SANTOS
TOUR DOWN UNDER 2023
Adelaide, South Australia
January 2023
The Santos Tour Down Under is the Southern Hemisphere's premier cycling event. As the first event on the UCI Men's World Tour calendar, competition will be fierce as teams look to get their seasons' off to a positive start. Join us in exploring the beautiful Adelaide countryside, then experience the thrill of the racing up close during live stage viewings.
The official dates and route will be announced by the race organisers mid year, expect another route as action-packed as previous editions of the Tour!
This is a fully supported tour with daily rides around the Adelaide Region to experience not only the racing atmosphere, but also the culture of this beautiful South Australian State.
New for 2023 -Non-riding partners welcome!
Would you love to come to Adelaide but ridings not your thing? We can provide small excursions for you to enjoy while your other half is out riding and with easy access to town, shopping is right on your doorstep too. Share in the atmosphere of the Legend's Dinner, the famous Willunga Hill Stage or even ride with us in the support van if you wish.
Interested in joining us for 2023? See below for our previous itinerary outline.
PEDAL CARTEL Itinerary*
Day One, Sunday 16th January
People’s Choice Classic, Arrival Day
Tour included airport transfer to the apartments available until 3pm then head down to get your first taste of the action with the People’s Classic this evening.
Day Two, Monday 17th January
Tour Rest Day Group ride through Adelaide Hills, Norton Summit, Mt Lofty.
Group Dinner Family style at the apartments.
Day Three, Tuesday 18th January
Stage 1 Group ride to the Barossa Valley for live stage action -multi lap circuit.
Day Four, Wednesday 19th January
Stage 2 Adelaide Hills Adventure.
Day Five, Thursday 20th January
Stage 3 Pre Challenge Beach ride then relax by watching the race live back in your apartments or on the big screen tv in the Race Village.
Day Six, Friday 21st January
Stage 4 Challenge Fun Ride followed by Stage 4 Finish Viewing. Ride the course just hours before the Pros then relax and watch as they fight it out to the line.
Day Seven, Saturday 22nd January
Stage 5 Adelaide Surburbs Suprise
Legends Dinner Tonight we exchange lycra for formal wear as we sit back and enjoy a night of fine dining together with some of cyclings’ greats.
Day Eight, Sunday 23rd January
Stage 6 Willunga Hill Ride, Live roadside action of the final stage!
Day Nine, Monday 24th January
Depart Tour
*PEDAL CARTEL anticipated itinerary, this will be confirmed mid year upon release of the official race route.
Most days will consist of rides between 50-100km at a bunch pace.
Please note that Adelaide can experience high summer temperatures, due to this ride start times and distances may vary to the stated itinerary.
We recommend a good level of fitness to fully enjoy your cycling.
Duration 9 Days/8 Nights
Tour Price (Per person)
Until 31 August
$3000NZD Twin share
$2850NZD Couples share
From 1 September
$3200NZD Twin share
$3050NZD Couples share
##PLUS Sign up during July and receive a BONUS Pedal Cartel Hoodie!
Tour Package Includes
8 Nights City Centre Apartment style accommodation
Live viewing roadside for Santos Tour Down Under & People's Choice Classic
Organised daily rides
Mechanical and vehicle support
PEDAL CARTEL Cycling Kit
Challenge Fun Ride entry and cycle jersey
Santos Tour Down Under Legends Dinner (Value $250AUD)
Ride and post ride Nutrition
Daily continental breakfasts
Family style welcome dinner
Transfers to and from Adelaide Airport (Sunday 17th until 3pm, Monday 25th all day)
Exclusions
Airfares and Insurances
Meals, drinks and alcohol other than specified
Personal expenses and purchases
Payments
A $500 deposit* is required at the time of booking to secure your place.
Final payment is required by 1st October 2022.
*Deposit is non-refundable unless place is filled then, a $100 cancellation charge applies.
Race routes are traditionally released mid year, with this in mind our daily itinerary is subject to change.
One thing can be guaranteed -The same great race with the same inclusions!
2023 Expressions of Interest and Registrations
Keep up to date with any news on our tour by contacting below.