EPIC Trans Pyrenees
EPIC Trans Pyrenees
An epic ride across the legendary climbs of the Pyrenees
Discover the natural beauty of one of Europe’s most celebrated cycling terrains. Cross the highest peaks in the Pyrenees, conquering legendary Tour de France climbs every day. Includes Tourmalet, Aubisque, Aspin, Peyresourde, Pierre St Martin, Jaizkibel and many more!
Featured Climbs
Col du Tourmalet, Col d’Aubisque, Col de Portet, Jaizkibel, Col de la Pierre Saint Martin
Overview
Details
Next Departure
May 18th 2024
From
USD $4,795
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
No
Rental Bike
USD $550
Ride Program
Total Distance
Total Elevation
Daily Av. Distance
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Overview
NEW Route in 2024!
The Pyrenees conjure up images of famous Tour de France stages. This is your opportunity to transform these images into real life as you conquer the legendary Pyrenees climbs of the Tour de France.
From St Lary Soulan in the heart of the French Pyrenees, you’ll conquer the most iconic climbs as we cross the Pyrenees from east to west. The ride begins with Tour de France favourites like the Tourmalet, Aubisque, Peyresourde, Portet and Aspin before crossing the mighty Col de la Pierre Saint Martin into Spain. Several magnificent climbs await on the Spanish side including the iconic Basque climb, the Jaizkibel, which featured on Stage 2 of the 2023 Tour de France. From the Jaizkibel, it’s a short descent to your final hotel in the beautiful city of San Sebastián, one of the world’s most exciting gastronomic destinations.
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Welcome to the Pyrenees | Hotel Mercure, Saint Lary Soulan | |||
| 02 | Col de Portet | Hotel Mercure, Saint Lary Soulan | |||
| 03 | The Tourmalet | Beausejour Hotel | |||
| 04 | Spandelles and Aubisque | Hotel Alysson | |||
| 05 | Col de la Pierre St Martin | Hotel Silken Puerta de Irati | |||
| 06 | Best of Spain and France | Hotel Venta Etxalar | |||
| 07 | Jaizkibel and into San Sebastián | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
| 08 | Au revoir! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
Distance
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Welcome to the Pyrenees
Your trip starts at Toulouse Blagnac Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in St Lary Soulan.
After a brief orientation meeting, lunch and bike build-up, you’ll head out on our warm-up ride which takes you high into the hills above the Aure Valley, over the Col de Ris and the Montée d’Ilhan. Serene roads and spectacular mountain landscapes set the scene for the week to come!
Day 2
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Col de Portet
Your first big day of climbing – and we kick things off with one of the most challenging climbs in the Pyrenees. The Col de Portet was first introduced to the Tour de France in 2018, then again in 2021 when Tadej Pogačar won the stage. Starting right outside the Hotel Mercure we though there could be no better way to launch an Epic Trans Pyrenees trip. After conquering the Portet the ride continues with the stunning Col d’Azet Val Louron and the Col de Peyresoude before the descent back to the Hotel Mercure and the end of a quintessential day in the French Pyrenees!
Day 3
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The Tourmalet
After the toughest climb in the Pyrenees yesterday, today you’ll ride the most famous of all Pyreneen – the legendary Col du Tourmalet.
Setting out from the hotel your first challenge is in the form of the Category 1, Col d’Aspin. The descent of the Aspin takes you to Ste Marie de Campan and the start of the Tourmalet. Don’t be fooled by the gentle slops of the first few km, it won’t be long until you’ll be seeing a lot of grades in double digits. Enjoy a snack at the famous cafe on the summit before heading down to Luz St Sauveur where the spectacular switchbacks of the climb to Luz-Ardiden await, before the ride along the valley to the next hotel.
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Map & Profile
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Col de Ris from Arreau |
5.9% | 2 | ||
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Montee d’Ilhan from Borderes-Louron |
6.1% | 3 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Col de Portet from St Lary Soulan |
8.5% | HC | ||
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Col de Val Louron-Azet from St Lary Soulan |
7.1% | 1 | ||
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Col de Peyresourde from Avajan |
7.1% | 1 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Col d’Aspin from Arreau |
6.7% | 1 | ||
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Col du Tourmalet from Ste Marie de Campan |
7.5% | HC | ||
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Luz-Ardiden from Luz St Sauveur |
7.5% | HC | ||
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Climbs
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Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
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| 2024 | |||||||
May 18 - 25 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $4,795
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USD $850 |
USD $900 |
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Aug 24 - 31 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $4,795
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USD $850 |
USD $900 |
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What's Included
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Toulouse Blagnac Airport |
9:00am |
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Pullman Toulouse Airport Hotel |
9:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Bilbao Airport |
9:00am |
Rental Bikes
Frame
Felt FR Advanced
Groupset
2023 SRAM Force AXS 12-speed
Weight
7.7kg (size 53)
Wheels
Reynolds AR46 DB Custom
Chainrings
48x35
Cassette
10-33
Sizes
47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
Price
USD $550
EPIC Trans Pyrenees
One of Europe’s most celebrated cycling terrains is an absolute must for every avid cyclist
