Join us on the ultimate Spring Classics bike tour to experience VIP race access, ride the famed cobbles, and sip coveted Trappist beer.
The Spring Classics inspire reverence among cycling's hardcore elite. They combine drama, savagery, pageantry, and suffering. Join us in Belgium and Northern France to enjoy a VIP race experience. Tackle Flanders' fearful sections of pavé like Oude Kwaremont and Paterberg in the Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo (the citizen's ride) then watch the pros battle on the same steep climbs and teeth-chattering roads. You will have access to the VIP village on Oude Kwaremont, the centre of the race, where you will be served culinary treats throughout the day while you watch this epic race. If you're up for the test, more cobbles and treachery await at the Paris-Roubaix Challenge. This incredible 11-day Spring Classics cycling tour culminates at Paris-Roubaix, with VIP seats inside the velodrome to watch as another “Hell of the North” competitor crosses the line victorious. Choose to join us for five days at the Tour of Flanders, for five days at Paris-Roubaix, or for the entire 11-day Ultimate Experience that expertly combines the two and also features exclusive access to the Lidl-Trek service course. Whichever you choose, we promise a VIP race trip of a lifetime.
Trip Wows
Tackle the legendary Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo and Paris-Roubaix Challenge the day before the pros race
Enjoy a VIP exclusive viewing at the summit of famous Kwaremont and witness both the women's and men's races live from a premier front-row seat
Experience premier seating at the Roubaix Vélodrome race finish and catch the exciting finish of the Paris Roubaix Femmes
Visit the fascinating Tour of Flanders Centre and Museum in Oudenaarde
See behind-the-scenes race preparations with exclusive access to Lidl-Trek Service Course, including a private tour and catered lunch event
Cobble Fever
Conquer the legendary cobbles of Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo and Paris-Roubaix Challenge just before the pros, then enjoy exclusive VIP viewing at Kwaremont's summit.
What Guests are Saying
Absolutely epic. Nothing better than spring in Belgium, riding cobbles, winning races, creating memories. This is what life is all about.
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This trip was incredible. We had 16 riders do the Tour of Flanders sportive and we did the last 100 km of Paris Roubaix - it was totally dialled. The VIP Flanders experience was terrific. Big Kudos to Trek Travel and their team.
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This trip is amazing, the cycling in Belgium and Northern France is truly special, from the varied cobblestone and pave sections, to riding on the tarmac, you see why the locals love their racing & riding. The days are filled with great routes, exploring historical sites, Belgian waffles, chocolate, pomme frites, and of course the Belgian Beer. Riding the famous cobbles of Northern Europe is a once in a lifetime experience.
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It was 110% of what I expected. The race was over the top cool. Rockstar seating!
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I had extremely high hopes for this trip and it exceeded all my expectations. Just a wonderful bucket list experience for me.
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We really enjoyed the VIP experience at the Ronde. The visit to the Trek Concourse was excellent. The stop at the Remco Evenpool Fan Cafe was cool. The St. Bernardus Brewery was fun...
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Great Ride
Ronde Van Vlaanderen Citizens Ride
Experience Great Ride #14 on our List of Great Global Rides. Choose your ride and tackle some of the famed cobbles of the Tour of Flanders for yourself.
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View full itineraryWhere 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
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