Haute Route Alps

2018 Haute Route Alps

First stage on August 26, 2018

Duration: 7 Days Distance: 900km

Rider support and travel packages with entry, the best staff in the business and hotels in the best places for the 2018 Haute Route Alps are now available. Event dates are 26th August to 1st September 2018 and the Start Village opens on Saturday 25th August. Live like a pro rider for a week and ride 900 of the hardest yet most enjoyable kilometres of your life in 7 consecutive stages. In 2017, riders conquered over 22,000m of climbing across almost 900km of riding on the way from Nice to Geneva.

DETAILS
The 2018 Haute Route Alps starts in Megeve on Sunday 26th August and finishes in Nice on Saturday 1st September.

The concept of the Haute Route Alps is: 7 consecutive timed stages (including one ‘Marathon Stage’ and one individual time-trial), maximum number of legendary cols, minimal flat sections, mountain top finishes where possible, maximum length timed sections, individual timing and all climbs timed.

PRICES:

£1,649 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.
Supplement for the single occupancy of a room is £499

Extra hotel night before the event in Megeve or after the event in Nice on B&B

1 night in Megeve 24/08 – £95 per person if sharing a room and £165 per person for a single room
2 nights in Megeve 23/08 and 24/08 – £195 per person if sharing a room and £335 per person for a single room
3 nights in Megeve 22/08, 23/08, 24/08 – £290 per person if sharing a room and £500 per person for a single room
1 night in Nice 02/09 – £75 per person if sharing a room and £135 per person for a single room

Please email us for detail of extra hotel nights and early/late transfers.

Transfers

On arrival Megeve is about 1hr30mins from Geneva airport. If you arrive earlier than our standard package dates then we will provide airport transfers from Geneva to Megeve for those who have booked extra night’s accommodation through us at set times:
- 22 August – departure at 16.00 from Geneva airport
- 23 August – departures at 11.00 and 16.00 from Geneva airport
- 24 August – departures at 11.00 and 16.00 from Geneva airport
On 25 August we will provide one airport transfer at 14.00 to ensure we get to Megeve on time to register for the event.

Entry fee to the 2018 Haute Route:

£1,450 per entry
What’s included with the entry? click here

Included in your travel packages is:
- 8 nights accommodation at various well placed hotels
- Daily breakfasts
- 6 of the nights have the evening meal at the hotel included
- Nightly bike storage at all hotels
- Airport transfers
- Transport after the finish or to the start if required
- Transport of luggage between the stages
- Transport of non-riding friends or partners between stages
- Sports Tours staff support during each stage and in the evenings
- A Sports Tours International cycling jersey made by Santini – More information
Also available with our travel packages is:
- The Haute Route entry plus all extras that this includes (Please view www.hauteroute.org for details) – this is payable at time of booking and is included in your deposit
- Travel Insurance – highly recommended. Please visit our insurance page
- To take part in the 2018 Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within the last year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification
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Haute Route Alps: Megève – Nice (787KM, 20,650M+)

Stage 1: Megève – Megève (111KM, 2,900M+)

Cols: Aravis 1,487M / Colombière 1,618M / Romme 1,291M / Domancy 790M / Côte 2000 1,495M

Stage 2: Megève – Col du Télégraphe (157KM, 3,650M+)

Cols: Saisies 1,660M / Madeleine 2,000M / Télégraphe 1,566M

Stage 3: Valloire – Les 2 Alpes (107KM, 3,750M+)

Cols: Galibier 2,642M / Sarenne 1,999M / Les 2 Alpes 1,652M

Stage 4: Les 2 Alpes – Saint-Véran (111KM, 3,250M+),h4>

Cols: Lautaret 2,058M / Izoard 2,360M / Saint-Véran 2,030M

Stage 5: TT Guillestre – Risoul (14KM, 900M+)

Col: Risoul 1,865M

Stage 6: Risoul – Auron (112KM, 3,200M+)

Cols: Vars 2,109M / Bonette 2,715M / Auron 1,691M

Stage 7: Auron – Nice (175KM, 3,000M+)

Cols: Couillole 1,678M / St Raphaël 876M / Vence 963M

Why book 2018 Haute Route with us?

