2025 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Ventoux, Alps

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Mont Ventoux & Alps (with PARIS option)

LIVE race-viewing of the mountain stages during the final week of the 2025 Tour de France.

Mont Ventoux, Col de la Loze and La Plagne!

Thomson Tour de France K/QOM Challenges are the trips of choice for avid cyclists of all abilities looking for a unique blend of LIVE race-viewing and challenging riding.

Climb the legendary Mont Ventoux ahead of the peloton, then watch the Stage Finish, LIVE from the Official VIP Lounge. Experience a memorable day on the final mountain stage to La Plagne with an official ride across the Finish Line, a photo shoot on the Official Podium, then witness the Stage Finish, LIVE from the Official VIP Lounge. You’ll also conquer the toughest climb in the Alps, the Col de la Loze, and witness the stage from our private and exclusive race vantage point. Mingle with pro riders and Tour celebrities with our privileged VIP access to the Departure Village and Team Paddock at the start of Stage 17 in Bollène.

Riding is also a key feature of every Thomson Tour de France trip and on this trip you’ll conquer numerous famous climbs including the Col de la Loze, Mont Ventoux, Cormet de Roselend, Col du Pré, and the final climb of the 2025 Tour de France to La Plagne!

PARIS optional extension package

Continue to Paris for the Final Stage on the Champs-Elysées. Our Paris extension package includes TGV high-speed train transfer from Lyon to Paris, entry to the Elysées Grandstand or the Rive Gauche VIP Lounge, and accommodations at the luxurious 5-star Hotel Le Cinq Codet, close to the Eiffel Tower and just a short walk from the Champs-Elysées race finishing circuit.

View full details of our Paris Extension package here: Paris Extension Details

Please contact Nancy at nancy@thomsonbiketours.com if you’d like to book the PARIS extension package (limited availability).

Pay in full by November 30 to SAVE $500

Live Race Viewing

Stage 16: Montpellier to Mont Ventoux

VIP Hospitality Lounge at the Stage Finish

Stage 17: Bollène to Valence

VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access

Stage 18: Vif to Col de la Loze

Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze

Stage 19: Albertville to La Plagne

VIP Hospitality Lounge at the Stage Finish

Stage 21: Mantes-la-Ville to Paris Champs Elysées

Optional: continue to Paris for LIVE viewing of the Final Stage

Summary

Next Departure

July 21st 2025

Rental Bike

USD $550

From

USD $8,495

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Non-Rider Friendly

Yes

Tour de France

The entire trip was fabulous. From the time we were picked up until the time we were dropped off. Staff were great. They made sure ...

Jane Ruchard, USA — 2017

Tour de France

I can’t stop thinking about how awesome that trip was. I’m so sad it’s over!

Bret Namihas, USA — 2022

Tour de France

The experience was unbelievable! I wish I was better prepared for the climbing, and will definitely train more next time. The staff was great and ...

Brent Carbno, USA — 2023

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Daily itineraries

Only with Thomson: a choice of 3 fully supported rides each day. With daily rides from 20km to 120km (12 miles to 75 miles), no matter your fitness level, we’ve got you covered!

Your partner doesn’t ride but is a Tour de France fan: no problem, our Non-Rider program features daily activities and Tour de France viewing for those who prefer not to ride.

Check out our Sport, Performance, Epic and Non-Rider itineraries below.

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Day	Description	Hotel
01	Bienvenue en France!	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
01	Bienvenue en France!	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
01	Bienvenue en France!	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
01	Bienvenue en France!	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
02	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
02	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
02	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
02	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux	Aquabella Hotel & Spa	Read more
03	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
03	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
03	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
03	LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
04	LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
04	LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
04	LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
04	LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
05	Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
05	Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
05	Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
05	Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
06	Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
06	Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
06	Cormet de Roselend Lake Hike & Lunch	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
06	Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré	Hotel La Cachette	Read more
07	End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage	Paris Extension Only – Hotel Le Cinq Codet	Read more
07	End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage	Paris Extension Only – Hotel Le Cinq Codet	Read more
07	End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage	Paris Extension Only – Hotel Le Cinq Codet	Read more
07	End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage	Paris Extension Only – Hotel Le Cinq Codet	Read more
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Itinerary Detail

Day 1

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Bienvenue en France!

Your trip starts at Marseille Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the historic city of Aix-en-Provence.

