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Join us on the ultimate Spring Classics bike tour to experience VIP race access, ride the famed cobbles, and sip coveted Trappist beer.
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Where to Arrive
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Pick-up location:
Harmony Hotel, Ghent, Belgium
Pick-up time:
10:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Drop-off location:
Park Hotel, Kortrijk, Belgium
Drop-off time:
10:00 AM
Additional Arrival Information
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your Spring Classics cycling tour, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. For the Spring Classics Ultimate trip, we recommend that you fly into Brussels National Airport (BRU). There is frequent bus and train service from the airport to the center of Brussels, where you’ll need to catch a train to Ghent. The trip to Ghent from the Brussels National Airport takes approximately 50 minutes. A taxi to the center of Brussels will cost approximately 35€. For more information about connections from the airport please consult BrusselsAirport.be or for train information belgiantrain.be.
Train is the best way to travel to Ghent from Brussels. There are plenty of departure times to choose from (usually two to four departures per hour). Please check belgiantrain.be. In Ghent you will get to Gent-Sint-Pieters Station. From there, you can either take a bus line 930 or tram line number 1, both costs approximately 3€. Taxi ride is around 12 mins and it cost close to 30€.
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Harmony Hotel (Kraanlei 37, Ghent, Belgium) at 10:00 AM on the first day of the trip. There, your Spring Classics cycling tour begins with an introduction to the features of your Trek bike and a perfect, comfortable fit, before taking a casual ride in Ghent area.
If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. If you cannot reach them, please call our first hotel, Harmony Hotel (+32 9 324 26 80), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.
Additional Departure Information
You will say farewell to your guides at 10:00 AM at Park Hotel before you take the train from Kortrijk to your final destination. Park Hotel Kortrijk is located right across the street from Kortrijk train station. Please allow adequate connection time for a flight or train to accommodate possible traffic delays.
Welcome ride in the Ghent countryside
Overview
Welcome to your Spring Classics trip! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Hotel Harmony in Ghent at 10:00 AM on the first day of your cycling tour. Your guides will introduce you to the features of your Trek Domane bike before ensuring a perfect fit before you will go for a casual ride in Ghent area. We'll have the tires set up specifically for riding cobbles, as well as extra bar tape for additional padding, all to ensure comfortable riding. Tonight, meet ... Welcome to your Spring Classics trip! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Hotel Harmony in Ghent at 10:00 AM on the first day of your cycling tour. Your guides will introduce you to the features of your Trek Domane bike before ensuring a perfect fit before you will go for a casual ride in Ghent area. We'll have the tires set up specifically for riding cobbles, as well as extra bar tape for additional padding, all to ensure comfortable riding. Tonight, meet your guides for dinner and learn about the trip ahead. We recommend heading to bed early in anticipation of an incredible (albeit early) day tomorrow. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The magical city of Ghent
Vibrant Ghent offers fascinating culture and is brimming with trendy, modern urban life. Ghent is a city where people enjoy life: a chilled-... Vibrant Ghent offers fascinating culture and is brimming with trendy, modern urban life. Ghent is a city where people enjoy life: a chilled-out place where anything goes and everyone is welcome. Don't forget the famous Trappist Belgium beer and frites. Read More
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Ghent Loop - Approximately 26 mi | 40 km and 400 ft | 120 m
Experience the Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclo, one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium
Overview
Today is one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium. The Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclo aka Ride Flanders Citizen Ride is a difficult and increasingly popular race that attracts thousands of participants. Today, you are one of them! It’s an early morning with a shuttle to the start in Oudenaarde. You can choose between the short or longer course. Both routes test your mettle throughout the rolling countryside of West Flanders on the same roads where the pro... Today is one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium. The Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclo aka Ride Flanders Citizen Ride is a difficult and increasingly popular race that attracts thousands of participants. Today, you are one of them! It’s an early morning with a shuttle to the start in Oudenaarde. You can choose between the short or longer course. Both routes test your mettle throughout the rolling countryside of West Flanders on the same roads where the pros will do battle tomorrow. Ride the iconic climbs and cobblestone sections with the support, encouragement, and expertise of your Trek Travel guides. Triumphant and tired, enjoy a well-deserved lunch in the centre of Oudenaarde. After, we will head back to the comforts of our hotel to shower and relax. Tonight, you will have a chance to enjoy the evening at your leisure. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
