Feel the excitement of this legendary race from the most sought-after VIP hospitality areas. Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere—mingle with pro teams in the team paddock of the Grand Depart in Barcelona or witness the exhilarating final laps around the Place de la Concorde in Paris. For an unforgettable perspective, ride on the racecourse in an official car and soak in the breathtaking speed and excitement of Le Tour. Every moment offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the heart of cycling’s greatest event.
*Please note: These experiences include the VIP ticket only. Hotels and transport are not included. You will receive your digital VIP Pass prior to the day of the experience.
Stage 1 Start VIP Hospitality Pass at the Grand Depart in Barcelona: Mingle with the pros inside the VIP Team Paddock, enjoy access to the Departure village as the riders sign in, and roll across the start line on this epic 1st stage of this year's Tour
Stage 21 Finish VIP Hospitality Pass at The Terrace in Paris: Watch the thrilling final laps in Paris from the VIP area The Terrace on the Place de Concord—the best seat in the house with premium views of the race course, snacks, open bar and live race broadcast
Stage 21 Official Race Car VIP Pass in Paris: Enjoy a VIP day at the race. Access both the stage start and finish VIP areas and buckle up for an unforgettable ride in an official race car on the final stage in Paris
Trek Travel proudly presents 2026 Tour de France VIP Spectator Access
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Stage 1 Start VIP Hospitality Pass at the Grand Depart in Barcelona
Overview
Step into the team paddock as riders warm up and prepare for today’s Grand Depart and Stage 1 in Barcelona. Snap photos, collect autographs, and soak up the excitement before heading into the VIP Departure Village where the pros sign in and roll out for this first epic day at Le Tour. Enjoy these exclusive highlights:
• Access to the team paddock
• Access to VIP Departure Village
• Views of official podium and start line
*Exact location of VIP hospitality area is dependent on stage and views of the start line are not guaranteed.
Meals included
Regional snacks and drinks
Highlight of the Day
Mingle with the pros in the VIP team paddock
Spot your favorite Lidl-Trek rider as you watch the teams warm up and prepare for today's Grand Depart Stage 1 in Barcelona.
Stage 21 Finish VIP Hospitality Pass at The Terrace in Paris
Overview
Experience the thrilling finish from the VIP zone The Terrace—an exclusive vantage point with big-screen TVs so you catch every moment of the action. Cheer on the peloton as they charge around the Place de la Concord toward the finish line on the Champs-Élysées. Enjoy these exclusive highlights:
• Access to The Terrace VIP hospitality area
• Prime views of the riders’ multiple passages around the Place de la Concord
• Standing cocktail lunch and drinks
• Live broadcast of the race
*Exact location of The Terrace is on the Place de la Concord and does not have views of the Champs-Élysées or finish line.
Meals included
Regional snacks and drinks
Highlight of the Day
Witness the final laps in Paris from The Terrace VIP area
Watch from the Place de la Concord as the peloton races past on their way to the finish line on the Champs-Élysées.
Stage 21 Official Race Car VIP Pass in Paris
Overview
Experience a full VIP day at the race with exclusive access to both the Stage Start and Finish hospitality areas. Ride in an official race car along closed roads ahead of the peloton for an unforgettable thrill on the final Stage 21 of the Tour into Paris. Enjoy these exclusive highlights:
• Access to VIP Departure Village
• Access to VIP Izoard Bus Hospitality area
• Ride in an official Tour de France car ahead of the peloton
*Exact location of Izoard Bus VIP hospitality area is dependent on stage and views of the finish line are not guaranteed.
Meals included
Lunch on route
Highlight of the Day
Ride in an official Tour de France car
Strap in for the ride of a lifetime as you speed along closed race roads in an official Tour de France car, just ahead of the peloton.
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Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).
Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).
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Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).
Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).
Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).
Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).
Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).
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Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).
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