MARMOT TOURS LTD NEWSLETTER - No. 11, November 2006. 

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Tour de France 2007: The route has just been announced – join us for a very special holiday.
The Raid Pyrenean

Tour de France 2007: ‘In the Saddle and on the Sidelines’:

Attention all Tour enthusiasts! Don’t be satisfied with watching the UK Tour start this year.  Come to the Pyrenees for some Mountain Stage action!  We have limited places on this fantastic opportunity to ride 2 complete Stages of this year’s Tour de France (14 and 15), plus spectate at the famous Plateau de Beille and the Stage start in Foix. 

Our enthusiasm knows no bounds this year as the Tour passes by our very own doorstep, so we have put together an itinery which will both excite and challenge you.

Spend 6 days in the saddle; cycling stage 14 just ahead of the Tour itself, from Mazamet to the famous Plateau de Beille.  You will pass through beautiful French countryside before reaching the foothills of the Pyrenees.  Here we let the Pro’s catch us up so we can watch them race up the Plateau de Beille to the stage finish.  They overtake us in Foix, where we watch them set off on Stage 15, then following them for a further 2 days cycling from Foix to Loudenvielle.  On average you will cover 80km and 1340m ascent each day. 

Flights for these dates will obviously be like goldust, and the prices will rise quickly.  So, do not hesitate to get in touch with us soon with any queries, and get your bookings in now.  See http://www.marmot-tours.co.uk/summaries/rft.htm for details.

The Raid Pyrenean 2007

How far can you cycle in 100 hours?  Are you up for the challenge of cycling from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean coasts of France, across the backbone of the Pyrenees?  We can make this goal a reality for you, ensuring your only worries need be cycling, eating and sleeping along the way!

This trip is an incredible opportunity to cycle some of the most beautiful areas in France, taking in many of the cols made famous by the Tour de France: the Tourmalet, Peyresourde and Col d’Aubisque, amoungst others.  The physical and mental challenge is created primarily by the fact that the route organisers, back in the 1950’s, decided that the distance should be completed in just over 4 days.

We help as much as we can by providing van support, including moving your baggage between the booked accommodation, helping with mechanical problems, providing water and first aid as needed, as well as giving plenty of general enthusiasm and encouragement along the way.

Although your sense of self-achievement would surely be enough at the completion of this route, you do get a medal and certificate to show off to friends and family.

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