After a brief orientation meeting, lunch and bike build-up, you’ll head out on our warm-up ride into the Provençal countryside.

Bienvenue en France!

Your trip starts at Marseille Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the historic city of Aix-en-Provence.

After a brief orientation meeting, lunch and bike build-up, you’ll head out on our warm-up ride into the Provençal countryside.

Bienvenue en France!

Your trip starts at Marseille Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the historic city of Aix-en-Provence.

After a brief orientation meeting, lunch and bike build-up, you’ll head out on our warm-up ride into the Provençal countryside.

Bienvenue en France!

Your trip starts at Marseille Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the historic city of Aix-en-Provence.

After a brief orientation meeting and lunch, join your guide on a tour of this magnificent city.

Day 2

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LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux

The highlight of the 2025 Tour de France sees the return of the Giant of Provence, le Mont Ventoux – and you’ll be there to witness all the action on this legendary climb from the luxury of the VIP Lounge!

After a short transfer to Pernes-les-Fontaines, you’ll enjoy a magificent ride through some of Provence’s most stunning scenery before arriving in the town of Bedoin where the climb to Ventoux starts. From Bedoin you’ll be on the TDF race route so expect to be cheered on by the many fans that will be lining the road to this famous summit – and don’t forget to save something in the legs for the last 6km which break out above the tree line and can be hot, windy and very demanding. After the ride, enjoy the afternoon’s racing from the comfort of the VIP lounge.

LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux

Day 3

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LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène

Today you’ll head over to Bollène to experience the start of Stage 17 of the Tour de France. You’ll have privileged access to the VIP Departure Village and Team Paddock, a great place to mingle and meet the riders as they relax and warm-up before the start of today’s stage. After the race start you’ll transfer over to the ski town of Les Arcs, high in the French Alps, and perfectly located for easy access to the next 2 big days of racing on the Col de la Loze and the summit finish in La Plagne.

LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village & Team Paddock access in Bollène

Day 4

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LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze

Our Logistics Team will have set up our Race-Viewing Hospitality Marquee on the climb which will be buzzing with thousands of passionate fans excited to see the Tour de France on this spectacular climb. Enjoy the race atmosphere from the comfort of our Private Hospitality Marquee. Food, drinks, and satellite TV race coverage will keep you entertained as you wait for the peloton to approach.

LIVE Race-Viewing: Private Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze

Who can forget Tadej Pogaçar cracking on the Col de le Loze in the 2023 Tour de France (see our photo), eventually losing almost 5 minutes to Jonas Vingegaard by the time he reached the summit of this monster climb. How will the Tadej – Jonas battle play out this year? Be there to witness a famous stage LIVE on the mountain-side. Our Logistics Team will have set up our Race-Viewing Hospitality Marquee on the climb which will be buzzing with thousands of passionate fans excited to see the Tour de France on this spectacular climb. Enjoy the race atmosphere from the comfort of our Private Hospitality Marquee. Food, drinks, and satellite TV race coverage will keep you entertained as you wait for the peloton to approach.

Day 5

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Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne

The final mountain stage of the 2025 Tour de France concludes with a summit finish in the ski station of La Plagne.

You’ll have the unique opportunity to ride your bike across the Official Finish Line in La Plagne just a few hours before the peloton – followed by a photo shoot on the Official Podium. You’ll round off an amazing Tour de France day by witnessing the Race Finish from the VIP Lounge.

Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne

The final mountain stage of the 2025 Tour de France concludes with a summit finish in the ski station of La Plagne.

Ride over the Finish Line, Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne

The final mountain stage of the 2025 Tour de France concludes with a summit finish in the ski station of La Plagne.

Podium Photo Shoot & LIVE VIP Race-Viewing of the Stage Finish in La Plagne

Our cycling group will be riding across the Official Finish Line in La Plagne just a few hours before the peloton. Our staff will escort you to the Finish Line where you’ll be invited to join the riders for a photo shoot on the Official Podium, then round off the day by witnessing the Stage Finish from the VIP Lounge.

Day 6

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Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré

A magnificent final ride featuring one of our favorite routes around the Cormet de Roselend Lake and the Col du Pré. This is one of the most spectacular routes in the French Alps and a fitting end to a phenomenal week of riding and race viewing at the 2025 Tour de France.

