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SUMMARY:Girona - Volta Catalunya
DESCRIPTION:Many pro-cyclists live in Girona and use it as a cycle training base due to its climate\, varied terrain and excellent road quality.  \n\n\n\n2026 will be our 12th year of visiting and riding in this amazing place and we are revamping our trip there with a new and exciting format. \nThe 2026 edition will be 8 nights\, 7 days of riding and will involve 4 nights in Girona itself and 4 nights in regional Catalunya so as to fully exploit this amazing region \nAfter so many year of riding in this area we know the roads intimately. Each day of this trip will be flexible in it’s routing to take into account rider levels and weather conditions. Stronger riders will have an opportunity for more distance and elevation every day if needed. \nTypical distances each day will be 90km-130km with between 1000m and 2500m of elevation gain. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGirona – Volta Catalunya\, the schedule\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSaturday May 2\n\n\n\nArrival day – we pick up from Girona airport or Barcelona airport. \n\n\n\nWe’ll collect you and get you settled into our hotel in Girona’s old town.  \n\n\n\nThere will be an opportunity for a short guided ride on the Saturday afternoon. \n\n\n\nSunday May 3\n\n\n\nGirona – Girona \nA local ride most likely taking in the classic climbs of Angels and Santa Pellaia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday May 4\nGirona – Olot \n\n\n\n\n\nToday we head inland and deep into the volcanic Garrotxa region. We’ll climb to the spectacular Coll de Condreu\, El Far and Coll de Bracons before settling down for the first of 2 nights in a rustic\, authentic farmhouse near Olot. \nTuesday May 5\nOlot – Olot \nA chance today to head deeper into the Pyrenees with Coll de Canes and the climb of Vallter 2000 on the agenda. \nWednesday May 6\nOlot – Calella de Palafrugell \nA superb ride to the Mediterranean with some big challenges on the way. Highlight of the day is likely to be the ascent of the stunning Mare de Deu del Mont. We arrive in Calella for the first of 2 nights at the beach. \nThursday May 7\nCalella – Calella \nExpect some short steep climbs today as we explore the coast around Llafranc and Begur. Some painful climbs will be numbed by the fabulous views! \nFriday May 8\nCalella – Girona \nToday we’ll ride the epic stretch of coastal road from St Feliu to Tossa de Mar. Then we’ll head inland to spend our final 2 nights of the trip back in Girona. \nSaturday May 9\nGirona – Girona \nOur final day will see a likely ascent of the famous Rocacorba climb. A fitting way to finish the trip. \nSunday May 10\nReturn transfers to Girona and Barcelona Airports. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho will enjoy this trip?\n\n\n\nThis trip will suit a wide range of riders.  \n\n\n\nRiding comfortably in a group environment will be beneficial. There will be a considerable amount of cycling in groups outside of the more significant climbs.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat we include\n\n\n\n\n8 nights accommodation\, 4 of which is bed and breakfast\, the other 4 including evening meal. Twin share.\n\n\n\nSingle occupancy is available at extra cost.\n\n\n\nTransfers to and from Girona Airport (Barcelona Airport transfers available at small extra cost).\n\n\n\n7 day of guided rides.\n\n\n\nFull vehicle vehicle support on 6 days.\n\n\n\nInformal evening lectures from a qualified coach.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat we don’t include\n\n\n\n\nTravel insurance.\n\n\n\nDrinks\, snacks and evening meals on 4 of the nights.\n\n\n\nFlights to and from Girona/Barcelona.\n\n\n\n\nContact us to learn more or to book.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT\n\n\n\nWe include transfers to and from Girona airport in the package. We are flexible on pick-up times.  \n\n\n\nBarcelona airport collection is possible at a small additional cost.  \n\n\n\nPlease contact us before booking any flights so that we can confirm that we’ll be able to collect and drop you off promptly. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCan’t make the whole week?\n\n\n\nLet us know if you’d like to join us for part of the ride. \n\n\n\nUsually\, we can accommodate riders to join us for shorter trips or those who would like to arrive/depart on different days. \n\n\n\nGirona has great transports links making it easy to join us midway through a trip. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/girona-volta/
LOCATION:Girona (Gerona):\, Girona\, Catalonia\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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SUMMARY:Discover the Alps - France and Italy
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Alps\nOur Discover the Alps trip is a perfect way to get great riding\, great training and learn lots on the way!  \nSpectacular guided rides under the watchful eye of a qualified coach. Evening lectures to inform and improve performance – the perfect combination to enhance riding performance. \nThis trip combines an optional coaching aspect with the opening of the cols as they are cleared of snow.  \nA spectacular time of year to ride the Alps\, with snow-lined cols waiting to be conquered.  \nThis trip is ideal for riders who have not been to the Alps before but experienced climbers will love it too. \nThe Alpine Workshop schedule\nSaturday\, May 30\nArrive at Geneva airport (aim to book a flight that arrives around lunchtime or early afternoon).  \nCollection by minibus and return to our Tarentaise base (transfer time approx 2 hours).  \nMake up the bikes\, briefing\, dinner. \n  \nSunday\, May 31\nThe climb to La Rosière and onwards to the Col du Petit St Bernard will be our day’s main feature.  \nIt’s a long climb at 28kms but it’s gradients are relatively gentle making it a great initiation to the week.  \nCoffee and lunch in Italy are a highlight today! \nThere will be options to climb the col from both sides and ride the ‘Versant Soleil’ on the way home.  \nDepending on the options chosen by the participants\, today we’ll ride between 80 and 130 kilometres and climb between 1500m and 2600m. \nMonday\, June 1 – Friday\, June 5\nThe following five days each involve rides of between 90 – 120 kilometres with between 2000 – 2500m of climbing.  \nA typical day starts with a ride at around 9 am. \nYou will be in the saddle for four to five hours each day. There will be several breaks in the riding and always a main stop of the day for lunch. \nThe exact itinerary will depend on the weather and rider levels.  \nLate spring is an exciting time for the cycling year when the big cols typically open after the winter snow is cleared.  \nClimbs that are likely to be on the agenda will be Cormet de Roselend\, Col de la Madeleine\, Col de Tamié\, Col des Saisies\, Col du Pré\, Col du Tra and the climb to La Plagne. \nEach evening there will be a review of the day and a preview of the next day’s ride.  \nInformal lectures will also be delivered on subjects such as climbing/descending techniques\, training plans\, tactics\, bike set up\, nutrition and mental approaches to improving performance. \nSaturday\, June 6\nDeparture Day.  \nReturn to Geneva Airport with a view to getting flights departing at 1300 or later. \nWho would enjoy this trip?\nThe Alpine Workshop allows for a variety of rider levels to enjoy themselves.  \nRiders may have previous experience riding in the Alps but it is not essential. The main prerequisite is being happy to be in the saddle for four to six hours daily.  \nAs with all our trips\, our job is to manage the differences in riders’ levels  \nWhat we include\n\nTransfers from and to Geneva airport.\nSeven nights half board accommodation (twin share) in a 3-star hotel.\nBreakfast and dinner each day.\nSix fully guided rides with vehicle support (subject to a minimum of 4 riders).\nEnergy drink powder\, bananas\, pastries in the vehicle.\nEvening lectures from a qualified coach.\n\nWhat we don’t include\n\nTravel insurance.\nDrinks\, snacks and evening meals.\nFlights.\n\nContact us to learn more or to book.   \nIMPORTANT\nPlease contact us before booking flights. We like to ensure your flight times result in us being able to collect you promptly. \nCan’t make it for the whole week?\nLet us know if you’d like to join us for part of the ride. \nUsually\, we can accommodate riders to join us for shorter trips or those who would like to arrive/depart on different days.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/alpine-workshop-discover-the-alps-france-and-italy/
LOCATION:l’Alpe d’Huez\, Bellentre - La Plagne\, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes\, France
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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SUMMARY:The Italian Job
DESCRIPTION:This tour takes in a fabulous combination of classic climbs and hidden gems. Starting and finishing just over the border in France\, this tour explores a wonderful and spectacular corner of north western Italy. This challenging trip will includes the fabulous climbs of the Colle del Nivolet and Colle delle Finestre. \nYou’ve probably seen the Nivolet already! The last scenes of the original Italian Job movie were filmed there\, with Michael Caine battling to stop the gold filled bus tipping over the edge. We’ll ride up it without being weighed down by gold and enjoy one of the most stunning and panoramic climbs in the Alps. \nThe Finestre was where Chris Froome famously attacked to seal victory in the 2018 Giro d’Italia. A dramatic and beautiful climb that that featured again in the 2025 edition of the Giro d’Italia where Simon Yates stormed to victory. It’s iconic final 7kms of gravel provide a tough and scenic challenge. \nThese two climbs will be just two of many amazing climbs that riders can look forward to on this trip that explores this wonderful part of the Alps. \n  \nThe Italian Job schedule\n  \nSaturday June 13\nCollection of riders from Geneva Airport and transport to our start town of Bourg Saint Maurice (see Travel Information below for information on flight times and collection) \nMake up bikes and then a gentle warm up ride \n  \nSunday June 14\nBourg St Maurice – Aosta \nWe’ll scale the long and scenic climb of the Col du Petit St Bernard where we’ll cross the border into Italy. The afternoon will see us climb up to Verrogne before descending to our accommodation near Aosta \n110 kms\, 2500m climbing. \n  \nMonday June 15\nAosta – Ivrea \nTwo great climbs today\, Col Saint Pantaleon with it’s views of the Matterhorn\, followed by the Col de Joux \n120 kms\, 2400m climbing \nTuesday June 16\nIvrea – Ivrea \nTwo nights in the same place means lots of flexibility on todays ride. The most likely destination will be the famous climb up to the Sanctuario de Oropa\, a much used summit finish in the Giro d’Italia. \nWednesday June 17\nIvrea – Locana \nThe Colle del Nivolet is the main objective today\, a stunning and long climb that culminates at 2612m. It’s a wild and beautiful place and we’ll look for more success than Michael Caine managed in the precarious bus scene at the end of the Italian Job movie. If there’s energy left in the legs there will also be an option to do the challenging climb to Lago di Teleccio too. \n120 kms\, 2700m climbing \n\nThursday June 18\nLocana – Susa \nA pretty day of riding with the highlight being the Colle de Lis. A relatively humble amount of climbing today but rest assured there will be extra options on the way for those needing more challenge! \n110kms\,  1600m climbing \n\nFriday June 19\nSusa – Susa \nToday we ride the fabulous Colle delle Finestre. 19kms long\, the first 12kms rises through numerous hairpins through the forest before we reach the famous and spectacular final 7km of gravel. Back to the tarmac for a fast descent down the other side followed by the climb to Sestriere. We finish the day with a fast ride back to Susa. \n110kms \, 2700m climbing \n \n\nSaturday June 20\nSusa – Bourg St Maurice \nTwo massive climbs today as we make our way back to France. The Col du Mont Cenis offers spectacular views at the top as we cross the border. Then we tackle the Col de l’Iseran\, the highest paved pass in the Alps. A fast and  exhilarating  descent to Bourg St Maurice and our journey is complete! \n110kms\, 2750m climbing \n\nSunday June 21\nReturn transfers to Geneva. \n\nWho will enjoy this trip?\nThis trip will involve considerable distances and altitude gains\, 100-120 kilometres each day and an average of 2500m of climbing each day. Riders should be prepared for long days in the saddle\, 5-6 hours. For strong riders there will be extra ride options to standard routes should riders be looking for more distance or elevation in their day. \nAs with all our tours\, please contact us to discuss if your riding level will be suitable to enjoy this trip. \n  \nWhat we include\n\n8 nights of accommodation in a combination of 3/4 star hotels and traditional agriturismos.\n8 breakfasts and 8 dinners.\nFull vehicle support for each of the 7 riding days offering mechanical support and onward transport of luggage.\nGuiding by a qualified coach on all 7 riding days.\nTransfers to and from Geneva airport.\nEnergy drinks\, pastries\, and bananas are available at all times from the support vehicle.\n\nWhat we don’t include \n\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\nFights to and from Geneva\n\nTravel information\nFlights for this trip should ideally arrive into Geneva Airport at lunchtime or earlier on Saturday June 13. Departing flights should be at 12.00 or later on Saturday June 21. \nPlease let us know before booking any flights so that we can confirm their suitability. \nWe can sometimes accommodate flights outside the recommended times\, again\, please contact us before booking flights. \n  \nPlease contact us to find out more or to make a booking. \n 
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/the-italian-job-2/
LOCATION:l’Alpe d’Huez\, Bellentre - La Plagne\, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes\, France
