The Race to the Sun
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Sun 16 March 2025
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'In the heart of the race' experienced by Team Visma | Lease a Bike
at stage 8 of The Race to the Sun
This annual 8 day stage race held in France has the nickname ‘The race to the sun’ due to the starts in a typically cold, wintery Paris and finishes in the spring sun of Nice. It is the first stage race of the year and often draws GC riders who may target a Grand Tour later in the year. Enjoy stage 8, the final stage of the 2025 race with Team Visma | Lease a Bike. Last years winner was Matteo Jorgenson.
Enjoy the final stage as a guest of one of the best pro cycling team’s in the world. This is the most immersive experience that there is. Only available with Sportive Breaks, discover our exclusive programme of VIP packages for a unique cycling experience. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at Team Visma | Lease a Bike and our unparalleled hospitality.
Book your VIP package now and experience the race as a VIP guest! We offer a 2 night package with 2 nights’ accommodation or an experience only package without hotels and meals.
To get a full lowdown on what to expect from a Team Visma | Lease a Bike experience, read our review on the experience here.
The 2025 edition will take place from Sunday 9th March until Sunday 16th March. This experience takes place on Sunday 16 March. Be warned, places are very limited!
Spread your payments: Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking. We offer the option to pay in the following currencies; £, €, US$, AU$, DKK, SEK & NOK.
Hotel for two nights: Stay at a conveniently located hotel in Nice and close to the all the action. We also offer an experience only package without accommodation
Everything taken care of: Enjoy a fully planned and hosted programme as a guest of Team Visma | Lease a Bike.
Drive on the race route on race day: Drive on the race route in a TVL vehicle and be part of the support crew. TV Screens with live race coverage on board as well as drinks and snacks.
Meet the Team: Hosted by the team you will be part of the team’s bid to win the stage and the GC. Visit the team bus before the race, drive in a TVL branded vehicle on the route hosted by the team, assist at team feed stops and much more!
What's Included?
Official Team Visma | Lease a Bike experience
The official ‘in the heart of the race’ experience with Team Visma | Lease a Bike
Accommodation
Hotel in Nice for 2 nights. We also offer an experience only package without accommodation
Meals included
All breakfasts and evening meals
Pro Race Spectating
You can’t get closer than this. Drive in an official team vehicle on the course and be part of the support team for the day
Hospitality included
Start Village, Team Bus Area, full day on the Paris-Nice final stage route on race day
Meet the Team
Meet the TVL team. The riders, the coaches, the soigneurs, the mechanics and the drivers
Transfer
Airport transfers available on request and at a supplement.
Itinerary
Day To Day
Travel to the hotel
Please make your own arrangements to arrive at the hotel today, where our friendly team will be available to greet you upon arrival.
Airport Transfer
If you plan to fly then we offer airport transfers for you and your luggage, from Nice Airport today. Airport transfers are available at extra cost and are on request by contacting our team via [email protected]
Our hotel
We are staying at a conveniently located hotel that is close to the start of tomorrow’s stage. Your stay will be for 2 nights and this will be on a half-board basis with breakfasts and evening meals included.
This afternoon and early evening, your Team Visma | Lease a Bike host is available for you at the hotel. During the evening meal we will provide a briefing on the exciting experience ahead, as well as offering you the opportunity to meet and greet the riders and support team. Your host will run you through what to expect from the race day tomorrow.
After breakfast at the hotel your race day experience starts. Today is the final stage of this 8 day stage race. You will spend the day as a guest of the team in an official TVL minibus equipped with route map and interior TV screens so we can watch the race live during the day.
On our way to the stage start we will visit the hotel where the team are staying. Here one of the team directors will give you the inside track on the team’s race tactics for the day. After this we make our way to the start location where we will visit the team bus and meet the riders as they prepare for the day ahead. There may even be time for a stroopwafel and a coffee. We will then visit the Start Village and the team paddock before setting off for the day.
You will spend the day with us in an official black and yellow TVL minibus equipped with food, drinks and interior TV screens so we can watch the stage live during the day*. You will drive on the course of the stage on closed roads and be a proper part of the support team. You will experience the race at various locations.
During the day we will be handing out wheels and water bottles during the race. We will also stop for a lunch break.
We head to the finish area to catch the finale of the race**. Hopefully we can join in with the team celebrations. After the race comes to a close we take you back to the hotel. We will have our evening meal and a drink together.
To get a full lowdown of the Team Visma | Lease a Bike packages, read our review on the experiences.
*Please note that reception may be affected in certain regions which may affect transmission quality throughout the day.
