The Cape Town Cycle Tour is the largest timed cycle race in the world. This spectacular race huge the coastline of the Cape Peninsula offering great views of this popular holiday destination. Over the 109km distance the atmosphere is great with spectators and support over most of the route.
During the tour we will cover 3 days of cycling prior to prepare for the race. The distances are about 100km per day on different routes. Luxury Accommodation can be arranged or you can book this before if you prefer. Race day is on the 12 March 2023 so the Preparation Tour will start on the 8 March.
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| TOTAL DISTANCE | 300 km | ||||||
| FITNESS LEVEL | Intermediate to advanced (we can cater for beginner cyclist too) | ||||||
| WHAT TO BRING | Cycle clothing & shoes (Bicycle rental with helmet can be arranged | ||||||
| CYCLE TOUR ENTRY | Please book own race entry:Â https://www.capetowncycletour.com/lifecycle-week/ctct/race-entries/ | ||||||
| ACOMODATION | https://yeboguesthouse.com/ &Â http://www.caperiviera.co.za/ |
Cycle Routes
- Cape Peninsula – 105km – 1100m elevation
- Stellenbosch to Franschhoek loop – 110km – 1000m elevation
- Gordon’s Bay to Hermanus via Clarence Drive – 85km – 800m elevation
Additional information
| Age | 18+ |
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Day 1
Cape Peninsula
Distance: 80km -120km
6:00 AM: Pick up from hotel
6:30 AM: Cycle Cape Peninsula
12:00 PM: Lunch & Winetasting Constantia Wine route
3:00 PM: Drop off at hotel
Day 2
Stellenbosch To Villiersdorp or Grabouw
Distance: 77km or 100km
6:00 AM: Pick up from guesthouse
6:30 AM: Cycle to Villiersdorp
9:00 AM: Coffee & snacks in Franschoek
11:30 AM: Freshen up
12:00 AM: Lunch in Villiersdorp
1:00 PM: Villiersdorp Wine Route & visit Alpaca Farm or continue to Grabouw
4:00 PM: Return to guesthouse
Day 3
Caledon to Hermanus (via Hemel-en-Aarde Valley)
Distance: 42km
6:00 AM: Pick up from guesthouse
6:30 AM: Drive to Caledon
7:00 AM: Start cycling
10:00 AM: Arrive in Hermanus & check into guesthouse
12:00 AM: Lunch & wine tasting on Hemael-en Aarde Wine Route
4:00 PM: Return to guesthouse
Day 4
Hermanus/Kleinmond to Gordon’s Bay (via Clarence Drive)
Distance: 85km/49 km
6:00 AM: Cycle to Gordon's Bay from guesthouse
7:30 AM: Coffee & snacks in Betty's Bay Harbor
8:00 AM: Cycle along Clarens Drive
11:30 AM: Drive to Cape Town
12:00 PM: Freshen up
1:00 PM: Lunch & wine tour in Constantia Wine Route
4:00 PM: Return to guesthouse
Day 5
Chapman’s Peak Route
Distance: 110km
6:00 AM: Pick up from hotel
6:30 AM: Cycle Chapman's Peak Route
09:00 AM: Coffee & snack at Noordhoek Farm Village
11:00 AM: Boulder's Beach
13:00 PM: Coffee & cake in Scarborough
15:00 PM: Finish tour
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