Alpe d'Huez Tour Experience
Spend 6 nights in Le Bourg d’Oisans. Explore the area and witness the two Alpe d’Huez stages
Tour Dates
Monday 20th July - Sunday 26th July
PRICE PER PERSON
£125pp pre-registration
Key Features
- Spread your payments - interest free payment plan
- Choice of payment currencies
- This tour directly follows on from our Etape du Tour de France weekend
- 6 night tour with the option of one-night Paris extension
- Perfect valley location in Bourg d'Oisans. No need to get up and down L'Alpe d'Huez every day
- Fully supported tour with experienced local guides
- Conquer famous climbs such as L'Alpe d'Huez, Col de Sarenne, Col d'Ornon, Col du Galibier
- LIVE Stage viewing on Stage 18, 19 and 20
- Airport transfer from/to Geneva or Lyon
- Bike Rental Available
2026 Grand Tour Alpe d'Huez Experience
with Sportive Breaks
Stay in Le Bourg d’Oisans at the bottom of Alpe d’Huez in the centre of all the action for the final three mountain stages in the Alps. Our tour starts on Monday 20 July directly after the Sportive Breaks 2026 Etape du Tour de France weekend. The Etape du Tour allows amateur riders to ride Stage 20 of the 2026 Tour de France on closed roads under race conditions just like the riders of the peloton days later.
Enjoy two days of guided rides on Tuesday and Wednesday where you will explore this fabulous cycling mecca by bike. Our valley location allows us to access great climbs directly from our hotel such as the Col du Galibier, Alpe d’Huez, Col de Sarenne and many more. On Thursday we will see Stage 18 mid-stage on the route and on Friday and Saturday Alpe d’Huez features with two back to back stage finishes. You cannot be in a better location.
Stay six nights at Hotel Oberland in Bourg d’Oisans with breakfasts and dinners included. Daily guided rides are fully supported with our local ride hosts, support vehicle and energy products. Bike rental and airport transfers from Geneva airport are also available.
What's Included?
Accommodation
Well-located hotel in Bourg d’Oisans in the valley near Alpe d’Huez
Included meals
Breakfasts and evening meals included.
Guided Rides
With support vehicle, mechanical support, snacks and drinks including energy products
In-Resort Transport
To and from the stages where required.
LIVE Stage viewing
On Stages 18, 19 and 20 includes the two Alpe d’Huez stages
Hosted
Experienced team of driver, mechanic and bike guides
Bike Rental
Available for the duration of your tour with Sportive Breaks. Available at a supplement
Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers available at a supplement
Tour Dynamic
Daily Rides
We offer a guided ride each day, with our bike guides on the road with you. We also have a support vehicle with driver who is equipped as a mechanic. We will either transport everyone to a location from where we will start the daily rides, or we will ride straight out from the hotel. We offer vehicle support for the riders, and spectators will be transported to the day’s tourist venue or to a vantage point to watch the race.
Transportation
On days where we move on to another hotel, we will transport luggage, bike boxes and bikes and offer an adapted itinerary depending on the day’s logistics.
Spectators
Riders and spectators may have a different itinerary daily but are reunited to enjoy the race watching experiences together. This tour is best suited to cyclists due to the access not always being easy with vehicles.
Prices
3* Hotel Oberland on half board basis
- From £1799 per person based on two people sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double room (1 double bed)
- From £2149 per person based on single occupancy of a room
What’s included:
- 6 nights at 3* Hotel Oberland in Le Bourg d’Oisans
- Hotel taxes
- Half board so breakfasts and dinners are included
- Choice of room options from singles, twin, double
- Mechanic support available during your stay
- Fully supported guided rides with snacks and AMACX products included
- In-resort transport as per the itinerary
- We welcome all nationalities, and solo travellers are made welcome
Also Available at additional cost:
- Group airport transfers from Geneva airport at set times on Monday and Sunday
- Private airport transfers on request
- Bike rental
Airport Transfers
We offer group airport transfers from Geneva airport at set times. If you require a private transfer, please contact us to book.
Bike Rental
Bike rental is available for the duration of the tour. Choose between Shimano Ultegra or Di2 105. More information here
Extend your stay
Join us the weekend before this tour on our 2026 Etape du Tour de France weekend. Ride Stage 20 of the 2026 Tour de France on closed roads supported by Sportive Breaks Click here to find out more.
Itinerary - 2026 Alpe d'Huez Tour Experience Week
Day One - Bienvenue au Bourg d'Oisans
Date
Location
If you were with us for our Etape du Tour weekend we will help transport you to your hotel in Bourg d’Oisans. If you wish to join us today then please contact us for options for airport transfers from Geneva or Lyon airport.
On arrival our hosts will assist you with building your bike after travel. We offer a short guided ride in the local area to ensure all bikes are in good working order. Rental bikes will also be available and fitted by our mechanic today.
Hotel Oberland is located at the entrance of Bourg d’Oisans, at the foot of Alpe d’Huez with the 21 hairpin bends made famous by the Tour de France. The hotel has a secure bicycle garage which is ideal for storing, maintaining and cleaning your bikes. A laundry service is available on site at extra charge.
This evening our team will hold a welcome meeting at the hotel, followed by an evening meal at the hotel restaurant.
