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2012 TOUR DE FRANCE Cycling Trips

VIP OFFICIAL TOUR OPERATOR

Thomson Bike Tours is one of only 3 tour operators worldwide to hold the "Master" Licence as VIP Official Tour Operator for the Tour de France and all other ASO organized cycling events.

As Official Tour Operator we can offer you unparalleled race-viewing opportunities in addition to our famous programs of challenging rides!

King of the Mountains EXTREME Trips - The Avid Rider's Choice!
Over the years our Extreme trips to the Tour de France mountain stages have become the first choice for avid riders looking to challenge themselves on the toughest climbs of the Tour de France. Challenging rides guaranteed!

King of the Mountains PERFORMANCE Trips - The Performance Rider's Choice!
Our Performance trips to the Tour de France mountain stages are the perfect choice for Performance riders looking to experience a week of riding over the high mountain passes of the Tour de France.

 

King of the Mountains - EXTREME Trips

These trips are designed to provide an exciting mix of LIVE race-viewing and challenging rides over the toughest climbs in the Alps and/or Pyrenees.

For advanced riders!

Average daily ride distance = 65 miles
Average daily elevation gain = 8,000 to 9,000 ft

 

EXTREME Trips

Tour de France LIVE Viewing

Famous climbs

 

  
           
 

ALPS
July 10 to 16

Stage 10: Col du Grand Colombier
Stage 11: Summit finish in La Toussuire

Galibier, Alpe d'Huez, Glandon, Croix de Fer, Telegraphe etc...

 
 

PYRENEES
July 15 to 21

Stage 16: Col de Peyresourde
Stage 17: Summit finish in Peyragudes
Optional extension to the Paris Finish available

Tourmalet, Port de Bales, Aspin, Peyresourde, Pla d'Adet etc...

 
 

ALPS & PYRENEES
July 10 to 21

Stage 10: Col du Grand Colombier
Stage 11: Summit finish in La Toussuire
Stage 16: Col de Peyresourde
Stage 17: Summit finish in Peyragudes
Optional extension to the Paris Finish available

Galibier, Alpe d'Huez, Glandon, Croix de Fer, Telegraphe, Aspin, Tourmalet, Port de Bales, Mente, Peyresourde, Portillon etc...

 

 

King of the Mountains - PERFORMANCE Trips

Similar to our Extreme trips but with a slightly less challenging daily itinerary.

For performance riders.

Average daily ride distance = 55 miles
Average daily elevation gain = 6,000 to 7,000 ft

 

PERFORMANCE Trips

Tour de France LIVE Viewing

Famous climbs

 

  
           
 

ALPS
July 9 to 15

Stage 10: Col du Grand Colombier
Stage 11: Summit finish in La Toussuire

Alpe d'Huez, Grand Colombier, Croix de Fer, Saisies, Aravis etc...


 
 

PYRENEES
July 15 to 21

Stage 16: Col de Peyresourde
Stage 17: Summit finish in Peyragudes
Optional extension to the Paris Finish available

Tourmalet, Port de Bales, Aspin, Peyresourde, Superbagneres etc..


 
 

ALPS & PYRENEES
July 9 to 21

Stage 10: Col du Grand Colombier
Stage 11: Summit finish in La Toussuire
Stage 16: Col de Peyresourde
Stage 17: Summit finish in Peyragudes
Optional extension to the Paris Finish available

Alpe d'Huez, Grand Colombier, Croix de Fer, Saisies, Aravis, Tourmalet, Port de Bales, Aspin, Peyresourde, Superbagneres etc..

 

 

Thomson Bike Tours at the 2011 Tour de France: watch the video...

 
Tour de France VIP Official Tour Operator

What our guests say...

 

I would definitely recommend Thomson to anyone looking for a challenging, Tour de France related cycling trip. I previously did a TdF cycling trip with another provider and my experience with Thomson was clearly superior in every regard. Highly recommended. I look forward to my next trip with Thomson.


Rick Call – TX, USA
2011 Tour de France Alps

I could ramble a list of superlatives. Suffice it to say that my trip was more than I could have imagined. The support before, during, and after the riding was just outstanding. Your staff is remarkable in their understanding and encouragement, invariably hitting the right tone. In all honesty I'm not aware of anything I would change!


David Winienger – ID, USA
2011 TDF Pyrenees & Alps

From the time I signed up, Thomsons were totaly professional.  Great communication, great rider support and a massive amount of work behind the sceens to make our trip great. I would and have recommended Thomson to other people.  We are planning to return next year maybe the Trans Pyrenees.  Peter and all the team were fantastic and great fun to be with.!


Neil Rees - Australia
2010 Tour de France Alps

A superior trip from start to finish.  Run by true professionals with a passion for cycling.  They go above and beyond all expectations to provide each cyclist with the trip of a lifetime. I'm sold on Thomson Bike Tours and would not consider riding with anyone else!


John Spieker - DE, USA
2010 Tour de France Alps