Santos Tour Down Under 2024
Australia
10 days (Bike: 8 days)
680 km (~85km per day)
Active
Hilly, On-road
Guided
Supported
Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, and the City
Ride Holidays invites you to experience the 2024 Santos Tour Down Under. One of the best cycling events on the planet. Pull up a bike seat, sit back and let the world spin by.
100% of our staff are Adelaide born and bred. They know the secret roads, the best cafes and restaurants. Be prepared to be treated like a local.
Our official tour operator status (our 10th consecutive year) opens doors that are often closed. Including V.I.P starts and finishes.
We've found the perfect mix of visiting the Adelaide Hills, followed by the beautiful Barossa Valley, before descending upon the city of Adelaide for the climax of the greatest cycling race in the Southern Hemisphere. Get involved with the action. Experience the thrill of seeing this world class event live!
It's not all about the race. In fact, the race is just a part of a great holiday. We focus on the magnificent cycling on offer, as well as eating at the very best South Australian restaurants and cafes. You will come home having experienced the full flavour of what the region has to offer.
Our itinerary is tailored for all levels of cyclists as well as non-riders, (team Macchiato) who are very welcome. Be assured, you won't just be following the cyclists. Your days will include visits to regional must-see attractions, wineries, boutique shopping, enjoying local cafes and restaurants, some walking, plus much more. This group will have their own vehicle and local guide!
Throughout our 10-day tour, we’ll cater to all levels of cyclist. From the fastest cyclists – referred to as the whippets, right through to the more leisurely weekend warrior. Everyone will be well looked after.
The most common question we have is about the heat. Yes, it can get hot. However, it can also be very cool. On our last tour we had four hot days and having local guides meant that we were able to change the itinerary accordingly. We also had three days where we were riding in arm warmers and vests. Basically - we can never tell what the weather will be. What we can do is be flexible and have a plan in place for all conditions.
Tour Information
From
Adelaide
To
Adelaide
Cost From
Guided NZ$ 4750
Departure(s)
January 13, 2024
Single Supplement
$1200 NZD
Inclusions
- 4 nights Adelaide, 2 nights Barossa, 3 nights Hahndorf. Staying in 4-star hotels.
- 1 local Adelaide guide for every 5 clients.
- Local Adelaide cycle guides who know every nook and cranny.
- Majority of meals are included – as per the itinerary.
- Cycling snacks. Bananas, muesli bars, electrolytes etc.
- Our own designated RIDE Holidays V.I.P pen. At a start and finish.
- Walk behind the scenes with the pros.
- See the event race 5 – 6 times. (including the city crit)
- Both men’s and women’s stages.
- Choice of three guided rides daily - 60 kms to 110kms plus
- Separate itinerary, vehicle and guide for Team Macchiato (non-riders)
- Support vehicles stocked with cold drinks
- 10-week training program leading up to the STDU
- Souvenir 40-page booklet included
- RIDE Holidays cycle jersey
Exclusions
- Airfares and extra accommodation
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary. Alcohol.
- Travel Insurance - including cover for your bikes.
- Participation event. Formally known as the Challenge Tour. We just don’t know at this stage if such a thing will happen in 2024.
Options
- Bike hire $900NZD (we can get road e-bikes, but they are at a higher cost)
- Extra Adelaide accommodation & Breakfast $190.00NZD Per person twin share
- The cost for non-riders is the same as for cyclists. We pay for a lot of your winery lunches, entry fees etc etc.
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