Stories

I Love a Bargain in Switzerland!

Yvette Yeates

Grand Tours Project Team

Nov / 24 / 2021

You never know when something you need will appear at a one day special price!

"Reality Sustainability"

Grand Tours Project Team - Yvette Yeates

Nov / 18 / 2021

We live a comfortable lifestyle and recognize that “sustainability” is a word, a concept that is difficult to define. Our blog is about our attempts to be greener

A Very Special Edition

Grand Tours Project

Oct / 29 / 2021

The world's premier bike race has been announced and to say we are excited is an understatement - The Grand Boucle is coming through our home town!

The world's premier bike race has been announced and to say we are excited is an understatement - The Grand Boucle is coming through our home town!

Les Valades Ladines - Where the Ladins live

Andreas Pescoll & Klaus Irsara

Oct / 6 / 2021

Both Andreas Pescoll and Klaus Irsara are Ladin men. Andreas is our Grand Tours Project guide who takes pride in guiding and looking after our guests; and Klaus Irsara, also a cyclist, is the owner of Hotel Melodia, THE place to stay in the Dolomites for style and comfort. We asked both to reveal their favourite bike routes and what is special about Les Valades Ladines - The Dolomites. A revelation to us, is the poetic nature of the landscape, nature AND the language.

Haute Route Alps 2021 - the toughest amateur cycling race

Grand Tours Project Team

Sep / 9 / 2021

Often described as the one of the toughest multi day events in amateur cycling, the Haute Route Alps certainly does not disappoint. I was lucky enough to take part in the 2021 event this summer, along with over 400 other riders and our exceptional guests from the U.A.E.

How many bikes do you need? N+1!

Grand Tours Project Team

L´eroica & Bianchi Bicycles

Aug / 4 / 2021

Possibly, like me, you would have had the odd occasion where you have had to ride your precious along gravel roads, even rocky paths...

Possibly, like me, you would have had the odd occasion where you have had to ride your precious along gravel roads, even rocky paths...

Haute Route Alps 2021 - The full story

Peter Murdoch - Grand Tours Project Team

Sep / 9 / 2021

Often described as the one of the toughest multi-day events in amateur cycling, the Haute Route Alps certainly does not disappoint. I was lucky enough to take part in the 2021 event this summer, along with over 400 other riders and our exceptional guests from the U.A.E.

Weather - grit your teeth and do it... or not!

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project team

Jul / 15 / 2021

There are many variables for a great or not so great cycle tour. Many are within your control, but one variable is not controllable, but it makes the adventure adventurous, epic, and memorable. The weather!

Tricks and Mind Games for Climbing

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project Team

Jun / 10 / 2021

Mountain climbs...for elite riders right?...Not really. Trust me, let me explain and offer you my tricks and mind games. The mountains of Europe provide some of the most spectacular mountain passes in the world. Many are iconic and famous but there are also hidden gems ridden by locals and are waiting to be discovered by you...yes you!

Mountain climbs...for elite riders right?...Not really. Trust me, let me explain and offer you my tricks and mind games. The mountains of Europe provide some of the most spectacular mountain passes in the world. Many are iconic and famous but there are also hidden gems ridden by locals and are waiting to be discovered by you...yes you!

No more excuses... no more regrets!

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project Team

May / 20 / 2021

The kids are big now. I have a husband who works from home. I have a job that I can carry around with me on my laptop. I have a very nice bike thank you. I live in the mountains, with loads of ‘flat bits’ around the lakes too. I have no excuses...and yet I have a million excuses.

Time to go private!

Grand Tours Project Team

May / 6 / 2021

We all know that there is something very special about EXPERIENCING things with our loved ones and best mates. And a bike tour in a beautiful location is one of the best experiences we can imagine...

The Dolomites...

YVETTE YEATES

Apr / 21 / 2021

The Dolomites are awesome. The end. Hahaha but honestly, what can I say about this stupidly stunning cycling region of northern Italy with a heavy dose of Austrian culture, that people don't already know? Read more about this incredible place!

