BCCT Santos Tour Down Under Tour
16th – 23rd January 2011

8 Day 7 Night Tour Package

DETAILS

Ride the Santos Tour Down Under - Over 600kms - Test yourself

Get to Feel like a pro rider - Full support - See the action

Want to get close to the Santos Tour Down Under Tour action? Join BCCT and ride all the road stages of the 2011 UCI Pro Tour Santos Tour Down Under just like the pro riders. We ride the stages the same day before the race, the same route, the same climbs, the same sprints as the professionals. With our support you will feel like a pro. You will be at the stage finish each day to enjoy the excitement as the pros fight for that elusive win. See race starts, Sprints, KOMs and view the race action as it unfolds plus take in some of South Australia's best food, wine & scenery. As part of the official Club Tour you will view the racing from privileged VIP viewing areas. Attend the exclusive Legends' Night Dinner. Check out the Adelaide City Council Tour Village and meet the pros. You will stay in the in the heart of Adelaide close to the Adelaide City Council Tour Village, restaurants, cafes and nightlife.

Be part of all the excitement. Ride the route. See race starts, Sprints, KOMs and view the race action as it unfolds plus take in some of South Australia's best food, wine & scenery.

Limited to only 16 riders.
You will have to get in early for this opportunity!

8 Day 7 Night Tour Package

Prices start at: Rider $3130pp Non rider $2250pp

Plus optional Accommodation at Franklin Central Apartments from: $682.50pp twin share

Total Tour Package for a Rider with accommodation from $3812.50

Book before October 10 and receive $100 discount off tour price

Includes:

Accommodation (if you choose our option. See booking form)

8 days / 7 nights in the Franklin Central Apartments in the heart of Adelaide, close to the Adelaide City Council Tour Village, close to restaurants, cafes, shops and nightlife.

Based on twin share or double accommodation. Every two roomed apartment offers full size kitchen with stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher and laundry facilities which include washer, dryer, iron and ironing board. See options below. Parking is subject to availability and at extra cost.

Keep your bike in your room overnight.

Options

Single supplement (own room) available at extra charge $97.50 per person per night. Apartments are two roomed.

Extra nights may be available @ $195per room per night. Subject to availability.

Meals

Breakfast is not included in accommodation rate.

Includes, snacks & refreshments during rides on all days.

Some dinners are included. To be confirmed.

Other

Includes coach transport to and from stages

Includes our limited edition Tour Jersey & polo top

Full support with tour coach transport, tour guides. Three ride with you. You do not have to ride all stages.

Knowledgeable local tour guides who live here in South Australia.

Qualified first aid

Mobile communications

Route Maps

Mechanic & spares

Limited numbers to 16 riders

Souvenir memento

Fantastic scenery

Entry to the Mutual Community Challenge Tour (MCCT)

Challenge Tour Jersey

The Official TDU Club Tour included in price

Privileged VIP viewing areas for Down Under Classic & Stage 6

Access to reserved area next to commentary podium at finish line (Stages 1-5)

Club Tour Functions

Exclusive Club Tour merchandise and discounts

Legends' Night Dinner on the evening of Day 7 is included with Club Tour. Early booking before October 10th and receive $100 discount off Tour price. Book and register for MCCT before July 31st and receive a further $15 discount.

Airfares:

Travel and airfare to Adelaide is not included. Tour Package starts from the Adelaide Hilton International on Sunday 16th and finishes in the afternoon on Sunday 23rd.

2011 Intinerary will be released on July 3rd.

2011 Itinerary

Starting:

Day 1. Sunday Jan 16 Santos Tour Down Under Classic
50km Adelaide East End Street Race

The Tour starts from Adelaide on the afternoon of January 16 2011. You will be staying in Franklin Central Apartments in the heart of Adelaide close to the Adelaide City Council Tour Village and the Adelaide Hilton International , and all the pro riders. Close to restaurants, shops and nightlife. Complimentary drinks at our Tour launch and presentation at the Hotel Hilton Adelaide when you receive your Tour Jersey. We then take you to the Down Under Classic exclusive viewing and catering.

