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2011 One Day Experiences

July 2nd through July 24th, 2011

 We often get inquiries regarding special access on one or two stages. Until recently we've regretfully had to decline as this type of feature was restricted to our group trips only.

We can now offer great viewing options and opportunities not available anywhere else. From VIP access sto stage starts (including rider's enclosure), VIP stage finish, a full day on Course, VIP access to finish line in Alpe d'Huez, Grand Stands in Paris, or even HELICOPTER FLY OVER of the race which also contains a full day on course on closed roads - we can help!

This access is very restricted and is best used in combination with some of the hotel room allotments we have located in convenient areas and where we can pick-up drop-off from or as part of a Custom Trip.

 

Please CONTACT US to discuss each situation, stage details or your particular wishes/restrictions.

 

 

 

VIP Stage Starts:

As the Tour de France travels, a village is setup at the start location of each stage. This is where the sponsors/partners setup, local products are offered and celebrities make daily appearances. This is also where the team buses line-up within a gated area. Your passes will allow you to enter both the village and rider's enclosure. Make sure you have a camera and Sharpie pen on hand as this is without a doubt the best place to get autographs!

 

During Time trials, riders spend quite a bit of time warming up in the enclosed area you will have access and are present over a much longer time period.

 
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VIP Stage Finish:

In similar fashion to the stage start, the Tour de France sets up a limited number of areas located on course within the final portion of the stage. Access is reserved to race celebrities, partners and guests of the pro-teams. Typically these areas are about 50m-75m (yards) of the finish line. There is catering, several TV screens as well as a view of the Jumbo-tron and also elevated viewing. Champagne is served daily after the race arrival to celebrate.

There are a few - rare instances where, for technical reasons the VIP areas can not be setup this close to the arrival and it is therefore moved back slightly.

On some stage finishes it will be required to coordinate some form of transportation to gain access to the stage finish location (mountain top finishes are such examples). Contact us so we may discuss the particulars on a case by case basis.

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Helicopter fly-over and full day on course:

THIS IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS!!! By far the favorite TDF experience of the lucky few who are able to take part in it!

This is a full day of great action. Our vehicle is allowed on course on closed roads and will leave about 30mn before the peloton. You will get the same view of the roads lined with spectators as the pros will just behind you.

We will mingle with the craziness of the caravan and be able to pass all the vehicle floats while people cheer on the side of the road.
We will then drop you off at a specific location where you will see the Caravan and race go by - a helicopter will then take you up for a 20mn flyover of the peloton.

It will then be time to meet back up with the vehicle and driver and you will be driven the rest of the way to the finish, following the same itinerary as the team vehicles. This extraordinary experience includes lunch and a Tour de France gift.

 

 

 
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Fantasy Days on course

With helicopter; These days include a VIP start + VIP finish and VIP Day on course as described above. The access can be split over several days. For example; do a VIP Day on course+VIP finish one day and the next, see the stage start.

Available on all stages

 

Without Helicopter; These days include a VIP start + VIP finish and VIP Day on course as described above without the helicopter element.

Available on the 3 stages ending an HC mountain finish: Luz Ardiden, Galibier, Alpe d'Huez
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Follow a Team / Rider (Time Trials):

These amazing days are only available on the 2 time trials of the 2011 Tour de France:

1- on July 3rd during the Team Time Trial

2- on July 23rd in Grenoble for the individual time trial

 

A total of only 8 lucky people will be able to take part!

 

We will meet you at a given time just outside the start location. It will then be time to board our official Tour de France vehicle with race credentials.

The pro-rider is at the top of the ramp; 5, 4, 3, 2, 1... go! The crowds cheer him on and our vehicle follows him with his team car.

We will follow him, taking amazing pictures or film.

We will then stop at a pre-determined location on the course and you will board a helicopter for a 20mn birds-eye-view of the the time trial.

You will then meet back up with our driver and finish the course following another rider finishing his individual exercise!

Once at the finish, you will enjoy seeing the rest of the time trial from the catered VIP finish location!

What a day and what an experience!!!

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Alpe d'Huez finish line access:

July 22nd, 2011

We have a very limited number of passes to a very restricted area directly overlooking the finish line.

While the access itself isn't plush or catered to, the location is as good as it gets (see pictures from 2008).

 

Cost is 250 euros per person.

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Paris Champs Elysees Hospitality/Seating:

July 24th, 2011

We can provide a range of VIP options on the Champs Elysees, for you to witness the final stage of the Tour de France and the pageantry that accompanies it. Options range from more traditional Grandstand seats to Luxurious packages with hospitality, catering, and best seats in the house!

 

See descriptions of the various options here (.pdf):

Grand Palais: from $325

Elysees: from $425

Triomphe: from $615 SOLD OUT

     

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Our private viewing locations:

Stages, locations and costs TBD

- July 22nd; on Alpe d'Huez

- July 23rd; during the final time trial in Grenoble

 

See pictures of our private viewing locations here
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Pricing

 

Stage Date Start / Finish Dist. in km Start Village VIP Finish Helicopter fantasy w/ helico fantasy w/o helico Follow a rider/team      (time trial)
1 2-Jul-11 Passage du Gois > Mt des Alouettes 191 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
2 3-Jul-11 Les Essarts > Les Essarts 23 375 € 400 € 700 €     1,100 €
3 4-Jul-11 Olonne-sur-Mer > Redon 198 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
4 5-Jul-11 Lorient > Mûr-de-Bretagne 172 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
5 6-Jul-11 Carhaix > Cap Fréhel 158 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
6 7-Jul-11 Dinan > Lisieux 226 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
7 8-Jul-11 Le Mans > Châteauroux 215 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
8 9-Jul-11 Aigurande > Super-Besse Sancy 190 325 € 400 € 600 € 1,193 €    
9 10-Jul-11 Issoire > Saint-Flour 208 350 € 400 € 600 € 1,215 €    
  11-Jul-11 REST DAY 1              
10 12-Jul-11 Aurillac > Carmaux 161 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
11 13-Jul-11 Blaye-les-Mines > Lavaur 168 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
12 14-Jul-11 Cugnaux > Luz-Ardiden 209 350 € 425 € 625 € 1,260 € 900 €  
13 15-Jul-11 Pau > Lourdes 156 350 € 400 € 600 € 1,215 €    
14 16-Jul-11 Saint-Gaudens > Plateau de Beille 168 375 € 425 € 625 € 1,283 €    
15 17-Jul-11 Limoux > Montpellier 187 325 € 365 € 550 € 1,116 €    
  18-Jul-11 REST DAY 2              
16 19-Jul-11 Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux > Gap 163 350 € 400 € 600 € 1,215 €    
17 20-Jul-11 Gap > Pinerolo 179 350 € 425 € 625 € 1,260 €    
18 21-Jul-11 Pinerolo > Galibier 189 450 € 600 € 750 € 1,620 € 1,250 €  
19 22-Jul-11 Modane > Alpe-d’Huez 109 450 € 600 € 750 € 1,620 € 1,250 €  
20 23-Jul-11 Grenoble > Grenoble 41 450 € 385 € 750 €     1,200 €
21 24-Jul-11 Créteil > Paris Champs-Élysées 160 100 € 500 €   540 €    

  • Access in blue must be booked in combination with other hotel nights or other access

  • Prices are quoted in euros and may be paid in USD or Euros.

  • VIP Finish in Paris includes access to the team buses location

 

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