In the evening, join our staff in the hotel bar to toast a sensational week in Provence and the French Alps!

Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré

In the evening, join our staff in the hotel bar to toast a sensational week in Provence and the French Alps!

Cormet de Roselend & Col du Pré

A magnificent final ride featuring the Cormet de Roselend and the Col du Pré. This is one of the most spectacular routes in the French Alps and a fitting end to a phenomenal week of riding and race viewing at the 2025 Tour de France.

In the evening, join our staff in the hotel bar to toast a sensational week in Provence and the French Alps!

Cormet de Roselend Lake Hike & Lunch

Our cycling group will be riding around the Cormet de Roselend Lake, one of the lost spectacular destinations in the French Alps. Join your guide on a short hike close to the lake and enjoy lunch at a typical mountain restaurant overlooking the lake!

In the evening, join our staff in the hotel bar to toast a sensational week in Provence and the French Alps!

Day 7

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End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage

Option 1:

End of your trip, our private shuttle will drop you off at Lyon St Exupery Airport.

Option 2:

Continue to Paris for the Final Stage. View full details of our Paris Extension package here:

Paris Extension Details

End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage

Option 1:

End of your trip, our private shuttle will drop you off at Lyon St Exupery Airport.

Option 2:

Continue to Paris for the Final Stage. View full details of our Paris Extension package here:

Paris Extension Details

End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage

Option 1:

End of your trip, our private shuttle will drop you off at Lyon St Exupery Airport.

Option 2:

Continue to Paris for the Final Stage. View full details of our Paris Extension package here:

Paris Extension Details

End of your trip - OR - continue to Paris for the Final Stage

Option 1:

End of your trip, our private shuttle will drop you off at Lyon St Exupery Airport.

Option 2:

Continue to Paris for the Final Stage. View full details of our Paris Extension package here:

Paris Extension Details

Map & Profile

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

	Av. Grade	Category
Collet Blanc de Suberoque from Le Tholonet	3.6%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Col des Portes from Pourrières	3.1%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Collet Blanc de Suberoque from Le Tholonet	3.6%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Col du Grand Sambuc from Jouques	3.7%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
	Mont Ventoux from Bedoin			7.3%	HC
	Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
	Mont Ventoux from Bedoin			7.3%	HC
	Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
St Hubert from Méthamis	3.9%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Mont Ventoux from Bedoin	7.3%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
	Col de la Loze from Brides les Bains – via Courchevel			5.6%	HC
	Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Hautecour from Le Villaret	7.3%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Col de la Loze from Brides les Bains – via Courchevel	5.6%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Montgirod les Chappelles from Bourg St Maurice	7.1%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Hautecour from Le Villaret	7.3%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Col de la Loze from Brides les Bains – via Courchevel	5.6%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
	La Plagne from La Plagne-Tarentaise			7.4%	HC
	Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Montgirod les Chappelles from Bourg St Maurice	7.1%	2
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
La Plagne from La Plagne-Tarentaise	7.4%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Col du Petit St Bernard from Bourg St Maurice	5.5%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
La Plagne from La Plagne-Tarentaise	7.4%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
	Col du Pré from Beaufort			7.9%	HC
	Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Col du Pré from Beaufort	7.9%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Cormet de Roselend from Lac de Roselend	5%	3
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Les Arcs from Bourg St Maurice	6.1%	1
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

	Av. Grade	Category
Cormet de Roselend from Bourg St Maurice	6.1%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Col du Pré from Beaufort	7.9%	HC
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Cormet de Roselend from Lac de Roselend	5%	3
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15
Les Arcs from Bourg St Maurice	6.1%	1
Profile Map Gradient (%) 0 0-6 6-8 8-10 10-12 12-15 >15

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climb		Distance	Elevation	Av. Grade	Category
No major climbs today

Climbs

Stage

Rest Day: Montpellier

Stage 16

Montpellier > Mont Ventoux

The unusual geographical configuration of the “Giant of Provence” often makes it the only difficulty of the day. The route is quite straightforward to begin with, crossing the departments of Hérault, Gard and Vaucluse. Here, the riders will reach the road where the contest between the favourites could become a demonstration. Between the village of Bédoin and the observatory overlooking the finish line there are 15.7km of ascent, averaging 8.7%... and chances to attack at absolutely every point.