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SUMMARY:TransPyrenees -  Girona (Costa Brava) to Argelès-Gazost
DESCRIPTION:The TransPyrenees cycle tour will take riders on the ultimate traverse of the Pyrenees.  \nStarting in the superb city of Girona\, we’ll first enjoy the best of the local riding\, including the spectacular Costa Brava stretch near Tossa de Mar.  \nThen we’ll head west on an incredible journey through Spain and France\, culminating in the ascents of the iconic cols like Tourmalet and Aubisque.  \nThis ride will include all the classic cols of the Pyrenees that you’d expect\, but many more too.  \nWe’ll spread our ride time between this stunning range’s French and Spanish sides. \nFlexible route choices on most days will ensure an achievable trip for riders of various levels and a challenging trip for stronger riders. \nArrivals for this trip will be at Barcelona (or Girona) Airports on Tuesday\, June 17th. Departures will be from Toulouse airport on Friday\, June 27th.  \nThe TransPyrenees cycling schedule\nTuesday\, June 23\nArrive at Barcelona airport or Girona airport. \nSee the TRAVEL INFORMATION below for the recommended arrival times.  \nTravel time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Barcelona airport and 20-minutes from Girona airport.  \nTransfer to hotel in Girona. \nWednesday\, June 24\nGirona – Girona.\n120kms and 1500m climbing. \nThis ride will showcase the best coastal riding near Girona.  \nThe magnificent stretch from Tossa de Mar to St Feliu de Guixols will highlight our day. \nThursday\, June 25\nGirona – Olot.\n125kms and 2500m climbing. \nWe head west into the foothills of the Pyrenees.  \nLots of flexibility as to our route choice with the climbs of Rocacorba and Mare de Deu del Mont on the agenda. \nFriday\, June 26\nOlot – Puigcerdà.\n110kms and 2400m climbing. \nThe spectacular Col de la Creueta will be today’s highlight offering panoramic views of the Pyrenees as we enter the Cerdanya area. \nSaturday June 27\nPuigcerdà – Tarascon.\n130km and 2200m climbing. \nWe head into France to tackle the wild and spectacular Col de Pailhères. One of the highest passes in the Pyrenees at nearly 2000m and one of the most remote and beautiful too.  \nWe’ll follow it with a long descent to Tarascon sur Ariege. \nSunday\, June 28\nTarascon – Bagnères de Luchon.\n135kms and 2500m climbing. \nWe head a long way westwards\, taking in the Col de Port\, Col de Portet d’Aspet and Col de Menté. \nMonday\, June 29\nBagnères de Luchon – Bagnères de Luchon. \nTwo nights in Luchon mean lots of flexibility on ride length today.  \nIf riders need to recuperate\, there’s a chance for a more leisurely day. \nHowever\, there are climbs such as Port de Bales\, Superbagnères and Col du Portillon on our doorstep\, so there’s plenty to fill a big ride if required. \nTuesday\, June 30\nBagnères de Luchon – Argelès Gazost.\n100kms and 2000m climbing. \nCol d’Aspin or the parallel Hourquette d’Ancizan will follow Col de Peyresourde.  \nOn arrival in Argelès Gazost\, there will be the option to complete the day with the challenging ascent of the Hautacam. \nWednesday\, July 1\nArgelès Gazost – Argelès Gazost. \nToday\, we’ll scale the Col du Toumalet from it”s classic and most spectacular side.  \nThe afternoon will is filled with the challenging options of the climb of Luz Ardiden and the Cirque de Gavarnie. \nThursday\, July 2\nArgelès Gazost – Argelès Gazost.  \nThe final day of our vast journey will take in the superb and perhaps most spectacular Pyrenean climb\, the Col d’Aubisque.  \nAdd the Col du Soulor and the pretty Col de Couraduque\, and we’ll have the perfect way to finish our tour. \nFriday\, July 3\nTransfers to Toulouse airport. \nSee the TRAVEL INFORMATION below for recommended departure times.  \nWho would enjoy this trip?\nThis trip is long and challenging but offers excellent flexibility in each day in its route choice.  \nAs a result of this flexibility\, this trip will be an amazing experience for a range of rider levels.  \nDepending on the daily options chosen\, riders will ride between 650km and 950km on this journey.  \nThe total amount of climbing will be between 13000m and 20000m.  \nThe main prerequisites for the TransPyrenees are that you come prepared and are happy to ride for 5-6 hours each day.  \nWe would anticipate most riders on this trip having already ridden in high mountains before\, but not always.  \nAs is always the case\, please contact us to find out if this trip suits you. \nWhat we include\n\nNine days of guided rides\, eight with vehicle support.\nTen nights of accommodation\, twin share\, in a combination of gites and 2/3 star hotels.\nBreakfast every day.\nDinner on eight nights.\nTransfers from Barcelona or Girona airport \nTransfers to Toulouse airport.\nEnergy drink powder\, bananas\, and pastries are available on the rides.\nAlpine Cadence bidon.\n\nWhat we don’t include\n\nLunches.\nFlights.\nTravel insurance.\nEvening meals on two nights in Girona.\n\nArrive early and enjoy Girona\nAlthough June 23rd is our official arrival day for this trip\, riders can arrive earlier to make the most of the riding in the Girona area.  \nGirona is a fantastic ride base\, and there is enormous potential to ride various circuits in the area in the days leading up to the main trip starting.  \nWe’ll be there to ride and support you for those days; please contact us to discuss when you’d like to arrive. \nVAM Rating\nRiders on this trip should be capable of climbing at a rate of around 700 metres/hour on a long climb when pushing themselves hard. \nThis certainly does not mean that riders have to ride at this level for the duration of the trip. It does\, however\, give us an idea of your fitness level and therefore gives you the reassurance that you can enjoy the trip and not simply survive it! \nFind out more about VAM in our Frequently Asked Questions. \nTravel information\nFlights arriving at Barcelona airport on Tuesday\, June 23rd\, should ideally arrive before 14.00.  \nFlights into Girona airport can arrive at any time.  \nFlights out of Toulouse Airport on July 3rd should be at 12.00 midday or later.  \nPlease talk to us before booking flights to ensure that our pickups and drop offs are convenient.  \nPlease contact us to find out more or to make a booking.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/transpyrenees-girona-gerona-to-argeles-gazost/
LOCATION:Girona (Gerona):\, Girona\, Catalonia\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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SUMMARY:Picos de Europa plus Angliru