Sports Tours International have been involved with the Haute Route from the very beginning. We know how to support our athletes during this physically and mentally demanding event. Our support package lets you fully focus on the job at hand.
- Airport transfers and 6 evening meals are included
- You will know in advance what hotels you are staying at. All hotels are in ideal locations and of excellent standard
- Our experienced reps and pro mechanic will be on hand throughout the event to support you and we will go to all race briefings for you and give you personal daily briefings so you can stay at the hotel to recover
- We transport your luggage daily and we will transport you and your bike to and from the finish and start if required
- We provide daily private feed and support stops en route
- We provide airport transfers and transport for non-riding partners who book through us
What was the 2017 Haute Route Alps like? READ JIM’S BLOG HERE

All this with Haute Route Pro support to emulate the Pro Cyclist experience as much as is possible for an amateur cyclist. To download more information: official website: www.hauteroute.org
Check out a great article from the Guardian that takes a closer look into the Haute Route highs and heartbreak – what motivates cyclists on tough rides? Read more here
TESTIMONIALS

"Out of this world"

All of the staff on the trip were first class, and the whole experience would not have been the same without the Sports Tours Team!
I knew I was going to be something special, but the whole week was out of this world. Again, if it wasn't for your team and your dedicated feed stations etc it would have been a lot more to think about both on, and off the bike!

Robert - September 9, 2017

"Very professionally run"

Well organised event. Worth coming such a long way for. Thought it was very professionally run.
The Sports Tours support team were a credit to the company, my wife saw them helping people not from our group. They were great at including my wife, as the only non rider, in their plans each day. We've made friends that we're likely to keep contact with.

Patrick - September 8, 2017

"Couldn't ask for more"

I honestly don't think the guys could have done more, except pedals the bikes for us. I really appreciated all that Roy, Darrel, David and Carlos did for us. Couldn't ask for more!

Ian - September 8, 2017

"Outstanding"

The team could not have been more helpful to ensure everyone was looked after - fantastic job.
Roy had everything planned down to a tee with and excellent team - thumbs up.
The thought on supplementing the Haute Route was outstanding. From the food available at the feed stops (spuds and pizza - great job) to the overall care and attention from the team to allow us to focus on riding the Haute Route was really appreciated. It is great to have a team that gets satisfaction out of helping us get through the event and this shone through.

Roy - September 8, 2017

"Happy to help"

I'd like to say that Roy, Darrel, Dave and Carlos were excellent. I was riding to perform and they were happy to help me but doing feeds on the go etc. They certainly made the process so much smoother than it could have been and certainly a reason why we will book with Sports Tours again.

Rod - September 8, 2017

"Haute Route Alps 2017!"

I have just returned last night from last week's Haute Route Alps 2017 with Sports Tours International.

I just want to let you know what an amazing time I had throughout the whole event both on and off the bike!

I cannot praise your team enough out there who made sure we got the best help each and every day on the event.

I hope after last weeks amazing experience that I can hopeully return again soon and take on another leg of the Haute Route, and without any doubt it would be through Sports Tours.

Please pass on my regards to everyone involved with my trip, and especially the lads over in France who were flawless in their assistance!

Keep up the good work!

Robert - August 29, 2017

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

Great EXPERIENCE with all the time sports tour and my bests friends Rogerio, Ventura and Bodini.
Big Hug and see you soon.

Ricardo - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

I would registered my congrats words to all of you guys which support and give your best service during our trip in HR Iron - Pyrenees and Alps 2016!!

It was a wonderful time and experience been with Daryl, Daniel, David and all others that will be in our memories.

From helping us to fixed a broken gear to support and share confidence and encourage us to finished the day, or, even offer a delicious sandwich, chocolate, water on the summit (best day time – believe).

The kindness and great feeling, humor, mood and atmosphere was unforgettable!!

I would like to express my gratitude to all Sports Tour Team and thank you all guys!!

