(EMAILWIRE.COM, November 04, 2009 ) Scottsdale, AZ— For those people who always wanted to be an explorer in their childhood fantasies - this award winning cycling trip through the Pyrenees is a great simulation and a modern expedition for modern amateur cyclists. In the spirit of the old explorers, Discover France brings this trip to the strong and determined cyclists out there who seek a challenge. The Pyrenees Mountain chain---that natural border between France and Spain which remains 'sauvage' - natural and true to traditions---is the barrier to be crossed by bicycle.
Starting on the Atlantic Coast Coast in the glitzy casino town of Biarritz, you quickly leave the glitz behind and dive into the back country of the Pyrenees. Small villages, small and quiet roads, traditional craftspeople and an older way of life dominate the landscape here. Riding along at a speed that allows you to absorb the majesty of this region will take you mind off the climbing you need to do almost every day before reach the Mediterranean coast at Collioure. After 8 days of riding you can dip your toes in the Med on the other side of the mountains and relish no small victory of one of nature's most imposing mountain barriers in one of Europe's most undeveloped regions.
Chosen as one of the Best New Trips of 2010 by National Geographic Adventure, this trip has captured much attention, and this is the third year in a row that Discover France has been recognized by National Geographic Adventure. As the premiere bicycle tour company in France, Discover FranceÂ’s familiarity, and presence assure participants the best experience available. The headline of the article is below. For more information about Discover France and Cycling Classics, contact Loren Siekman at Loren@discoverfrance.com or visit www.discoverfrance.com.
Best New Adventure Trips for 2010
National Geographic Adventure presents the best new trips in the world for 2010.
Text by Claire Martin
Now more than ever, travelers want their dollars to do more—for others, for the planet, for themselves. At least that's what we found while searching for the best trips of 2010. From wolf-tracking in Slovakia to rafting a forbidden river in Bhutan, here are 25 brand-new adventures, all of them just right for right now.
