Advance Registrations 2026 France Tours
with Sportive Breaks
Our Tour Dates will be confirmed following the route announcement in October 2025
Tour Dates
Sat 4 July to Sun 26 July 2026
PRICE PER PERSON
£125pp pre-registration
Key Features
- Spread your payments - interest free payment plan
- Several Tour Durations
- Stay in key areas near the Tour stages
- Fully supported tour with experienced guides
- Ride some iconic climbs in France
- LIVE Stage viewing on multiple stages
- Air-conditioned coach transport throughout
- Special bike trailer
- Arrival transfer from airport to the first hotel
- Optional Paris extension on arrival and departure
- See the sights, enjoy French cuisine
2026 Grand Tour Experiences
with Sportive Breaks
It is not too late to book for the 2025 event!
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Sportive Breaks offer unforgettable cycling and spectator tours with hotels, transport and daily support all included. Our tours to ride and watch allows you to experience all the key stages of the most important Grand Tour of the year.
Step into the heart of the world’s greatest cycling spectacle with Sportive Breaks in 2026. From iconic mountain passes to thrilling sprint finishes, our tours follow the biggest race on the cycling calendar as it weaves its way through France’s most breath-taking landscapes. Ride sections of the route, cheer on the pros from great viewing spots, and enjoy expert support throughout. Whether you’re chasing bucket-list climbs or soaking up the roadside atmosphere, Sportive Breaks brings you closer to the action than ever before.
While our itinerary enables you the opportunity to see multiple stages of the Tour, it also offers plenty of options for doing our own cycle touring in some of the best regions of France. Non-cyclists are also well catered for with opportunities to visit some iconic places in France.
What's Included?
Accommodation
Well-located hotels near the Tour route and close to the stages
Included meals
Breakfasts and certain evening meals included. Energy products, snacks and drinks available on guided rides
Transfers
Return airport transfers on arrival and departure
Transport
Air-conditioned transport by minibus or touring coach with specialised bike trailer throughout
Guided rides
With support vehicle, mechanical support, snacks and drinks including energy products
Bike Rental will be available at an additional cost
LIVE Stage viewing
On multiple stages
Hosted
Experienced team of driver, mechanic and bike guides
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. We attempt to keep hotel changes and transfers to a minimum.
Who are our tours for?
Cyclists and Spectators
Our tour is suitable for both cyclists of any level and non-cycling spectators. The hotels we stay at are in excellent locations providing world-renowned French cuisine. Our daily guided rides give cyclists the opportunity to ride some of the most beautiful climbs that feature on the race route. We stay in beautiful locations, as well as providing plenty of opportunity for spectators to enjoy time away from the cycling with scheduled visits to local towns and villages.
Example Itinerary - 2025 Pyrenees, Ventoux and Alps Tour
Day One - Bienvenue en France
Date
Location
Our hosts will collect you from Toulouse Blagnac Airport at 10:30am and transport you to your hotel in Toulouse. We will stay here for the next two nights with breakfast included.
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.
This evening our team will hold a welcome meeting at the hotel, followed by an evening free for you to eat out in Toulouse, where there are many superb restaurants nearby.
Daily Highlights
- Arrival at Toulouse Airport or meet at hotel
- Welcome by our Host
- Hotel in Toulouse
Rides
Short 30km ride
Meals
No meals today
Day Two - Toulouse
Date
Location
This morning, we offer a guided ride in the Toulouse area. There is an excellent bike path along the Canal du Midi which we will explore today. This afternoon Toulouse welcomes the French Grand Tour with both a stage start and finish. We expect a sprint finish in Toulouse after a flat 150km stage.
Daily Highlights
- Expert Staff Fully Supported
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in Toulouse
- LIVE watching
Ride
Easy flat ride on the path alongside the Canal du Midi
Meals
Breakfast
GUIDED RIDE
Day Three - Pyrenees
Date
Location
After breakfast we will provide transport to the Pyrenees. We will stay at our next hotel for 3 nights.
We will check into the hotel before preparing for a guided ride which culminates with watching the riders as they attack the highlight of today’s stage which is the climb up to Hautacam.