We Ride Flanders Event
The Flanders Citizen Ride is an amazing event. Every year it gets more popular and can attract upwards of 15,000 participants and today, you... The Flanders Citizen Ride is an amazing event. Every year it gets more popular and can attract upwards of 15,000 participants and today, you are one of them! Learn more about We Ride Flanders Read More
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
We Ride Flanders Short - Approximately 47 mi | 75 km and 2,920 ft | 890 m
Ride Option 2
AVID OPTION:
We Ride Flanders Long - Approximately 90 mi | 144 km and 5,480 ft | 1,670 m
Enjoy your VIP Tour of Flanders viewing event on the summit of Oude Kwaremont
Overview
It’s all about the Tour of Flanders today! This is Belgium, and cycling is not just a sport, it’s an obsession! Enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of our VIP luxury viewing area right on the summit of the Oude Kwaremont. This is the hill where only the best riders can make a difference on the outcome. You will have a front-row seat, not once, not twice, but three times as the men's teams pass through and you can witness the sweat and determination on their fac... It’s all about the Tour of Flanders today! This is Belgium, and cycling is not just a sport, it’s an obsession! Enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of our VIP luxury viewing area right on the summit of the Oude Kwaremont. This is the hill where only the best riders can make a difference on the outcome. You will have a front-row seat, not once, not twice, but three times as the men's teams pass through and you can witness the sweat and determination on their faces. It's truly a live experience you don’t want to miss, especially because you will also have the privilege of watching the women's race, too! After the excitement of seeing the Tour of Flanders live, enjoy your evening in Ghent, where you are on your own to explore a quaint restaurant for dinner. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Welcome to the Tour of Flanders
An epic day of racing, VIP viewing, beers and good times. Strap yourselves in and enjoy your front-row seat for this truly spectacular Sprin... An epic day of racing, VIP viewing, beers and good times. Strap yourselves in and enjoy your front-row seat for this truly spectacular Spring Classic. Learn more about Ronde van Vlaanderen Pro Race Read More
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
VIP Live Race Viewing at Kwaremont Tour of Flanders Pro Race
Take on famous cobble climbs, relax in a cycling cafe, and enjoy a tour of Tour of Flanders Museum
Overview
Today, we head south of Ghent to ride some of the famous cobbled climbs from earlier race editions including the famous Muur van Geraardsbergen, the Kapelmuur, where cycling history was written. In Geraardsbergen we stop in Bar Gidon, a famous cycling cafe owned by ex-professional Frederic Penne who was active in cycling for 20 years. It’s a perfect place to taste the unique regional cake, Mattentaarten, a Flemish specialty. We continue to Oudenaarde, the... Today, we head south of Ghent to ride some of the famous cobbled climbs from earlier race editions including the famous Muur van Geraardsbergen, the Kapelmuur, where cycling history was written. In Geraardsbergen we stop in Bar Gidon, a famous cycling cafe owned by ex-professional Frederic Penne who was active in cycling for 20 years. It’s a perfect place to taste the unique regional cake, Mattentaarten, a Flemish specialty. We continue to Oudenaarde, the gateway to the Flemish Ardennes, where we'll visit The Tour of Flanders Centre and Museum. Learn everything about the famous race and feel the enthusiasm and sense the triumph of the tour. After our visit, we'll shuttle back to Ghent and dine together in one of our favorite restaurants in town. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Bar Gidon
Feel the excitement at the cyclists' Bar Gidon, nestled at the foot of the legendary Muur van Geraardsbergen. Immerse yourself in the racing...
Feel the excitement at the cyclists' Bar Gidon, nestled at the foot of the legendary Muur van Geraardsbergen. Immerse yourself in the racing atmosphere, in a cafe adorned with details dedicated to cycling. Chat with ex-pro cyclist Fred Penne as you indulge in the local specialty: Mattentaart, a golden puff pastry filled with creamy curdled buttermilk, eggs, and sugar.
