Tour de Quisqueya
TOUR DE QUISQUEYA now accepting registrations!
Experience Haiti like never before: Sign up, learn more at www.cyclequisqueya.org
From January 9 to 18, 2016 the inaugural Tour de Quisqueya will offer six days of road-cycling for a total of 266 miles (greater distances optional), various volunteer opportunities, time for beach and relaxation, as well as cultural excursions. The Tour will also feature a large-scale tree-planting event in commemoration of the January 12 anniversary of the devastating 2010 Earthquake.
The Tour de Quisqueya combines athleticism with tourism and is subject to strict capacity limits. Registration closes November 1 or when capacity has been reached. Non-cyclists are welcome to register but will be on a standby basis until close of registration to maximize active participation of cyclists.
Overnight stops along the route, scouted in May of this year, include Port-Salut, Leogane, Port-au-Prince, Montrouis, Gonaives/ Ennery, and Cap Haitien. The itinerary also includes Les Cayes, Fonds-des-Negres, St. Marc, Mirebalais, and Milot. An optional excursion to Jacmel will be offered.
Registration fees of international cyclists will subsidize the participation of local athletes and includes all local logistics, transfers an accommodation, most meals, vehicle support, dedicated Tour staff and a Tour jersey.
SEEKING THE EXTRAORDINARY –SEEKING YOU!
This will be an unforgettable experience and provide a lens trough which to explore culture and natural beauty of an island destination too often overlooked.
Visit www.cyclequisqueya.org today and become part of history! Join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/tourdequisqueya