> How hard is it really going to be?
> How do I get there?
> What does the price include?
> What isn't included?
> What do I need to bring?


How hard is it really going to be?
A demanding route for committed mountain bikers who ride regularly every weekend. Lots of riding and some very big climbs up very high passes, this route is point to point and provides a great chance to see some of the best views and scenery in the Alps. There is plenty of climbing on double track and singletrack descents where possible. Both of the high passes days will require a short amount of pushing.

How do I get there?
Flights to Geneva are available from most UK airports. The following links maybe of interest:
British Airways BMibaby Ryanair Easyjet Jet2

We will arrange your Geneva airport to first night hotel transfer once we have your flight details. The transfer will either be in our Ride the Alps van or the cheapest alternative, you'll be informed when we get all details 8 weeks prior to departure.

What does the price include?
Fully guided 8 days mountain biking by a very experienced British mountain bike guide, plus driver in a support van and bike tools/spares. Accommodation, all breakfasts and evening meals for the 8 days of riding along the way. 5 days of packed lunches and snacks for all 8 days of riding. All mandatory chairlifts mentioned in itinerary. Luggage transfer to all hotels. And new for 2007 a special edition Ride the Alps Chamonix to Zermatt T-shirt!

What isn't included?
Flights to Geneva. Travel and bike insurance which you must have. All drinks and 3 lunches taken in the Alpine restaurants en route. Your own bottled and alcoholic drinks. The Gornergrat train or Sunegga express in Zermatt, or any other optional lifts mentioned in itinerary. Airport transfers and the train fare from St Niklaus to Geneva are also not included. We will arrange your Geneva airport to first night hotel transfer once we have your flight details. The transfer will either be in our Ride the Alps van or the cheapest alternative.

What do I need to bring?
Your Bike! In good working order, full suspension and disc brakes are highly recommended on this trip to make your life more comfortable. Your bike must be a good quality Mountain Bike with at least decent front suspension forks. No hybrid bikes as these are not suitable! We normally ride dual suspension 3 to 6 inch travel style bikes.

Enough clothing for 4 days of continuous riding in hot weather as well as some cool weather gear for the high parts and rides on the chair lifts which can be quite chilly, there's even the chance of snow! Maximum altitude is approximately 2,800m or 7,500 feet so no problems with altitude sickness but it can be cold if the weather turns. This is the Alps and we can expect Alpine weather patterns which include some chance of inclement weather; showers or thunder storms may occur. You will need a sheet sleeping bag for some of the overnight stops and a small towel. You can borrow a bag from Ride the Alps if you do not have your own. You will need approximately £20 to cover the cost of the funicular or train ride in Zermatt plus money for your lunches and any drinks and souvenirs you buy en route, we suggest at least a £100. Lastly bring a willingness to have fun as this is a great trip and can only be made better by you in a good frame of mind, keen to ride lots of new and exciting trails!