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Étape du Tour de France
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With Yannick Cojan, experience an 8-day trek in the Hexagone, an opportunity to climb the mythic Col du Galibier — “The” summit at 2,642 m —, and take on the July 11, 2011 stage at the Alpe d'Huez, via the Col du Télégraphe —, a few days before the pros !
The package includes:
- round-trip air transportation for passenger and bicycle with Air Transat;
- registration for the Étape du Tour de France and the participant’s bib;
- 7 nights in three-star hotel (double occupancy);
- 7 breakfasts and 3 evening meals;
- bus trips.
From 7 to 12 cyclists, accompanied by our trainer and our guide.
Start/Finish: Montréal-Trudeau/Lyon > Lyon/Montréal-Trudeau.
Lenght of the Étape: 109 km, from Modane to Alpe-d'Huez.
From day to day
Day 1 - Arrival in Lyon, bus trip to Briançon.
Day 2 - Warm-up around Briançon.
Day 3 - Briançon, col de Montgenèvre, Pinerolo (180 km).
Day 4 - Day off.
Day 5 - Pinerolo, col du Galibier, Serre, Valloire.
Day 6 - Morning off. Bus trip to the stage site to get your bib. Back to the hotel for supper.
Day 7 - Bus trip to Modane. Biking via Modane, Valfréjus, Saint-Michel de Maurienne, col du Télégraphe, Valloire, col du Galibier, La Grave, Le Bourg d'Oisans, Alpe-d'Huez (109 km). Bus trip to Valloire.
Day 8 - Bus trip to Lyon airport and return trip to Montréal.
Itinerary subject to change.
Already a strong cyclist but want to get even better? The Vélo Mag training camp can help you test your limits and push through them. This involves combining early mornings, discipline, and technical and physical training with the pleasures of a magical setting. Experience genuine team spirit and improve your cycling under the efficient and empathetic guidance of a dedicated trainer. A great opportunity to go all out and learn how to excel. Ready, set, go!
Ride with Yannick Cojan
Canadian champion several times over (road and trail) and a very friendly cycling enthusiast, he will be more than pleased to share his vast experience as a racer and trainer with you.
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- Must be physically fit (minimum of 6 hours of training per week).
- Able to maintain an average minimum speed of 28 km/h for at least two hours.
- Must have cycled more than 2,000 km over the last cycling season, including at least three consecutive 60-km days.
- Cycle regularly as part of a group or pack.
- Use a road or touring bicycle.
- Depending on the particular camp, on-road training sessions from 50 to 130 km long.
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Short theoretical and practical workshops (evaluation of your cycling technique; advice on how to prepare for an outing; how to position yourself on your bicycle; techniques for climbs and descents; how to replenish your energy mid-ride; how to cycle as a member of a pack or how to be a more effective pack cyclist).
We understand the special relationship you have with your bike. Perfectly adjusted to your height and preferences, it gives you the comfort you need to fully appreciate the pleasures of travelling. We know that your bike is like an old friend, which is why all of our packages involving air flights and coach service include the transportation of your bicycle… your favourite travel companion!
Talk to a travel advisor:
514-521-8356 or
1-800-567-8356 [ext. 506]
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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