Body and Mind Solutions Presents:
Tour De France
For Distinguished Men and Women of Triathlon
What:
On our Tour de France trip, we've assembled some of the most memorable Tour climbs and
combined them with luxury living in the heart of the French Alps. We've hand-picked some of
the best climbs—the favorites in a playground of ascents, switchbacks, and high alpine passes.
Picture this: a leg-burning climb up Annecy's Col de Forclaz, ascending Col du Galibier, and
conquering each of the 21 switchbacks of Alpe d'Huez. You’ll do it. Nothing but classic French,
classic views, and classic climbs of the Tour de France.

For the triathlete, France has everything that you could possibly want - stunning scenery,
quiet roads and a culture that embraces the athlete as part of its character and so welcomes
athletes with respect and enthusiasm. The history of France dates back thousands of years and
is apparent in the variety of things to do and see: From the Gothic cathedrals of the north to the                    
Romanesque churches of the centre and west, the chateaux of the Loire, the Roman monuments
of the south and the Dordogne's prehistoric cave paintings. And of course France is renowned
for its superb cuisine. By travelling under your own steam you will end each day with a tremendous
appetite that you will be able to satisfy without any guilt - you will have earned it!

Who:
This tour caters to cyclists, triathletes and other athletes of all levels.  Register promptly as event directors expect this tour to reach its maximum of 16 athletes
quickly.  Coach per athlete ratio will be 1:3, respectively.

When:
This camp is scheduled for summer, 2005!














Sample Itinerary:
    7:30am-9:00am Breakfast
    9:45am-1:00pm Ride - Length of ride will depend on day and topics scheduled to cover. One day we have a double ride scheduled.
    1:00pm-2:30pm Lunch - Mechanic will be working and making adjustments on bikes, as we eat.
    2:30pm- 5:30pm Swim or Run/Clinics/Massages/Conferences -
    6:00pm-7:30pm Evening Program - Speakers, riders’ discussion on related topics, etc.
    7:45pm-10:00pm Dinner

    Tour Details
    Coming soon!


    Tour Includes:
  • Guide services of 2 multi-lingual tour leaders who are equipped with and trained in the use of first aid equipment, repair kits and cell phones.
  • Mechanic Support - Clean and adjusted bikes every Morning.
  • Hearty breakfasts typical of regional custom, flavor and style.
  • Light lunches on all but the meeting and departure days.
  • Dinners on all days of your tour. Dinners included in the tour price consist of an appetizer, salad, main course, and two non-alcoholic beverages of your
    choice.
  • Gratuities at inns, restaurants and vineyards, local taxes and admittance fees for sightseeing events scheduled during the tour.
  • Transportation for evening dinner trips to local area restaurants.
  • Full Sag Support during rides.
  • Pre-Ride Briefing to discuss the day’s ride goals, terrain and other issues.
  • Post-Ride De-briefing to discuss how goals were met and training ride/terrain issues.
  • Training Ride Profiles
  • Analysis of your Riding Technique and Style.
  • Incredible coaching & beautiful riding!


















