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Tour de France VIP Access: Epic Climbs of the Tour 2025

Tackle legendary climbs from the Pyrenees to Mont Ventoux and the Alps with thrilling VIP Race Access

Tour Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

Trip Style

Race

Activity Level

Level 4

Hotel Level

Explorer

Bikes

Trek Domane SL 7
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

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Join us for the incredible mountain stages of the 112th Tour de France and ride the most challenging and coveted climbs of the Tour.

Experience the exhilarating mountain stages of the Tour de France and tackle its most challenging, coveted climbs. As an official Tour Operator and partner of the Lidl-Trek team, Trek Travel brings you closer to the action than ever before. Begin in the Pyrenees, where you’ll enjoy VIP access to ascend the demanding Superbagnères just hours ahead of the peloton, then watch the pros sprint to an electrifying mountaintop finish. Conquer legendary climbs like Col du Tourmalet, Col d’Aspin, and Hourquette d’Ancizan before taking on the iconic Mont Ventoux in Provence, where you’ll witness the pros fight for yellow on the same famed ascent the very next day! Finally, head to the awe-inspiring Alps to test yourself on the Col du Galibier and the legendary Alpe d’Huez. This dream cycling vacation includes VIP race access, giving you the best views of live race action, unforgettable rides on France’s most stunning routes, and a celebration of cycling’s most historic event. With top-tier Trek bikes, first-class support, and exceptional local insights from our guides, Trek Travel promises the ultimate Tour experience. Learn more about our Tour de France experience»
Official Tour Operator of the 2024 Tour de France Official Tour Operator of the 2024 Tour de France

Trip Wows
  • XXX Official VIP Race Access Passes, allowing you to ride across the finish line and into the exclusive VIP area of Stage 16 on Mont Ventoux!

  • XXX Official VIP Race Access Passes to ride over the finish line and to the open-top bus at the mountaintop finish of Stage 14 on Superbagnères

  • Ride like the pros on this year’s Tour de France featured climbs: Mont Ventoux, Col du Tourmalet, Col de Peyresourde, and Col d'Aspin

  • Ascend the legendary Tour de France climbs of Alpe d'Huez, Col d'Azet, La Hourquette d'Ancizan, Galibier, and Col du Télégraphe

  • Ride the race-ready carbon-fiber Trek Domane 7 SL Disc bike with electronic Di2 shifting or choose to upgrade to the Trek Domane+ SLR 7 if you’re looking for a bit of an assist

Step onto the Official Tour podium with fellow Trek Travelers for an unforgettable photo!

Exhilarating mountain stages and the Tour’s most coveted climbs

As the Official Tour Operator for both the Tour de France and the Lidl-Trek racing team, this exclusive VIP trip brings you to the center of the world’s premier cycling race.


What Guests are Saying

This trip is like no other. From the routes put together for each ride, to the unprecedented access to the Tour, and the amazing guides this is a trip that will leave you amazed at how no detail is overlooked.

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Josh, Trek Travel Guest

The Trek Travel team, those I worked with before the trip started and the three guides during the trip, did an excellent job making this a trip of a lifetime for me. Organizing was excellent.

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Martin, Trek Travel Guest

If you want to experience the madness that is the Tour de France once in your life, Trek Travel is the way to go. This was my third trip with Trek Travel, and the guides have all been outstanding. I felt that I got an insider's view of the Tour.

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Peter, Trek Travel Guest


Two cyclists hoisting their bikes below the Mont Ventoux sign

Featured Ride

Ascent of Mont Ventoux

Experience Great Ride #21 on our List of Great Global Rides. Nicknamed "The Giant of Provence," this magnificent climb is featured in Stage 16 of this year's Tour de France and takes you up some demanding gradients.

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Dates & Pricing

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  • Private

  • Limited Availability


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Itinerary
Activity Information

Hotels
A room at the Mercure Hotel
The terrace at Mercure Hotel
a room at the mercure hotel
Saint-Lary-Soulan, France
Hotel Mercure Saint-Lary
Luxury

Set in the heart of the Pyrenees, the Mercure Saint-Lary offers a perfect base with easy access to the legendary mountain passes. This charming hotel combines authentic mountain spirit with modern comfort, featuring alpine-inspired rooms and a warm ambiance. With a history of impeccable service, the hotel invites guests to relax in its new on-site Nuxe spa, complete with thermal pools, a sauna, and massage treatments—ideal for unwinding after a day on the bike.

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A room at hotel Château de Mazan
Pool at hotel Château de Mazan
Dinig room at hotel Château de Mazan
An outside nightview of hotel Château de Mazan
A room at hotel Château de Mazan
Mazan, France
Château de Mazan
Explorer

Located in the picturesque town of Mazan, just a short distance from Mont Ventoux, Château de Mazan offers a stylish retreat steeped in history. Originally built in 1720 during the Regency Period, this elegant château was once the residence of the infamous Marquis de Sade, who hosted his first theater festival here. Today, Château de Mazan blends historic grandeur with modern comfort, inviting guests to experience refined hospitality amid lush gardens, elegant rooms, and fine dining, all in the heart of Provence.

