2008
Spring Classics Tour - €2,250*
April
4th to 14th,
2008
(*single supplementation is an additional €450
)
***
Space is limited to 6 participants for this tour ***
Flanders:
A Tale of Three Races
This spring Chainring Tours will take you on a journey over and alongside
some of the most demanding roads of the Spring Classics, as riders attempt
to conquer the prestigious titles. All while exploring the regions history,
lifestyle, and culinary delights. Take a walk through the trenches of
the Great War, stroll along the medieval streets of Bruges, visit Van
Eykes famous Ghent Altarpiece, sample some of the finest Belgian beers,
and don't forget to treat yourself to a delicious Belgian waffle.
We
have limited the tour to only 6 participants to ensure that we can provide
the personal and detail-oriented attention, that will make sure your
trip is nothing more than a pure pleasure. Chainring Tours has meticulously
sought out the best available hotels, and used our local knowledge of
Belgium to bring you all it's wonderful nuances and history.
Whether
you're looking to get a kick start on your spring mileage, or looking
to experience the excitement of Belgian bike racing first hand. Join
us as we travel through the Flemish cities of Bruges, Ghent, Ypres and
more, ride selected sections of the Ronde Van Vlaanderen, Gent-Wevelgem,
and Paris-Roubaix, and discover the passion behind the races while watching
the action right before your eyes. A stress-free, fully packed adventure
of the Spring Classics not to be missed.
What
you can expect to see and visit:
Multiple
points of the Ronde Van Vlaanderen, Gent-Wevelgem and Paris-Roubaix
races
The
Ronde Van Vlaanderen Museum
The
Trenches of Death from the Great War
Menin
Gate Memorial and the nightly Last Post Ceremony
Historical
city centers of Bruges, Ghent, and Ypres
Seven rides from 50km (31miles) to 140km (87 miles), all optional and
flexible to give you the freedom to customize our tour to your desires
(this includes the ability to self guide many of our routes).
Optional
Visits*
The Church of
Our Lady in Bruges to view Michelangelo's Madonna
The Basilica
of the Holy Blood in Bruges to view the relic containing the Holy Blood
of Christ
St. Bavo's Cathedral
in Ghent to view Van Eyke's famous Ghent Altarpiece "The Adoration
of the Mystic Lamb"
*Optional visits are not included in the tour price,
but are scheduled on our itineraries to make sure that you don't miss
them. If you feel
something is not for you, you may choose to opt out.
Tour
Includes:
Brussels Zaventem
airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day of the tour.
(Train station drop off and pick up can be arranged on request.)
Top quality Hotels; Brussels ***, Brugge***, Gent** and Ieper****, all
are centrally located except for Brussels.
Entry into the
Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclosportif ride of 140 or 75km
Challenging rides
including critical sections of Gent-Wevelgem and Paris-Roubaix.
Other rides to take you near castles, to the Trenches of Death, and
the city of Oudenaarde to visit the Ronde Van Vlaanderen Museum.
Supported rides;
including tour leader, detailed maps, support vehicle, mechanical equipment,
energy drinks and food.
Multi point race
viewing of the Ronde Van Vlaanderen, Gent-Wevelgem, and Paris-Roubaix.
Help with assembling
and disassembling your bicycle.
Prepared lunches
will be provided on most rides, and race viewing days.
Hotel accommodations with historic charm and modern comforts in the
city center, including buffet breakfast.
Dining experiences
showcasing the regions finest specialties.
Massage Therapy
treatments can be arranged throughout the tour at additional cost.
A detailed package
with historical information, points of interest, café and restaurant
suggestions, recommendations for museums, shopping, souvenirs, and where
you can find the best waffles or frites.
Pre-Tour training advice and guidance available upon request to all
participants.
Links:
Belgium Tourist
Information
Travel Belgium
Brugge
Gent
Ieper
The
Ronde Van Vlaanderen - (The Tour of Flanders)
Gent - Wevelgem
Paris
- Roubaix
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