We are inviting participation in a cycling fundraising event to raise funds for the expansion of the school facilities, primarily the senior secondary school, for 16- 18-year olds.

WHERE: Bordeaux / Tour de Gironde, France

WHEN: Last week of August. Interest must be expressed by Monday, March 9th, 2026 and we will send you route details to decide and confirm by early April.

FORMAT: Flexible/Self-guided. Choose between 3 or 5 days of cycling

TERRAIN: Mostly traffic-free, well-surfaced cycle routes

PURPOSE: Sponsored activity to raise funds/awareness for Druk Padma Karpo School.

This is not a fixed ‘group’ activity, you may do 3 days, you may choose a longer route taking 5 days, you will be your own guide, you may cycle with others on the same route, or just meet at the end of the day.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or a leisure rider, this is your chance to explore the famous "Tour de Gironde"—a route renowned for its mostly smooth, traffic-free paths and breathtaking scenery.

Would you, your friends, your children or grandchildren be interested in doing this?

Please express your interest in participating and fundraising by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 2026 and we will send you details of the proposed routes for you to decide if you want to take part and to confirm by early April.

The Bordeaux region of France is very popular and so you will need to book accommodation and trains in early April. So although you may have many months for your fitness training, we will need to know by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.^{This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.}This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are at all interested in taking part. 

We will then have just a few weeks to confirm participation, the distance/days being done, work out the logistics of which routes are being done, and to then suggest dates, travel and accommodation for you to book.