Join us for the cycling experience of a lifetime in the French Alps this August and support Croí’s lifesaving work!
Depart Thursday 21st August and return Tuesday 26th August 2025. During the four-day tour you will climb some of the most famous climbs in the Tour de France in a truly unique cycling experience. Flights from Dublin to Lyon. Hotel Accommodation in Le Bourg d’Oisans(adjacent to Alpe d’Huez) for 5 nights. Bring your own bike or bike hire available also (incl. e-bikes, which are a great option to provide an inclusive experience for less experienced riders).
What’s Included?
- Accommodation on Twin room shared basis for Five nights.
- Airport Transfers (Dublin-Lyon Airport on designated flights)
- Custom designed Croí Alpine Challenge Cycling Jersey
- Breakfast each morning
- Picnic lunch every day we are riding
- Welcome meeting with ride and safety information.
- Fully supported rides from support vehicle with fresh water.
- Luggage transfers.
- Bike mechanic with tools and track pump.
- Full GPX files and route profiles.
What’s Not Included?
- Flights –participants will be responsible for booking their own flights directly. Please do not book flights until the tour is fully confirmed.
- Travel to and from Dublin airport
- Travel Insurance –all participants mustarrange travel insurance and provide confirmation of same.
- Evening meals and drinks
- Bike Hire if needed (available at additional cost –2025 rental prices TBC)
- Single Room Supplement -€250 (Limited single rooms available)
Planned Itinerary
Thursday 21st August (Arrival Day):
Flight from Dublin to Lyon:
- Depart Dublin 12:55pm
- Arrive Lyon 4:10pm
Transfer to Le Bourg d’Oisans
Welcome meeting & bike setup
Friday 22nd August (Day 1) :
ALPE D’HUEZ AND THE COL DE SARENNE
Starting and finishing in Bourg d’Oisanswe will be tackling the legendary 21 bends of Alpe d’Huezand then the beautiful Col de Sarenne that sits above Alpe d’Huez.
Saturday 23rd August (Day 2):
PAS DE LA CONFESSION
This ride is a series of climbs that traverses Alpe d’Huezand will be the highlight of your week. Think small impossible roads cut into the side of the mountains. Spectacular views and beautiful descents.
Sunday 24th August (Day 3)
COL DE LA CROIX DE FER
Climbing from our base in Bourg d’Oisans we will tackling the Col de la Croix de Fer taking in the Col du Glandon also.
Monday 25th August (Day 5)
COL DU GALIBIER
Today we will be climbing from our base to the Col du Lautaretand on to the highest point of this tour, the iconic Col du Galibier, at 2642m altitude.
Tuesday 26th August
(Departure Day)
Transfer to Lyon Airport for onward travel to Dublin.
- Depart Lyon: 4:50pm
- Arrive Dublin: 6:05pm
Our Tour Partners
Partners More Than 21 Bends cycling holidays have been riding and organising cycling tours and accommodation from Bourg d’Oisans at the base of Alpe d’Huez since 2008.
More Information & Booking
For more information and pricing, click here to download the PDF information pack, or to request a booking form with all details, terms and conditions, please email christine@croi.ie