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4 days • Inland Andalucía to the Mediterranean Coast
Fully Guided & Supported • Country Inns
Challenging Cycling

 

 

 

If you want a couple of days of thrilling cycling, this tour is the one for you. Touring this route by bicycle is challenging but all efforts will be rewarded tenfold by the exciting and ever shifting landscape you breath in. Frontiers of the Moorish rule, the towns have not forgotten their heritage and with the spectacular views and hearty food, you won’t either. Climbing passes used since the dawn of time, the natural geographic diversity is overwhelming and the glide back to the Mediterranean via a true mountain descent is an unforgettable delight.

 
Mountain View, Andalucia, Spain

 HIGHLIGHTS

 
 
     
  • Traditional Andalusian hospitality & great Lake vistas
  • Perched hillside chapels & winding Gorges
  • Cycle through Olive and Almond groves
  • Mountain descent through High Peaks in a National Park
  • Coastal ranges to tackle with Seaside views
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1
Andalucian town

Join this cycle tour in the beloved city of Granada in the morning, before we transfer inland to rural Andalucia. Cycle by a sparkling blue lake, through unspoilt countryside with Moorish watchtowers before finishing the day in a classic Andalusian baroque town of churches, fountains and vistas.

2
Alhama de Granada

Cycle by Roman olive groves, before we charge over the Sierras to a market town for a spot of well earned lunch. Explore the historic town before climbing out of the valley bottom to Alhama de Granada, soothing muscles in its thermal baths. Take an early evening afternoon walk along the deep cut gorge.

3
Seaside Town

Start the day cycling this undulating area with spectacular viewpoints of the distant Sierra Nevada mountains and the lovely Bermejales reservoir. In an unforgettable snaking descent through the Sierra de Almijara National Park's jagged peaks you tear through these monsters in an exhilarating drop to the Mediterranean Sea and a seaside town to relax with a well earned beer.

4
Granada

Time for a quick sunbathe or beachfront stroll before transferring to Granada where we say goodbye to this impressive Cycling Country.

 
Route Inland Andalucia to the Mediterranean - See Map for route
Accommodation

Small charming inns and hotels - all bedrooms are en-suite - 3 nights

Food

All 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners

Extras Included

- Hire of 24 speed Trek hybrid bike with front handlebar bag / map carrier
- Pre tour pack
- Tour guide book
- Daily snacks and refreshments
- Complimentary water bottle

Transfer From arrival and departure points at Granada airport, train or bus stations.
Activity Level Challenging - this tour is appropriate for cyclists who enjoy hilly countryside with some long climbs. (Daily average of 90 km)
Terrain Quiet country paths and mountain roads. Rolling countryside with some long climbs (and descents!)
Staff

1 leader with full van support to pick up souvenirs, provide refreshments, act as guide, offer tips and insights throughout the day, provide directional signs where required, transfer luggage and provide on-road assistance

Group Size 4 to 12
Dates for 2008

Custom Dates - Your Choice if booking with a group of 4 or more (check for availability)

Price

Eur 475 (single supplement Eur 85)

Mountain Valley, Andalucia, Cycling Holiday, Spain