GRAN FONDO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
CANADA 2020
WHISTLER - VANCOUVER
SEPTEMBER 3RD - 14TH
11 NIGHTS (pricing to be confirmed)
7 NIGHTS (RACE WEEK ONLY) (pricing to be confirmed)
Limited places available - Express your interest now
FLIGHTS CAN BE ARRANGED WITH OUR TRAVEL AGENT TO ENSURE YOU ARRIVE AND DEPART AT THE CORRECT TIMES FOR TRANSFERS
Whistler
Whistler is a town north of Vancouver, British Columbia, that's home to Whistler Blackcomb, one of the largest ski resorts in North America. Normally associated with skiing and snowboarding, the area will transform itself to the finishing venue for the Gran Fondo World Championships. The hub of Whistler is a compact, chalet-style pedestrian village at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. We will spend 4 nights here giving us time to explore all there is and complete some rides of the area including the finishing stages of the Gran Fondo.
Vancouver
Vancouver, our host city for the 2020 Gran Fondo World championships is a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections. We will spend 7 nights here in this amazing city.
Itinerary
Thursday September 3rd
Arrive Vancouver Airport.
Transfer to Whistler where after checking in our mechanics will be able to assist you to assemble your bikes and get them ready for the riding to come then in the evening we will have our first group dinner in one of the many local restaurants.
Friday September 4th – Whistler
Today we will have an organised ride to get the travel out of your legs, departing the hotel at approximately 10am.
Saturday September 5th – Whistler, Group Ride
Today we will venture out on a group ride leaving at 9am. For those who wish to do so, in the afternoon you have the chance to explore Whistler and maybe take the gondola up to the snow cover peak of the mountain.
Sunday September 6th – Whistler Group ride
Another group ride around Whistler where you will be able to have a good hit out for those who want to test their legs after all the travel.
Monday September 7th – Transfer to Vancouver
Today we will transfer from Whistler by coach to our accommodation in Vancouver, the venue for the GFWC races. Our hotel is close to the start area so you will have easy access to the start on race day.
Arrival of Race week only group
Tuesday September 8th – Time Trial course recon
You will be able to ride the TT course today to get a feel for the terrain and wind conditions you may encounter on race day.
Wednesday September 9th -
Today will be another opportunity for those wishing to take a last minute review of the TT or Road courses, or just rest up for the racing to come.
Thursday September 10th - Time Trial and Opening Ceremony
**TIME TRIAL RACE DAY!**
The TT course is yet to be released, when it is we will have a good description and link of it here so you will have a good understanding of it before you arrive in Canada.
View the TT course - (will be added when available)
Friday September 11th - Team Relay
The spectacular Team Relay race around the streets of Vancouver is on today in the early evening. If you are in a Team for the relay we will arrange everything so you are ready to race your best on the night.
Saturday September 12th -
The road courses this year is a fairly simple design with it being basically on one road unlike Varese in Italy where there were many challenging changes of direction. The course is relatively flat for approximately 70kms before the climb up to Whistler commences.
View the Road courses (will be added when available)
Sunday September 13th
**ROAD RACE DAY**
After all the racing has concluded a Group farewell dinner will be held tonight to toast all your achievements
Monday September 14th – Transfer to Vancouver airport
Time to shake off that hangover and pack your bikes for your journey home.
SEPTEMBER 3RD - 14TH
11 NIGHTS (pricing to be confirmed)
7 NIGHTS (RACE WEEK ONLY) (pricing to be confirmed)
Limited places available - Express your interest now
FLIGHTS CAN BE ARRANGED WITH OUR TRAVEL AGENT TO ENSURE YOU ARRIVE AND DEPART AT THE CORRECT TIMES FOR TRANSFERS
Whistler
Whistler is a town north of Vancouver, British Columbia, that's home to Whistler Blackcomb, one of the largest ski resorts in North America. Normally associated with skiing and snowboarding, the area will transform itself to the finishing venue for the Gran Fondo World Championships. The hub of Whistler is a compact, chalet-style pedestrian village at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. We will spend 4 nights here giving us time to explore all there is and complete some rides of the area including the finishing stages of the Gran Fondo.
Vancouver
Vancouver, our host city for the 2020 Gran Fondo World championships is a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections. We will spend 7 nights here in this amazing city.
Itinerary
Thursday September 3rd
Arrive Vancouver Airport.
Transfer to Whistler where after checking in our mechanics will be able to assist you to assemble your bikes and get them ready for the riding to come then in the evening we will have our first group dinner in one of the many local restaurants.
Friday September 4th – Whistler
Today we will have an organised ride to get the travel out of your legs, departing the hotel at approximately 10am.
Saturday September 5th – Whistler, Group Ride
Today we will venture out on a group ride leaving at 9am. For those who wish to do so, in the afternoon you have the chance to explore Whistler and maybe take the gondola up to the snow cover peak of the mountain.
Sunday September 6th – Whistler Group ride
Another group ride around Whistler where you will be able to have a good hit out for those who want to test their legs after all the travel.
Monday September 7th – Transfer to Vancouver
Today we will transfer from Whistler by coach to our accommodation in Vancouver, the venue for the GFWC races. Our hotel is close to the start area so you will have easy access to the start on race day.
Arrival of Race week only group
Tuesday September 8th – Time Trial course recon
You will be able to ride the TT course today to get a feel for the terrain and wind conditions you may encounter on race day.
Wednesday September 9th -
Today will be another opportunity for those wishing to take a last minute review of the TT or Road courses, or just rest up for the racing to come.
Thursday September 10th - Time Trial and Opening Ceremony
**TIME TRIAL RACE DAY!**
The TT course is yet to be released, when it is we will have a good description and link of it here so you will have a good understanding of it before you arrive in Canada.
View the TT course - (will be added when available)
Friday September 11th - Team Relay
The spectacular Team Relay race around the streets of Vancouver is on today in the early evening. If you are in a Team for the relay we will arrange everything so you are ready to race your best on the night.
Saturday September 12th -
The road courses this year is a fairly simple design with it being basically on one road unlike Varese in Italy where there were many challenging changes of direction. The course is relatively flat for approximately 70kms before the climb up to Whistler commences.
View the Road courses (will be added when available)
Sunday September 13th
**ROAD RACE DAY**
After all the racing has concluded a Group farewell dinner will be held tonight to toast all your achievements
Monday September 14th – Transfer to Vancouver airport
Time to shake off that hangover and pack your bikes for your journey home.
Full tour package 12 nights - inclusions
- All group transfers
- 12 nights accommodation including breakfast in 4 star hotels in Sunshine Valley and Vancouver - standard room based on twin share (single supplements available on request).
- Free laundry service for cycle clothing
- Team Manager to assist with any requirements during your stay
- 2 x Group dinners
- Team Mechanic though out the tour
- Guides to assist on rides
- Scheduled training rides as required to prepare for the week of racing to come
- RR and TT Course recon prior to race days
- Indoor Trainers provided for TT warm ups
- Non riders catered for
- DCT cycling kit, jersey, nicks, gilet and socks
- All group transfers
- 7 nights accommodation including breakfast in 4 star hotel in Vancouver - standard room based on twin share (single supplements available on request).
- Team Manager to assist with any requirements during your stay
- 1 x Group dinner
- Team Mechanic though out the tour
- Guides to assist on rides
- Scheduled training rides as required to prepare for the week of racing to come
- RR and TT Course recon prior to race days
- Indoor Trainers provided for TT warm ups
- Non riders catered for
- DCT cycling kit, jersey, nicks, gilet and socks