DESCRIPTION:This spectacular tour will take in the very best roads of the the beautiful Picos de Europa and the mighty challenge of the Alto de l’Angliru too. \nOur riding will start on the gorgeous Cantabrian coast before we head inland to explore this stunning mountain range. \nThis trip will include a host of climbs that are regular inclusions in the Volta a Espana. \n7 stunning days of riding taking in the beauty and challenges of Cantabria\, Asturias and Castilla y Leon. \nTake a look at here at footage for one our recent Picos tours to see how spectacular it is! \n \nThe schedule\, cycling the Picos de Europa and Angliru\nSaturday\, July 4\nArrival at either Bilbao or Santander airports and transfers to our hotel near the coastal town of Llanes. \nSunday\, July 5\nSan Vicente de la Barquera to Cangas de Onis – 120kms and 2300m climbing (challenge route) \nWe’ll start our first day of riding with some magnificent coastal rides with superb views over the Cantabrian Sea. Then we’ll head inland to tackle the superb climb of Jito de Escarandi before reaching our overnight stop near Cangas. \nMonday\, July 6\nCangas de Onis to Pola de Lena – 125km and 2200m climbing  \nStraight out of Cangas we head up the climb to the Lagos de Covadonga\, an absolute ‘must do’ ride and a climb often featuring in the Vuelta. After this we’ll ride westwards to Pola de Lena near the foot of Angliru. \nTuesday\, July 7\nPola de Lena to Pola de Lena – 100km and 3300m climbing (challenge route) \n3 nights in Pola de Lena means we can concentrate fully on exploiting the big and iconic climbs in this area. First we’ll head up the Alto de l’Angliru with it’s fearsome gradients in it final kilometres. Our afternoon will be devoted to the ascent of the Alto de Gamoniteiro\, a tough and dramatic ascent with incredible views at the top. \nWednesday\, July 8\nPola de Lena to Pola de Lena – 80kms and 1600m climbing \nThe beautiful Alto de la Cubilla is one of the most beautiful climbs you will ever do. Known by locals as the ‘Galibier of Asturias’\, we reckon it’s even better than the Galibier! Riders can choose to just ride this epic climb or in the afternoon head up to the Cuitu Negru\, which was used as a very tough summit finish in the 2024 Vuelta. \nThursday\, July 9\nPola de Lena to Riano – 110kms and 2000m climbing \nThe climbs of Alto de la Colladona and Puerto Tarna will keep us busy today as we head toward the stunning lakeland scenery around Riano \nFriday\, July 10\nRiano to Potes – 125kms and 2500m climbing  \nPuerto de Panderruedas provides the day’s first climb followed by the pretty ride to Cain de Valdeon. Up and over the Puerto de Pandetrave and the Puerto San Glorio and then a great descent to Potes. For riders looking for more there will be the chance to complete the day with the big climb to Fuente Dé. \nSaturday\, July 11\nPotes to San Vicente de la Barquera – 110kms and 1900m climbing \nA gorgeous route to complete this trip will take us up the Puerto de Piedrasluengas before we head through fabulous gorges and smaller climbs to return to where our trip started near the coast. \nSunday\, July 12\nTransfers to either Santander or Bilbao airports. \n \nWho would enjoy this trip?\nThe Picos and Angliru trip includes some tough\, steep climbs that deliver a great challenge to any level of rider \nEach day will involve a ‘standard’ ride to reach the next destination that will typically be in the region of 80km and 1800m of climbing. Stronger riders will have ‘challenge’ options to add distance and climbs midway and at the end of rides to significantly increase the distance and elevation ridden. \nThis flexibility means each day riders will have route choices to create the amount of challenge needed. \nDistances and amount of climbing will vary daily\, but as a guide\, each day will be between 80 – 125 kilometres with 1800 – 3000 metres of climbing. \nThose riders taking the ‘standard’ routes can expect to ride around 500 kilometres in the seven days with about 10\,000 metres of climbing. \nThose taking on all the ‘challenge’ options will end up riding about 750 kilometres and 15\,000 metres of climbing. \nContact us to learn more or to book. \n  \nWhat we include\n\nTransfers from and to Bilbao or Santander airports.\n8 nights twin share accommodation in carefully selected 2-star and 3-star hotels.\n7 days of supported rides (mechanical assistance\, vehicle support and guidance on all days).\nAll breakfasts and dinners.\nInformal evening lectures from a qualified cycling coach offering training advice in preparation for cycling events.\nEnergy drinks and snacks are available at all times.\n\n\nWhat we don’t include\n\nFlights.\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\n\n\nVAM rating\nTo enjoy this trip riders on this trip ought to be capable of climbing at a rate of around 700 metres/hour on a long climb\, when working hard. \nThe measurement certainly does not mean that riders have to ride at this level for the duration of the trip\, but it gives a guide as to the level of rider who will enjoy trip and not simply survive it! \nFind out more about VAM in our Frequently Asked Questions. \nContact us to learn more or to book. \n\nImportant travel information\nWe collect and drop off riders at Bilbao and Santander Airports at the beginning and end of the trip. Ideally flights should arrive morning or early afternoon and departing flights at the end of the trip should be lunchtime or later. Please contact us to discuss flight times before booking any flights so that we can confirm that we’ll be able to collect you and drop you off promptly and without excessive waits.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/picos-de-europa-plus-angliru-3/
LOCATION:Asturias and Cantabria\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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SUMMARY:Etape du Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Etape du Tour will take place on July 19th 2026 and it’s going to be a classic! \nThis incredible and unique event gives amateur riders the chance to ride a mountain stage of the Tour de France with closed roads\, feed stations and and a wonderful sporting atmosphere. \n170kms and more than 5000m of climbing await riders on a spectacular course starting in Bourg d’Oisans and culminating in l’Alpe d’Huez. \nCol de la Croix de Fer\, Col du Télégraphe\, Col du Galibier and the Col de la Sarenne will all need to be conquered before crossing the finish line. \nOur Etape du Tour package includes accommodation\, support and guaranteed entry to the event. Our experience of attending the event as well as our intimate knowledge of this part of the Alps means riders will be supported in the best way possible to create a seamless and memorable experience. \n  \nEtape du Tour 2026 Schedule\nThursday July 16\nArrive at Geneva or Lyon airports\, and transfer to our Etape du Tour chalet in Vaujany  \nPlenty of time to make up bikes and enjoy an evening meal and briefing for the weekend. \nSee below for more information regarding flights and transfers. \nFriday July 17 \nA chance to ride this beautiful part of the world and enjoy the scenery before the big effort on Sunday. Plenty of flexibility today in where to ride today. The Col d’Ornon and the superb balcony rides towards Les Deux Alpes or Auris will provide a great chance to test the legs. In the afternoon there will be the chance to collect our bibs and enjoy the event village in Alpe d’Huez. \nSaturday July 18\nMore chance to enjoy the event village. There will be an opportunity for some gentle riding although this will be a day there will be an emphasis on rest and relaxation ahead of tomorrow’s efforts! \nSunday July 19\nEvent day! An early start as we head to the start of the Etape du Tour in Bourg d’Oisans. It’s all downhill or flat to the start from our accommodation so we’ll ride there if the weather’s good. If conditions are unfavourable we’ll drive you to the start. A few hours later and you should be celebrating your achievement of completing the course in Alpe d’Huez. You’ll have the choice of riding back to our chalet or we can provide transport for those with inevitably weary legs! \n  \nMonday July 20\nTransfers back to Lyon or Geneva Airports for those flying out. Please see below for travel information. \n\nWhat do we provide?