Be sure you have friends here in Brazil waiting you guys whenever and whatever you need and we are waiting a visit.

I speak in my name Ventura and for sure on behalf of all the HR Iron’s Guys - Rogerio, Ricardo and Roberto.

Best Regards and hope to see you soon guys.

Ventura - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Alps 2016"

Dear Sports Tours International

I just wanted to say thank-you to the support your team provided me and my friends during our participation in the Haute Route Alps 2016.

Especially I would like to make personal mention of the support provided by Daryl, Ed and Carlos.

Daryl was a supportive leader, calming throughout with kind words of advice. Ed provided encouragement to keep going when the going got tough. I think he is partially why I didn't give up. I am grateful for the conversations over breakfast with Carlos when the day ahead weighed heavily on my mind.

They felt like the additional members of our team, Team Skyve.

Thanks again and sincerest regards.

Raju - September 29, 2016

"Haute Route Alps 2014"

Dear Haute Route Alps team,
My wife Debbie and I would like to pass on our huge thanks to Roy (Pearson I think), one of your team who was working for STI at Haute Route Alps 2014. Due to his support and kindness in the most horrendous weather conditions on the descent from Col du Madeleine, I was able to get my front tyre and tube replaced and remain in front of the broom wagon for the remainder of the race – although it was a close run thing on that day. My wife was not so lucky, crashing out on the same descent, breaking her bike frame and helmet but not, fortunately, herself. She was unable to continue the race, however, and went to hospital. Roy very kindly ensured that what remained of the bike was transported back to the race village. We are both extremely grateful to him and his support – even though we were not travelling with Sports Tours International!

We have signed up for your newsletter and will hope to travel with Sports Tours International to participate in the Haute Route Alps 2015. Thanks to Roy, you will have two new loyal customers in the future.

Tauny - September 3, 2014

"Haute Route Alps 2015"

Hi,
Just thought I'd drop a quick email to say how well your crew did at the Haute Route Alps, having known them from previous trips I'd done with Sports Tours (and I hope to do a few more in the future) they were their normal friendly selves but where they really impressed was on Stage 6 when they realised that people were seriously struggling in the heat on the last climb (a friend collapsed with heat
stroke) they grabbed some water from the feed at the top and set of down the mountain to hand it out to struggling riders.
This made a huge difference to those riders I spoke too who were both grateful for the help and impressed with going beyond the norm to make sure everyone had a good day and showed great support to the whole Haute Route experience as well as a big boost to the impression of the Sports Tours brand by everyone on the ride as word spread quickly.

Simon - September 1, 2015

"Haute Route Alps 2015"

I trust you are well, I just wanted to give you some feedback on your staff that looked after us at this year’s Haute Route Alps. All the staff were really friendly and would stop at nothing to make sure the experience no matter how painful was enjoyable and went without a hitch. During the trip I had to think of very little other than riding the bike which is exactly what I had wanted. It became clear early on that I was one of the weaker riders and would struggle on some of the days but your guys gave me great encouragement and I had a crack at each day completing 4 in the timeframe. On one occasion your guys were kind enough to save deliver me personally to the finish after a tricky 129Km’s..

I cannot speak highly enough of them so please do pass on my thanks..

Jason - September 11, 2015

"Haute Route Alps 2016"

I did the Haute Route Alps with your team last August and I'd like to thank you for the experience and for the support.

All the staff was wonderful, but I'd like to thank specially Carlos and Darrel for the dedication, professionalism and friendship during the week. It certainly helped a lot. Carlos, you could see that he really loved what he was doing.

Guilherme - October 15, 2016
ITINERARY
Wednesday 22 August, 2018 – Optional early arrival day

If you book your extra nights through us, we will provide transfers from Geneva airport at set times today. We will offer 1 transfer this afternoon at 16.00 to Megeve.

Early nights are available at the hotel Au Coin du Feu in Megeve on a bed and breakfast basis.