The Dolomites are awesome. The end. Hahaha but honestly, what can I say about this stupidly stunning cycling region of northern Italy with a heavy dose of Austrian culture, that people don't already know? Read more about this incredible place!

Spain. Summer is calling…

Grand Tours Project Team

Apr / 7 / 2021

Stunning scenery - from the dramatic, imposing mountains to the countless glistening beaches that nestle along its coastlines, Spain is a country full of natural beauty and inspiring landscapes.

So... What is Zero Emissions Style?

Grand Tours Project Team

Mar / 23 / 2021

Our tour planning is changing to a better, more sustainable design. And not only that, our journey in which we aim to promote the cause of Environmental and Social Sustainability. Already we have designed 2 tours where electric vehicles are incorporated, and transfers are eliminated. Read more about our commitment and goals to the environment...

Why France?

Grand Tours Project Team

Mar / 10 / 2021

We invited two of our guests, to explain their reasons for choosing to ride in France. We hope that with their own words you get a taste of riding in France. Click and get inspired!

We invited two of our guests, to explain their reasons for choosing to ride in France. We hope that with their own words you get a taste of riding in France. Click and get inspired!

Riding in Italy is a gift that you deserve.

Grand Tours Project Team

Mar / 3 / 2021

Italy is amazingly diverse and offers something for everyone. The scenery in this country is beyond astounding, the roads themselves are endless and offer whatever you like riding. "Come! Riding in Italy is a gift that you deserve". Kerry Hellmuth - Cycling Guide in Grand Tours Project

Why I love cycling in Switzerland

Grand Tours Project Team

Feb / 23 / 2021

Have we convinced you to visit and do a Grand Tour of Switzerland? Still not sure? Ok so here are some opinions from a cycling friend Eileen and guides who live in Switzerland. Of course, they are biased and non-objective but understandably so!

What exactly was a Grand Tour?

Grand Tours Project Team

Feb / 17 / 2021

What comes to mind when you think about a Grand Tour?. For me, it’s a cycling grand tour. But back in the day…. a long time ago, a grand tour was a just as arduous voyage across the European continent for young men of the upper and aristocratic classes.

What comes to mind when you think about a Grand Tour?. For me, it’s a cycling grand tour. But back in the day…. a long time ago, a grand tour was a just as arduous voyage across the European continent for young men of the upper and aristocratic classes.

Mindfulness as a Cyclist

Grand Tours Project

Dec / 22 / 2020

We invite you to reflect and give thanks for everything you have and to discover small but gigantic moments that provide enormous satisfaction.

"My test results are positive...."

Uri Martins

Jan / 7 / 2021

This last year, we have all been living at some level of COVID alert. After the news in China and then the spread to Italy, we were all washing hands, wearing masks, elbow bumping, trying to keep our distance from each other and working from home. Everything eased up during summer and then the cold weather arrived and with it, our second wave. And I was careful. I followed the protocols, the rules, but this time I got infected.

Why is Patagonia so fantastic that you can't miss it?

Interview

Joel Cuenya

Mar / 6 / 2020

Our Chief Driver and great Trip Leader Joel Cuenya tells us about his Argentina, his homeland and some important and interesting facts that you will want to know about Bariloche, Argentina and Patagonia!

Our Chief Driver and great Trip Leader Joel Cuenya tells us about his Argentina, his homeland and some important and interesting facts that you will want to know about Bariloche, Argentina and Patagonia!

The Elephant in the Room

Feb / 28 / 2020

Covid-19 virus... So, do we ignore the elephant and pretend it is not there and hope it goes away? Or do we address the issue of the elephant in the room to work out how to deal with it?

I conquered the mythic climb & joined the Mont Ventoux Club

Drastically the environment changed from limestone and pine smelling forests to sharp limestone rocky slopes, small juniper shrubs …and goats meandering across the road with shepherds scrambling the white rocky terrain not far behind.

Valentine’s Day and cycling: a match made in heaven!

