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Mountain biking Holidays

Mountain biking in France is joy. The French have a multitude of paths criss-crossing all over the countryside, they are well maintained and the great thing for us is that they can be used by mountain bikes without facing the wrath of walkers.

Our base in the Pyrenees is surrounded by some of the best off road biking trails in the world. The variety of trails is also astounding enabling us to offer holidays at different levels from the same base. Our center based week is aimed a people who enjoy biking and want to take on some single track, while our weekend trip is for people who are short of time, love single track and want to make the most of the descents. 

Every year we run a special trip incorporating a couple of days supporting the Tour de France with some quality mountain biking. We also run a point to point holiday traversing the volcanic heartland of France taking on a mix of trails as we go. 

Most of our cycling holidays are one week long, but if you prefer to take a longer vacation then you can combine two trips back to back and we will offer you a £100 discount.

Marmot Tours and staff have 9 years of experience in organizing and running successful mountain biking holidays. We know what makes a good holiday and understand the requirements of our clients. Our attention to detail ensures that you will have the best possible holiday. We have a large number of clients who come back every year - which speaks volumes! Please visit our holiday philosophy or customer feedback pages for further information.

Please Note: The holidays are listed in order of toughness - the easiest being first.
 Mountain Biking in the Pyrenees
  A unforgettable week of mountain biking from the comfort of our private lodge. 
  • Over 1000m of descent per day.
  • Huge variety of trails and Landscape.
  • Vehicle / cable car assistance.
  • Optional challenging climbs.
  • Outstanding mountain views.
  • Chalet with mountain panorama.
  • 5 full days of guided rides.
  • Easy access from UK airports.
     
Cost: £515
Dates:

Sun 1 June - Sun 8 June 2008
Sun 28 Sept - Sun 5 Oct 2008

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 Lakes and Volcanoes of Central France
  Discover this enchanted land on some the the best x-country biking tracks in France. 
  • Off road mountain biking holiday.
  • Suitable for semi-regular riders (not beginners).
  • Cycle solidified lava flows!
  • Comfortable Hotel accommodation.
  • Excellent regional cooking.
  • Moderated daily distances, with optional extras.
  • Relaxed pace with lots of swimming breaks.
Cost: £560
Dates: Mon 9 June - Sun 15 June 2008

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Tour de France Mountain Biking Special
  Support the Tour from the roadside and enjoy 5 days of world class MTB. 
  • Over 1000m of descent per day.
  • Support the tour de France.
  • Vehicle / cable car assistance.
  • Optional challenging climbs.
  • Outstanding mountain views.
  • Chalet with mountain panorama.
  • 6 full days of guided rides.
  • Easy access from UK airports.

 
Cost: £650
Dates: To be announced following Tour de France 2008 dates being published.
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 Long Weekend of mountain biking in the Pyrenees
  An action packed weekend of world class mountain biking with the emphasis on single track and downhill.
  • endless single track descents
  • 2.5 days guided riding
  • easy / cheap access from UK regional airports.
  • 3 nights in chalet with mountain views
  • over 2000m of downhill per day
  • single track / fast forest tracks. 
  • two biking guides (front and rear)
  • vehicle support / transfers up hills
  • variety of scenery.

 
Cost: £260
Dates: Sat 3 May - Tues 6 May 2008
Other dates can be arranged to meet demand
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