Sports Tours International Cycling Brochure

ABOUT SPORTS TOURS INTERNATIONAL

Sports Tours International has sent cyclists and cycling fans to the biggest sportives and professional races on the planet for decades. From offering guaranteed race entry and comprehensive rider support, to coordinating prime accommodation and exclusive fan experiences – we take care of every detail.

Experience cycling’s biggest one-day sportives with Team Sports Tours including the infamous cobbles of Paris-Roubaix, legendary climbs of L’Etape du Tour and bucket list challenge of Mallorca 312. And for mountain junkies, our packages to the Maratona and Marmotte are as epic (and tough) as they come.

Sports Tours International is the official premium tour operator to the Tour de France. We take fans to within touching distance of the pro peloton, providing exclusive VIP fan experiences at every stage.

New for 2023, we are delighted to welcome British cycling icon David Millar to the Sports Tours Team. Not only has David been instrumental in shaping our refreshed brand, but has created an exclusive new four-day event – The Authentic Girona Experience with David Millar. We also have extensive experience creating bespoke cycling trips for charities, corporates and even groups of friends. Whatever your dream cycling trip, we can’t wait to make it a reality.

THE AUTHENTIC GIRONA EXPERIENCE WITH DAVID MILLAR

14TH SEPTEMBER 2023:

Join David Millar as the British cycling icon personally shows you the very best of Girona. This highly exclusive four-night trip is limited to 30 riders and samples the finest dining and café stops in the Costa Brava, together with the most spectacular road cycling routes in Europe. From leading rides to hosting dinners and opening the doors to his studio in the heart of Girona Old Town, David will be on hand throughout.

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A FUSION OF CATALAN AND CYCLING CULTURE

AN INTIMATE INSIGHT INTO THE CAREER OF A LEGEND

For more information about The Authenitc Girona Experience or any of our other events, contact us on 0161 703 8161 or email sales@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

WITH DAVID & DISCOVER EUROPE’S NEW CYCLING MECCA

SPORTIVES

Sports Tours International guarantees entry to the biggest European sportives, coordinates prime accommodation and provides onsite support via a team of expert reps. A sportive makes for an excellent cycling goal as you push your limits on astonishing routes and closed roads. For the ultimate bucket list challenge, tackle the high mountain passes of the Etape du Tour, the jaw-dropping Dolomites of the Marmotte, or the punishing ascent of Alpe D’Huez and the end of the Maratona.

ETAPE DU TOUR

JUNE 9TH 2023:

L’Etape du Tour is the official sportive of the Tour de France – it is the biggest and arguably most prestigious amateur event in the world. You’ll ride on closed roads with thousands of other cyclists, taking on the hardest mountain stage of Le Tour.

LA MARMOTTE ALPS

JUNE 25TH 2023:

An event that needs no introduction. The Marmotte is the oldest and most famous event on the sportive calendar featuring a legendary route made up of the hardest climbs in the French Alps. Conquer a staggering 5,000 vertical meters of climbing, culminating with an ascent of Alpe D’Huez.

MARATONA DLES DOLOMITES

JULY 2ND 2023:

The Maratona is widely regarded among the toughest sportives in the world – not for its distance but because of the leg-shredding climbs packed into the route. Push yourself against the spectacular backdrop of the Italian Dolomites, along 138km featuring seven mountain passes.

MALLORCA 312

APRIL 27TH 2024:

Held in one of Europe’s most beautiful cycling destinations, the Mallorca 312 originally included a full lap of the Balearic Island. A recent route change created an even more demanding course – 5,000m of climbing across a 194-mile loop on closed roads. Fortunately, there are two shorter distances to choose from.

HAUTE ROUTE DOLOMITES

AUGUST 29TH 2023:

Immerse yourself in the heart of this legendary mountain range for 5 spectacular days and trace a sensational route through the jagged rock faces and demanding climbs of the region. The race will feature legendary cols, minimal flat sections, and mountain top finishes in the Italian mountains.

HAUTE ROUTE ALPS

AUGUST 20TH 2023:

The Haute Route Alps is known for its legshredding climbs and unrelenting sevenday format. Take on seven timed stages including a mountain time trial on the iconic cols of the French Alps. Our team provides an extra level of support including bespoke accommodation and extra feed stations.

WHERE WILL YOUR NEXT RIDE TAKE YOU?

For more information about any of our events, contact our expert team today on 0161 703 8161 or email sales@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

TOUR DE FRANCE

Sports Tours International is Official Premium Tour Operator for the Tour de France. Every year we take thousands of cycling fans to the biggest race of them all. Our Fan Experiences take you within touching distance of the pro peloton. Dine in the heart of the race village or sip champagne on the Champs Elysees, within meters of the race finish. You can even ride and watch all 21 stages of the race, or for the ultimate front row seat, ride inside a team car or race helicopter.

RIDE AND SPECTATE

JULY 2023:

Cycle on the legendary Tour de France routes hours before the pros and watch the thrilling race up close. Our packages cater to both avid riders and passionate spectators, ensuring and unforgettable journey for all . Tackle the high mountain climbs and witness the electrifying atmosphere as you cheer on your favourite riders.

VIP HOSPITALITY & FAN EXPERIENCES

JULY 2023:

Experience the tour in style at every stage. Whether you want a unique adventure in an official Tour de France car or helicopter, or an opportunity to watch the action live as it unfolds, our VIP packages allow you to get within meters of the best riders in the world.

GRAND DEPART

JUNE 30TH 2023:

The 110th edition of the Tour de France takes place in Bilbao, the largest city in the region. The peloton tackles a tough opening stage with a 185km hilly loop before stage two, a 200km epic finishing in San Sebastian, the gastronomic epicentre of the Basque country. Stage three takes the riders into French Basque Country for an unforgettable Grand Depart.

SPRING CLASSICS

The Spring Classics represent the brutal pinnacle of the sport, but also embodies the excitement about what the new season of cycling will bring. In one long weekend you can ride the sportive course of Paris-Roubaix or the Tour of Flanders before watching the pros do battle on the most demanding terrain in the sport. We coordinate your accommodation, support you in the saddle and provide VIP access for the ultimate view of the race.

PARIS-ROUBAIX

APRIL 6TH 2024:

Take on the Hell of The North! Known as the Queen of the Classics, Paris-Roubaix is the third Monument of the cycling season and arguably the most recognisable event in the sport after the Tour de France. Ride the Sportive on Saturday before watching the pros take on the cobbles on Sunday.

TOUR OF FLANDERS

MARCH 31ST 2024:

Defined by its steep cobbled climbs, the Tour of Flanders is a big course covering a small part of Belgium. Over the years it has developed a reputation as a favourite for spectators and riders alike. Revel in the party atmosphere that accompanies the race as it winds its way through the lanes of Flanders.

SPRING CLASSICS WEEK

MARCH 30TH 2024:

The Spring Classics are as exhilarating to watch as they are gruelling to ride. Take on the sportives for Paris-Roubaix and Flanders then soak up the atmosphere while the pros take on the two biggest classics in cycling. We offer the VIP hospitality options.