Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Brisbane
Upon arrival into Brisbane International airport, take the seat-in-coach transfer to the city. If you are bringing your own bicycle packed in a bike box, transfer for your bicycle is included.
Visit the event venue to collect your goodie bag. Self-build your bike or collect your rental bicycle from the appointed bike store located nearby. If time permits, you may take a spin along Brisbane River.
Official Check In Time is 2.00 PM.
Meal: nil
Stay: hotel/apartment, Brisbane
Day 2 Brisbane *Tour de Brisbane*
Featuring an iconic city-based course and fully closed roads, the Tour de Brisbane is a world class cycling experience. An opportunity to challenge yourself and ride with many other cyclists from all over the world.
After the ride, rest and relax at the event venue and enjoy the fringe activities specifically prepared for all cyclists and visitors. You may have the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the world-famous UCI cycling teams.
Return your rental bicycle or self-box your bicycle.
Meal: nil
Stay: hotel/apartment, Brisbane
Cycling Distance: 120 KM, 60 KM or 30 KM
Day 3 Depart Brisbane
Choose to sleep in or simply rest and relax until check out. Continue your onward journey or depart for Brisbane Airport. Departure seat-in-coach transfer is provided for you (& your bicycle packed in a bike box).
Official Check Out Time is 10.00 AM.
Meal: nil
Recommendation: you may consider to extend 1 or 2 days to explore the surroundings of Brisbane on your bicycle after the event.
Inclusions
~ 2 nights accommodation in hotel, 1-Bedroom or 2-Bedroom apartment;
~ return airport transfer based on seat-in-coach (with/without bike box);
~ registration to Tour de Brisbane event in one of the ride categories, Gran Fondo, Medio or Piccolo;
~ one-day rider insurance on Tour de Brisbane event day;
~ limited edition Tour de Brisbane jersey;
~ cross the finishing line, get a medal, cap & bidon.
Exclusions
~ air travel to Brisbane, Australia;
~ Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or visa to Australia;
~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;
~ expenditure of personal effects;
~ all meals;
~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.
Important Notes
~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of total tour price is required at the time of booking. Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.
~ Should you require a electronic travel authorisation or visa to enter Australia, it is your responsibility to obtain such a document before departure.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore event’s cycling route may be altered due (not limited) to bad weather, local conditions, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond the event organiser’s control. The Organiser reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ All cyclists taking part in Gran Fondo must be at least 17 years of age or older. Cyclists taking part in Medio or Piccolo rides must be at least 15 years old or 13 years old respectively.
~ Power assisted bicycles also known as e-bikes are allowed on Medio and Piccolo rides.
~ The minimum speed requirements are 20 KM/Hour for Gran Fondo and Medio ride categories and 18 KM/Hour for Piccolo ride category.
~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ Trip grading is an indication on the difficulty of the cycling routes included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ All cyclists must wear a cycling helmet when cycling and are strongly encouraged to be appropriately dressed in covered footwear and attire suitable for cycling.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander and the Event Organiser. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