Yvette Yeates

Feb / 14 / 2020

I was looking for inspiration and Google was not helping…then I thought…who do I know that loves bikes and met their life partner through biking? Well knock me down with a sledgehammer! It took about 15 minutes but then I remembered - I met my husband in a bike shop in Sydney...

I was looking for inspiration and Google was not helping…then I thought…who do I know that loves bikes and met their life partner through biking? Well knock me down with a sledgehammer! It took about 15 minutes but then I remembered - I met my husband in a bike shop in Sydney...

Italy, passion, tradition and history ... all in one place. The Giro, the most spectacular race of all.

Uri Martins

Feb / 8 / 2020

Why Mexico needs to be on your bucket list?

Uri Martins

Jan / 10 / 2020

Switzerland is a real cycling paradise...

Uri Martins

Jan / 16 / 2020

I discovered Mallorca while racing, now I love riding and sharing it with friends...

Uri Martins

Dec / 8 / 2019

After retiring as a professional cyclist and I joined Grand Tours Project, and yet another part of my dream has come true - to develop a training camp or a tour of this magical island, where you can live your passion and share it with friends...

All I want for Christmas...

Yvette Yeates

Dec / 19 / 2019

The GTP elves have been busy researching and designing tours for 2020. But that doesn't stop us from having fun choosing the top 10 cyclist presents for Christmas! Here we go:

COMBINING BLOCKCHAIN AND BIKE CHAIN TECHNOLOGY

Jacqui Coward

Nov / 21 / 2019

Ok, so we’ve all heard of blockchain, unless you’ve been living under a particularly heavy and sound absorbing block for the last 5 years...

Ok, so we’ve all heard of blockchain, unless you’ve been living under a particularly heavy and sound absorbing block for the last 5 years...

New bike day?

Oct / 12 / 2019

Here is your opportunity to reserve and take home a beautiful ex-rental Bianchi Infinito CV disk with Ultegra di2 with minimal kilometres, well maintained by professional mechanics during and after each tour, for only a fraction of the price of a new model.

Primož Roglič, Team Jumbo-Visma and Bianchi

Sep / 29 / 2019

If you were Dutch, Slovenian or a cycling aficionado, Primož Roglič of Team Jumbo-Visma was always on the world cycle racing radar...

Fuelling a Multi-stage Event

Story by OTE Sports

May / 15 / 2019

From Riding Every Km of a Grand Tour to competing in a Granfondo or enjoying one of our explorer tours, stage rides are more popular than ever, with many professional and amateur athletes keen to test themselves over multiple days. That's why we have partnered with OTE Sports.

From Riding Every Km of a Grand Tour to competing in a Granfondo or enjoying one of our explorer tours, stage rides are more popular than ever, with many professional and amateur athletes keen to test themselves over multiple days. That's why we have partnered with OTE Sports.

Everything you need to know about the Giro d'Italia

Sarah Maclachlan

Apr / 28 / 2019

With the 2019 edition, less than 2 weeks away here is everything you need to know about the race...

5 reasons why you need to ride the Giro Rosa

Mar / 22 / 2019

From quiet roads and epic climbs, to beautiful hotels and delicious food... there's 100's of reasons why you should ride the Giro Rosa. Read our top 5!

20 lire and a salami sandwich! The start of a champion

Andrew Bannister

Feb / 1 / 2019

Born on the 15 September 1919, some say it was a natural talent that drew Coppi to cycling, whilst some say he had grit; the single minded focus, will and determination to work hard at his dream and become a champion against all odds.

Born on the 15 September 1919, some say it was a natural talent that drew Coppi to cycling, whilst some say he had grit; the single minded focus, will and determination to work hard at his dream and become a champion against all odds.

Epic Climbs ... your 2019 Bucket List

Grand Tours Project

Jan / 25 / 2019

With the summer just around the corner, it's time to get training. Grand Tours Project has officially set your 2019 Challenge. How many you can tick off our bucket list? Bonne chance!

