2025 Tour de France Spectator Tour – Your Ultimate Cycling Adventure!
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? If you’ve ever dreamed of riding the legendary roads of the Tour de France, now’s your chance! Join OBT’s 2025 Tour de France spectator tour and experience the thrill of cycling through France while witnessing the world’s greatest race up close.
For 25 years, we’ve been helping riders like you check this epic experience off their bucket list. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just love the thrill of adventure, our Tour de France spectator tour 2025 is designed for riders of all levels—plus, non-riding guests are welcome too!
Ride the Legendary Climbs of the Tour de France
Picture yourself pedaling through the stunning landscapes of Provence and the Alps, taking on some of the most famous climbs in cycling history:
🚴 Mt. Ventoux – The legendary “Giant of Provence”
🚴 Col de la Loze – A breathtaking challenge in the Alps
🚴 La Plagne – A high-altitude climb with unforgettable views
Our 2025 Tour de France cycling tour includes at least four live stage viewings, giving you front-row access to the excitement while soaking in the culture, food, and beauty of France.
What’s Included?
✔️ Premium Accommodations – Stay in charming 3-star hotels near the race
✔️ Incredible Cycling Routes – Ride the same roads as the pros
✔️ All-Inclusive Comfort – Daily breakfasts, most dinners, luggage transfers, road support, GPS routes, and maps
✔️ Exclusive OBT Gear – A custom OBT cycling jersey and special schwag
✔️ Expert Guidance & Hospitality – Our experienced team makes every detail seamless
This isn’t just a vacation—it’s an adventure, a challenge, and a front-row seat to the most exciting cycling event in the world. Don’t just watch the Tour de France—ride it, feel it, live it!
CONTACT US TODAY to learn more and reserve your spot.
If you’d like to read more about our TdF tour experiences, read HERE and HERE.
Join us on our Tour de France Tours!
See the full detailed itinerary below.
- Dates: July 19 to 27, 2025
- Length: 9 days, 8 nights
- Service: Fully supported guided tour
- Type of riding: Varied – High mountains to rolling terrain
- Bikes available to rent: Road bikes, e-bikes, or hybrids.
- Average daily riding: From 20 miles/30km to 60 miles/100km with an average of 40 miles/65km. We always have extensions available for those wanting more challenging routes!
- Start city: Sault/Avignon
- Finish city: Moutiers
- Suggested transport: Arrive by train to Avignon from Paris or Marseilles. Depart by flying from Paris or Geneva after taking the train from Albertville.
| Location | Hotel | Photo |
| Sault | Le Nesk, Hotel du Ventoux *** |  |
| Les Allues | La Croix Jean Claude *** |  |
Road Bikes: Our rental road bikes are a racing style with drop handlebars.Type – Carbon Road
- Sizes – XS to XXL
- Components – Shimano 105, hydraulic disc, compact double cranksets.
Hybrid Bikes: Our rental hybrid bikes are a relaxed style with flat handlebars.
- Type – Hybrid (Aluminum)
- Sizes – XS to XL
- Components – Mixture of Shimano road and mountain components with either triple cranksets.
eBikes: These semi-powered bikes allow for non-riders to share the experience with their friends and family who are stronger cyclists. 
- Type – Electric assist eBikes
- Sizes – S to XL
- Components – Mixture of Shimano Acera and Deore.
During the registration process, you will be asked for specifics to have the correct sized bike waiting for you. We can supply any number of styles of pedals – SPD, SPD-r, flat, Speedplay, Look, etc.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- OBT cycling jersey
- Complementary performance food for personal fueling and hydration
- All hotel accommodations
- Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel
- Meals as explained in the tour itinerary pages.
- Detailed route notes, maps, and tourist information
- Outstanding routing instructions for all rides! This includes GPS course downloads for your GPS unit, traditional cue sheet, and written prose describing each turn and the surrounding area. These methods are then supported by a roadmap.
- Your personal guides, helping you with support vehicles. On-road support will always be near. From greeting guests when they arrive to handling luggage transfers, mechanical issues, etc – our guides assist guests in every way. They also set you up on your rental bikes and can help with routing, and any other questions.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- Transportation to and from the start and finish locations
- Bikes, but we have rental bikes available
- Travel and Health Insurance
- Admission to sightseeing venues, unless explicitly mentioned as included
Tour Cost Per Person:
- Double Occupancy: US$3,695
- Single Occupancy: US$4,495
Bike Rental Per Person:
- Road Bike: US$395
- eBike: US$395
- Hybrid: US$325
What’s Next? Registering for your tour!