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Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Oudenaarde to Geraardsbergen Loop - Approximately 53 mi | 85 km and 3,480 ft | 1,060 m
Ride Option 2
SHORT OPTION:
Oudenaarde to Geraardsbergen - Approximately 48 mi | 77 km and 2,770 ft | 840 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Visit the Tour of Flanders Centre and Museum
Pedal along canals and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Ghent
Overview
This morning you'll cycle around Ghent and its surroundings on a scenic loop ride including a ride along the Scheldt canal. In the afternoon, we'll gather for drinks at the famous Het Waterhuis aan de Bierkant, a cafe with the biggest beer selection in Ghent. The city of Ghent is well-known for its hopless beers and herb-flavoured ales. Take some time to explore this unique city. Sit along the Graslei canal, visit Bue The Warrior’s mural walls, or sip a beer outsi... This morning you'll cycle around Ghent and its surroundings on a scenic loop ride including a ride along the Scheldt canal. In the afternoon, we'll gather for drinks at the famous Het Waterhuis aan de Bierkant, a cafe with the biggest beer selection in Ghent. The city of Ghent is well-known for its hopless beers and herb-flavoured ales. Take some time to explore this unique city. Sit along the Graslei canal, visit Bue The Warrior’s mural walls, or sip a beer outside the Marimain. Walk across Ghent’s most famous bridge and fall in love with the city while you soak up postcard-perfect views of Graslei and Korenlei, the Old Fish Market, St. Michael’s Church and the Gravensteen. Tonight, enjoy dinner of your choice in one of the local bistros. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
Tasting the famous Trappist beer and explore Ghent
After a cycle around the surrounding Ghent countryside you get to experience first-hand one of the things Belgium is best known for - beer!
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Ghent South Loop - Approximately 38 mi | 60 km and 820 ft | 250m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Explore Ghent and taste delicious Belgium beer
Behind-the-scenes exclusive access to Lidl-Trek Service Course — tour and catered lunch event
Overview
Today you'll say farewell to the Harmony Hotel by enjoying one last breakfast before you go. Then it's on to our next adventure with a ride to the town Deinze and an exclusive visit to the Lidl-Trek Service Course in Belgium. As Lidl-Trek’s official hospitality partner, Trek Travel has the privilege to take you on private tour of The Service Course, where the team stores its gear and tools, for a chance to see what happens behind the scenes only days before one of... Today you'll say farewell to the Harmony Hotel by enjoying one last breakfast before you go. Then it's on to our next adventure with a ride to the town Deinze and an exclusive visit to the Lidl-Trek Service Course in Belgium. As Lidl-Trek’s official hospitality partner, Trek Travel has the privilege to take you on private tour of The Service Course, where the team stores its gear and tools, for a chance to see what happens behind the scenes only days before one of the team’s biggest races. After a special catered picnic lunch, we'll head to Kortrijk, your home for second half of the trip. Tonight you’ll explore this charming medieval town for dinner. Read More
Hotel
Parkhotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Visit Lidl-Trek Service Course
Today you'll have an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at the Lidl-Trek Service Course. This is where the team stores all their bike... Today you'll have an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at the Lidl-Trek Service Course. This is where the team stores all their bikes, gear, and tools, and during our private tour you'll have a chance to see what happens only days before one of its biggest races. Read More
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Deinze to Kortrijk - Approximately 21 mi | 34 km and 500 ft | 150 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Trek Lidl-Trek Service Course Visit
Ride through Flanders Fields and France
Overview
This morning’s ride takes us toward Ypres, with its stunning architecture and strong WWI history. From here, you’re off to climb the likes of the Kemmelberg and Castleberg on our route, which mimics the Gent-Wevelgem race. The ride meanders through the renowned Flanders Fields and touches into France before finishing at one of our favorite breweries for a well-deserved local beer. Tonight we’ll gather as a group to enjoy dinner at a carefully selected local bi... This morning’s ride takes us toward Ypres, with its stunning architecture and strong WWI history. From here, you’re off to climb the likes of the Kemmelberg and Castleberg on our route, which mimics the Gent-Wevelgem race. The ride meanders through the renowned Flanders Fields and touches into France before finishing at one of our favorite breweries for a well-deserved local beer. Tonight we’ll gather as a group to enjoy dinner at a carefully selected local bistro. Read More
Hotel
Park Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Explore the West Flanders countryside and finish up with pint of Trappist beer
Another great ride today, with historical sites, beautiful architecture, and — you guessed it — more of those famous and fun cob... Another great ride today, with historical sites, beautiful architecture, and — you guessed it — more of those famous and fun cobbles! Learn about Sint Bernardus Brewery Read More
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Kortrijk to Sint Bernardus - Approximately 62 mi | 100 km and 3,110 ft | 950 m
