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— Day 1: Geneva (Genève)

Arrival in Geneva - Transfer to Anthy

Arrive at Geneva International Airport. We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your
hotel located in Anthy by Lake Geneva. Dinner will also be right by the lake.

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90 km Day 2: Le Grand-Bornand (Rhône-Alpes)

Anthy to Le Grand Bornand

Today’s destination is Le Grand Bornand (in the heart of the Aravis mountain range), home of the
Reblochon cheese (locals' Powerbar!) and where we dine and stay overnight. On our way,
we will ride through the very scenic Chablais region.

The ride includes one major climb: Col de la Colombiere (1,613 m 5,290 ft).

Dinner and accommodations are in Le Grand Bornand.

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52 km Day 3: Albertville (Rhône-Alpes)

Le Grand Bornand – Albertville

We leave the very picturesque Le Grand Bornand and get on the classic “Route des Grandes
Alpes,” a mountain route that links Lake Geneva (Thonon-les-Bains) to the Mediterranean Sea
(Menton). After climbing Col des Aravis (1,486 m or 4,460 ft.), we plunge down to the valley
before attacking the second climb of the day: Col des Saisies (1,657 m or 4,970 ft.).

Gravity will take us down to Albertville, where you’ll dine and stay overnight.

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102 km Day 4: Valloire (Rhône-Alpes)

Albertville – Valloire

Another classic day! We conquer Col de la Madeleine; one of the most mythic and classic
mountain passes featured in the Tour de France. The top culminates at an impressive 2,000 m or
6,000 ft, the highest so far… until tomorrow! The northern side is a very enjoyable, long and
steady climb that has its rewards - an unobstructed panoramic view of the nearby mountains.

Make sure you enjoy it while at the top… sightseeing might be the last thing on your mind when
barreling down the twisty 20-km downhill to the Maurienne Valley.

After a flat section when we reach the base of the valley, we ascend the easy Col du Télégraphe (1,566 m or 4,700 ft.) and reach the beautiful resort of Valloire.Albertville – Valloire (102 km or 64 miles).

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85 km Day 5: Alpe d'Huez (Rhône-Alpes)

Valloire – Alpe d’Huez or Oz-en-Oisans

Valloire is located at the foot of the Galibier pass (2,642 m or 7.926 ft.), the mammoth climb of the
day. Riding this legendary climb is magic: graffiti from past Tours will remind us that this road
has seen many showdowns since it was first used by Tour de France riders in 1911. We're rewarded with stunning views of the Meije glacier and with a memorable 40-km (25 miles) descent to Bourg d’Oisans, before charging up the 13-km (8 miles) climb to Alpe d’Huez. The time to beat: 37’35”, a record held by Marco Pantani since 1995.

Overnight in Alpe d'Huez

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— Day 6: Alpe d'Huez (Rhône-Alpes)

Departure

After breakfast, we depart Alpe d’Huez at the time of our choice. Note that transfers to Grenoble or Geneva can be arranged on request.

High quality road bikes:

Frame: GIANT DEFY Aluminium AluxX SL - Fluid FormTM
• Fork: GIANT DEFY Advanced - Hybrid
• Front derailleur: SHIMANO 105
• Rear Derailleur: SHIMANO 105
• Brakes: SHIMANO 105
• Wheels: Rims MAVIC CXP 22 - 24-spoke frontwheel; 28-spoke rear wheel
• Hubs: FORMULA
• Cassette: SHIMANO 105 12-27
• Crankset: SHIMANO 105 Hollowtech II - 50/39/30
• Stem: GIANT Aluminum - Ø31.8
• Handlebar: GIANT Aluminum - Ø31.8
• Seatpost: GIANT Advanced Composite Technology - Ø30 - 9 - 370mm
• Weight: 8.9 kg

Frame: Scott CR 1 HMF, CR1 Carbon technology
• Fork: Scott Carbon CR1 Pro 1 1/8 " carbon steerer
• Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 FD-5600
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 RD-5600 20 Speed
• Brakes: Shimano 105 BR-5600 Super SLR dual pivot
• Tires: Continental Ultra Race 700*23
• Hubs and spokes: Mavic Aksium Black
• Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-5600 12-25 T
• Crankset: Shimano 105 FC-5600 Hollowtech II 39/53 T
• Stem: Scott Road Team OS 1-1/8"" / four Bolt 31.8 mm
• Handlebars: Scott Road Drop OS Anatomic 31.8 mm
• Seatpost: Ritchey Carbon Pro 31.6mm
• Seat: Scott Road Pro
• Weight: 7,94 kg (17.49 lbs)

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Photos are examples, actual hotel & room may vary.

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Tour Season

June 16th – September 1st 2012

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Tour Dates

• Sat, Jun 16 2012 → Book now!
• Sat, Sep 01 2012 → Book now!