"Alp d'Huez special 2"

July 22nd to July 24th

Our initial Alpe d'Huez special trip has sold-out. Given the large number of inquiries we wanted to setup something similar to be able to honor all the requests we've received. We didn't think it would be quite this good and are very happy to offer the following trip  which features spectacular viewing and access as well as lodging in Alpe d'Huez itself.

Registrations:
All places are on a first come first serve basis and number of reservations is limited. If places are still available when we receive your application along with deposit, you will receive notification of your registration. If the trip is sold out, you will be given the option to be placed on a waiting list or choice of another trip. Waitlist order is on a first come first serve basis as well. Please email us to receive a registration form our complete reservation procedure: info@customgetaways.com

Schleck & Cunego on AdH - 2006

(view from our Chalet)

Alpe d'Huez profile

- July 22nd -

We recommend arriving relatively early as the climb will be very busy with people still trying to park or make their way to the top.

Our hotel for the next 2 evenings is located in Alpe d'huez itself which is where all the teams will be staying in the 23rd!

Being on site is a great advantage as the atmosphere all along the climb and in the resort can simply not be found anywhere else.

The hotel itself is directly overlooking the course; what more could one ask for!?!

- July 23rd -

What a day this promises to be!

Today's stage will finish with the climb to Alpe d'Huez, which is most likely the world's most famous cycling climb. A win on Alpe d'Huez is every cyclist's dream. in addition this is the final "high mountain" stage of the 2008 Tour and two other monuments of cycling - col du Galibier and col de la Croix de Fer - are also featured today. You will be in Alpe d'Huez to witness history in the making.

Given the hotel's location (about 400 yards from the finish line) you will be able to see the entire village being setup to host the stage arrival before making your way back to the hotel which overlooks the course directly. The hotel's private terrace offers an excellent viewing location only a few hundreds yards from the finish line!

The Publicity Caravane will go by your hotel about one hour before the first riders contending for the win do the same!

As mentioned, the hotel is in Alpe d'Huez where all the teams stay!

- July 24th -

The Tour de France exits the Alps today. It does so, leaving from Bourg d'Oisans which is conveniently located at the base of the climb to Alpe d'Huez.

A stop at the start of the race is therefore almost mandatory.

Starts offer great opportunities for pictures and to mingle with the teams and racers warming up (autographs as well?). Tour starts are often a favorite part of our trips as the interaction with the riders/teams is unparalleled.

Optional VIP access includes visit of the incredible Tour Village including the rider's enclosure where you can see you favorite riders warm-up... don't forget your Sharpie!

It's 1:00am the night prior... what are the Dutch up to?

- Detailed tour itinerary

- Pre-departure information detailing the trip, hotels, contact information, what to bring, and other essential info.

- Memories to last of lifetime!