Tour de France by E-BIKE
Week 1 DUPLICATE
Grand Depart & Pyrenees












TDF by E-BIKE – Week 1 Grand Depart & Pyrenees (Copy)
Designed exclusively for e-bikes! Witness the Grand Depart and Pyrenees stages with the Premier Official Tour Operator
LIVE race-viewing of the opening stages of the Tour de France in the Basque region of Spain and the French Pyrenees. Ride the Tourmalet, Aubisque, Hautacam, Spandelles, Jaizkibel and many more iconic routes in the Pyrenees and Spain.
Featured Climbs
Col du Tourmalet, Col d’Aubisque, Hautacam, Jaizkibel
Overview
Details
Next Departure
No Upcoming Departures
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
Yes
Rental Bike
From USD $500
Overview
Thomson Tour de France E-BIKE Trips are designed exclusively for e-bikers looking to combine the thrill of LIVE TDF race-viewing with fun rides on the iconic routes and climbs of the Tour de France.
Experience the opening stages of the Tour de France in Bilbao and San Sebastián, and witness the key Pyrenees stage live on the Col du Tourmalet from the comfort of our Private Hospitality Marquee. Mingle with the pro riders and Tour celebrities with our privileged VIP access to the Departure Village at the Opening Stage in Bilbao, and cherish the unique experience of riding across the Finish Line ahead of the peloton in San Sebastián.
You’ll also enjoy daily rides on the iconic routes and climbs of the Tour de France. Ride the Col du Tourmalet, Hautacam, the Col d’Aubisque, the Col de Spandelles and the legendary Jaizkibel climb, just 20km from the Finish of Stage 2 in San Sebastián.
E-BIKE Trips explained
Why separate trips: we take e-bikes seriously, which means giving them the extra attention they require. To create the most successful trip possible, our E-BIKE trips have been designed specifically with e-bikes in mind. These machines need specific support; from the vans that transport them to the e-bike mechanics and tools that keep them running in perfect condition. Even the hotels have to be selected carefully to be able to cater for storage and charging.
What if I ride a road bike but my partner or friend rides an e-bike: both you and your partner or friend should sign up for the E-BIKE trip. Road bikes will be available to rent (or you can bring your own) on our E-BIKE trips. Rides are similar in distance and difficulty level to the ‘Performance’ route on our road bike trips.

Choose between Sport & Performance
2 different rides every day to choose from
Performance Itinerary
RIDE ITINERARY SELECTOR
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Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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01 | Welcome to Spain! | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
01 | Welcome to Spain! | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
02 | LIVE Race-Viewing: The Opening Stage | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
02 | LIVE Race-Viewing: The Opening Stage | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
03 | LIVE Race-Viewing + Ride over the Finish Line & Podium Photo Op in San Sebastián | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
03 | LIVE Race-Viewing + Ride over the Finish Line & Podium Photo Op in San Sebastián | Hotel Catalonia Donosti | |||
04 | Into the Pyrenees | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
04 | Into the Pyrenees | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
05 | Col d'Aubisque | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
05 | Col d'Aubisque | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
06 | Col de Spandelles | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
06 | Col de Spandelles | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
07 | LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Tourmalet | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
07 | LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Tourmalet | Hotel Gallia & Londres | |||
08 | Au revoir! | ||||
08 | Au revoir! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Welcome to Spain!
PERFORMANCE Your trip starts at Bilbao Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in San Sebastian.
After a brief orientation meeting, lunch and bike build-up, you’ll head out on your first ride in the Basque Country. The warm-up ride takes you into the rolling hills to the south of San Sebastian before the climb to Igeldo and the incredibly scenic coastal road that leads back to the hotel in San Sebastian.

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Map & Profile
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Dates & Prices
Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
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2023 | |||||||
Closed
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June 30 to July 7 |
Closed |
USD $6,495
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USD $1,300 |
n/a |
Waiting List
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Trip Hotels
What's Included
What's Included | What's Not Included |
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Tour de France Viewing
Accommodations & Meals
Transportation
Cycling Support
Nutrition during the rides
Merchandising
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Tour de France Viewing
Accommodations & Meals
Transportation
Cycling Support
Nutrition during the rides
Merchandising
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What's Not Included |
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
Pickup Location | Time |
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Bilbao Airport |
June 30th at 9:00am |
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Holiday Inn Express Bilbao Airport |
June 30th at 9:00am |
Departure
Drop Off Location | Time |
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Toulouse Blagnac Airport |
July 7th at 10:00am |
Rental Bikes


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TDF by E-BIKE – Week 1 Grand Depart & Pyrenees (Copy)
Experience the Tour de France with the Premier Official Tour Operator