FAQs:
  1. What is the average daily mileage? The average daily mileage is about 70+ miles (110km). There will be daily options for riding additional, or fewer, miles.
  2. How should I train? The best way to prepare for a triathlon tour adventure is to get out there and train! However, if for some reason you cannot ride regularly
    or are limited in the amount of riding you can do, it is still important that you engage in another cardiovascular activity — like jogging, walking, swimming, or
    aerobics — that suits your lifestyle. The most important thing to remember is to maintain your level of physical fitness and to get used to being active for
    consecutive days. As you prepare for your trip, try to ride a variety of terrain — some hills and some flat stretches — the kind of terrain that you can expect to
    find on your Classic Climbs biking trip. Since we have the option to ride every day, you should feel comfortable getting back on a bike after having ridden an
    average of about 70+ miles (110km) for several days in a row.
  3. What is included in the price of the trip? Accommodation; most meals; all snacks and drinks for each day’s ride; a social hour each evening; 2 experienced
    travel guides; daily route support; private tours and tastings; entrance fees to all group and individual events; all luggage transfers; all transportation during
    the trip (including private coaches); comprehensive trip literature; all gratuities for special events, local guides, transfers, hotels, and restaurants.
  4. What isn’t included? Airfare to and from the trip; lodging before and after the trip; and incidentals along the way.
  5. What travel documents will I need? All travelers are required to have a valid passport. Please make 2 copies of your passport, visa, and personal
    identification before you depart. Keep one set of copies with you in a separate location from your travel documents, and leave the other set of copies with a
    contact at home before you depart. For information on obtaining a passport, or replacing an outdated, lost, or stolen passport, contact the U.S. State
    Department. For information on obtaining a current driver’s license or state identification card, contact your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles.
  6. What is the weather going to be like?  The summer months in the Alps can bring warm days, ranging from the mid 60s to low 80s, with evenings dropping
    to the mid 50s to mid 60s. When traveling in the Alps it is best to be prepared for variable conditions as weather can change very quickly. There is always the
    chance of snow and rain. We recommend always traveling with raingear as well as breathable layers to provide warmth when the temperature drops.
  7. What kind of food will I be eating?  The Haute-Savoie offers something for any palate. The surrounding lakes provide several varieties of fresh fish as well
    as the regional specialty, Arctic Char, found exclusively in France and Switzerland’s mountain lakes.  Game, beef, lamb, pork and poultry are all prepared
    with robust flavor and rich sauces. Salamis and other dried meats perfectly compliment the regions cheeses, Beaufort, Tomme de Savoie and Reblochon.
    White wines are the only produced in the Haute-Savoie, but wines from any region of France are widely available.  Street corner Boulangeries provide fresh
    baked breads and an array of pizzas, fruit tartes, croissants, cookies and local goodies. Travelers should have minimal problems with vegetarian diets in
    France and our guides will make every effort to ensure that your dietary needs will be met. Please inform a trip consultant of your dietary needs before you
    depart for your trip.
  8. Where do we meet on the first day of the trip? Your guides will meet you on the first day of your trip at the Annecy train station at 10:30am.
  9. Where does the trip end?  A shuttle will deliver you to the Grenoble train station, arriving approximately 11:30am, in time for morning departures to Geneva,
    Paris, or any other destination of your choice. For all train travel, feel free to confirm train times on the posted timetable at France’s rail site, www.sncf.com.
  10. How do I go about making my travel arrangements? For more information on making your travel arrangements, you may Body and Mind Solutions. A trip
    consultant will put you in contact with a travel agent who can assist you with your travel needs. We recommend flying directly into Geneva. All of the major U.S.
    airlines and Swiss International Airlines offer service from major U.S. cities to Geneva. You may also fly into Paris and take the high-speed TGV train directly
    to Annecy (approximately 4 hours).  From Geneva, many trains depart daily for Annecy (travel time is approximately 1 hour). You may also take a train the
    morning of the trip start. Please consult www.sncf.com or speak with your travel agent for current train times.
  11. What should I pack?  Please download our travel essentials checklist for help.

What's Not Included
  • Air fare and transportation to our meeting and departure points.
  • Guide tips are a common gesture of appreciation for the commitment of your guide to your well-being and enjoyment. Our guests typically express their level
    of satisfaction with a gratuity that averages US$75-100 per guide.
  • Accommodation on the night of the last day of your tour (many guests depart home immediately or choose to travel on to other destinations).
  • Alcoholic beverages in the context of lunches or dinners are at the discretion of our clients.
  • Daypack (27-35 liters or 1,700 - 2,200 cubic inches) with comfortable shoulder straps and back padding (hip belt not necessary). This pack should be
    broken in before joining us.
  • Bicycle shoes / helmets. These rather personal items present hygiene / safety issues and their custom-fit should definitely be tested ahead of your trip
    departure.
  • Bikes.  BYOB=Bring your own bike!
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