Daily Highlights
- Arrival in Bourg d'Oisans
- Welcome by our Hosts
- Hotel Oberland in Bourg d'Oisans
- Airport Transfers from Lyon or Geneva
- Transport from Alpe d'Huez after the Etape du Tour
Rides
Rest day | short ride
Meals
Evening Meal
Day Two - Guided Ride Romanche Valley
Date
Location
This morning after breakfast and final preparations of your bike, we offer a guided ride in the the valley. Bourg d’Oisans is located in the Romanche Valley on the road connecting Grenoble to the Southern Alps. Our valley location allows us to ride on the flat roads in the valley without always relying on transport to get up and down the big climbs in the area, of which there are plenty!
As many in our group will be taking it easy after their herculean effort on Sunday during the Etape du Tour we will keep it easy today. More strenuous efforts are available for those who want to push themselves on one of the nearby climbs.
The pros will be riding a time trial in Thonon les Bains so you will be back at the hotel in time to watch this. Evening meal at the restaurant this evening.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride with vehicle support
- Hotel Oberland in Bourg d'Oisans
- Watch the Tour stage on TV
Ride
Easy flat ride in the Romanche valley
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
GUIDED RIDE
Day Three - Guided Ride to Alpe d'Huez
Date
Location
After breakfast get ready for the big one. We are riding Alpe d’Huez this morning straight from the hotel. After a short warm up in the valley we will tackle the 21 hairpin bends. After a break in Alpe d’Huez we will descend back to le Bourg d’Oisans. After lunch we propose another guided ride for those who are interested. Stage 17 which is a sprint stage between Chambery and Voiron near Grenoble will be shown on TV at the hotel.
We gather for pre-dinner drinks in the bar and the evening meal together at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel Oberland in Bourg d'Oisans
Ride
Supported ride in the area
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Four - Stage 18 - Voiron to Orcieres-Merlette
Date
Location
The TDF is coming into range today with a stage between Voiron near Grenoble and Orciere-Merlette close to Gap in the Southern Alps. From our base in Bourg we will cycle the 50 kilometres to intercept the stage and watch it by the road side near the village of Corps. Make use of our transport or cycle back after we’ve seen the stage.
Evening meal at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride to Corps
- Hotel Oberland in Bourg d'Oisans
Ride
Supported Ride to watch LIVE action
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Five - Stage 19 - Gap to Alpe d'Huez
Date
Location
After breakfast we offer a short guided ride. The entire area will be absolutely buzzing with activity today. It will be extremely busy everywhere and the roads up to the climb will close early. People park their camper vans up to a week before to get a good spot.
Today’s stage starts in Gap in the southern Alps and finishes on the famous 21 hairpin bends of Alpe d’Huez. From our hotel in Alpe d’Huez is just a short walk to the bottom of the Alpe d’Huez climb. We will find a great vantage point today to watch the stage from the road side. Evening meal at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided or self-guided ride options
- Hotel in Bourg d'Oisans / Alpe d'Huez
- Live Race Viewing
Ride
Supported ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Six - Bourg d'Oisans to Alpe d'Huez
Date
Location
We are in the start town today. This is an incredible experience to see the race from this close up. This evening we have our final evening meal at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel Oberland in Bourg d'Oisans
Ride
Guided Ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Seven
Date
Location
Departure day – transfer to Lyon or GVA airport – or Lyon airport TGV to get train to Paris
Daily Highlights
- Sightseeing
Ride
No Ride Today
Meals
Breakfast
The Final Week in the Alps
The final week in the Alps culminates with three mountain stages. Stage 18 on Thursday sees a high-altitude Alpine finish at Orcières-Merlette near Gap. From our base in Le Bourg d’Oisans we will be in reach of the stage. Stage 19 on Friday is a 128km stage from Gap to Alpe d’Huez using its traditional ascent. This is the first of a double ascent of Alpe d’Huez, a Tour rarity last seen in 1979. Stage 20 takes place between Le Bourg d’Oisans and Alpe d’Huez allowing us to see the start and the finish climb. Climbs included are Col de la Croix de Fer, Col du Galibier, and the Col de Sarenne before the final ascent.
On Sunday we will offer you the option to go to Paris for one night and see the final stage on the Champs Elysees.
Stage 18 – Thursday, July 23: Mountain Stage Voiron to Orcières-Merlette
The first of the Alpine tests, ending with a summit finish at Orcières-Merlette near Gap. A historic climb, it will set the tone for the GC battle and will start to reveal who has the legs for the final showdown.
Stage 19 – Friday, July 24: Gap to Alpe d’Huez via Col d’Ornon
A short but intense stage featuring the Col d’Ornon and the iconic Alpe d’Huez. The 21 hairpin bends will be a battleground for climbers and a spectacle for fans.
Stage 20 – Saturday, July 25: Queen Stage with 5,600m Elevation Gain
The most brutal stage of the race and also the stage chosen to eb the 2026 Etape du Tour on Sunday 19 July. Riders face the Col de la Croix de Fer, Col du Télégraphe, Col du Galibier, and a final ascent via Col de Sarenne to Alpe d’Huez. This stage will be decisive for the general classification.
Stage 21 – Sunday, July 26: Paris Finale with Montmartre Climbs
Instead of the traditional Champs-Élysées sprint, the finale features three ascents of Rue Lepic in Montmartre. The cobbled climb adds drama and flair, with the race concluding beneath the Arc de Triomphe.
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