Stage 17

Bollène > Valence

There’s no such thing as an absolutely flat stage on the roads of the Vaucluse and Drôme, but there’s definitely an opportunity here for the sprinters and that will mean the breakaway riders won’t get much room for manoeuvre. If the wind starts to blow, as is often the case in this area, and there’s an attempt to create echelons there could be a dramatic twist. There’ll be real tension at every change of direction over the final 50 kilometres.

Stage 18

Vif > Col de la Loze

The stats don’t lie: this is the most demanding stage of the 2025 Tour, with 5,500 metres of vertical gain. Much of this total will come on the climbs to the Col du Glandon and then the Col de la Madeleine, where the riders will reach 2,000 metres for the first time today. Then they’ll hit the heights again above Courchevel to reach the Col de la Loze, tackling the pass for the first time from this flank. After passing through the altiport, the final four kilometres are on a cycle track where the gradient is just as irregular and almost as hard on the legs as the route taken in 2020 and 2023.

Stage 19

Albertville > La Plagne

The ultra-mountainous tone of this stage, which features five climbs, is amplified by its relative shortness. The first of those climbs, the Côte d’Héry-sur-Ugine, arrives around ten kilometres after the stage start. Thanks to the spicy nature of what’s gone before, the final 19.1-kilometre ascent to La Plagne will seem all the more interminable.

Stage 20

Nantua > Pontarlier

At this stage of the Tour, there’ll still be some in-form riders who haven’t yet managed to claim a victory bouquet. They’ll all be keen to get into the breakaway, but the selection process will be tough, thanks especially to the ascent of the Col de la Croix de la Serra. The hilly profile of the final third of the stage will give the strongest riders the chance to break away and finish solo or in a small group in the capital of absinthe.

Stage 21

Mantes-la-Ville > Paris Champs Elysées

A return to both tradition and to the Champs-Élysées... After Nice stepped in for the capital during the Olympics last summer, the Tour will return to Paris. And we’ll be celebrating the 50th anniversary of both the first finish on the Champs-Élysées and Bernard Thévenet’s first overall victory. That was in 1975. Happy anniversary!

Tour de France

Dates and prices

Date	Booking Status	Availability	Price / Per Person	Single Supplement	Non-rider Discount
2025
July 21 to 27 Book this trip	Date July 21 to 27	Booking Status Taking Bookings	Availability Places Available	Price / Per Person USD $8,495	Single Supplement USD $1,200	Non-rider Discount n/a	Book this trip

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Hotels

Aquabella Hotel & Spa

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Hotel La Cachette

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Paris Extension Only – Hotel Le Cinq Codet

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Pick-up and Drop-off

Arrival

Pickup Location	Time
Marseille Provence Airport	July 21 at 9:00am
OR
Hotel Ibis Marseille Provence Airport View website	July 21 at 9:00am

Pickup Location

Time

Marseille Provence Airport

July 21 at 9:00am

Hotel Ibis Marseille Provence Airport

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July 21 at 9:00am

Departure

Drop Off Location	Time
Lyon St Exupery Airport	July 27 at 9:30am

What's included

What's Included	What's Not Included
Tour de France Viewing TDF Stage 16: access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux TDF Stage 17: access to the VIP Departure Village and Team Paddock in Bollène TDF Stage 18: access to our Private Race-Viewing Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze TDF Stage 19: VIP ride across the Finish Line, Podium photo op, and access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the at the Stage Finish in La Plagne Accommodations & Meals 7 days / 6 nights fully accompanied trip All accommodations All breakfasts All dinners 3 x sit-down lunches Picnic lunches during the rides Transportation Pick-up at Marseille Airport Drop-off at Lyon St Exupery Airport All transportation during the trip All luggage & bike box transfers Cycling Support 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.) Overall Staff to Guest ratio: 1 to 3 Experienced bike mechanic Park Tools Toolkit Daily ride gpx files provided Nutrition during the rides Energy bars, gels and sports drink Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches Bottled water Post-ride recovery food Merchandising Tour de France Gift Bag Thomson Bike Tours S/S Santini cycling jersey	Airfare Travel and personal insurance Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities Staff gratuities

What's Included

What's Not Included

TDF Stage 16: access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux

TDF Stage 17: access to the VIP Departure Village and Team Paddock in Bollène

TDF Stage 18: access to our Private Race-Viewing Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze

TDF Stage 19: VIP ride across the Finish Line, Podium photo op, and access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the at the Stage Finish in La Plagne

7 days / 6 nights fully accompanied trip

All accommodations

All breakfasts

All dinners

3 x sit-down lunches

Picnic lunches during the rides

Pick-up at Marseille Airport

Drop-off at Lyon St Exupery Airport

All transportation during the trip

All luggage & bike box transfers

1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.)