A ride to remember

Uri Martins

Jan / 11 / 2019

If I were asked what ride of 2018 was my favorite, I would pause and reflect ... In 2018, I had the great opportunity to return to cycling through Grand Tours Project. Of all those adventures, one in particular comes to mind: our ride with Primož Roglič, based from Park Gstaad Hotel.

How riding to Everest helped me discover a new cycling nirvana

Story by Shannon Bufton

Photos: Tim Bardsley-Smith & CyclingTips

Feb / 18 / 2018

Riding above 5,000m in Tibet does not just elevate your body, but also your mind

Riding above 5,000m in Tibet does not just elevate your body, but also your mind

Riding every kilometre of La Vuelta

Sylvain Lapierre

Dec / 21 / 2018

What is it like to ride every kilometre of La Vuelta ... all 21 stages, just a few hours ahead of the pros? Sylvain, a guest of ours from Canada, took on this challenge in 2018, and succeeded in his quest. Read his great story about his ride through beautiful Spain.

L'Eroica ... is NOT Italian for Erotica!

Yvette Yeates

Dec / 14 / 2018

"A couple of years ago. I was looking for a short riding holiday to escape my kids, husband, the laundry, the cooking and all the other commitments that make me a responsible adult. A friend mentioned L’Eroica. Yes, like every other English speaker I was mildly shocked that a bike ride would be called Erotica..."

Private and tailor-made tours

Grand Tours Project

Nov / 25 / 2018

We are experts in designing the best routes, organising all logistics, selecting beautiful hotels and delicious restaurants, and developing activities for the non-riders in your group.

We are experts in designing the best routes, organising all logistics, selecting beautiful hotels and delicious restaurants, and developing activities for the non-riders in your group.

"Why I love cycling in Norway, above the Arctic Circle"

Sarah Maclachlan

Nov / 30 / 2018

The roads wind their way around peaceful fjords, past the most breathtaking mountain peaks you’re ever likely to see, and along dramatic coastlines.

Ever wondered what it's like to ride a grand tour?

John MacLeary, The Telegraph

Oct / 26 / 2018

"Being overtaken by a motorised shed was a particular low point in my non-existent cycling career"

"You're doing the Maratona ... AGAIN?!"

Yvette Yeates

Oct / 7 / 2018

Read why Yvette keeps coming back to the Maratona dles Dolomites

Read why Yvette keeps coming back to the Maratona dles Dolomites

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 9

Beardy McBeard

Sep / 4 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 9 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 8

Beardy McBeard

Sep / 4 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 8 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 7

Beardy McBeard

Sep / 4 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 7 of La Vuelta

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 7 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 6

Beardy McBeard

Sep / 4 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 6 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 5

Beardy McBeard

Aug / 30 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 5 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 4

Beardy McBeard

Aug / 29 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 4 of La Vuelta

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 4 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 3

Beardy McBeard

Aug / 29 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos... from stage 3 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 2

Beardy McBeard

Aug / 27 / 2018

Read Beardy's daily diary and see his awesome photos ... from Stage 2 of La Vuelta

Beardy McBeard and his Caravan - La Vuelta Stage 1

Beardy McBeard

Aug / 26 / 2018

Beardy McBeard's Caravan is now live ... read his story form Stage 1 of La Vualta a España

Beardy McBeard's Caravan is now live ... read his story form Stage 1 of La Vualta a España

The steep hills and passionate fans of La Vuelta

Keith Tuffley

Feb / 3 / 2018

In 2013 Keith cycled every kilometre of La Vuelta, just hours ahead of the pros. Here's his story about the infamous steep hills and passionate fans of this incredible race.

Switzerland's hidden gems

Grand Tours Project

Jan / 13 / 2018

Off the beaten path

Le Tour des Alpes Vaudoises : The Col Collective visits our home in the Swiss Alps

Grand Tours Project

Dec / 22 / 2017

Buy experiences, not things

Keith Tuffley

Dec / 12 / 2017

Most of us love to ride in beautiful destinations in spring and summer. Places like Sicily, Provence and Tuscany, where the 25°C conditions and glowing sun keep us warm and comfortable. But what’s it like to cycle when it’s -30°C? Or even worse, when the 50 km/h wind creates a wind-chill factor of -52°C?

