Arrival in Lourdes by train and then shuttle bus transfer to the accommodation in Argeles. You will have an orientation meeting with bike delivery and review of the cycling and route book materials, performed by our professional guide Alain. Free time is yours to visit this charming spa & resort town. Dinner included tonight. (D)

 

A 13kms (8.1miles) long climb of about 8% brings you up to 1.520m (4.560 feet), a popular ski resort – total distance from the hotel: 32 km; leaving some time back in Lourdes to visit, or go on for additional riding. (B,D) Add on rides include Col de l'Aubisque (7.5% avg) & Soulor (8% avg) +60km roundtrip

 

Arididen is "hors categorie" as is the Tourmalet, and it is on this mountain that Lance Armstrong was accidentally pulled over on his bike to surge back and take the stage. 62 km. (B,D) Another ride option is to the Gavarnie on the Spanish border. + 60km

 

Today you will climb the popular long side from Luz to the summit of the Tourmalet - total distance from the hotel and back from the summit: 67km. It is possible to descent to La Mongie and return back up, or descend down by Bagnere de Bigorre for a very long day of cycling. (100km) (B,D).



Departure after breakfast – on your own; train to Toulouse suggested.

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