Dauphine Challenge

Join Destination Cycling to experience the famous Dauphiné Libéré stage race. Enjoy eight days of riding through the hallowed roads of the French Alps and into Provence. As part of the UCI Pro Tour, the Dauphiné Libéré attracts every major team and promises top level racing.  This event is usually the last tune up race before the teams start the Tour de France. The race itinerary offers you the chance to experience the variety of a stage race route, complete with a prologue, in individual time trial, and lots of challenging climbs (possibly up Mont Ventoux).

In Destination Cycling fashion, we look forward to riding every stage in its entirety the day before the pros race (or as much as you decide to ride). We invite you to join us for another epic adventure in France.

Included in your trip price:

• All accommodations (8 nights at great hotels along the route)
• All meals - breakfasts, lunches, dinners
• All snacks and drinks for each days ride
• Bike guides for each organized daily ride
• Daily route support with our vans, including drinks and on the bike snacks
• Daily cue sheets with routes and maps
• All transportation during the trip (airport pick-up and drop-off; stage transfers)
• All luggage transfers
• Mechanical assistance from professional mechanics during the day and after each stage
• Bicycle assembly upon arrival and break-down for return trip
• Daily post-ride massages
• Equipment:
• Helmet by Giro
• Sunglasses by Smith
• Cycling Gear to include: 2 - short sleeve jerseys, 1 - long sleeve jersey, 2 - bibs, 1 – wind / rain Jacket, 1 – vest, arm and leg warmers, 2 – pair of socks, 1– cycling hat
• Casual Clothes to include: 2 – polo shirts, 2 – baseball hats
• Pre-departure info on how to prepare for your trip
• All gratuities for special events, local guides, transfers, hotels and restaurants

Items not included:

• Airfare to and from the trip
• Lodging before and after the trip
• Personal items purchased during the trip
• Personal hotel expenses; mini bar, telephone, room service
• Bicycles
• Travel and personal insurance
• Tips for soigneurs and guides

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