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Tour de France Femmes

Marseille to Nice, France | August 4-10, 2026

Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift with EF Adventures

August 4-10, 2026

We are partnering with EF Adventures to offer a point-to-point trip that will start in Marseille and finish at Stage 9 in Nice. This will include rides through scenic Provence and the iconic Mt. Ventoux climb, stage viewing, and VIP access to the EF Pro Cycling celebration following the Stage 9 finale. 

ABOUT THE TRIP

USA Cycling Foundation is proud to partner with EF Adventures to offer this exclusive Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift experience in 2026.

This fully supported cycling journey is operated by EF Adventures and co-hosted by USA Cycling Foundation, providing guests with insider access to the Women’s Tour, exceptional riding, and meaningful connections with the people shaping the future of American cycling.

USA Cycling Foundation staff and Lauren Hall, Philanthropy Manager at USA Cycling Foundation and former professional cyclist, will co-host the trip alongside EF Adventures’ expert guides and staff, offering a uniquely immersive experience both on and off the bike.

Guests will enjoy spectacular riding through southern France, thoughtfully curated accommodations, and opportunities to experience the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift up close, including on-route viewing and stage finishes, while sharing the road with fellow supporters of women’s cycling.

HOTELS

Provence region – Château de Massillan – 4 nights  

Set on 24 acres of vineyards and pine woods, this beautifully restored 16th-century château offers a peaceful Provençal retreat between riding days. Guests enjoy thoughtfully designed rooms, estate-driven cuisine from the on-site organic garden, and spa facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, perfect for recovery after iconic climbs like Mt. Ventoux. 

Nice – Maison Albar - Le Victoria – 2 nights  

This five-star hotel sits just steps from the Promenade des Anglais in the heart of Nice. Bright, contemporary rooms capture the spirit of the Riviera, while the spa, indoor pool, and on-site dining provide a relaxing base for experiencing the Tour de France Femmes finale and exploring the Old Town and seaside promenade. 

TRIP DETAILS

7 Days / 6 Nights | August 4–10, 2026

MONDAY | AUGUST 3 — Overnight Flight to Marseille
Tour Stage 3: Genève → Poligny

Overnight Flight: Depart U.S. for Marseille en route to Provence.

TUESDAY | AUGUST 4 — Arrival & Provence Warm-Up
Tour Stage 4: Gevrey-Chambertin → Dijon

Arrival Marseille Airport (commercial)
Transfer: Marseille → Provence region (1–1.5 hours)

Group Welcome Orientation & Dinner in Provence region

WEDNESDAY | AUGUST 5 — Provence Scenic Ride & Wine Country
Tour Stage 5: Mâcon → Belleville-en-Beaujolais

Ride: Châteauneuf-du-Pape — 38.2 miles, 1,142 ft elevation gain

Experience: Wine Tasting & Lunch at Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate

Dinner: Enjoy dinner on your own in the nearby city of Oranges, the “City of Princes”

THURSDAY | AUGUST 6 — Gorges de la Nesque
Tour Stage 6: Montbrison → Tournon-sur-Rhône

Ride Options: Gorges de la Nesque

  • Option A — 26.1 miles, 2,805 ft elevation gain
  • Option B — 46.1 miles, 3,143 ft elevation gain
  • Option C — 71.8 miles, 3,743 ft elevation gain

Lunch: On route at a farmhouse in Monieux

Dinner: Enjoy dinner at our hotel, Château de Massillan

FRIDAY | AUGUST 7 — Mt. Ventoux Ahead of the Pros
Tour Stage 7: La Voulte-sur-Rhône → Mont Ventoux

Ride Options: Mt. Ventoux climb

  • Option A — 34.4 miles, 5,860 ft elevation gain
  • Option B — 62.5 miles, 7,224 ft elevation gain

Tour Experience: Official Podium Photos & VIP Viewing at Bédoin

Dinner: Return to your hotel for dinner, celebrating your achievement on such an iconic mountain

SATURDAY | AUGUST 8 — Sunrise Lavender Ride & Transfer to Nice
Tour Stage 8: Sisteron → Nice

Ride: Provence Sunrise — 24.5 miles, 1,132 ft elevation gain

Transfer: Provence → Nice region (1–1.5 hours)

Tour Experience: Roadside viewing of Stage 8 in Nice; Potential Meet & Greet EF Pro Cycling Staff

Dinner: Toast to new friendships and the week’s memories over a Farewell Dinner with your fellow USA Cycling Foundation travelers

SUNDAY | AUGUST 9 — Starting Village, Cap Ferrat walking tour & Stage Finale Viewing
Tour Stage 9: Nice → Nice

Tour Experience: Behind-the-scenes visit to the EF Pro Cycling team bus, followed by VIP access to watch the stage start

Walking Tour: Guided walk along the French Riviera from Nice via the Promenade des Anglais to Cap Ferrat
Tour Experience: Waterfront Premium Seating for Stage 9 Finale Celebration

Dinner: Group farewell dinner alongside members of the EF Pro Cycling team

MONDAY | AUGUST 10 — Departure from Nice

Depart Nice Airport

THE EXPERIENCE

Full-Service Experience

This is a turnkey travel experience from arrival to departure, including:
• Airport pick-up and drop-off 
• All transportation for race viewing, dinners, and excursions throughout the week

Recommended Travel

We recommend arriving in Marseille on August 4 and departing from Nice on August 10.

Guests may arrange their own flights or choose to add the optional flight package through EF Adventures when booking their trip experience using the link below.

Trip Cost

1 Traveler* 
$11,379 per person

*Solo travelers who would like a private room will pay a single supplement fee of $2,180.

Exclusions

Travel insurance and personal expenses are the responsibility of the guest.

Meals: One dinner in Orange, France, and two lunches in Nice will be at your leisure during the trip.

This experience is operated by EF Adventures in partnership with USA Cycling Foundation.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

We invite interested guests to view the detailed itinerary and book directly through the website link.

CONTACT

 
Abby Rogers

Events & Engagement Manager, USA Cycling Foundation