Giro d’Italia 2018 - Amore Infinito ... a Race Made in Heaven

Keith Tuffley - Founder, Grand Tours Project

Dec / 1 / 2017

From Jerusalem to Rome, Mt Etna to Zoncolan, Froome to Dumoulin ... here is Keith's Top 3 List for the Giro d'Italia 101st edition. What's yours?

Piemonte and Liguria: the best of Italian cycling

Story by Luca Gadotti

Nov / 18 / 2017

Luca shares his love for riding and enjoying life in his home region

Luca shares his love for riding and enjoying life in his home region

Le Tour des Stations: the new Swiss granfondo

Grand Tours Project

Nov / 17 / 2017

A new sportive will take place in Switzerland on August 11, 2018: le Tour des Stations

Ride Every Kilometre

Story by Keith Tuffley

Nov / 12 / 2017

Imagine the following ... it's 6am, you get on your bike at (or before) sunrise and ride to the race start with your cycling friends.

Riding Every Kilometre: stage 16 of the 2017 Giro d'Italia

Grand Tours Project

Nov / 10 / 2017

We rode the hardest stage of modern Giro history just before the pros.

We rode the hardest stage of modern Giro history just before the pros.

Why ride?

Story by Rob Arnold, RIDE Cycling Review

Oct / 19 / 2017

Keith Tuffley shares how and why he founded Grand Tours Project

I Loved every minute of the Maratona dles Dolomites

Story by Kath Lyon

Oct / 19 / 2016

"Do you really think I can make it?"

The Col du Sanetsch: the most beautiful cycling climb you’ve never heard of

Grand Tours Project

Aug / 19 / 2017

The Col Collective climbs our favorite pass in the world

The Col Collective climbs our favorite pass in the world

Training for nothing in Sardinia

Grand Tours Project

Feb / 8 / 2017

Discover Sardinia, an underrated cycling paradise

The Col Collective visits Switzerland

Grand Tours Project

Dec / 25 / 2016

Some great videos featuring our favorite passes coming up in 2017

Why you should ride with Emily Collins in Girona

Sarah Maclachlan

Feb / 9 / 2018

I took the opportunity to sit down with Emily and find out more about her; from the starting point of her career to her most memorable professional career moments and find out what she loves about Girona.

I took the opportunity to sit down with Emily and find out more about her; from the starting point of her career to her most memorable professional career moments and find out what she loves about Girona.

Ride & Watch the pros: the best of cycling in Switzerland

Story by Richard Haynes

Photos: Richard Haynes, Grand Tours Project

Dec / 29 / 2016

Richard shares his Western Switzerland & Le Tour de France experience

A Sardinian Getaway

Story by David Bavin

Photos: Graham Longford, Alain Rumpf

Nov / 5 / 2016

Exploring a lesser known cycling paradise

Help us create an iconic cycling route in Switzerland

Story by Alain Rumpf

Oct / 18 / 2016

Fill in the questionnaire created by Switzerland Tourism

Fill in the questionnaire created by Switzerland Tourism

Finding time

Grand Tours Project

Sep / 28 / 2016

Finding time to live meaningful moments in our crazy busy world

Another day in Swiss cycling paradise

Story by Alain Rumpf

Sep / 21 / 2016

Little red riding hood and the tale of the woodland wine cooler

Story by Beth Bryn Hodge

Jun / 30 / 2016

Alpine adventures

Alpine adventures

My #giroproject

Story by Beth Bryn Hodge

Jun / 3 / 2016

Watch Le Tour in Switzerland from your bike

The Tour de France is visiting Switzerland! Take a break to watch the race and discover our local roads on your bike.

Deep breaths

Story by Beth Bryn Hodge

May / 11 / 2016

Embracing the Alpine lifestyle on two wheels

Embracing the Alpine lifestyle on two wheels

A day at the Tour de Romandie

Story by Alain Rumpf

May / 4 / 2016

A fantastic day riding on our favorite local roads and watching the WorldTour stars

What is your Grand Tours Project?

