
Legendary Cols
Ride and experience legendary cols such as Col du Juan and Col du Corbier, a must for all cycling enthusiasts at least once in their lifetime.
A tour for ambitious road cyclists longing for summits and hairpin turns. Switzerland is perfection. Join us on this epic Swiss Alps cycling holiday to discover some amazing roads and push your riding to the next level.
SMOOTH ROADS AND SPECTACULAR ALPINE MOUNTAIN PASSES
This Swiss Alps Cycling Grand Climb tour has a lot to offer. Incredibly smooth roads carve through Alpine mountain passes and offer flawless terrain for climbing. With every hairpin bend, discover incredible mountain views, giant glaciers, staggering summits, lakes, pastures and villages.
This 6 day tour crosses Switzerland’s impressive Alps from east to west, starting at Lake Como in Italy and ending on the French shores of Lake Geneva. You’ll cross the main Alpine chain, climb 12 major cols and bask in picture-postcard landscapes.
The cherry on the cake of this tour is the climb up to Grosse Scheidegg. The narrow road winds up under huge rock faces before summiting with a panorama of the big three: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Discover plunging valleys, experience soaring peaks and taste local delicacies on this truly mind-blowing Swiss Alps cycling holiday.
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Ride and experience legendary cols such as Col du Juan and Col du Corbier, a must for all cycling enthusiasts at least once in their lifetime.
Step into the wonderful postcard world of Switzerland’s Alps and pedal through these breath-taking mountains with magnificent vistas of giant glaciers and staggering summits.
Discover the delicious Swiss cuisine and taste fresh, local ingredients at breakfast, picnic lunches on the road and generous dinners to refuel at the end of each day.
Switzerland’s alpine region is a major part of its natural landscape, offering some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Mountain tops reach high into the sky and gorges carve out routes for rivers and lakes, making this an incredible setting for outdoor adventure holidays. Cycle along perfectly smooth roads, tackle epic cols and experience welcoming Swiss hospitality, the perfect recipe for a truly unforgettable experience.
The summer climate is moderate with daytime temperatures ranging from 18-28°C, whilst in winter temperatures can drop to -7 °C. Of course, the higher you climb, the colder it gets.
Switzerland is famous for its Alpine mountains with sharp climbs and challenging terrain, perfect for demanding training. North of the Alps we find the Swiss Plateau with rolling hills and flatlands.
Switzerland is incredibly diverse in language and culture, and the Swiss are known for their friendly and welcoming nature, as well as for their love of outdoor activities.
The grandiose alpine environment of Val Lucomagno is protected due to its extraordinary geological formations and botanical heritage. This valley is nicknamed “the sun valley” because of its orientation and microclimate. There are another two challenging climbs on the agenda for day 2, so make sure you have rested and have your energy gels at the ready!
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Fly in airport options: Milan, Torino, or Bergamo.
When best to arrive: in the evening the day before the tour starts.
Where the tour starts: we meet at 9:00 at Chiavenna townhall.
Transfers: we highly recommend you book optional airport transfers that we offer, this way we can guarantee a seamless and hassle-free travel experience.
Extra nights: we recommend you book an optional extra night in Chiavenna that we offer; the tour starts in the morning and you’ll want to be fresh!
Fly out airport options: Geneva.
When best to depart: in the morning the day after the tour ends.
Where the tour ends: in the afternoon in the town of Thonon-les-Bains.
Transfers: we highly recommend you book optional airport transfers that we offer, this way we can guarantee a seamless and hassle-free travel experience.
Extra nights: we recommend you book an optional extra night near the airport that we offer; the tour ends in the afternoon, packing up and transferring takes time.
5 nights in 2-3* hotels, double room with en-suite facilities (single room available as an extra)
5 breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches, 5 dinners (3 to 4 course menu)
Trip leader in support vehicle, luggage transfers, and tech support throughout the tour
Comprehensive navigation app for smartphones, a detailed digital road book with routes, and GPS tracks
Flights are not included in the tour package. Please follow our advice about which flights will be best suited for this tour. Reach out to us if you have any questions about flights.
We strongly recommend that you obtain a dedicated health insurance that covers your sport activities. Reach out to us if you have questions about the insurance.
It’s not always easy travelling with a bike but fear not, high quality carbon bikes are available for rental for the duration of the tour. To make sure you get the maximum from your bike for your trip, we’ve partnered with some of the best brands in cycling to give you the latest choice of equipment.
With a variety of sizes available, we can ensure your bike fits you perfectly. All rental bikes are mechanically checked and adjusted before each and every hire so you can have peace of mind that your bike will be running smoothly from start to finish!
An Electric Road Bike is also available to rent.
You can select this option when you proceed to checkout.
Fitted to you and in perfect condition
If you’d like a whole room to yourself, that’s no problem. For an extra €120 for the trip duration, you can enjoy the comfort of your own room. Just select this option when you proceed to book your tour.
Transportation for you and your bike from the nearest airport to the start point and back is available to book for €140 (round trip). You can select this option when you proceed to checkout. Contact us if you have any questions.
The tour starts in the morning and ends in the evening, plus airport transfers take time. We recommend that you fly in the day before and fly out the day after to maximise your trip. You can book these two additional nights for €190 when you proceed to checkout.
Don't see the travel dates you want or have a special request, such as adding a non-rider, please contact us.