Dinner will be at the hotel this evening.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel on Half-Board Basis
- Transfer to Pyrenees
Ride
Supported ride in the area
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Four - Pyrenees
Date
Location
After a leisurely breakfast we will propose a guided ride today to explore more local climbs in the stunning Pyrenees. We will ride the Tourmalet from its most iconic side – from Bagneres de Bigorre and back to our hotel.
An evening meal will take place at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in the Pyrenees
Ride
Guided Ride – Tourmalet
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Five - Pyrenees
Date
Location
A Pyrenean Classic stage is on the route today! The start is in Pau and after tackling the Tourmalet, Col d’Aspin and Peyresourde the riders have a summit finish at Superbagneres above Bagneres de Luchon.
We will ride the Port de Bales from Bagneres de Bigorre to our destination of Bagneres de Luchon, where we will watch the next stage today.
Our evening meal will be at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided or self-guided ride options
- Hotel on Half-Board basis
- Live Race Viewing
Ride
Supported ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Six - Transfer to Provence
Date
Location
Today’s stage will see the riders move out of the Pyrenees with a stage from Muret to Carcassonne.
After breakfast we will travel to Provence. We will stay in the pretty town of Vaison La Romaine for the next few nights. On arrival we have time for a guided ride in the area.
In addition our, evening meal will be at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Transport to Provence
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in Vaison La Romaine
Ride
Guided Ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Seven - Provence
Date
Location
After breakfast we will guide the cyclists on a great cycling experience together. All rides will be supported by our bike guides on the road plus we will also provide mechanical support and regular food and drink stops from our support vehicle.
Non-cyclists
Locally in Vaison La Romaine there is a lovely winery where we will enjoy a tour before having some lunch and enjoying some wine tasting!
This evening, we will enjoy the evening meal together at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- First Guided Ride
- Sightseeing
- Grand Tour Rest Day
- Hotel on Half-Board Basis
Ride
Flat warm-up ride followed by Mont Ventoux
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Eight - Provence
Date
Location
Big day today as the riders tackle the stage from Montpellier to Mont Ventoux!
On guided cycling days our team will support you on the road with vehicle support that includes regular stops for drinks and snacks.
Spectators can join us on the tour vehicle, and we will endeavour to get as close to the action as possible. We will drive to the foot of Mont Ventoux and walk to a good vantage point to watch the stage.
We will enjoy the evening meal together at the hotel.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in Vaison La Romaine
Ride
Guided Ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Nine - Alps
Date
Location
We will check out of the hotel and make the journey to the next stop on our tour. No need to pack away your bikes as they will be transported fully assembled.
On the way to the Alps today we will stop in Bollene to see the start of today’s stage.
On arrival in Brides Les Bains, enjoy the hotel pool or have a walk around the town.
We will enjoy the evening meal together at the hotel In Brides Les Bains.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Transfer to the Alps
- Short Guided Ride
- Grand Tour Stage Start
- Hotel on Half-Board Basis
Ride
Early guided ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Ten - Alps
Date
Location
Today we will witness the first of two epic mountain stages that will decide who will arrive victoriously in Paris on the Champs Elysees on Sunday. The riders will ride up from the hotel to the Col de la Loze. Spectators can watch the stage as it comes past Brides Les Bains today.
Our hotel is well-located for stage access for both cyclists and spectators.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in Brides Les Bains
Ride
Guided Ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Eleven - Alps
Date
Location
Today there is the second of two epic mountain stages that will decide who will arrive victoriously in Paris on the Champs Elysees on Sunday.
After a long descent from the Cormet de Roselend the riders hit the valley before commencing the climb to La Plagne. Our guided rides lead us from the hotel up to the finish in La Plagne where we will await the arrival of the riders. Spectators will see the action in Aime La Plagne.
Our hotel is well-located for stage access for both cyclists and spectators.