\n4 night Etape weekend\n\n4 nights of chalet accommodation in Vaujany\, twin share\n4 breakfasts and 2 dinners.\nGuaranteed entry to the Etape du Tour event. (extra cost)\nGuided rides on the Friday and Saturday prior to the event with a qualified coach.\nMechanical support prior to the event.\nCoaching help and advice in the lead up to the event from a qualified coach/\nLocal transport to the event village as well as event day shuttle to and from the finish as needed.\n\nWhat we don’t provide:\n\nTravel insurance.\nLunches. and 2 dinners\n\nExtra services\n\nTransfers from and to Geneva or Lyon Airports (please contact us for price)\nEntry to the Etape du Tour    £230\n\n  \nCost\n4 night Etape du Tour trip:  £845 based on twin share accommodation \nSingle accommodation can be arranged\, subject to availability\, for an extra cost. \nTravel information\nRiders on this trip can fly into and out of Geneva or Lyon Airports or can travel independently to Alpe d’Huez. \nWe will provide transfers from and back to Lyon and Geneva Airport on Thursday July 16th and Monday July 20th. \nIdeally flights should arrive no later than early afternoon on the Thursday and depart at lunchtime or after on the Monday. \nWe have some flexibility on pick up and drop off times\, please let us know which flights you are looking at before you book them so that we can confirm their suitability and also so we can confirm the transfer cost. \nStay and watch the Tour de France!\nJoin us for our Tour de France experience that leads on directly after the Etape du Tour. A chance to ride before the pros on 4 stages that will decide the 2026 Tour. A wonderful combination of riding and spectating in the most iconic place in the world of road cycling\, Alpe d’Huez. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/etape-du-tour-2026-2/
LOCATION:Alpe d’Huez\, Alpe d'Huez\, Isere\, 38750\, France
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260502T113945
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SUMMARY:Tour de France 2026 - the Tour reaches it's climax!
DESCRIPTION:This tour will be a fantastic chance to immerse ourselves into 4 stages of the Tour de France. A great combination of riding the exact roads that the pros race on\, then watching the Tour ride past. With stages 19 and 20 both finishing on the legendary Alpe d’Huez\, the climax to the 2026 Tour de France is sure to be a classic! \nTour de France schedule\nMonday July 20\nCollection of riders from Lyon and Geneva Airports and transport to our chalet in Vaujany. For riders staying on from the Etape du Tour trip today will be an opportunity to relax and perhaps a local recovery ride \nTuesday July 21\nThe  Tour de France arrives in the area tomorrow so today is all about riding. There will be an opportunity to explore any of the classic local cols. Lots of flexibility on route choice today as we choose from the Col du Glandon\, Col de la Croix de Fer or the spectacular climb to Les Deux Alpes. \nWednesday July 22\nStage 17 of the Tour will take riders on a flat stage from Chambery to Voiron. We’ll head down the valley from our accommodation to enjoy some beautiful riding around the Grenoble area before settling down to watch the race. \nThursday July 23\nStage 18 goes from Voiron to Orcières. We’ll ride a stunning loop that includes the Col de la Morte and the Col d’Ornon which will intercept the Tour route around halfway into the stage. We’ll watch the pros ride past before continuing our loop back to base. \nFriday July 24\nThe pros will ride today’s Stage 19 from Gap to Alpe d’Huez. Today we’ll give riders a chance to ride the infamous Alpe d’Huez climb a few hours before the pros. This will be a very atmospheric experience with thousands of other riders joining us on the climb beofre settling down to watch the climax of the stage from your preferred vantage point. \nSaturday July 25\nStage 20 is a very local affair! Starting from Bourg d’Oisans and culminating for a second day on Alpe d’Huez. This stage will take in the Col de la Croix de Fer\, the Col du Télégraph\, the Col du Galibier and the beautiful Col de la Sarenne. The will be plenty of flexibility for us to see the start and finish today and a potential ascent of the Col de la Sarenne before the pros. \nSunday July 26\nWhile the pros head to Paris for the finale of the Tour\, we’ll organise transport for riders back to Lyon and Geneva Airports. \n\nWhat do we provide?\n6 night Tour de France experience\n\n6 nights of chalet accommodation in Vaujany\, twin share\n6 breakfasts and 4 dinners.\nGuided rides with a qualified coach.\nMechanical support\nVehicle support to maximise watching the Tour de France\nTransfers to and from Lyon or Geneva Airports (at extra cost)\n\nWhat we don’t provide:\n\nTravel insurance.\nLunches. and 2 dinners\n\nExtra services\n\nTransfers from and to Geneva or Lyon Airports (please contact us for price)\n\n  \nCost\n6 night Tour de France trip:  £1495 based on twin share accommodation \nSingle accommodation can be arranged\, subject to availability\, for an extra cost. \nTravel information\nRiders on this trip can fly into and out of Geneva or Lyon Airports or can travel independently to Alpe d’Huez. \nWe will provide transfers from and back to Lyon and Geneva Airport on Monday July 20th and Sunday July 26th. \nIdeally flights should arrive no later than early afternoon on July 20th and depart at lunchtime or after on July 26th. \nWe have some flexibility on pick up and drop off times\, please let us know which flights you are looking at before you book them so that we can confirm their suitability and also so we can confirm the transfer cost. \nDo the Etape du Tour as well!\nJoin us for our Etape du Tour trip that runs from 16-20 July! Combine the Etape and the Tour de France for an unforgettable 10 day trip. \n  \n 
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/tour-de-france-2026-the-tour-reaches-its-climax/
LOCATION:Alpe d’Huez\, Alpe d'Huez\, Isere\, 38750\, France
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829
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SUMMARY:Slovenia\, including Monte Zoncolan