- Questions: First, please feel free to ask us any questions about the tour. We are happy to help clarify any details.
- Registration: Once you are ready to register please go to https://outfittertours.com/registration/ and complete the registration form. At the beginning of the form choose “Guided” then “2025 Tour de France Tour” from the first two drop-down boxes. EACH tour participant will need to complete the form. At the end of the registration for you will be asked for a US$800 deposit. You can pay the deposit by bank check, wire, or credit card. Once we have all registrations we will secure all of the details of your tour – hotels, bikes, etc.
- Final Payment: 60 days prior to your tour we will invoice you for the balance of the tour.
- Tour Packet Delivery: Once the balance is paid and approximately 30 days before your tour we will send you a complete tour packet containing all details of your tour – accommodation information, detailed routing, a suggested packing list, maps, tourist guide, and much much more! For more information on our Terms & Conditions please CLICK HERE.
2025 Tour de France Bike Tours – Daily Itinerary
Experience the ultimate cycling adventure in France! Our Tour de France bike tours offer breathtaking rides, legendary climbs, and front-row access to the most exciting race in the world. Ride iconic routes, soak in the stunning scenery, and immerse yourself in French culture—all with expert support and premium accommodations.
Day 1: July 19th – Welcome to Provence!
Your adventure begins as you arrive at the Avignon train station, where we’ll transport you to our charming retreat near Mont Ventoux, the legendary “Giant of Provence.” Nestled in the rolling lavender fields of Sault, this picturesque village will be your home for the first four nights. After setting up your bike, you can take a short warm-up ride before our welcome dinner and orientation.
Day 2: July 20th – Scenic Ride Through Sault
Ease into your Tour de France cycling tour with a scenic ride through the quiet, rolling hills of Provence. You’ll ride through breathtaking lavender fields and visit a nearby village market. The relaxed pace lets you soak in the charm of rural France before another delicious dinner at our hotel.
Day 3: July 21st – Conquer Mt. Ventoux
Today, you’ll tackle Mont Ventoux, one of the most legendary climbs in Tour de France history! Don’t worry—we’ll take the “easier” route from Sault, but you’ll still earn bragging rights at the summit. Not up for the full climb? We have alternate routes with less elevation gain. The evening is yours to explore Sault’s charming restaurants.
Day 4: July 22nd – Witness the Tour de France on Ventoux!
Experience the Tour de France like never before! We’ll ride up early to secure a prime spectating spot on Mont Ventoux, where you’ll feel the adrenaline as the pros race past. This is what our Tour de France bike tours are all about—epic rides and unforgettable race-day moments! Dinner is included back at the hotel.
Day 5: July 23rd – Stage 17 Start & Transfer to the Alps
From Sault, we head to Bollène to witness a thrilling Stage 17 start. You’ll get an up-close look at the riders before we transfer to the high Alps, where we’ll stay in the scenic village of Les Allues—perfectly positioned for the next two Tour de France mountain stages. Dinner is included at our hotel.
Day 6: July 24th – Stage 18 Viewing on Col de la Loze!
Today, we witness the dramatic conclusion of the “Queen Stage” as the peloton battles to the summit of Col de la Loze, one of the most challenging climbs in the Alps. We’ll ride in the area before securing a prime viewing spot near the finish. Another incredible day capped off with a delicious hotel dinner.
Day 7: July 25th – Stage 19 Viewing – La Plagne Summit Finish
Another epic stage awaits! We’ll ride to the mountaintop finish of Stage 19 in La Plagne, where you can soak in the electrifying atmosphere as the world’s best cyclists push to the limit. Dinner is included at the hotel in Les Allues.
Day 8: July 26th – Celebration Ride in the Alps
Our final day of riding is all about celebrating an incredible Tour de France cycling tour. Choose from a variety of routes, including climbs that the pros tackled during the race, and test yourself against the legends. In the evening, we’ll gather for a memorable farewell dinner.
Day 9: July 27th – Au Revoir!
Departure day! We’ll arrange transportation to the Moutiers train station, where you can continue your journey. Maybe head to Paris for the grand finale of the Tour de France? Wherever you go next, you’ll leave with unforgettable memories from your Tour de France bike tour with Outfitter Bicycle Tours.