Daily Highlights
- Fully Supported
- Guided Ride
- LIVE Stage Viewing
- Hotel on Half-Board Basis
Ride
Guided ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Twelve - Alps
Date
Location
After the Grand Tour madness, we will stay an additional day to enjoy this part of the Alps. We offer a guided ride in the area plus the opportunity to relax for another day in this beautiful part of the world.
Our guided ride takes us further up the Tarentaise Valley to Bourg Saint Maurice and the Col du Petit Saint Bernard. The summit lies on the Franco-Italian border. We will drop into the Aoste valley and break for lunch before returning the way we came.
Our final evening meal will take place this evening in Brides Les Bains.
Daily Highlights
- Staff Support
- Guided Ride
- Hotel in Brides Les Bains
Ride
Guided Ride
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner
guided Ride
Day Thirteen - Alps
Date
Location
After breakfast it’s the end of your Grand Tour experience. Our tour finishes on Sunday 27 July with an optional airport transfer back to Geneva Airport.
Paris Extension – Available at additional cost
For those who would like the opportunity to experience the final stage of the 2025 French Grand Tour in Paris we offer a specialised extension. Please note that we will not have staff in Paris so you must make your own arrangements when there. You will catch the TGV from nearby Chambery early in the morning on Sunday, which takes just 3 hours to reach Paris. On arrival check into Hotel Mercure Bibliotheque close to the Gare de Lyon. After checking into the hotel there is plenty of time to get ready and make your own way over to the Champs Elysees.
Daily Highlights
- Airport Transfers
- Staff Support
- Optional Paris Extension
Meals
Breakfast
2026 Cycling and Spectator Tours to the Grand Tours with Sportive Breaks
On a cycling and spectator tour with Sportive Breaks you will not only experience the decisive stages of the 2026 event but you will also get the opportunity to cycle in some of France’s most beautiful areas – the Pyrenees, Provence and the French Alps. The most important Grand Tour of the year has its 113th edition in 2026.
The 2026 edition of the world’s most prestigious cycling race is set to commence in Barcelona, Spain, marking the city’s first time hosting the Grand Départ. This event will also be the third time the race starts in Spain, following previous starts in San Sebastián (1992) and Bilbao (2023).
Confirmed Stages (as of May 2025)
- Stage 1 – Saturday, July 4, 2026: Barcelona > Barcelona (19.7 km, Team Time Trial)
The race kicks off with a 19.7 km team time trial, beginning at the Fórum and tracing the city’s coastline. The route passes iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Família before culminating in a challenging ascent to the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium. Notably, this stage introduces a new timing format: while team times are recorded based on the first rider to finish, individual times will also be logged for general classification purposes.
- Stage 2 – Sunday, July 5, 2026: Tarragona > Barcelona (178.4 km)
Starting in the historic city of Tarragona, this 178.4 km stage follows the scenic Mediterranean coastline, passing through towns like Sitges. The latter part of the route becomes more demanding, featuring climbs through the Ordal and Collserola ranges. The stage concludes with a circuit in Barcelona, including three ascents of Montjuïc, each featuring steep gradients up to 13%.
- Stage 3 – Monday, July 6, 2026: Granollers > (Destination TBA)
The third stage commences in Granollers, a town known for its sporting heritage. While the exact finish location remains unconfirmed, it’s anticipated that the route will lead northward, possibly crossing into France via the Pyrenees.
Additional 2026 Route Insights
While the full route details beyond the initial stages are yet to be announced, reports suggest that the race will traverse various terrains across France. Anticipated highlights include:
- Mountain Stages: Challenging ascents in the Alps and Pyrenees, featuring renowned climbs such as Alpe d’Huez, Col du Galibier, Col d’Aubisque, and Col de Peyresourde
- Time Trials: Two individual time trials are expected—one through the rolling vineyards of Burgundy and another along the Seine River, demanding both precision and power from the riders
- Final Stage: A ceremonial finish in Paris, culminating with a sprint on the iconic Champs-Élysées
The complete route is anticipated to be officially unveiled in October 2025. For the most up-to-date information, you can visit the official race website: letour.fr.
If you’re interested in exploring travel packages or spectator tours for the 2026 race, feel free to ask for more information!
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