DESCRIPTION:This cycle tour of Slovenia and neighbouring Italy will showcase the absolute best riding in the Julian Alps. \nMessrs Roglic and Pogacar have certainly helped to put this beautiful nation on the map. \nOur six days of riding will include the beautiful lakes at Bled and Bohinj before heading to the cobbled climb of Vrsic that climbs out of Kranjska Gora. \nWe’ll enjoy the beautiful Soca valley and move on to the highest and most challenging climb in Slovenia\, the Mangart Saddle. \nSTOP PRESS! – Seeing the incredible time trial in the 2023 Giro that took the pros up Monte Lussari we’ve decided that we’re going to ride it too! Only recently paved for the Giro\, this seriously tough climb is now open to cyclists\, but only for going up! The obligatory descent is done by cable car! This is one of the most spectacular places you could ever dream of and is an exciting new addition to this trip. \n \nThe latter part of this trip will see us ride into Italy with brief sorties into Austria too. \nMonte Zoncolan will be our final day challenge\, with its 10 kilometres at a 12 per cent gradient –  a tough finale to this dramatically beautiful tour. \nThe Schedule\nSaturday\, August 29th \nCollection of riders from Venice Airport\, followed by transfer (90 minutes) to Cividale del Friuli. \nMake up bikes and then a warm up ride in the pretty Brda region\, just over the border in Slovenia\, known as ‘the Slovenian Tuscany’. \nSunday\, August 30th \nCividale del Friuli to Lake Bohinj – 120kms and 2600m climbing. \nFirst climb if the day will be to Castelmonte before the forested climb to the border. A great descent to the Tolmin valley followed by the challenging climb to Soriska Planina. The day is completed with a swift descent into Bohinj and it’s spectacular lake. \nMonday\, August 31st \nLake Bohinj to Kranjska Gora – 110kms and 2200m climbing. \nThe steady climb of Pokljuka starts our day followed by a circuit of the ‘must visit’ Lake Bled. We’ll then head up the tranquil Radovna valley before arriving in Slovenia’s top ski resort of Kranjska Gora. From there we’ll tackle the classic climb of Vrsic with it’s famous cobbled corners. \nTuesday\, September 1st \nKranjska Gora to Bovec – 100kms and 2600m climbing \nMonte Lussari is first on the agenda\, a very tough climb\, first used in the Giro d’Italia in 2023 where Roglic sealed his victory. It’s a bikes only road and one that you are not allowed to descend! We use a cable car to get back to the valley with our bikes before moving onto the tackle to awesome Mangart Saddle. This is Slovenia’s highest and longest climb at over 2000m and offers incredible\, panoramic views of the Julian Alps. A fast descent into Bovec completes our day. \n  \nWednesday\, September 2nd \nBovec to Passo Pramallo – 120kms and 2500m climbing \nPasso Predel followed soon after by Sella Nevea. We’ll then head up to the beautiful Altopiano di Montasio\, used as a tough summit finish in the Giro Donne. Our final climb of the day from Pontebba up to Passo Pramallo will certainly test us and we’ll stay the night nestled on the Italian/Austrian border. \nThursday\, September 3rd \nPasso Pramallo to Ovaro – 100kms and 2000m climbing \nToday we head towards Zoncolan via a beautiful sortie into Austria. We climb the Plockenpass back into Italy followed by an opportunity to climb Zoncolan from it’s lesser know east side. \nFriday\, September 4th \nThe classic and tough ascent of Zoncolan’s west side is our big objective. Much famed by it’s use in the Giro d’Italia and it’s 10km at an average gradient of 12% will test riders to their limits. We’ll follow Zoncolan with the spectacular climb to the ‘Panoramic Road’ on Monte Crostis to provide a fitting finale to the tour. \nOvaro to Ovaro – 80kms and 2500m climbing \nSaturday\, September 5th \nTransfers to Venice Airport \nWho will enjoy this trip?\nThis is a trip that includes some very steep climbs\, most notably Monte Zoncolan at the end of the trip. Many of the other climbs on the tour have more humble gradients but riders certainly need to be prepared for many hours of climbing! The trip is a spectacular combination of Slovenia and Italy\, riders should be prepared for 5-6 hours of riding each day. As with all our trips\, please drop us a line to discuss your riding level and to ensure that this trip will be an enjoyable on for you. \nWhat’s included\n\n6 days of fully supported rides (mechanical assistance\, vehicle support\, guides).\n7 nights of accommodation\, twin share\, in a combination of Agriturismo and 3/4 star hotel accommodation.\nBreakfast and dinner are included on all days.\nTransfers to and from Venice Marco Polo Airport.\nEnergy drink powder\, bananas\, and pastries are available at all times on the rides.\nAlpine Cadence bidon with a complimentary pack of bars and gels.\n\nWhat we don’t include\n\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\nFlights.\n\nContact us to learn more or to book. \nTravel information\nFlights into Venice Marco Polo Airport on Saturday August 29th should land before 1400 to leave the airport at around 1500. \nDeparture from Venice Marco Polo Airport on the final Saturday of the trip should ideally depart at 12 midday or later. \nTransfer time at the end of the trip is around 2 hours. \nTalk to us before booking flights to ensure they work conveniently with our transfer times. \nPlease contact us to find out more or to make a booking.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/slovenia-including-monte-zoncolan-2/
LOCATION:Isere
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:Giro Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites) with Stelvio plus Lake Como (optional)
DESCRIPTION:2026 will mark our thirteenth year of riding in the incredible Dolomites and our new and flexible ride format means it will be our best ever. \nSeven fantastic days of riding in the most stunning scenery you will likely ever encounter. \nAll the classic climbs of the beautiful Dolomites and a dramatic climax to the trip on Stelvio\, Mortirolo and Gavia. \nAlpine Cadence is also excited to offer a 2-night extension option to this trip\, where we’ll enjoy the spectacular and iconic riding around Lake Como. \nThe schedule\, cycling Giro Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites)\nSaturday\, September 5\nArrival at Venice airport and a 1-hour 15-minute transfer to our ride start town of Bassano del Grappa. \nSunday\, September 6\nBassano del Grappa to Transacqua. \n100 kilometres and 2500 metres of climbing \nThe magnificent Monte Grappa will be our first challenge of this tour\, providing a spectacular and tough start. \nA long descent follows towards Feltre before our lovely afternoon of climbing takes us up the Croce d’Aune and onwards to the pretty town of Transacqua. \nMonday\, September 7\nTransacqua to Misurina \n120 kilometres and 3000 metres of climbing. \nA big day of climbing starts with the Passo Rolle followed quickly by the Passo Vallees. \nA huge descent follows and leads us to a lunch stop in the beautiful lakeside town of Alleghe. \nNext comes the epic climb of Passo Giao before descending to Cortina. \nFrom Cortina\, we’ll climb the Passo Tre Croci (Cortina d’Ampezzo) after which we arrive in the idyllic lakeside settlement of Misurina \nTuesday\, September 8\nMisurina – Canazei \n115 kilometres and 3000 metres