Ride France. I’ll handle the rest.
Cycling trips across the Alps, Provence and beyond — small groups, iconic climbs and routes, and every detail handled.
Guiding Since 2008 : Alpes Provence and Beyond : Small Groups : Full Van Support
Original Alpe d’Huez Tour
The one that started it all. Seven days on the greatest climbs — Alpe d’Huez, the Galibier, the Madeleine and the hidden Lacets de Montvernier — from the roads I’ve guided since 2008. Point to Point Tour
7 days · Alpe d’Huez & the Oisans
Alpe d’Huez Mont Ventoux
Two legends, one week. Ride the 21 bends and the Giant of Provence — with the Col du Galibier and the stunning Gorges de la Nesque along the way . A two-centre holiday, transfers handled.
7 days · Alps & Provence ·
Bespoke Cycling Tour
Your dates, your group, your climbs. A bespoke holiday designed from the ground up — whether it’s you and your friends, your cycling club, or a corporate or charity event. Tell me what you’ve got in mind and I’ll build it.
Groups of any size · France
Why Ride with Me
Supported, every mile. The van carries every bag between hotels, so it’s waiting for you each evening — and the support vehicle is with you all day, whether you’re flying up the climbs or taking it steady. You ride; I’ve got the rest.
A route for every rider. A and B options on the big climbing days, and a rest day built into each region — so a mixed-ability group all get the day they were after, and nobody’s dragged up something they didn’t sign up for.
Fed and watered. Breakfast and a proper picnic lunch every riding day, with dinners you can add on if you’d like them. No hunting for a boulangerie halfway up a col.
Small groups, real knowledge. No coach-loads — just a handful of riders and someone who’s been guiding these roads since 2008. The quiet way up a famous climb, the right day for Ventoux, where the good coffee stop is: that hard-won local know-how is really what you’re booking.
Testimonials
A Whelan Phil and the team at 21 Bends were a fantastic support on our recent Alpes d”Heuz trip! Always close by with water, snacks and big smile and encouraging words! Delighted to recommend the service. Thanks all for an unforgettable experience.
J Bremner I stayed with More Than 21 Bends in 2014 and again in 2016. Both trips were well organised and supported and the local knowledge of Phil is second to none.
The trip via Chateau Neuf du Pape/ Ventoux / Nesque Gorge was a particular highlight of visit 2. I wouldn’t hesitate to contact More Than 21 Bends.
D Wright Love Phil and Helen, a delightful couple organising the most fabulous cycling tours. Both my trips have been just brilliant, breathtaking, rewarding and incredibly well organised.
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