Overview
The Tour du Mont Blanc Cycle is a very popular cycle challenge during which you will cycle through three countries (Switzerland, France and Italy) in the shadow of the mighty Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.
Over four full days of cycling you will experience the very best Alps has to offer, from incredible lung bursting switchback ascents to hair-raising super-sonic descents…and everything in between. This trip is fully guided and supported leaving you to concentrate on the cycling and soak up the world class vistas.
Single room option is an additional £250 which can be added upon booking.
Our Star Ratings
Here is an explanation of our cycling trip grades. Please bear in mind that total ascent, wind, rain and general riding conditions can play as important factors as the daily distances involved. Whilst we have stated some example distances, the overall difficulty assigned to each trip will encompass a range of these factors. If you are at all unsure of whether you think the trip is suitable, please contact us.
Easy: Suitable for those new to cycling seeking an introductory and very relaxed yet active experience on two wheels. Easy riding on short, flat and/or gently undulating routes. Approx 20 – 40 miles a day
Relaxed: Undulating terrain with occasional minor undulations for semi-regular novices who wish to develop fitness and ability. May include a few short steep climbs. Approx 40 – 50 miles a day
Moderate: Designed for cyclists with a good level of riding experience and fitness, and are comfortable riding for full days in the saddle. Routes will include some steep and/or sustained climbs. Not for those completely new to cycling. Approx 50 – 80 miles a day
Challenging: Routes with multiple steep and sustained climbs and technical descents and/or long distances. Riders need to be have a high level of fitness and stamina in addition to experience in riding over extended distances and/or tackling long ascents and descents. Approx 70 – 110 miles a day
Advanced: Designed for experienced cyclists with an excellent level of fitness and stamina. Routes are consistently long with multiple serious and steep ascents and descents throughout. High altitude ascents may be undertaken followed by technically demanding descents. Approx 80 – 120 miles a day
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly into Geneva
We meet at Geneva airport where you will be met by your More Adventure leaders who will transfer you, your luggage and your bike to your accommodation in this incredible city. Depending on your flight time you should have time to relax, take a look around and prepare for the trip ahead. During the group meal your leaders will talk through the exciting days ahead and you’ll also meet your fellow riders for the trip.
Day 2: Geneva to Martigny (82 miles – 9937ft ascent)
Time to ride! Rolling out of Geneva the first 40 miles are relatively flat giving you a chance to settle into your riding and take in the beautiful surroundings. The second half of the day starts to curve upwards as the first of three short(ish) climbs are to be negotiated. For your efforts, you are rewarded with a super descent all the way into Swiss Martigny for your overnight stop, which has a museum dedicated to the St Bernard dog!
Day 3: Martigny to Aosta (50 miles – 8942ft ascent)
A shorter day but what it lacks in length it makes up in height gain! Today is the day of the Saint Bernard…the Col du Gd St Bernard to be exact! At 25 miles long and with 6000ft of ascent, this is a mega climb! However, at around 5% average gradient it is certainly manageable and you may even take time to appreciate the views! Also what goes up must come down so after some well needed mountain- top refreshments, you have a scintillating 22 mile descent into the Italian town of Aosta where we overnight.
Day 4: Aosta to Bourg Saint Maurice (53 Miles – 7836ft ascent)
Today is Col du Petit St Bernard but don’t be fooled, although it is “Petit”, there isn’t much in it! Another single-mountain day where you can focus on the long ride up to the summit and again you will be rewarded with a super twisty descent, this time into Bourg Saint Maurice for our overnight.
Day 5: Bourg Saint Maurice to Geneva (88 Miles – 10,990ft ascent)
A longer multiple ascent day starts with the Cormet de Roselend which tops out at over 6400ft. After another long winding descent the terrain becomes more familiar with rolling countryside and (relatively!) smaller climbs. As we we roll into Geneva, exhausted but elated, we can pack our bikes away and enjoy a celebratory evening with great food, wine and company in Geneva.
Day 6: Fly Home
After breakfast you will be transferred to Geneva airport for your flight home.
Map
Includes
– Cycle Leader/s and Support Driver
– 5 x night’s hotel accommodation
– 4 x breakfasts
– Bicycle Mechanical support
– Ferry crossing from Dover to Calais
– Transfers from/to Geneva Airport on scheduled arrival/departure dates
– All luggage transported during your trip
– First Aid Cover
– GPX files of the route (if requested)
– Snacks on route
Not Included
– Bicycle and Helmet
– Flights to and from Geneva
– Evening meals, lunches, drinks and snacks
– European Health Card (www.ehic.org.uk/Internet/home.do)
– Insurance
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