TOUR DE FRANCE - Grand Tours Project

Join us for the world’s biggest Grand Tour and ride with us on our leisure "Experience" Tours, or tackle the full "Ride Every Kilometre" challenge like a pro on this magnificent route across France! Grand Tours Project is a seasoned tour operator, dedicated to delivering memorable tours that cater to cyclists of all levels

Tour de France 2026

We’re preparing for another exciting adventure on French roads. The journey begins with the Grand Départ in Barcelona and its spectacular Team Time Trial, followed by a thrilling ride into the high Pyrenees with climbs like Col d’Aspin and Tourmalet. From Bordeaux through the Massif Central and into the Vosges, each stage offers a mix of flat, hilly, and mountainous terrain. Week 3 brings the decisive Alps stages, including a dramatic ITT by Lake Geneva and a brutal Queen Stage with Croix de Fer, Galibier, and a historic finish on Col de Sarenne before Alpe d’Huez — ending with a celebratory finale in Paris.

Be among the first to secure your place on our 2026 Tour de France tours – the perfect cycling holiday to share with friends, conquer legendary stages, and enjoy the magic of the race up close.

"Experience" Tours

Our "Experience" tours are designed to let you ride the best 50–70/80 km on the same route, just hours ahead of the pros. Be part of the race, experience the passionate crowds, and cheer on the pros. Grand Tours Project typically splits the race into three week-long tours, plus a Grand Depart tour, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the Tour de France experience at different stages of the event.

Tour de France Experience

Tour de France 2026: Grand Départ “Experience” – Barcelona

02 Jul 2026 - 07 Jul 2026

Tour de France Experience

Tour de France 2026: “Experience” – Pyrenees Escape

06 Jul 2026 - 10 Jul 2026

Tour de France Experience

Tour de France 2026: “Experience” – Bordeaux & Central France Escape

09 Jul 2026 - 13 Jul 2026

Tour de France Experience

Tour de France 2026: “Experience” – ALPE D’HUEZ ESCAPE

23 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Tour de France Experience

Tour de France 2026: Week 3 “Experience” – French Alps & Paris

20 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

"Ride Every Kilometre" Tours

As it says, ride on the same route, just 24 hours ahead of the pros. Suitable only for advanced cyclists capable of long back-to-back days. If you are looking for a challenging tour, the "Ride Every Kilometre" tours are for you. This tour is as close as amateur cyclists can get to being a pro rider in a Grand Tour. Push your limits on this challenging tour and ride one week, two weeks or all 21 stages of the race. We’ll handle all the logistics, including accommodation, meals, and transfers, so you can focus on the ride. With expert guides and drivers, you’ll be fully supported every step of the way. Ride like a pro with the GTP support van nearby, stocked with drinks, nutrition, spare clothing, and ready to provide mechanical and moral support whenever needed. To book a "Ride Every Kilometre" Tour in France, contact us to receive the full itinerary.

Tour de France REK

Tour de France 2026: Grand Départ & Week 1 “Ride Every Kilometre” – Catalunya & Pyrenees

02 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Tour de France REK

Tour de France 2026: Week 2 “Ride Every Kilometre” – Massif Central & Northern Alps Heights

12 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Tour de France REK

Tour de France 2026: Week 3 “Ride Every Kilometre” – Alpe d’Huez, French Alps & Paris

19 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

Tour de France REK

Tour de France 2026: All 21 Stages “Ride Every Kilometre” – The Ultimate Cycling Challenge

02 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

Spectator only Escapes

See, feel, and experience the Tour de France as a non-riding VIP spectator on any of the 21 stages with the TDF Hospitality experiences, including start and finish line access, and the extra option to follow the peloton in a car or even by helicopter (available for some stages). If you prefer a more structured trip around the key stages, we also offer the Tour de France Spectator Escapes, specially designed to give you the best of the race experience.