Story by Keith Tuffley

Apr / 8 / 2016

ALPSinsight: sharing our passion for the Alps

Story by Alain Rumpf

Photos: PatitucciPhoto

Mar / 23 / 2016

ALPSinsight is where we share our passion for playing hard in the Alps, the region we love. With words and - beautiful - images.

ALPSinsight is where we share our passion for playing hard in the Alps, the region we love. With words and - beautiful - images.

Experience the 2018 Giro d'Italia from your saddle

Ride, watch, and relax: join us for the trip of a lifetime on the self-proclaimed "toughest race in the world's most beautiful country"

Why I love the Dolomites

Story by Alain Rumpf

Oct / 27 / 2015

If you want to have a special experience, go to the Dolomites and have a go at the Maratona.

The best cycling climbs in Switzerland

Story by Alain Rumpf

Nov / 11 / 2015

Where to ride in Switzerland, the best kept secret of Alpine cycling

Where to ride in Switzerland, the best kept secret of Alpine cycling

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I Love a Bargain in Switzerland!

I Love a Bargain in Switzerland!

Yvette Yeates

"Reality Sustainability"

Grand Tours Project Team - Yvette Yeates

A Very Special Edition

Grand Tours Project

Les Valades Ladines - Where the Ladins live

Andreas Pescoll & Klaus Irsara

Haute Route Alps 2021 - the toughest amateur cycling race

Grand Tours Project Team

How many bikes do you need? N+1!

Grand Tours Project Team

Haute Route Alps 2021 - The full story

Peter Murdoch - Grand Tours Project Team

Weather - grit your teeth and do it... or not!

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project team

Tricks and Mind Games for Climbing

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project Team

No more excuses... no more regrets!

Yvette Yeates - Grand Tours Project Team

Time to go private!

Grand Tours Project Team

The Dolomites...

YVETTE YEATES

Spain. Summer is calling…

Grand Tours Project Team

So... What is Zero Emissions Style?

Grand Tours Project Team

Why France?

Grand Tours Project Team

Riding in Italy is a gift that you deserve.

Grand Tours Project Team

Why I love cycling in Switzerland

Grand Tours Project Team

What exactly was a Grand Tour?

Grand Tours Project Team

Mindfulness as a Cyclist

Grand Tours Project

"My test results are positive...."

Uri Martins

Why is Patagonia so fantastic that you can't miss it?

Interview

The Elephant in the Room

I conquered the mythic climb & joined the Mont Ventoux Club

Valentine’s Day and cycling: a match made in heaven!

Yvette Yeates

Italy, passion, tradition and history ... all in one place. The Giro, the most spectacular race of all.

Uri Martins

Why Mexico needs to be on your bucket list?

Uri Martins

Switzerland is a real cycling paradise...

Uri Martins

I discovered Mallorca while racing, now I love riding and sharing it with friends...

Uri Martins

All I want for Christmas...

Yvette Yeates

COMBINING BLOCKCHAIN AND BIKE CHAIN TECHNOLOGY

Jacqui Coward

New bike day?

​Primož Roglič, Team Jumbo-Visma and Bianchi

Fuelling a Multi-stage Event

Story by OTE Sports

Everything you need to know about the Giro d'Italia

Sarah Maclachlan

5 reasons why you need to ride the Giro Rosa

20 lire and a salami sandwich! The start of a champion

Andrew Bannister

Epic Climbs ... your 2019 Bucket List

Grand Tours Project

A ride to remember

Uri Martins

How riding to Everest helped me discover a new cycling nirvana

Story by Shannon Bufton

Riding every kilometre of La Vuelta

Sylvain Lapierre

L'Eroica ... is NOT Italian for Erotica!

Yvette Yeates

Private and tailor-made tours

Primož Roglič, Team Jumbo-Visma and Bianchi

A Sardinian Getaway