- Please limit your luggage to one medium-sized suitcase and one carry-on
- Call your bank/credit cards to notify them of upcoming travel
- Ensure your ID card or passport is valid for 3-6 months after return date
- Make sure to have valid negative Covid-19 PCR or antigenic test of less than 72 hours before the trip start if traveling on a guided tour
- Be in possession of all requested documents, QR codes relative to the Covid-19 crisis necessary by the local authorities
- We recommend keeping these items in your carry-on while traveling
- Travel confirmations and tickets for air, rail, etc.
- ID card or Passport, including photocopy
- Local currency
- Cycling Mountains Route Guide (with meeting and departing information)
- Emergency contacts
- Health insurance information
- Medications
- Valid Covid-19 QR code or negative test result, passenger locator form if necessary
- Cell phone and charger
- Photography gear
- Charger
- Power/plug adapter
- Toiletries
- Sunscreen,
- Sunglasses, and other sun protection gear
- Insect repellent
- Cycling jerseys or athletic shirts
- Cycling shorts
- Cycling shoes (if you bring your own pedals)
- Sneakers (if you don’t bring your own pedals)
- Athletic socks
- Arm/leg warmers
- Lightweight, waterproof, wind-resistant jacket or vest
- Bike gloves
- Bike saddle/cover (if you prefer your own)
- Personal tools (on Self-Guide trip)
- First Aid Kit (on Self-Guide trip)
- Cycling shorts are designed to provide extra padding when spending the whole day in the saddle. You’ll be glad to have them—don’t forget the chamois cream!
- If you bring your own cycling shoes, you must bring your own pedals. If you’ve never used clip-in pedals before, we don’t recommend using them on tour.
- Arm and leg warmers are essential for cooler weather. Wear them with your short-sleeve jersey and shorts for lightweight, easy-to-pack, and effective warmth.
- Bike gloves are a preference, but are recommend for Level 3 and 4 tours. The padding in gloves can ease arm, shoulder, and joint fatigue.
- Walking shoes
- Long and short-sleeved shirts
- Sweater/jacket for evenings
- Dinner attire (dressy casual) + dress shoes
- Swimsuit
The location and time of year of your tour can bring all kinds of weather, from extreme heat to relentless rain. Check extended forecasts before your trip and pack accordingly.