S.A.R.L. Cyclomundo
1, rue Jean-Jaurès
Centre Bonlieu
74000 Annecy
France

US Tel:  212-504-8368
US Fax: 212-202-5209
Tel:  +33(0)6 23 31 67 59
Fax:  +33(0)6 23 31 98 97
E-mail: info@cyclomundo.com

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 WEEK-LONG FUN CYCLING EVENTS

LEAD UP TO CAPE ARGUS PICK ‘N PAY CYCLE TOUR

Annecy, France (November 20, 2003)—The Cape Argus Pick ‘N Pay Cycle Tour, the world’s largest time cycling event, is set for March 14 in Cape Town, South Africa.  More than 40,000 riders from all corners of the world begin arriving for this annual cycloportive a week beforehand to take advantage of the cycling events before the main event.  The magnificent route in the Cape Peninsula’s idyllic setting and the number of activities that surround this event make it the trip of a lifetime for any cycling enthusiast.

Among the events scheduled the week before the Tour are:

• The Mountain Bike Challenge:  A March 7 mountain-bike race through the Boschendale wine region.  More than 1,000 riders are expected to enter.

• The “Giro del Capo”:  A professional stage race from March 8 -13.  The exciting finish will take place in Cape Town the day before the Cycle Tour starts.

• The “Cycle Tour Expo”: A cycling and fitness show scheduled from March 10-13, 2004.

As the official travel agent for Cape Argus Pick ‘N Pay Cycle Tour, Cyclomundo offers a selection of land packages and “discovery” tours for cyclists and non-cyclists alike.  All packages showcase the best of Cape Town and its remarkable region.  Discovery programs can be arranged before or after the Cycle Tour. 

An example is the 6-day land package.  It includes accommodations for 5 nights, daily breakfast, a half-day tour of Cape Town, a half-day tour of Robben Island, round-trip airport transfers and entry fees to the Cycle Tour.  This package starts at 758 Euros per person, based on double occupancy.

An 8-day land package is also available. This vacation allows riders to discover Cape Town and the coastal Garden Route. It includes 7-night accommodations with daily breakfast, 2 dinners, guided tours of Cape Town, transportation from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth and airport transfers.  This package is priced at 1,790 Euros per person, based on double occupancy.

Sightseeing tours and a car rental can be added to both packages.
Mountain-bike tours of the Garden Route can also be designed for groups.  Preferred air rates can be secured upon request.

For more information, please visit Cyclomundo’s website at www.cyclomundo.com or contact the agency by e-mail : info@cyclomundo.com, by phone : +33(0)6 23 31 67 59, or fax:  +33(0)6 23 31 98 97.