Thursday 23rd August, 2018 – Optional early arrival day

If you book your extra nights through us, we will provide transfers from Geneva airport at set times today. We will offer 2 airport transfers today with 1 departing Geneva airport at 11.00 and another this afternoon at 16.00 to Megeve.

Early nights are available at the hotel Au Coin du Feu in Megeve on a bed and breakfast basis.

Friday 24th of August 2018 – Optional early arrival day

If you book your extra nights through us, we will provide transfers from Geneva airport at set times today. We will offer 2 airport transfers today with 1 departing Geneva airport at 11.00 and another this afternoon at 16.00 to Megeve.

Early nights are available at the hotel Au Coin du Feu in Megeve on a bed and breakfast basis.

Saturday 25th of August 2018

The event village will be in Megeve and this is where we will be in place to welcome the 2018 Haute Route Alps riders. Please arrive early enough today to give you enough time to register and be fully prepared for the first stage on Sunday. We will run one transfer from Geneva airport, leaving at 14:00.

You will receive among other things:
- 1 complete set of Haute Route cycling kit
- Haute Route travel bag with wheels, transported from start to finish
- 1 Haute Route back pack
- Mechanical support from Mavic both at each race village and along the route (not for repairing punctures)
- A personalised frame plate and 2 sets of race numbers
- Pit stops and refreshment breaks (solid, liquid, energy products) during each stage
- A hot meal at the finish of each stage
This evening there is a Pasta Party provided by the Haute Route. This evening we will organise a race briefing and you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow riders.

Sunday 26th of August: Stage 1: Megève – Megève (111KM, 2,900M+)

Like every day your hotel will have an early breakfast before you roll out to the start of today’s stage.

As with every stage, we will provide support alongside the Haute Route feed stations.

Evening meal at the hotel in Megeve tonight.

Monday 27th of August: Stage 2: Megève – Col du Télégraphe (157KM, 3,650M+)

Like every day your hotel will have an early breakfast before you roll out to the start of today’s stage. Where stages finish in a different town, we will transport your luggage to the next hotel.

Tonight we will enjoy a well-earned evening meal together. We will be there to help you with any mechanical issues or any other advice or support.

We are staying in Valloire tonight

Tuesday 28th of August – Stage 3: Valloire – Les 2 Alpes (107KM, 3,750M+)

Like every day your hotel will have an early breakfast before you roll out to the start of the day’s stage and your luggage will be transported ahead of you to the next hotel whilst you ride. We will provide you with additional assistance during the stage.

Tonight we will enjoy a well-earned evening meal together. We will be there to help you with any mechanical issues or any other advice or support.

We are staying in Les 2 Alpes tonight

Wednesday 29th of August: Stage 4: Les 2 Alpes – Saint-Véran (111KM, 3,250M+)

Tonight we will enjoy a well-earned evening meal together. We will be there to help you with any mechanical issues or any other advice or support.

We are staying in Guillestre tonight

Thursday 30th of August: Stage 5: TT Guillestre – Risoul (14KM, 900M+)

There is always an Individual Time Trial in the middle of the week. This is 14km of constant climbing, and it’s up to you whether you want to go all out today or take it at a steadier pace with 2 more days to come.

Tonight we will enjoy a well-earned evening meal together. We will be there to help you with any mechanical issues or any other advice or support.

We will stay a second night in Guillestre

Friday 31st of August: Stage 6: Risoul – Auron (112KM, 3,200M+)

Like every day your hotel will have an early breakfast before you roll out to the start of the day’s stage and your luggage will be transported ahead of you to the next hotel whilst you ride. We will provide you with additional assistance during the stage.

Tonight we will enjoy a well-earned evening meal together. We will be there to help you with any mechanical issues or any other advice or support.

We will stay in Isola 2000 this evening

Saturday 1st of September: Stage 7: Auron – Nice (175KM, 3,000M+)

You will be elated that you have completed the challenge of a lifetime. Tonight we will be in Nice.

After today’s stage there will be a closing party, your chance to celebrate your achievements with the other hundreds of riders from around the world.

