Classic Climbs of the Alps

Enjoy epic climbs, thrilling descents and exquisite, ever-changing scenery. The Alps form the bedrock of cycling history, home to iconic mountains where the world’s best cyclists have become household names. Start the ride on the shores of Lake Annecy. Make your own slice of history on the slopes of the Semnoz, the Madeleine, the Croix du Fer, the Glandon, the Telegraph and the Galibier as you ride south to finish in style at the summit of Alpe d’Huez.

Share the tour with our expert Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders, experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling, who’ll help keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime. Their knowledge of the routes and region are an incredible aset to this tour, so ask them anything!

Stay in fantastic locations along the route, such as Les Trésoms Spa and Lake Resort in Lake Annecy, Le Beausoleil in La Toussuire and Hotel Grandes Rousses in Alpe d’Huez. Start each day with a breakfast buffet at the hotel to fuel up for an epic day of riding, then enjoy a time-efficient lunch served by the support team and stay energised all day with ride nutrition from the support vehicle. This is an all-inclusive, fully supported tour, so all you have to think about is enjoying your ride!