**Please note that the race finish may not always be seen live due to how the race has developed and road closures.
Age Limit: No children under 12 years old. For children between 12 and 16, please be aware that the experience is a long, all day experience with a lot of travelling. Please make sure they are aware of this before booking.
After breakfast we offer an optional airport transfer back to Nice Airport. This transfer is available at an additional cost and can be requested by contacting Sportive Breaks – [email protected]
This morning please meet us at our hotel in Nice to meet your hosts and other guests. Today is the final stage of this 8 day stage race. You will spend the day as a guest of the team in an official TVL minibus equipped with route map and interior TV screens so we can watch the race live during the day.
On our way to the stage start we will visit the hotel where the team are staying. Here one of the team directors will give you the inside track on the team’s race tactics for the day. After this we make our way to the start location where we will visit the team bus and meet the riders as they prepare for the day ahead. There may even be time for a stroopwafel and a coffee. We will then visit the Start Village and the team paddock before setting off for the day.
You will spend the day with us in an official black and yellow TVL minibus equipped with food, drinks and interior TV screens so we can watch the stage live during the day*. You will drive on the course of the stage on closed roads and be a proper part of the support team. You will experience the race at various locations.
During the day we will be handing out wheels and water bottles during the race. We will also stop for a lunch break.
We head to the finish area to catch the finale of the race**. Hopefully we can join in with the team celebrations. After the race comes to a close we take you back to the hotel where we began the day. This is the end to your race day experience with Team Visma | Lease a Bike at Paris – Nice.
To get a full lowdown of the Team Visma | Lease a Bike packages, read our review on the experiences.
*Please note that reception may be affected in certain regions which may affect transmission quality throughout the day.
**Please note that the race finish may not always be seen live due to how the race has developed and road closures.
Age Limit: No children under 12 years old. For children between 12 and 16, please be aware that the experience is a long, all day experience with a lot of travelling. Please make sure they are aware of this before booking.
Packages and Prices
Price for 2 night ‘In the heart of the race’ experience
- £1399 per person based on on sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double room (one bed)
- £200 supplement per person for single occupancy of a room
What’s Included:
- Two night’s hotel stay based on sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double (one bed) room*
- Daily breakfasts and evening meals
- The official Team Visma | Lease a Bike ‘in the heart of the race’ experience. More information in the itinerary
- Lunch and snacks throughout the day
- The services of our local team
- ABTA protected
Also available:
- Single rooms
- Airport transfers
- Other transfers – from the local train station for example are available on request by contacting us –[email protected]
*The night before and after the race
Price for ‘In the heart of the race’ experience only
- £699 per person
What’s Included:
- The official Team Visma | Lease a Bike ‘in the heart of the race’ experience. More information in the itinerary
- Lunch and snacks throughout the day
- The services of our local team
Also available:
- Airport transfers
- Other transfers – from the local train station for example are available on request by contacting us –[email protected]
Age Limit: No children under 12 years old. For children between 12 and 16, please be aware that the experience is a long, all day experience with a lot of travelling. Please make sure they are aware of this before booking.
Team Visma | Lease a Bike ‘in the Heart of the Race’ VIP experiences
Ahead of Race Day we will communicate the day’s itinerary and the start and finish locations.
The day begins with our Team Visma | Lease a Bike host who will meet you to begin your race day experience. You host will be an ex-pro rider who will offer professional insights into the race. The first stop is a visit to the team hotel where one of the team Directors will share the team’s race strategy with you for the day.
After visiting the team hotel, we set off for the start area where you will visit the Team Bus to see how a World Tour Cycling Team prepare for a race day. From there you visit the start village for the team presentations and rider sign on. Now it’s time for the race to get underway.
You will be in an official Team Visma | Lease a Bike vehicle with full race accreditation for access to the race course. The vehicle is equipped with a map of the official race route and live TV coverage. During the day you will stop at multiple points on the roadside and have a chance to hand out bottles to the riders as they come past. During the day we will stop for lunch along with having snacks and drinks available throughout the day.
We aim to arrive at the finish in time to see it live but we can’t guarantee this as it depends on how the race plays out on the day. Once the race and podium ceremonies are over the full race day experience with Team Visma | Lease a Bike draws to a close. Your host will take you to the end point.
Please note that each itinerary is different depending on the race or stage. Please read the itinerary to view the specific logistics and itinerary for your chosen package
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Age Limit: No children under 12 years old. For children between 12 and 16, please be aware that the experience is a long, all day experience with a lot of travelling. Please make sure they are aware of this before booking.
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Logistics covered
We know the routes, we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organise everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional feed stops, rep support and more.