We will stay in Nice tonight

Sunday 2nd of September

We will run transfers to Nice airport today. Please book flights departing after 10:00.
HOTELS & PRICING

Novotel Nice

Perfectly located 10 minutes from the old town, flower market, sea and the Promenade des Anglais. Relax on our outstanding terrace, or in our panoramic swimming pool....

Hotel Au Coin du Feu in Megeve

At only a few minutes away from the centre of Megève, this elegant hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere. The Au Coin du Feu Hotel offers an authentic chalet-style setting...

Hotel Les Barnieres in Guillestre

On the edge of the town of Guillestre, between the Izoard and Vars mountain passes, Hotel Les Barnieres offers a special place for leisure and relaxation, in the middle of the...

Hotel Chalet St Georges Megeve

This 4-star high-end hotel in a charming, antiques-filled chalet is a 5-minute walk from Casino Barrière de Megève. The rooms feature country decor and classic artworks mixi...

Haute Route Alps Hotels

Novotel Nice

Perfectly located 10 min from the old town, flower market, sea and the Promenade des Anglais. Opposite the Nice Acropolis Convention Center, our hotel offers free WiFi and five meeting rooms. Relax on our outstanding terrace, in our panoramic swimming pool or at one of the many spas facing the hotel. Taste the restaurant’s selection of organic dishes.

Hotel Price

Please email us separately if you wish to book an additional night at the start or end of the Haute Route Alps.

Haute Route Alps Hotels

Hotel Au Coin du Feu in Megeve

At only a few minutes away from the centre of Megève, this elegant hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere. The Au Coin du Feu Hotel offers an authentic chalet-style setting and tastefully decorated rooms with mountain view. All the rooms are elegantly furnished and equipped with modern amenities. You can enjoy fine dining in the hotel’s restaurant or enjoy a snack on the outdoor terrace. There is also a bar/lounge that is perfect for relaxing with friends over a drink. There is also a relaxation area with a full range of facilities including a treatment room, sauna, hammam and fitness centre.

Your stay here will include breakfast and evening meals.

Hotel Price

Please email us separately if you wish to book an additional night at the start or end of the Haute Route Alps.

Haute Route Alps Hotels

Hotel Les Barnieres in Guillestre

The 3-star Hotel Barnieres is located near the centre of Guillestre. Les Barnieres has an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court and a terrace with panoramic mountain views. It also has a bar and an on-site restaurant.

All of the rooms at Hotel Restaurant Les Barnieres have mountain views and a flat-screen TV. Each room also includes a private bathroom with a bath. A buffet breakfast with hot drinks, jams, ham and cereals is served daily in the communal lounge. The hotel’s restaurant offers traditional dishes from the region for lunch and dinner. Free Wi-Fi is provided in public areas.

Hotel Price

This is the third hotel we will stay in on our tour. We will stay her for 3 nights.

Haute Route Alps Hotels

Hotel Chalet St Georges Megeve

This 4-star high-end hotel in a charming, antiques-filled chalet is a 5-minute walk from Casino Barrière de Megève. The rooms feature country decor and classic artworks mixing with alpine-style furnishings. They have free WiFi and satellite TV. Some have balconies. Most rooms have wood-panelled walls. There are 2 cozy lounges, including 1 with a fireplace, with games and books. A simple spa offers a sauna and massages at an additional cost.

You will stay here on bed and breakfast basis

Hotel Price

3 nights

Room with 2 single beds

£509 per person

Room with double bed used by a couple

£509 per person

Room with double bed used as single room

£199 supplement per person
IMPORTANT INFO

How to Book

Click on the Book Now at the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip. Please look here for our full booking conditions

Medical certificate

To take part in the 2017 Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within the last year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification.

Single travellers and twin to share

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another rider (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.

General, visa, passport and health information

For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports. General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Click here for the latest travel advice for France, and click here for useful ‘know before you go’ information also from the FCO. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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Please email us separately if you wish to book an additional night at the start or end of the Haute Route Alps.

Please email us separately if you wish to book an additional night at the start or end of the Haute Route Alps.

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