Overall Staff to Guest ratio: 1 to 3

Experienced bike mechanic

Park Tools Toolkit

Daily ride gpx files provided

Energy bars, gels and sports drink

Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches

Bottled water

Post-ride recovery food

Tour de France Gift Bag

Thomson Bike Tours S/S Santini cycling jersey

Airfare
Travel and personal insurance
Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities
Staff gratuities

What's Included
Tour de France Viewing TDF Stage 16: access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the Stage Finish on Mont Ventoux TDF Stage 17: access to the VIP Departure Village and Team Paddock in Bollène TDF Stage 18: access to our Private Race-Viewing Hospitality Marquee on the Col de la Loze TDF Stage 19: VIP ride across the Finish Line, Podium photo op, and access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge at the at the Stage Finish in La Plagne Accommodations & Meals 7 days / 6 nights fully accompanied trip All accommodations All breakfasts All dinners 3 x sit-down lunches Picnic lunches during the rides Transportation Pick-up at Marseille Airport Drop-off at Lyon St Exupery Airport All transportation during the trip All luggage & bike box transfers Cycling Support 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.) Overall Staff to Guest ratio: 1 to 3 Experienced bike mechanic Park Tools Toolkit Daily ride gpx files provided Nutrition during the rides Energy bars, gels and sports drink Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches Bottled water Post-ride recovery food Merchandising Tour de France Gift Bag Thomson Bike Tours S/S Santini cycling jersey
What's Not Included
Airfare Travel and personal insurance Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities Staff gratuities

Rental bikes

Specialized Aethos Expert

Frame

Aethos FACT 10r Carbon

Groupset

Di2 Shimano Ultegra

Weight

699g (size 56)

Wheels

Roval C38

Chainrings

52/36T

Cassette

11-34t (12-speed)

Sizes

49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61

Rental Fee

USD $550

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Guest Experience

Elevate your riding experience to new heights as you conquer legendary ascents that have tested the mettle of cycling's elite. Picture yourself pedaling through panoramic vistas, tackling hairpin turns and steep gradients, all while astride top-tier bikes meticulously fine-tuned by professional mechanics. With a support crew unparalleled in their dedication, every mile becomes a triumph, every summit a personal victory. Fulfill your lifetime riding goals and immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of the pro peloton, where the passion for cycling meets the grandeur of the mountains. This isn't just a trip—it's a unique opportunity to challenge yourself and ride the same paths as cycling legends.

VIP Experience

Embark on the ultimate cycling pilgrimage with our exclusive VIP trip to witness the Tour de France in unparalleled style. Immerse yourself in the thrilling energy of the race with spectacular access to the start and finish lines, as well as prime vantage points along major climbs like the legendary Col du Tourmalet and the Col du Galibier. Rub shoulders with cycling royalty as you meet the pro riders up close, savoring the electrifying atmosphere of the world's greatest cycling event. Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our VIP areas, where the finest champagne and cuisine await you. Experience the Tour like never before – you'll be as close to the pros as a Directeur Sportif, creating memories to last a lifetime. Join us on this once-in-a-lifetime journey, meticulously supported by the Thomson team, and elevate your passion for cycling to new heights.

Legendary Climbs

Get ready to ride your way into cycling history! Join us on an exhilarating adventure that puts your climbing skills to the ultimate test along the legendary routes of the Tour de France. Channel your inner pro cyclist as you conquer iconic climbs such as the formidable Tourmalet and the breathtaking Galibier. Feel the rush of ascending these famed Cols, surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes that have witnessed cycling greatness. This isn't just a ride; it's a chance to immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of professional cycling, supported by a dedicated team ensuring you tackle each ascent like a champion. Grab your bike, bring your determination, and let's ascend to new heights together!

2025 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Mont Ventoux & Alps (with Paris option)

Experience the Tour de France with the Premier Official Tour Operator