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outside of Auberge Edelweiss
A room at Auberge Edelweiss
restaurant at Auberge Edelweiss
Outside terrace of Auberge Edelweiss
cyclestand at Auberge Edelweiss
La Grave, France
Auberge Edelweiss
Explorer

Located along the route between the Col du Lautaret and Alpe d’Huez, the charming Auberge Edelweiss is run by a family passionate about cycling. Accustomed to housing cyclists – even a stage winner or two – this hotel knows how to cater to active travelers and has the appropriate facilities, including a whirlpool and sauna. Additionally, the hotel’s terrace offers the ideal setting to enjoy a cold beverage and spectacular views of the Meije glacier after a great day of cycling.

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Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
New in 2023 Domane SL 7 Road
Trek Domane SL 7

Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is the best on the road. It raises the bar to deliver incredible endurance road bike comfort without sacrificing performance and features highly responsive disc brakes, road-smoothing IsoSpeed technology, and electronic shifting. This new bike is lighter than ever before, and carbon wheels are standard on every Domane SL 7 bike.

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Trek Domane+ SLR bike Road
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

Upgrade your experience on the Domane+ SLR 7. It has everything you love in a road bike, with the extra boost to take you farther than ever before. With an ultra-lightweight design and a whisper quiet electric assist motor, this performance e-road bike will assist you on the climbs and enable you to venture further. So go ahead—take the long way. With Domane+ SLR 7, there’s always room for more distance and more fun!
Upgrade to the Domane+ SLR 7 on this trip for $399 (3-6 day trips) or $599 (7+ day trips). Available in limited quantities. See specific trip dates for available bike options.

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Two cyclist and one rider

Trek Travel Guides

The World’s Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

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Additional Gear
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling socks to keep
  • Lidl-Trek Pro Team Santini cycling kit to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer with pre-loaded routes
  • Bontrager saddle*
  • Bontrager helmet*
  • Choice of Shimano SPD-SL road style pedals, Shimano SPD mountain style pedals, caged, or flat pedals*
  • *For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
A collage of cycling gear guests will use on a Trek Travel Pro Race Bike Tour.

Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • The Trek Travel Race Trip Difference: As Lidl-Trek’s Official Hospitality Partner, Trek Travel will deliver you to the world’s biggest races like you’ve only dreamed, and you can ride a Trek Domane SL 7 Disc bike with us on the very same routes just hours before the pros. Learn about our Race Trip Difference.
  • Our itineraries are created with the best information we have available to us at the time. Unforeseen events can affect the race, the race course, and this itinerary. Access to VIP areas and race viewings can require early morning starts, shuttles and delays in race traffic. The routes, timing, hotels, activities, etc. listed here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides in order to maximize the trip experience.
  • Weather and Packing: The weather is notoriously unpredictable in the mountains. You can experience all seasons in one day so bringing layers is key! Layering is the best way to regulate your body temperature. This tried-and-true strategy is all about slipping layers on and off as your activity level or the weather changes. The key items of clothing to remember are long-fingered gloves, arm warmers, leg warmers, a vest, and a rain jacket for the summit and descent.
  • Dining in France: When it comes to French cuisine, we all know that France is famous for it, but it’s important to keep in mind that service can sometimes be slow. But don’t let that discourage you! This is all part of the experience and it only adds to the charm of dining in France. Take your time, savor each bite, and enjoy the flavors that make French cuisine so amazing!
  • Biking in the mountains during the Tour: We want to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience on this trip, so it’s important to note that the roads we’ll be riding on may be a bit tight and with some race traffic. It is important to stay vigilant while taking in the views of this beautiful region.
  • Join us in Paris! Add on our Paris Viewing package at a special price and experience the final stage with an exclusive VIP viewing event at the Automobile Club of France on the 27th of July, 2025.

Before and After Your Trip

FAQs

Summer in the Pyrenees and Alps can bring warm days, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s °F (18-27ºC) and evenings dropping to the mid-50s to mid-60s (13-18ºC). When traveling in mountainous regions of France, including Mont Ventoux, it's best to be prepared for variable conditions, as the weather can change quickly, and there's always a chance of snow or rain. We recommend packing rain gear and plenty of breathable layers for warmth when temperatures drop. In Provence, summer can be hot, sometimes reaching the 90s (above 32ºC), but it cools off in the evenings and generally has a lower chance of rain. Please note that the region occasionally experiences the Mistral, a famously strong wind that can significantly lower temperatures and add an extra challenge to your ride.

View our Packing List

To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.

*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.

**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, Discover, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Bike trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Discover, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour.

Read our Cancellation Policy

Our Trip Consultants are available to assist and can answer your questions. Please call us at 866-464-8735.

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us. Learn more about our Travel Protection

We've collaborated with a specialized travel agency committed to delivering tailored vacation planning, ensuring your entire Trek Travel journey is nothing short of unforgettable. Learn more about our Travel Services

Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Pro Race trip, we recommend $630-$720 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to the most common questions that don't necessarily pertain to a specific trip. See FAQs


Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Don’t see exactly what you are looking for or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

What is the Difference?

Ultimate Luxury:

Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.

Luxury:

Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.

Explorer:

These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.

Combined:

On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of Explorer and Luxury hotels. Rest assured, no matter which hotel level you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.

Activity Level

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

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).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

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).

Level 3:

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).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discover:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself