2013 100th Edition Tour de France Bike Tours, Biking Trips, & Bicycle Vacations of a Lifetime

Months To Go	July \| View Dates»
Price (USD)	From $5,599 \| See Pricing»
Start & End	Varies, see trip itinerary
Trip Length	Varies, see trip itinerary
Rider Type	3-4 \| Learn More»
Daily Rides	Options from 40 - 75 miles
Beyond Biking	Ride Pro Race Course, RADIOSHACK LEOPARD TREK Team Access, Live Private Race Viewings
Trip Options	Make It Private or Choose Your Own Date

2013 marks the 100th Edition of the Tour de France. If there was ever a year to watch this amazing cycling event, this is it. Trek Travel once again is an Official Tour Operator with unrivaled access to the race and Pro Team. The 2013 route highlights include the Grand Depart in Corsica, double ascent of Alpe d’Huez, stage finish on Mont Ventoux and a first-ever nighttime finish and celebration on the Champs-Elysee in Paris. It's sure to be an unforgettable experience, book today!

We are now taking reservations for all weeks. These trips consistently sell out so request your space online or give us a call at 866 464 8735 today.

Trip Wow’s

Behind the scenes race access
Exclusive Trek Travel Race viewings
Special team access to RADIOSHACK LEOPARD TREK team (on select trips)
VIP Nighttime Paris viewing location on the Place de la Concorde; full open bar; catered hors d’oeuvres; excellent photo opportunities
Experience firsthand Trek Travel's legendary service and support
Ride all new Trek Domane bikes with Di2 electronic shifting

Tour de France Trip Styles

Pro Team Access Trips
Enjoy on select trips:

Exclusive access to RADIOSHACK LEOPARD TREK team to offer guests unparalleled behind the scenes experiences
Enjoy Q&A sessions and drinks with Team members, managers and support personnel
Visit the Trek Pro Team bus and learn about life during a major race
Quiz team mechanics and pick up some tips and tricks!
Gain insight from the decision makers into team strategy and tactics

Official Tour Operator VIP Race Access Trips
Enjoy on select trips:

VIP Access Passes to Stage start or Stage Finish Village
Guided visits of team areas and technical zones
Access to ride around the Departure Village and across the start or finish line
Visits to Pro Team buses
Ride the last few km of the stage escorted by an Official Race Car
Cross the finish line and have your picture taken on top of the Tour podium!

Exclusive Trek Travel Race Viewing Trips
Enjoy on select trips:

Relax in our exclusive Trek Travel viewing locations - the envy of every spectator!
Hand-picked sites strategically positioned to get you close to the racecourse in warm, dry sheltered restaurants / hotels or event tents strategically located to get you up close to the action
Fully catered meals featuring an array of local delights and cycling friendly food
Unlimited beverages including beer and wine
Big screen, live TV coverage of the race
Fully equipped restrooms and changing facilities
Our Grand Finale Paris viewing location situated behind the security line on the Place de la Concorde, with an open bar, catered meal, Trek Team bikes on display, and Trek members present

Trek Travel Difference

Support & Logistics

Official Tour Operator VIP racecourse access
Dedicated, professional guides/mechanics and a minimum of 1 full equipped support vehicle and private coach transfers
Full logistics crew to support guests on the bike and at our viewing sites providing the best support in the industry
Provision of local energy drinks, bars and other rider friendly snacks
Detailed and fully verified route directions and maps
Downloadable GPS files
We are the race trip experts in the active travel industry
Trip capacity for TDF is 25 guests

Trek Gear
Trek Travel provides the widest selection of high-tech race ready bikes and gear to ensure you have the best and lightest ride.

Use of Trek 5.9 Domane full carbon road bike with Di2 electronic shifting is included in the price of your trip
Optional upgrade to the Trek 6.5 Madone with Di2 electronic shifting or a set of Aeolus Lite Carbon wheels
Optional upgrade to Garmin GPS devices
Our highly trained guides, combined with a broad selection of stems, saddles, seat posts and other equipment ensure your bike is individually fit to you

Week 1 | The Grand Départ
Witness the thrill of the 100th Edition of the Tour de France’s “Grand Départ” on the Mediterranean island of Corsica. Enjoy Trek Travel’s unrivaled support and Official Tour Operator access to the world’s greatest cycling race all the way to the ancient shores of Nice on the French Rivera. Enjoy exclusive behind the scenes Pro Team Access and luxury accommodations for a race experience like no other.

Week 2 | Pyrenees Climbing Experience
Be there as the historic 2013 Tour hits the rugged Pyrenees mountains on a rider’s dream race vacation! Watch first hand as this year’s crop of champion hopefuls grind up the area’s classic climbs and experience them yourself. Ride the famous cols of the Pyrenees like Aubisque and Tourmalet. Trek Travel’s exclusive race viewings and first-class support ensure you won’t miss a thing!

Week 3 | Famous Mountain Stages to Paris Finale
Week three highlights Mont Ventoux and Alpe d’Huez, two of the most famous and celebrated climbs of the Tour. Behold the “Giant of Provence” the legendary Mont Ventoux! Experience every inch of this heart-pounding climb yourself and then watch the Pro’s battle up its slopes right before your eyes. Pick up the 100th edition of the Tour de France in the scenic and majestic Alps and follow the historic race action all the way to Paris. Be there for the epic challenge as the Pros climb Alpe d’Huez twice in one stage and the rumored historic night time race finish in Paris on the Champs-Elysee. See it all unfold live and enjoy avid riding at its best with Trek Travel’s signature support at every turn.

Paris Add On Package
Explore the city of Paris and let Trek Travel take care of the details. Purchase our exciting 3 day, 2 night add on package to enjoy before or after your trip. Learn more

Ultimate VIP Race Experience Trips

Pro Team Access–Behind the Scenes with RADIOSHACK LEOPARD TREK
Official Tour Operator VIP Race Access Passes
Exclusive Trek Travel Race viewings
- See overview tab for more details»

Ultimate VIP Race Experience Trips
Week 1: Trip 1 Jun 28-Jul 3	$7,499 per person $2,000 single occ.	Grand Départ–Corsica to Nice Non-rider friendly
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 3 Jul 15-22	$8,799 per person $3,700 single occ.	Alpe d'Huez to Paris Non-rider friendly
Week 3: Trip 8 Jul 11-17	$5,999 per person $2,400 single occ.	Ventoux and Provence

Offiical Tour Operator VIP Race Access Trips

Official Tour Operator VIP Race Access Passes
Exclusive Trek Travel Race viewings
- See overview tab for more details»

Offiical Tour Operator VIP Race Access Trips
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 5 Jul 16-22	$6,999 per person $1,500 single occ.	Alpe d'Huez to Paris
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 7 Jul 13-22	$9,499 per person $3,900 single occ.	Ventoux and Alpe d'Huez to Paris

Exclusive Trek Travel Race Viewing Trips

Exclusive Trek Travel Race viewings
- See overview tab for more details»

Exclusive Trek Travel Race Viewings
Week 2: Trip 2 Jul 4-9	$5,599 per person $1,500 single occ.	Pyrenees–Tourmalet Mountain Challenge
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 4 Jul 16-22	$5,799 per person $2,000 single occ.	Alpe d'Huez to Paris Mountain Challenge
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 6 Jul 13-22	$7,399 per person $3,000 single occ.	Ventoux to Alpe d'Huez to Paris
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 9 Jul 11-20	$6,799 per person $2,000 single occ.	Tourmalet, Ventoux, and Alps Epic Climbs
Week 3: Trip 10 Jul 16-22	$6,299 per person $2,000 single occ.	Alpe d'Huez to Paris

Tour de France Paris Viewing & Non-Rider Friendly Trips

Perfect trips for both cyclists and non-riders alike
Options to see the night time Grand Finale in Paris
See the Pros from excellent Trek Travel viewing locations

Good Trips for Non-Riders
Week 1: Trip 1 Jun 28-Jul 3	$7,499 per person $2,000 single occ.	Grand Départ-Corsica to Nice
Sold Out! Week 3: Trip 3 Jul 15-22	$8,799 per person $3,700 single occ.	Alpe d'Huez to Paris

Paris Finishing Packages
Jul 19-22	$2,999 per person $950 single occ.	Paris Finishing Package
Jul 21	$500 per person	Paris Viewing
Jul 21-22	$799-$1,299 per person	Paris Friends at the Finish
Jul 20-22	$799-$1,299 per person	Paris Friends at the Finish

All of our hotels are the best in the area and ideally located to maximize your riding. For specific descriptions please consult the individual trip itinerary.

Le Pinarello Hotel | Pinarello, Corsica
At the heart of an unspoiled and protected bay, the hotel is on the beach in the little village of Pinarello. Take advantage of everything southern Corsica has to offer: the sea, the sandy beaches, the maquis and the mountains – all the beauty that lies in Pinarello. Secluded terraces overlooking the beach and the sea will give you the impression of being alone in the world.

Fer a Cheval | Mecheve, France
Centrally located in this stunning mountain town, Fer a Cheval is a perfect place to relax after a long day riding in the Alps.

Grand Hotel Moderne | Lourdes, France
Space, taste and simplicity–that could be the motto of the architect who designed the rooms of the Grand Hotel Moderne in 1896. And it is still accurate today as the hotel offers certainly the most spacious rooms of the City of Mary.

Hotel du Louvre | Paris, France
In the heart of historical Paris, located on a quiet street in a prominent neighborhood, this is a stylish hotel where Oscar Wilde lived in 1899. The hotel’s website has some useful information and links to local activities.

What’s Included in the Trip Price

Nights of accommodations vary per trip, please check the specific trip itinerary for details
Daily breakfast, please check trip itinerary for other meals, and all snacks and drinks for each day
The knowledge, support, and camaraderie of experienced guides
Daily route support
The use of a Trek Domane 5.9 carbon road bike, or Trek Domane 5.9 Women’s Specific Design carbon road bike (limited selection), or Trek 7.6 FX™ hybrid bike
The use of Trek bike helmets and other gear and equipment to make your ride comfortable
Trek Travel water bottles
Private tours
Entrance fees to all group events/activities
All luggage transfers
All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
Comprehensive trip literature and complimentary Trek merchandise
All gratuities for special events, local guides, transfers, hotels, and restaurants
$300 Discount on a 5 or 6 series Trek Domane or Madone, or Project One purchased at your local Trek retailer

Not Included

Airfare to and from the trip
Transportation to the trip pick-up location
Lodging before and after the trip
Gratuities for Trek Travel guides
Personal items purchased during the trip
Some meals are not included in each destination, which allows you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. Your guides are happy to make recommendations should you so desire.

Paris, France Weather Forecast

What is the weather going to be like?
The summer months in the Alps & Pyrenees can bring warm days, ranging from the mid 60s to low 80s, with evenings dropping to the mid 50s to mid 60s. When traveling in the mountains it is best to be prepared for variable conditions as weather can change very quickly. There is always the chance of snow and rain. We recommend always traveling with rain gear as well as breathable layers to provide warmth when the temperature drops.

What are the daily rides like?

Rider Type \| 3-4	Average Daily Mileage \| Varies for each trip
Terrain \| mountainous	Average Daily Elevation \| Varies for each trip

On all of our vacations, Trek Travel strives to find quiet, paved secondary roads or bike paths to experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Tour de France is best suited for our Type 3-4 Riders. Type 4 Riders will enjoy the extra mileage the avid route options offer. The terrain is stunning in the France with views, quiet roads and challenging terrain. We will climb an average of 2-3 major climbs per day. You will be surrounded by the fresh mountain air, wonderful vistas and the landmarks that dot the routes of France’s most famous races. But please bear in mind, this trip has been designed for strong and/or experienced cyclists who are able to ride long and challenging mileage for repeated days. Van support is subject to road closures and race timing determined by the race personnel. See itinerary for specific daily ride distance and elevation options.

What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
The following trips offer non-riding options:

Week 1, Trip 1: Corsica and Nice
Week 3, Trip 3: Race and Team Access
Paris Finishing Package
Friends at the Finish in Paris

How do I train for my trip?
Ride Camps are the perfect way to prepare for your upcoming Tour de France bike trip. All you have to do is Ride, Eat, Sleep, Repeat for 4 or 7 days in stunning locations around the world. For a limited time, book a 2013 Tour de France trip, and get $100 off a Spring Ride Camp of your choice. (No cash value, non transferable.)

We also work with Vision Quest Training to give you that little boost before your Trek Travel bike trip. Vision Quest offers custom training plans that will get you ready to tackle your trip with confidence. The coaches consider the amount of hours you can train per week, what you need to focus on based on your goals and milestones you need to hit in order to achieve them. They develop a detailed write up and training plan just for you!

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

Trip	Dates		Price (USD)
Week 1: Trip 1	Jun 28-Jul 3, 2013	Limited Availability	$7,499 per person \| $2,000 single occ.
Week 2: Trip 2	Jul 4-9, 2013	Limited Availability	$5,599 per person \| $1,500 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 3	Jul 15-22, 2013	Sold Out	$8,799 per person \| $3,700 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 4	Jul 16-22, 2013	Sold Out	$5,799 per person \| $2,000 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 5	Jul 16-22, 2013	Sold Out	$6,999 per person \| $1,500 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 6	Jul 13-22, 2013	Sold Out	$7,399 per person \| $3,000 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 7	Jul 13-22, 2013	Sold Out	$9,499 per person \| $3,900 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 8	Jul 11-17, 2013	Limited Availability	$5,999 per person \| $2,400 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 9	Jul 11-20, 2013	Sold Out	$6,799 per person \| $2,000 single occ.
Week 3: Trip 10	Jul 16-22, 2013	Limited Availability	$6,299 per person \| $2,000 single occ.
Parish Finishing Package	Jul 19-22, 2013	Limited Availability	$2,999 per person \| $950 single occ.
Paris Viewing	Jul 21, 2013	Limited Availability	$500 per person
Paris Friends at the Finish	Jul 21-22, 2013	Limited Availability	$799-$1,299 per person
Paris Friends at the Finish	Jul 20-22, 2013	Limited Availability	$799-$1,299 per person
Paris Add On Package	Per/Post Trip	Limited Availability	$999 per person