Conquer the legendary climbs of the French Alps. This tour takes you through the most iconic passes of the Tour de France, including Alpe d'Huez and Col du Galibier. With premium support and luxury accommodation, you'll experience the best of French alpine cycling.
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French Alps Classic
AT A GLANCE & SCHEDULED DEPARTURES
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
DifficultyAdvanced
Group SizeMax 8–10 Riders
Starting Price€2,850 pp
Upcoming 2027 Scheduled Dates:
11 Jul – 17 Jul 2027
Places Available
18 Jul – 24 Jul 2027
Places Available
The Experience
Tour Highlights
Conquer Alpe d'Huez and its iconic 21 hairpins
Ride the legendary Col du Galibier
Premium vehicle support on all major ascents
€2,850per person
Price per personDeposit:€100
Includes premium accommodation, transfers, and full route support.
Choose from 2 departures
Jul 11, 2027Places available
Jul 18, 2027Places available
Balance dueBalance due Jun 11, 2027
Duration7 Days
Distance563 km
Elevation19,131 m
LevelAdvanced
€100 deposit to reserve
Balance due 30 days before trip
Deposit 100% refundable up to 30 days before departure
€2,850per person
Price per personDeposit:€100
Includes premium accommodation, transfers, and full route support.
Choose from 2 departures
Jul 11, 2027Places available
Jul 18, 2027Places available
Balance dueBalance due Jun 11, 2027
Duration7 Days
Distance563 km
Elevation19,131 m
LevelAdvanced
€100 deposit to reserve
Balance due 30 days before trip
Deposit 100% refundable up to 30 days before departure
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What's Included?
Every detail is considered for your comfort and safety.
Selected 3–4 Star Hotels
Stay in hand-picked 3- to 4-star accommodations featuring excellent amenities, bike storage, and strategic locations.
Private Airport Transfers
Worry-free arrival and departure with our private airport transfers for you and your bike from the regional airport.
Gourmet Dining & Half-Board
Half-board included with high-quality local cuisine, gourmet dinners, and cyclist-tailored breakfasts.
Enervit Ride Nutrition & Energy
Unlimited Enervit Sport energy gels, competition bars, chews, and isotonic electrolyte hydration provided before and during every ride.
Custom Water Bottles
Complimentary premium cycling bidons / water bottles ready on your bike and refilled throughout every stage.
Custom Cycling Jersey
Exclusive high-performance custom cycling jersey crafted with premium Italian fabrics, included for every guest.
Premium Road Bike
High-performance carbon road bike from De Rosa, perfectly maintained and fitted to your measurements.
Bike Wash & Preparation
Our expert mechanics clean and tune your bike every day, so it's in perfect condition for every ride.
Compex Leg Recovery
Accelerate your recovery with professional Compex muscle stimulation and recovery boots, available after every stage.
Daily Itinerary
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Day 1
Col du Télégraphe & Col du Galibier
LENGTH94.4 km
D+:4496 m
Max Alt:2637 m
We begin our French Alps adventure with a spectacular ride from Valloire to Briançon. The route takes us over two of the most iconic climbs in cycling history: the Col du Télégraphe and the mighty Col du Galibier (2,642 m). The long, steady climbs reward us with dramatic views of the high alpine terrain before a thrilling descent into Briançon.
Elevation Profile717m — 2637m
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94.4 km
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Day 2
Col d'Izoard Loop
LENGTH63.2 km
D+:2330 m
Max Alt:2363 m
A classic loop from Briançon over the legendary Col d'Izoard (2,360 m). We tackle the climb from the south side, passing through the surreal, lunar-like landscape of the Casse Déserte — a place steeped in Tour de France history. After reaching the summit, we enjoy a sweeping descent back to our base.
Elevation Profile1214m — 2363m
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63.2 km
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Day 3
Col de la Croix de Fer
LENGTH77.4 km
D+:2157 m
Max Alt:2067 m
Today we take on the Col de la Croix de Fer (2,067 m) from Bourg-d'Oisans. This long, irregular climb is a true test of pacing, featuring steep ramps interspersed with flatter sections and even short descents. The summit offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks and the pristine Lac de Grand Maison.
Elevation Profile710m — 2067m
0 km
77.4 km
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Day 4
Alpe d'Huez & Col d'Ornon
LENGTH88.8 km
D+:2980 m
Max Alt:1991 m
The day you've been waiting for: the 21 hairpins of Alpe d'Huez. We tackle the most famous climb in cycling, following in the tire tracks of legends. After conquering the Alpe, we continue our ride over the quieter, but equally beautiful, Col d'Ornon to complete a fantastic day in the saddle.
Elevation Profile715m — 1991m
0 km
88.8 km
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Day 5
Alpe d'Huez to Galibier Loop via Col de Sarenne
LENGTH116.6 km
D+:3253 m
Max Alt:2634 m
A spectacular and challenging loop that links Alpe d'Huez with the Galibier. We start by climbing the rugged and wild Col de Sarenne, a hidden gem behind Alpe d'Huez. The route then takes us through the spectacular Romanche valley before tackling the Galibier from the Lautaret side, completing an epic day of climbing.
Elevation Profile717m — 2634m
0 km
116.6 km
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Day 6
Col de la Madeleine
LENGTH68.6 km
D+:2103 m
Max Alt:1996 m
We head to the Maurienne valley to climb the Col de la Madeleine (1,993 m) from La Chambre. This is a long, relentless climb that rarely drops below 8% gradient. The effort is rewarded with magnificent views of the Mont Blanc massif from the summit, followed by a fast, technical descent.
Elevation Profile427m — 1996m
0 km
68.6 km
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Day 7
Mont Ventoux
LENGTH54.3 km
D+:1812 m
Max Alt:1895 m
We conclude our tour with the Giant of Provence: Mont Ventoux (1,909 m). We tackle the classic and most challenging ascent from Bédoin, riding through the forest before emerging into the famous barren, lunar landscape for the final kilometers to the observatory. A fitting and unforgettable finale to our French Alps Classic.
Elevation Profile311m — 1895m
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54.3 km
Gourmet & Stay
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Our Bikes
Our Fleet
De Rosa Idol
The Idol is a bike that remains in your heart. Its unique design and high-modulus carbon fiber frame offer a perfect balance of comfort and reactivity, making it ideal for long days in the saddle.
FrameCarbon T800 — Race Geometry
GroupsetShimano Ultegra Di2
WheelsFulcrum Wind 400
TiresContinental GP5000
CockpitFSA ACR Integrated
Bottle CagesElite Vico Carbon
De Rosa Spider
The Spider is De Rosa's answer to gravel. A frame that combines speed and stability, designed to take you beyond the tarmac without sacrificing the legendary De Rosa ride quality.
FrameCarbon Gravel — Italian Craftsmanship
GroupsetCampagnolo Ekar 1x13
WheelsFulcrum Rapid Red Carbon
TiresPirelli Cinturato Gravel
CockpitDeda Gravel Service Course
Bottle CagesElite Cannibal