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Etape
du Tour - Gap - Alpe d'Huez - July 10, 2006 |
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Ever dreamed of riding a stage of the Tour de France?
The 2006 Etape du Tour--France's most prestigious cyclosportive--will
take place between Gap and Alpe d'Huez on July 10, 2006. Mythic climbs
such as Izoard, Lautaret, and Alpe d'Huez will make this event an exceptional
one to ride. This cyclosportive--an organized, mass-timed cycling event--is the public version of a stage from the Tour de France. The appeal of Etape du Tour is that it enables seasoned cyclists and weekend warriors to ride an actual stage from the Tour de France just days prior to when the world's elite test themselves.
The Etape du Tour enjoys ultimate status,
ranking as the most prestigious cyclosportive in all of Europe. It is
organized by the ASO (Amaury Sport Organization), the same group that
organizes the Tour de France. Additionally, we will run an"Etape
and Marmotte Route Reconnaissance" May 26 thru June 2, 2006
as well as a number of self-guided
tours in the Alpe d'Huez area that can be done at any time between
May and October. |
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We offer two 4-night packages: "From Start to Finish" has been designed for riders who will fly in and out of Grenoble or Lyon. It includes 3 nights in Orcières-Merlette and 1 night in the vicinity of Alpe d'Huez (a 10 minutes' gondola ride). Additional nights can be arranged. "From Start and Back" has been designed for riders whol will drive to/from Orcières-Merlete and leave their cars there. It includes 4 nights in Orcières-Merlette. Additional nights can be arranged. |
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| Custom arrangements are possible for groups families. | |
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"From Start to Finish" - July 7 thru 11, 2006 - Starts from
742 euros |
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| Friday, July 7, 2006: Arrival | |
| Three transfers (morning, midday, and late afternoon) will be arranged from Lyon to Orcières where your accommodation is located. Most European airlines operate flights to Lyon from their European hub, making Lyon an easy place to fly into. Check-in in the afternoon. Dinner at the residence in Orcières. | |
| Saturday, July 8, 2006: Ride and Registration | |
| A few transfers will be arrranged to Gap where the "Etape Village" is located. You may also choose to ride there (a 30 km ride; approx. 20 miles). Once you've retrieved your number and registration is complete, feel free to do one of the self-guided rides included in your kit, unless you choose to join us for a guided ride. Dinner. Overnight in Orcières. | |
| Sunday, July 9, 2006: A Day of Relaxation | |
| We will ride to Gap and leave the bikes there (safe storage). They will be picked up the following morning. Afternoon transfers from Gap to Orcières. Carbo-loading dinner. | |
| Monday, July 10, 2006: Etape du Tour | |
| Early breakfast. Right after breakfast you will be transferred to the start of the race. Riders will race! Non riders will be treated to a "civilized picnic" at a key viewing-point of the race. Cyclomundo staff will be at the finish line to direct riders to the gondola that will take you to a nearby resort where you will overnight. Dinner will take place after a well-deserved rest. | |
| Tuesday, July 11, 2006: Departure | |
| Two transfers to Lyon have been arranged (early morning and mid-morning) | |
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Pricing: 742 euros for non riders; 852 euros for riders This package includes:
This package does not include:
Note: Although every effort will be made to accommodate everyone
in twin-bedded rooms, we cannot guarantee it. Alternatives include larger
apartments for 4, 6, or 8. |
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| Package "From Start and Back" - July 7 thru 11, 2006 - Starts from 572 euros | |
| Friday, July 7, 2006: Arrival in Gap | |
| Arrive in the afternoon in Orcières-Merlette. After check-in, you will meet Nadine who will brief you over the next few days' programme. Dinner will take place at the residence. | |
| Saturday, July 8, 2006: Ride and Registration | |
| A few transfers will be arrranged to Gap where the "Etape Village" is located. You may also choose to ride there (a 30 km ride; approx. 20 miles). Once you've retrieved your number and and registration is complete, feel free to do one of the self-guided rides included in your kit unless you choose to join us for a guided ride. Dinner. Overnight in Orcières. | |
| Sunday, July 9, 2006: A Day of Relaxation | |
| We will ride to Gap and leave the bikes there (safe storage). They will be picked up the following morning. Afternoon transfers from Gap to Orcières. Carbo-loading dinner. | |
| Monday, July 10, 2006: Etape du Tour | |
| Early breakfast. Right after breakfast you will be transferred to the start of the race. Riders will race! Non riders will be treated to a "civilized picnic" at a key viewing-point of the race. Cyclomundo staff will be at the finish line to direct riders to the gondola that will take you to a nearby resort where you will board the bus that will take you back to Orcières-Merlette. Dinner in Orcières-Merlette. | |
| Tuesday, July 11, 2006: Departure | |
| After breakfast, depart at the time of your choice. | |
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Pricing: 682 euros per rider; 572 euros per non-rider. This package includes:
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| Custom packages for groups/clubs | |
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We've catered to a number of private
groups by designing special packages. |
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| Cyclomundo Vacations |
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a la Carte build your own trip |
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| Ask Bruno | |
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| Tel: +33 450 872 109 | |
| or 212-504-8368 (US) | |
Riders
enjoy police escorts along routes that are closed to traffic and supplied
with frequent water and food stations. Locals from many of the towns
along the designated routes add to the experience by appearing in mass
and cheering on the riders.