of climbing. \nFirst up today is the short but steep Tre Cime di Lavaredo. This tough and dramatic climb featured in the 2023 Giro d’Italia. \nNext we’ll scale the Passo Falzarego followed by a finale of climbing the Passo Fedaia. Fedaia is a Dolomite classic and features a very tough final 5kms sometimes labelled as ‘the Graveyard of Champions’! \nA fast descent follows taking us down to our hotel next to Canazei where we’ll stay for 2 nights \nWednesday\, September 9\nCanazei to Canazei \n70kms and 2000m climbing \nToday is allabout the spectacular Sella Ronda circuit. Passo Sella\, Passo Gardena\, Passo Campolongo and Passo Pordoi providing the challenges on this classic route. \n  \nThursday\, September 10\nCanazei to Schlanders \n120kms and 1400m climbing \nThe transition day! \nA long and contrasting day as we ride away from the Dolomites and into the Sud Tirol area in preparation for our assault on Stelvio the following day. \nMost of the climbing will be done early in the day\, followed by lots of flatter riding through the apple orchards between Bolzano and Merano. \nFriday\, September 11\nSchlanders to Bormio \n100 kilometres and 2600 metres of climbing. \nStelvio is the day’s focus with its famous and spectacular 48 hairpins. Lunch on the top after a truly memorable morning. \nWe’ll descend to Bormio\, where we’ll spend the next two nights. \nThe afternoon highlight will be the climb of the Torre di Fraele and onto the Laghi di Cancano. \nSaturday\, September 12\nBormio – Bormio \n\n108 kilometres and 2700 metres climbing.\n\nA stunning\, iconic and very challenging day. \nThe fearsome Mortirolo will more than provide our morning’s entertainment\, followed by the incredible and wild Passo Gavia. \nA long descent back to Bormio will complete a memorable day. \nSunday\, September 13\nTransfers to Milan Malpensa airport for riders completing the trip. \nFor riders enjoying the Lake Como extension to this trip\, we’ll ride down the valley from Bormio to the banks of the lake. \nFrom Bormio\, it is a fast\, flat valley ride of around 120 kilometres which we’ll appreciate after the previous day’s exploits! \nThere will be some climbing options towards the end of the ride for those keen to maximise the stunning views fully. \nMonday\, September 14\nMonday is all about Lake Como’s absolute highlights. \nBeautiful lakeside riding to warm the legs up\, followed by the iconic climbs of Passo del Ghisallo and Muro di Sormano. \nThese climbs are an integral part of the October Giro di Lombardia classic race. \nThe Ghisallo’s 10.6 kilometres at 5.2% will allow us to savour the stunning views of the lake. \nAt the top of the Ghisallo will be a chance to visit the world-famous cycling museum. \nMuro di Sormano and its 1.7 kilometres at 15% will be a challenge for anyone and a fitting way to complete our adventures. \nTuesday\, September 15\nReturn transfers to Milan Airport (for afternoon departing flights). \nWho would enjoy this trip?\nGiro Dolomiti is a challenging trip with some steep and sustained climbs. \nThe trip format means that riders will have plenty of flexibility on most days to take on a ‘standard’ route or an extra ‘challenge’ route. \nThis flexibility means that stronger riders will have the opportunity to be challenged if they wish. \nIn contrast\, more moderate-level riders will still be able to enjoy riding in this incredible region. \nDistances and amount of climbing will vary daily\, but as a guide\, each day will be between 70 – 130 kilometres with 2000 – 3000 metres of climbing. \nThose riders taking the ‘standard’ route can expect to ride around 600 kilometres in the seven days with about 13000 metres of climbing. \nThose taking on all the ‘challenge’ options will look at about 800 kilometres and 18\,000 metres of climbing. \nThe Lake Como extension to this trip will add two extra days of riding\, totalling approximately 230 kilometres of riding and 2000 metres of climbing. \nContact us to learn more or to book. \nWhat we include\n\nTransfers from Venice Airport (Marco Polo) with the possibility of flying into Milan airport.\n8 (10*) nights twin share accommodation in carefully selected 2-star and 3-star hotels.\n7 (9*) days of supported rides (mechanical assistance\, vehicle support and guidance on all days).\nAll breakfasts and dinners.\nInformal evening lectures from a qualified cycling coach offering training advice in preparation for cycling events.\nEnergy drinks and snacks are available at all times.\n\n(* with the Lake Como extension) \nWhat we don’t include\n\nFlights.\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\n\nPrice\n£2095 for Giro Dolomiti plus Stelvio. (5-13 September) \n£2395 for Giro Dolomiti plus Stelvio plus Lake Como. (5-15 September) \nVAM rating\nRiders on this trip should be capable of climbing at a rate of around 700 metres/hour on a long climb when pushing themselves hard. \nThis certainly does not mean that riders have to ride at this level for the duration of the trip. It does\, however\, give us an idea of your fitness level and therefore gives you the reassurance that you can enjoy the trip and not simply survive it! \nFind out more about VAM in our Frequently Asked Questions. \nTravel information\nFlights into Venice Marco Polo Airport on Saturday September 5th should ideally land before 1400 to leave the airport at around 1500. \nTransfer time from the airport at the beginning of the tour is around 1 hour and 15 minutes. \nDeparture flights from Milan Malpensa Airport on Sunday September 13th should ideally depart at 12 midday or later. \nTransfer time at the end of the trip from Bormio to Milan Malpensa is around 3 hours. \nTalk to us before booking flights to ensure they work conveniently with our transfer times. \nContact us to learn more or to book.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/giro-dolomiti-tour-of-the-dolomites-with-stelvio-plus-lake-como-optional/
LOCATION:Bassano del Grappa:\, Veneto\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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SUMMARY:Giro Sardegna - Cycle tour of Sardinia
DESCRIPTION:The beautiful island of Sardinia is a road cyclist’s paradise. Spectacular\, quiet roads await us for seven days of point-to-point riding in the island’s northern half. Average max temperatures at this time of year of around 23° make it a perfect autumn destination.  Sardinia hosted the first three stages of the Giro d’Italia in 2017\, and if it’s good enough for them\, then it is for us too!  Our trip will include dramatic coastal riding\, climbs to hilltop villages\, lots of rolling terrain and some longer climbs as we head inland.  Accommodation will be in comfortable 2/3-star hotels and ‘Agriturismo’ type accommodation to give us a real taste of Sardinian life.  Typical days will see us travel between 100-150 kilometres\, with climbing varying between 1000-2700 metres.    \nGiro Sardegna (Tour of Sardinia) schedule\nSaturday\, September 26\nArrive at Olbia Airport\, and transfer our start/finish of Palau on the beautiful north coast of the island.  Transfer time is approximately 45 minutes\, and early arrivals can enjoy some stunning coastal riding in the afternoon as a warm-up for the week.  See below for more information regarding flights and transfers. \nSunday\, September 27\nPalau – Tula  110 kilometres\, 2500 metres of climbing. After a coastal start\, we head inland to the rural interior. We’ll ride past the beautiful Lago di Liscia and onwards to the cork-growing capital of Tempio Pausania. The highlight of the day will be the climb to Monte Limbara. \nMonday\, September 28\nTula – Cala Gonone 150 kilometres\, 2200 metres of climbing.  We’ll head towards the east coast and the spectacular Golfo di Orosei.  Our ride will include a beautiful section parallel to the Monte Albo range. It will culminate with a descent into the pretty seaside resort of Cala Gonone\, where our friendly\, traditional hotel will await us just a few steps from the sea. \nTuesday\, September 29\nCala Gonone – Lanusei  110 kilometres\, 2500 metres of climbing. After a short steep climb out of Cala Gonone\, we’ll enjoy the beautiful scenic SS125 road that takes us south and over the Genna Silana pass. This long stretch was a part of Stage 2 in the 2017 Giro d’Italia.  Our afternoon will take us up the spectacular Talala climb before descending through wild and isolated country to our hotel in Lanusei. \nWednesday\, September 30\nLanusei – Tonara  100 kilometres\, 2500 metres of climbing. Today we navigate through Sardinia’s central highland area taking on several climbs of very manageable gradients. The highlight of the day is the chance to ride the highest road in Sardina\, beyond Desulo and up to S’Arena\, the high point of our tour at over 1500 metres. \nThursday\, October 1\nTonara – Alghero 145 kilometres 1700\, metres climbing. This day will be long\, taking us northwest towards the coast.  Our route will take us through the colourful riverside port of Bosa before a  dramatic coast-hugging final 45 kilometres into Alghero.  Alghero’s magnificent old town will be the perfect spot for dinner and\, most likely\, one of its spectacular sunsets. \nFriday\, October 2\nAlghero – Palau  150 kilometres\, 1600 metres of climbing. Another big day that incorporates much of the route that the pros used on Giro d’Italia stage 1 in 2017.  On one of the flattest days of our trip\, we’ll eat up the kilometres as we head for lunch in the picturesque town of Castelsardo.  Our afternoon route will take us through the amazing landscape of the Valle Della Luna.  The last 30kms of the day will be gently downhill to the coast and a return to our start point in Palau.  Our last supper will be in an authentic restaurant frequented by the locals\, where we’ll finish our trip with a fantastic choice of Sardinian gastronomy. \nSaturday\, October 3\nReturn transfers to Olbia airport. \nWho will enjoy this trip?\nThis trip will involve considerable distances\, 100 – 150 kilometres each day\, and riders will need to be used to riding such distances. Most of the climbs on the trip will be less severe than those encountered on our Alpine trips\, and as a result\, we’d anticipate that this trip will involve lots of group riding together.  The experience of riding in a group and being comfortable closely following other riders will be useful to enjoy the trip. There will be plenty of opportunity for stronger riders to be challenged with long stretches without navigation issues\, meaning that the group can split if necessary.  The Giro Sardegna (Tour of Sardinia) trip will be limited to 10 riders. \nWhat we include\n\n7 nights of accommodation in a combination of 3/4 star hotels and traditional agriturismos.\n7 breakfasts and 5 dinners.\nFull vehicle support for each of the 6 riding days offering mechanical support and onward transport of luggage.\nGuiding by a qualified coach on all 6 riding days.\nTransfers to and from Olbia airport.\nEnergy drinks\, pastries\, and bananas are available at all times from the support vehicle.\n\nWhat we don’t include \n\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\nFlights to and from Olbia Airport.\nDinner on the first and final evenings.\n\nTravel information\nFor UK-based travellers\, there are plenty of direct flights from various UK airports with Easyjet to and from Olbia.  For long-haul travellers coming from North America\, Australia etc.\, Milan is a convenient hub with regular flights from Milan Malpensa to Olbia with Easyjet and other airlines.  Our start/finish point on this trip in the port of Palau is only 45 minutes from Olbia Airport and allows plenty of flexibility on arrival/departure times.  Please let us know before booking any flights so that we can confirm their suitability. We can also accommodate riders wanting to extend the trip to more nights at the beginning or end of the trip.  Just let us know what extra nights of accommodation you need\, and we’ll organise that and airport transfers for you. Please contact us to find out more or to make a booking.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/giro-sardegna-cycle-tour-of-sardinia-3/
LOCATION:Palau:\, Sardinia\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
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SUMMARY:Taiwan KOM Challenge Tour - October 2026 - exact dates to be confirmed
DESCRIPTION:Dates and full details of this tour will become available in April 2026 \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nAbout the Taiwan KOM Challenge \nThe Taiwan KOM Challenge has rapidly gained stature in recent years as perhaps the toughest one-day cycling event in the world.  \nTaiwan’s KOM Challenge for 2026 is an incredible event. 105 kilometres long\, most of which is uphill! \nStarting  on the East coast of Taiwan near the town of Hualien\,  the event will culminate on the Wuling Pass at a lofty altitude of 3275 metres. \nProfessionals\, elite riders and keen amateurs all start together in this unique and exciting event.   \nThe likes of Vincenzo Nibali\, Cadel Evans\, Laurens Ten Dam\, Marianne Vos and Simon Yates have raced the event in recent years\, so who knows who we’ll be rubbing shoulders with on the start line in 2026? \nThe KOM Challenge is a terrific chance to take in the culture of amazing Taiwan. \nWe carefully design our Taiwan KOM Challenge tour to incorporate spectacular warm up rides in the lead-up to the event. This means that riders will experience much of the best riding in Taiwan before doing the event itself. \nThere’ll be lots of time to take in the sights\, with high-quality hospitality and accommodation.  \nEntry to the Taiwan KOM Challenge is guaranteed and included in the trip price. \n Check out GCN’s video of the Ollie Bridgewood’s experience of the 2023 Taiwan KOM: \n \n                                                 \n \n 
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/taiwan-kom-challenge-tour/
LOCATION:Taipei:\, Greater Taipei Area\, Taiwan
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Event Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alpine Cadence":MAILTO:info@alpinecadence.co.uk
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