Allant Holidays is a brilliant way to enjoy the Pyrenees stages of the Tour de France. Whether you want to cycle some of the stunning valleys, mountains & legendary summits like The Tourmalet or watch roadside as a fan, Steve and Sarah will cater for both the riding and non-riding cycling fan with their wonderful local knowledge, friendly and informal hospitality. When you are not within touching distance of your cycling protégés or cycling down the beautiful valleys minutes after the Lanterne Rouge you are back relaxing in the comfort of their guest house enjoying Sarah's superb delicious home cooked meals served with generous amounts of good wine. The opportunity is also there to improve your descending and ascending skills with Steve, a British cycling coach. Steve puts you at ease whatever your level. The group numbers are small and the days are flexible depending on what you feel like doing.

When it comes to the Tour de France Pyrenees stages (we were spoilt with 5 this year) no need to worry about transport to the best viewing points. Whether it be watching your favourites gather for a stage start in a town, watching in awe the 'general classification' elite climbers perform high up on the vertiginous summits or watching a Cavendish stage sprint finish, Steve, who deals with the cycling side of things, bike supply, logistics and transport will have you right at the perfect spot. A pack lunch is provided by Sarah. If you're not planning cycling, take your lycra just in case, the whole experience is so inspirational that you will regret not getting on a bike whatever your level. I cycled up the Tourmalet completely on a whim spurred on by enthusiastic roadside French spectators, farmers and children all encouraging me on, 'allez, allez', the beautiful scenery, the fact that it was the Tour de France, stopping occassionally to soak up the view and to nibble on one of Sarah's Brie & jambon baquettes, well, I was in France after all. My impromptu ride was cut short a few kilometres from the summit by the gendarme as there were too many bikes already around the finish line area. Next time I'll leave a bit earlier. Just goes to show you, regular rides up and around petite Col du Richmond Park in London and the right atmosphere on the day was enough to get me up one of the most famous climbs. I highly recommend the whole experience.

The Hotel was in excellent condition! The rooms were very spacious and were very clean also there was a games room which includes games consoles, pool table and a darts board which is great for a family. The pool is reasonably small but is also great for the family! The breakfast is excellent if you want a quick fill up before a busy day. The dinners are always very delicious. In the area there are lots of activities to do and the hosts are very knowledgeable. We would definitely go back!

Great base for exploring the region whether cycling or walking. Rooms are clean and spacious. Hosts friendly and attentive. Nice to relax in the evening with a good meal , wine and friends, planning the next days excursions. Had a very memorable week and will definately go back when visiting the region again.

Steve and Sarah are wonderful hosts who go that little bit extra to make your holiday one to remember for all the right reasons. Based in Galan, Allant Holidays makes the perfect base for cycling in the pyrenees, especially some of the big "hills" visited by the Tour de France, and Steve is an amazing coach, regardless of how quick or slow you are! Even if you aren't a cyclist, let your other half disappear up the mountains, and enjoy the peace and quiet next to the pool, with plenty of space in the lounge and games room (all of which are very clean) when it gets too hot outside. We visited the market town of Lannemezan and a nearby reservoir on our days off from cycling - both of which were very picturesque. There is a self catering option - but do try and eat the meals available at least once as Sarah's homemade cooking is very good - especially the deserts - and is easily enough to satisfy hungry cyclists! I'll definitely be going back and couldn't recommend here highly enough :)