The India partner for the London and Chicago marathons, Active Holiday Company, is now offering Indian travellers the chance to experience the marquee Tour de France for the first time. Billed as one of the largest and most popular sporting events in the world, cycling&rsquos toughest challenge comprises 21 day-long segments called stages over 3,500km of challenging (and scenic) terrain. Watch the extraordinary race live over two stages, with the option to catch the finish and even ride some of the routes (Brittany stages for 5 days from July 9 for £699 or the Alpine stages from July 21-26 for £1,199 activeholidaycompany.com).