Day 2. Monday Jan 17 Rest day
……We ride about 50km

We take you for a short ride along Adelaide 's coast. Enjoy a coffee break at the beach and cycle back into the city. The afternoon is then yours. Feel free to check out the local bike shops, do some shopping or just chill out.

Day 3. Tuesday Jan 18 Stage 1
138km… Mawson Lakes to Angaston

The first road Stage. We ride approximately 100km. (see note below) Just like the pros, the Tour really starts for us today. We transport you and your bike to our ride start a little way into the TDU Stage 1. We then ride the course that the pros will ride later in the day and get you to the finish in time to watch the race finish. There is back-up with you all the way so if you feel like a break, climb on board the bus. You don’t have to ride the whole distance. In the evening after the stage check out what Adelaide has on offer.

Day 4. Wednesday Jan 19 Stage 2
146km…… Tailem Bend to Mannum

This is a brand new stage for the Santos TDU and just like yesterday, we will look after you with full support all the way. We ride about 120km.(see note below) Our tour guides ride with you and know the road. After the stage we have an exclusive dinner at the Tour Village.

Day 5. Thursday Jan 20 Stage 3
136km……Unley to Stirling

Again the Stirling stage will start at Unley, but has a new climb into Stirling. It has the same 3 fiinishing circuits at Stirling which created such an exciting finish. We ride up to approximately 111km.(see note below) Again, we will look after you with full support all the way. Our tour guides ride with you and know the road. After the stage the evening is free for you to do what you like. Relax in the hotel or check out the nightlife.

Day 6. Friday Jan 21 Stage 4
124km……Norwood to Strathalbyn

Today’s stage is the official Mutual Community Challenge Tour. It is a recreational ride that follows the race route and has been called Australia’s fastest growing recreational ride. Just like every day so far, we look after you. You can opt for any shorter distance you choose. Your registration fee will get you the exclusive Challenge Tour jersey, and is included with your BCCT tour entry. Your evening is free.

Day 7. Saturday Jan 22 Stage 5
131km…… McLaren Vale to Willunga

The last road stage and again just like all the other days, we look after you. Full support, back-up and encouragement to get you through. We ride approximately 40km or 65km (see note below) In the evening as part of the Club Tour we attend the very special and popular Legends’ Night Dinner.

Day 8. Jan 23 Stage 6

We may have a short training or recovery ride in the morning if you choose; a long coffee then we settle in and watch the final street stage. Again as on the Down Under Classic you will have very privileged VIP viewing and catering.

Optional Upgrades & Extras NOT included in tour price:

Book before October 10th and receive $100 discount off tour price.

Please indicate your requirements on the entry form.

· Extra night. Accommodation (room only) $180.00p/room

· Single room supplement per night (own room) $90.00pp

· Extra Tour Jersey $140each

· Extra Polo Top $50 each

Please indicate your requirements on the entry form.

What you bring

Your own bike (We have a limited number of bikes for hire)
Helmet & riding gear for all weather conditions
Suitable casual clothing/shoes & personal items After 5 wear or Lounge suit for the Legend’s dinner
Sunscreen
Spare tubes
Camera

Fitness:

This Tour is designed for the “want to be rider” who likes a real challenge and would like to ride each road stage of up to 130km a day for 5 days and still see the Tour Down Under action. Each stage will be split into 4 stages of up to 40km. You will have ample opportunity for rest & photo breaks. There is no requirement to participate in each riding session or to ride the whole distance; likewise there will be opportunities to push your boundaries if you wish. Our support vehicle & guides are with you all the way. You get full support just like the pro riders. The race routes are challenging and we recommend a suitable training regime prior to this tour.

Note:

By the nature of design of some of the road stages and enforced road closures, we are not able to ride the full race distance each day. We will however aim to ride the maximum distance practicable and allowable.

Details are subject to change.

A more precise daily itinerary will be sent to you if you register for this tour.

To Reserve your position on this tour click on the Bookings link below

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Please contact admin@bccycletours.com.au or phone 0427000957 for further details.