pancras
approx. 70 miles and we can arrange for your
bicycle to meet you there.
Please note, this is a complex
itinerary and subject to change.
your questions answered...
Is this trip for me? Do I have to carry my own luggage? Can I stay in Paris after the challenge?
ABSOLUTELY! This cycle is suitable for all ages No. All luggage will be transported from Yes! We are able to offer you an extension
with the correct training. The minimum age for accommodation to accommodation by our package to return the following day, enabling
this cycle is 18 years old (14-17 year olds must support vehicles. You will need a small day you to see the entire finish of the Tour de
be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). pack/bum bag/‘camel bak’ while cycling to France. Alternatively you can of course make
The one thing everyone will have in common is carry items such as camera, sunscreen, energy your own arrangements to return at your
a great sense of adventure and a desire to help snacks, etc. convenience and stay in Paris as long as you
a charity. Whether you are taking part as an wish, but remember you will need to keep your
individual or as a team with friends, team spirit Food Matters... bicycle with you too. If you wish to extend your
will be flying high on the challenge! All meals will be provided with the exception stay for one extra night in Paris, please contact
of breakfast on Day 1, the evening meal on the our Customer Care team.
How fit do I need to be? ferry crossing from Dover to Calais and lunch
This cycle ride has been graded as Challenging and dinner on Day 5. Whilst cycling, we will What support is there on the
(1) on our challenge grading scheme, meaning either stop at local cafés/restaurants or eat at challenge?
the cycle has been designed to push your open air buffets – this depends on the size of our There will be a strong support team with
boundaries - however it is achievable by most group. We cater for most dietary requirements professional Global Adventure Challenges
people as long as you fitness train beforehand. as long as we know in advance – just fill in the Leaders from the UK. Full comprehensive first
Remember, you are cycling for 4 consecutive appropriate section on your registration form. aid kits will be taken and we are never too far
days, covering approximately 309 miles so away from hospitals if needed. A vehicle will
expect to be in the saddle for about 7-8 hrs What’s included? travel with the group providing medical and
per day – the fitter you are, the more you will • One way ferry crossing from Dover to Calais mechanical support if needed.
enjoy this challenge. Cycling training tips can • One way Eurostar ticket from Paris to
be found on the Global Adventure Challenges London What happens if I get tired?
website to point you in the right direction. • Lunch on Day 1, breakfast, lunch and dinner There will be regular rest stops for drinks and
on Days 2, 3 and 4, and breakfast on Day 5 snacks after approximately every 20 miles of
Our policy is to encourage and support as many • All accommodation with the exception cycling – there is no problem if you need to take
people as possible to take part in our challenges. of the evening prior to the start of the more rest stops. Remember, this is not a race!
But they may not be suitable for all people due challenge
to restriction posed by limitation in mobility, • Refreshment stops including water, fruit, How do I go about raising the
physical or cognitive disability, pregnancy or and a variety of snacks approx. every 15 - 20
other various medical conditions. If you have sponsorship?
miles cycled
any doubts regarding your suitability for your Once you have signed up you will receive a
• Vehicles for back up and support
challenge please contact our office to speak to fundraising pack from your charity in order to
• Route markers or cycle guides
one of the team. make fundraising as easy as possible. You will
• Global Adventure Challenges Event Crew
also receive a few tips and ideas from Global
• Mechanic support. Basic spare bike parts
What is the challenge grading scheme? Adventure Challenges to help you on your way.
will be taken but please note, we cannot
All of our challenges are graded on a scale from cater for every eventuality, therefore
1 to 3 to indicate the level of difficulty, 1 being I’m interested... What do I do now?
it is vital that participants ensure that
the lowest challenge grade and 3 being the You can register online at
their bike is in full working order and in good
most challenging. (1 = Challenging, globaladventurechallenges.com - payment of
condition. You will be billed for any spare
2 = Tough and 3 = Extreme). the registration fee is due at time of booking
parts used in repairing your bike.
– all payment options and costs are explained
• Transfer of bikes back to London
Where will we stay? on the dates and costs information sheet. Once
• Coach transfer back to start venue at the end
We will stay in local hotels en route, which range your registration is received Global Adventure
of the challenge
from 2* to 3* - remember, this is a challenge! Challenges will write to you, sending you
further information on what to expect from this
All accommodation has washing facilities What’s not included? awesome adventure! Your charity will also be in
available. Rooms are normally twin share, but • Breakfast and dinner on Day 1, lunch
there may be use of some triple rooms too. contact to discuss your fundraising.
and dinner on Day 5
• Alcoholic drinks
Do I need specialist kit? • Bicycle hire – each participant must bring
We will supply you with a kit list of what to take their own recently serviced bicycle
once you register to take part. Each participant • Bicycle insurance
will need to bring their own bicycle for this • Travel insurance
challenge. Other items of kit will be required, • Tips and gratuities
such as cycling shorts, cycling helmet and
cycling gloves – other than this, you do not
need any specialist kit.
Register Online Today!
www.globaladventurechallenges.com
01244 676 454
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