CLASSIC COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE

Our Clients’ Reviews

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  WEndy Carney

  CLASSIC COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLING HOLIDAY

  

  Written July 2008

  Fantastic holiday, I havent stopped talking about it, it was more than I expected, the Cols and seeing the Tour De France was amazing.  Well worth the money. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Getting to the top of the Hautecam alive without walking and to see the smiling faces of my fellow cyclists  cheering me on to continue to the stage finish. 

  The public support for the tour was something that I could have never imagined and crowds cheered you on as much as they did the real cyclists, you felt you were really part of it.

   

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Cathy and James (and Margot) were fantastic, their morning briefings were spot on.  The support was appropriate for this trip and their knowledge of the area and the tour was outstanding. 

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  This is a serious cycling trip, you will get so much more out of it if you do some form of training whether cycling or other cardio phys.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Fantastic trip, Marmot Tours were brilliant.  Watch out for the revolving bathroom!!

   

   
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  Gordon Dewar

  CLASSIC COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLING HOLIDAY

  

  Written July 2008

  An extremely enjoyable time, cycling, fantastic scenery & watching the Tour. Made all the more memorable by the great support given by the Tour Organisers James & Kathy. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  Watching the Tour & Climbing the Cols the Riders did gave me an appreciation of just how much suffering & pain they go through. It increased my admiration of them.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  In a word Superb. James & Kathy provided Support at just the right times & allowed everyone to Ride at their own pace & in their own time.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Thie is not a Trip to be taken lightly! Anyone going must be an experienced Cyclist & be able to put up with a lot of suffering. However I thought it worth the effort.

   
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  Helen Russell

  CLASSIC COLS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLING HOLIDAY

  

  Written July 2008

  The holiday was amazing. We got to see the stars of the Tour de France and got to feel like a pro after we had cycled up the cols. 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  The most inspirational moment was getting to the summit of the final Col- the infamous Tourmalet. The view was spectacular and it was so rewarding knowing that we had all achieved something special.

  What did you think of your group leader?

  The group leaders James and Cathy were brilliant. They were able to motivate everyone to get up the Cols and their organisational skills made the holiday run very smoothly.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  You need to be able to ride a road bike for this trip but  I was amazed that so may different types of people achieved their own personal goals throughout the week. Although the trip is in the summer make sure you take some waterproofs and warm clothing for the descents.

  Some people took their own bikes but the hire bikes were of a good quality. I didn't even get one puncture.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  You don't have to be a fan of the Tour de France to enjoy this trip but if you are then it is the best holiday ever! You get so close to the stars and  it is great to cycle on the same roads as the greats of the past and present. The atmosphere is great and it is really motivational to have specators cheer at you whilst you are cycling to the peaks.

   
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  Timothy Butcher

  Excellent cycling on the best part of France

  

  Written September 2007

  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  The scenery and the cycling - stunning

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  What did you think of your group leader?

  james was great - providing support to cyclists of all levels

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  This trip uses simple hotels.   You need to share rooms, so be prepared for snorers and no choice at dinner time.   breakfasts were limited, so always had to purchase food elsewhere before riding out for the day.

  Exodus Response

  In response to this feedback breakfasts are now supplemented with extra cereal and fruit.

  
  

  - Exodus Staff