Spin on a warm-up ride in the beautiful Flemish countryside
Overview
Prepare yourself for race-lover's nirvana as you head out on your Trek bicycle today for a little warm-up before tomorrow. Enjoy a ride in the Flemish countryside and feel free to stop for a coffee or beer along the way. In the afternoon, you may decide to hit the beautifully designed Wellness Avenue Spa for a massage or to relax in the pool. Check in with your guides to discuss final adjustments and fine-tuning for your bike to ensure you're completely ready for to... Prepare yourself for race-lover's nirvana as you head out on your Trek bicycle today for a little warm-up before tomorrow. Enjoy a ride in the Flemish countryside and feel free to stop for a coffee or beer along the way. In the afternoon, you may decide to hit the beautifully designed Wellness Avenue Spa for a massage or to relax in the pool. Check in with your guides to discuss final adjustments and fine-tuning for your bike to ensure you're completely ready for tomorrow’s epic event. Dine in the restaurant of your choice tonight before heading to bed early in anticipation of an incredible (and early) day tomorrow. Read More
Hotel
Park Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
Ride in the Flemish countryside
Canals, bike paths, windmills, countryside and some cobbles — a leisurely ride to prepare the legs for tomorrow.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Kortrijk Countryside Ride - Approximately 34 mi | 54 km and 740 ft | 225 m
Tackle the Paris-Roubaix Challenge Citizen Ride and watch the finish of women's Pro Race
Overview
Welcome to the "Hell of the North." It’s an early start with a morning shuttle to the beginning of the Paris-Roubaix Challenge. Test your mettle on a partial Paris-Roubaix racecourse over which the pros will battle for supremacy tomorrow. You can choose between the shorter and longer course. Both of them include the iconic cobblestone sections of the race and legendary sector Carrefore de l’Arbre. Later, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch and watch the finish ... Welcome to the "Hell of the North." It’s an early start with a morning shuttle to the beginning of the Paris-Roubaix Challenge. Test your mettle on a partial Paris-Roubaix racecourse over which the pros will battle for supremacy tomorrow. You can choose between the shorter and longer course. Both of them include the iconic cobblestone sections of the race and legendary sector Carrefore de l’Arbre. Later, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch and watch the finish of the elite women race. After you witness the Femmes battle, you will head back to the comforts of your Kortrijk hotel. Shower and relax before sharing your race stories and insights tonight during dinner together at the hotel. Read More
Hotel
Park Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Test yourself in the Paris-Roubaix Challenge
These cobbles or pave are nothing short of brutal. Today you get to experience first-hand what it's like riding over this bumpy surface, g... These cobbles or pave are nothing short of brutal. Today you get to experience first-hand what it's like riding over this bumpy surface, giving you an appreciation of just what it is like for the pros tomorrow when they race for glory in "The Hell of the North." Learn about the Paris-Roubaix Challenge. Read More
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Paris-Roubaix Challenge Short - 
Approximately 44 mi | 70 km and 940 ft | 280 m
Ride Option 2
AVID OPTION:
Paris-Roubaix Challenge Long - Approximately 90 mi | 145 km and 1,670 ft | 510 m
Experience the exciting Paris-Roubaix Pro Race Viewing
Overview
Get ready for the highly anticipated Paris-Roubaix day! Experience the pinnacle of classic cycling events, where enthralling tales, mythical legends, and iconic status captivate spectators. Witness the electrifying finish at Roubaix Vélodrome from your VIP seat, immersed in the heart of the action. Feel the adrenaline as riders unleash their explosive sprint, and cheer on the road heroes. Tonight, raise a toast to great riding, new friends, monumental achievements,... Get ready for the highly anticipated Paris-Roubaix day! Experience the pinnacle of classic cycling events, where enthralling tales, mythical legends, and iconic status captivate spectators. Witness the electrifying finish at Roubaix Vélodrome from your VIP seat, immersed in the heart of the action. Feel the adrenaline as riders unleash their explosive sprint, and cheer on the road heroes. Tonight, raise a toast to great riding, new friends, monumental achievements, and the indelible memories of your Spring Classics cycling tour! Read More
Hotel
Park Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The Hell of the North!
An electric day as you get to watch this incredibly race. VIP viewing and access in the velodrome make this an experience of a lifetime! Lea... An electric day as you get to watch this incredibly race. VIP viewing and access in the velodrome make this an experience of a lifetime! Learn about Paris-Roubaix Pro Race. Read More
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Paris-Roubaix Race Viewing VIP Access to the Velodrome Finish
Departure
Overview
Feel free to sleep in and ease into your day with a warm pain au chocolat and café au lait. You will say farewell to your guides at 10:00 AM at the Park Hotel before taking the train from Kortrijk to your final destination. Please allow adequate connection time for a flight or train to accommodate possible traffic delays.
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
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