Important information about this trip

This is an open challenge.  These challenges are organised directly by our tour operator and there will be other people raising money for different charities on the event although we aim to recruit as many people as possible from NDCS.  The tour operator will be looking after the administration of the event and NDCS will be supporting you with your fundraising.  Your sponsorship money will still be paid directly to NDCS. 

Event Registration fee: £399
Minimum sponsorship: £3125
(of which £1250 is tour costs)
80% sponsorship (£2500) due: 10 weeks before your departure.
100% of sponsorship due in: 1 month after arrival home

This includes flights, all transportation for the trip, accommodation and food (apart from 4 meals).

It does not include travel insurance, in bound airport tax and fuel surcharge if applicable, optional tours and tips. Meals not included are dinner on day 10, lunch and dinner on day 11 and lunch on day 12. 

You will be sent a full kit list by the tour operator. We will be using 21 speed mountain bikes fitted with semi slick tyres. You can bring your own bike/saddles and pedals if you prefer. 

Anyone with a general level of fitness can take part from 18 to 80+. You will receive a pre-challenge fitness program from the Tour Operator when you register to help make sure you’re in top condition in time for your challenge. 

Spend 2 nights in 2-3* hotels, 8 nights in simple chalets and lodges with basic washing facilities. 

The food will be wholesome, tasty and plentiful. There will be snacks and water available during the cycle. 

March 14 – 24°C
October 11-21°C
 

Our team at NDCS will do everything they can to help you meet your fundraising target. You will be given a dedicated contact from our events team to give you fundraising support and to provide you with a few tried and tested fundraising ideas. You will also receive sponsor forms, and can request collection tins, an NDCS t-shirt and lots more to help your fundraising events to go off with a bang!