Spectator Experience

Tour de France 2026: Spectator Only – Barcelona Escape

03 Jul 2026 - 06 Jul 2026

Spectator Experience

Tour de France 2026: Spectator Only – Plateau de Solaison Escape

18 Jul 2026 - 20 Jul 2026

Spectator Experience

Tour de France 2026: Spectator Only – Alps Escape

23 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
23 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

Spectator Experience

Tour de France 2026: Spectator Only – Paris Escape

25 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2026

VIP Hospitality Experiences

Spectator Experience

Tour de France 2026: VIP Spectator Experiences

04 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

April Galda Riding Every Kilometre of The Tour De France, 2024

April

Tour de France: "Experience" - Pyrenees Escape, 2025

Grand Tours Project is a don’t miss!! The entire team went above and beyond to provide the experience of a lifetime. We are a husband and wife team who participated in the Pyrenees Escape; I as a spectator and my husband as a rider. As a spectator companion, I was included in the riding group and afforded the luxury of following them in the team van, getting great pictures and video, and providing support with drinks/snacks. There was never a dull
moment, the scenery spectacular, and the access to/amenities provided in Le Tour Villages top notch. The best part of this experience was the people. Our group included individuals from around the globe. The camaraderie was instant and we forged relationships that will last a lifetime. Bravo, GTP… well done!

Denise and Kevin

Tour de France: Mont Ventoux Spectator Escape, 2025

The Mont Ventoux Spectator Tour was a once in a life time experience & was made extra special by everyone at Grand Tours Project
They took care of us so well, communication & hospitality was very good. Our guides were clearly enthusiastic about the Tour De France & understood how special this stage was for all of us in our group. We have many happy memories to take home with us. Thank you

Maureen

Additional information

Is this for me?

Our Experience tours are designed for intermediate cyclists who enjoy a more leisurely, relaxed pace – perfect for those who love cycling, beautiful scenery, and time to truly savour the ride.

For our “Experience” tours:

Level of fitness: Leisure – perfect for riders who enjoy relaxed yet rewarding days on the bike, covering around 50–70/80 km per day
Shorter & longer route options will be available for each day
Intermediate cycling abilities & skills
Some experience on mountain climbs & descents
Adequate training in advance of the trip
The guides will set clear parameters such as road rules, food breaks, and waiting at the top of a pass. His/her instructions must be followed at all times
The safety of everyone is our first priority. You are required to ride safely, respect all road rules & follow the instructions of our guides & any officials, for your benefit & for the other riders.

For our “Ride Every Kilometre” tours:

Level of fitness: Avid – fit enough to ride daily 120 to 200+ km at a steady pace, with refreshment stops
Advanced cycling abilities & skills
Extensive experience on big mountain climbs & descents, long-distance riding, and back-to-back days on the bike
Adequate training in advance of the trip – you will be attempting to ride several stages of a pro race. It is achievable when you have trained well
Time is an important factor on this trip. In order to achieve our goal of riding every kilometre, we must stick to a strict timetable. This includes early morning starts as instructed and adhering to the time allocated for our food breaks during the ride
If for some reason you are behind the group due to fitness or mechanical reasons, you will be asked to jump into the support vehicle to catch up with the rest of the group
If you are too far ahead of the group, you may need to wait for the group
The guides will set clear parameters such as road rules, food breaks, and waiting at the top of passes. Their instructions must be followed at all times
The safety of all our team members is our first priority. You are required to ride safely, respect all road rules, and follow the instructions of our guides and any officials, for your benefit and for the other team members.

Whats included?

The full Tour de France experience, the best coffee in the world, being cheered by the fans, stunning landscapes, legendary climbs, new friends, pure air & time away from your smartphone are guaranteed on this trip.

Number of nights accommodation in hotels hand-picked by our experienced team
Meals: breakfast & dinner
Picnic or café lunch during rides
Cross the official Stage Arrival & mount the TDF Winners’ Podium
VIP Start Hospitality & ride from the official TDF Start
Entry to the TDF top VIP Finish Hospitality at Stage & celebration awards
Energy nutrition (gels, energy bars, electrolytes, energy drinks, recovery drinks etc.)
Knowledgeable and experienced guide(s)
Fully supported tour with vehicle(s)
Cleaning kit & tool kit available for use (our team will look after your bike daily)
Grand Tours Project cycling kit (Santini full premium kit + custom Scicon rain bag)
Handbook including all the details you need to know on your trip
GPX files – for bike computer devices
Transfers from and to a designated airport/train station, within a predefined time window.

What’s not included?

Flights / transportation to the trip pick up location
Travel insurance
Alcoholic drinks
Bike rental – available on request.

Make it private

If you like the look of our tour but the dates don’t work or you want to share it exclusively with your family and friends, then it couldn’t be easier to simply make it private!

Offer:

Per group of 2 – 7 people (larger groups under request).
Are you organizing it? Get a special discount.
Ask for our prices, which are based on twin/double share. Additional single supplement fees may be charged according to room accommodation.

What’s included: