Cycling Country Bike Tours

Sea 2 Summit – Cycle Málaga to Sierra Nevada Loop.

The best road bike routes stick in your memory long after you have ridden a thousand more miles. This is that route.

A challenging self-guided Spanish bike tour that encapsulates everything that is amazing about road cycling in Andalucia. This triangle shaped itinerary will leave you begging for more of these dreamy roads. Start cycling from the Costa del Sol’s favourite coastal city, Málaga, all the way to the top of the highest road in Europe, Pico de Veleta in the Sierra Nevada. That is from 0 to 3394m and back. One for the bucket list. Wow.

The terrain takes no prisoners. Cycle alongside the blue of the Mediterranean Sea. Then the mountains appear, with your ascent of the Cabra (the Goat), the super hors category Pico Veleta in the Sierra Nevada and the snaking pass of the Puerto del Sol (Pass of the Sun). With three nights beside the sea, two nights in historic Granada, and one in rural Andalucia, you can’t get better road biking in Spain.

These roads are ridden by La Vuelta a España over and over, and for good reason. They are totally inspiring. We guarantee, you will not be disappointed. #TopRoadCycling

Starting our cycling tour from outside stunning Seville and its stately cathedral, pedal to the sunny city of Córdoba. Enjoy the awesome UNESCO Mezquita mosque-cathedral and medieval Jewish quarter, before heading off into rustic Andalucía, home of shimmering olive groves and rolling hills.

In the distance the mountains of the Sierra Nevada rise, and you arrive at the jewel in the Moorish crown, Granada. Strolling around the romantic gardens of the Alhambra Palace, the 8th wonder of the world, it is a fitting way to end this cycling tour of Southern Spain.

Fancy a day or two of fantastic riding and great cycling country? We have a number of trips for you to choose from in the countryside around Granada and our base in historic Alhama de Granada for different levels of riders.

Cycling around Alhama de Granada offers the cyclist everything from white villages, lakes, sea viewing points, category hill climbs (and descents), and quiet roads. And the town of Alhama itself offers a glimpse of rural Spain at its best with lively tapas bars, thermal springs and a stunning gorge.

Ride 1 is made for the road cyclist (experienced or leisure) and Ride 2 is a road bikers extravaganza crisscrossing the Coastal mountains. There is other fantastic riding in the area if you would like to stay for a night or 2 in a rural retreat and make a longer cycling holiday in Andalucía. 

Ride 1 – Moderate or Challenging – Hybrid or Road Bike – Self Guided – 55km or 75km. A circular loop ride passing small white villages and spinning through natural parks and an aqua blue lake.
Time: 6 hours. Price €50 pp. €10 extra if prefer road bike (hybrid hire included).  €40 extra p.p. for guided
Ride 2 – Challenging – Road Bike – Self Guided – 85km. Get out into the coastal mountains and challenge yourself on the Puerto de Sol, with views of the Med, finishing the day in the hot springs of Alhama.
Time: 6 hours. Price €50 pp, €40 extra p.p. for guided

Bike Portugal’s many quiet routes in the Alentejo region as well as the cosmopolitan vibe of Lisbon. Pamper yourself in the most special collection of hotels, both luxurious and historic and with daily cycle routes designed to treat you too.

Experience dynamic Lisbon before you start cycling into the tranquillity of the countryside of the Alentejo. Still mainly rural, bike through marble quarries, cork forests, olive groves and perhaps hear a unique type of polyphonic singing, so if you care to warble a few notes while pushing the pedals, you’ll fit right in.

Cycle to the UNESCO city of culture, Évora and see its atmosphere of medieval European and Roman ruins, the lovely towns of Estremoz and Monsaraz and the blue and white painted villages that lie in between. Taste the succulent red wines of the area at a private wine tasting, enjoy local specialities and an array of sweets to tempt any palate.

Stay in wonderful atmospheric historical monuments, now luxury Pousada hotels and including one of the Alentejo´s best hotels, the Convent do Espinheiro. This is surely a cycle trip for those who enjoy relaxing travel on two wheels, in a varied rich landscape.

Start cycling in the elegant coastal city of Málaga with its Roman theatre, Moorish Alcázar and Picasso Art Museums, continuing on to the charm of Ronda. Enjoy the goat’s milk cheeses, olive oil and gastronomy of the Deep South of Andalucia. See the famous El Chorro gorge, stay in a former 17th century Convent and revel in Córdoba’s UNESCO Heritage site, the Mezquita, Mosque Cathedral of Moorish times.

Cycle traffic free rails for trails in tranquil countryside, coastal bike paths and quiet roads in this real Andalucian Bike Tour.

Enjoy and experience the history of the the picturesque towns of Zuheros, Antequera and Ronda, whilst taking in some spectacular scenery of White Villages and Olive Groves without working too hard on those pedals! By journeying along some lovely paths and the traffic free, disused network of railway lines that once connected these towns and quiet country roads (“via verde”), riders are able to traverse this ever-changing terrain easily and safely.

A trip that is fit for those who aren’t keen to rack up the miles in the saddle but still enjoy cycling with some stunning sights and of course fine hotels and cultural experiences. This tour is a great introduction to Andalucia – a tapas taster if you like!

Cycle this phenomenal road cycling area, the best and highest in Europe!

Based in the centre of the beautiful city of Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, this tour takes you on 4 varied, scenic and challenging loop rides on roads carefully chosen by us using our local knowledge.
Rides are in the morning and get back early afternoon giving you plenty of time to relax, recover and explore the wonderful city. Being a short tour of 5 days in total, it should appeal to those of you who are looking to get some quality riding in on challenging roads over an extended weekend. 

The loops take us out of Granada (easy to cycle in and out of with our local knowledge) onto the silky smooth asphalt roads, passing olive and orange groves and white villages galore. As a final test on the last day of riding, you ascend the infamous “Pico Veleta” of the Sierra Nevada, Europe´s highest road. Plus you have the chance to ride other famous local climbs used in previous La Vuelta’s and the roads where the pros train (Movistar, Garmin, Lotto and Peter Sagan with his Bora Hansgrohe team).. An ideal fixed based training camp.

Fancy a day or two of fantastic riding and great cycling country? We have a number of trips for you to choose from in the countryside around Granada and our base in historic Alhama de Granada for different levels of riders.

Each cycling day ride is designed for different levels (from experienced roadies to beginners) and we have options for self-guided or guided. These rides could be just what your holiday needs after spending time in too many museums or lying on the beach at the Costa del Sol and needing the urge to burn off some of that sangría and paella.

Escape Granada city life and cycle out on some more tranquil roads and into the countryside that offers some staggering views of the Sierra Nevada and its most fertile surroundings.

Ride 1 – “River Cycling” – Easy – Hybrid bike – Guided – 30km. Follow the River Genil as it flows from the Sierra Nevada and feeds the rest of Andalucía. Enjoy this flat and gentle cycle with cafe stops and shady spots for rest.
Time: 4 hours. Price €85 pp,
Ride 2 – “In Columbus´ Footsteps” – Moderate – Guided – 60km. Explore this historic region, visit Santa Fe where Columbus received his commission to explore the “new world”, where Poet Garcia Lorca wrote his evocative poems and Kings and Queens trod.
A mainly rolling route with spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada mountain range.
Time: 6 hours. Price €95 pp, €10 extra if prefer road bike (hybrid hire included). (minimum 2 people)
Ride 3 – “Sierra Summits” – Challenging – Road Bike – Guided – 85km: 1200m ascent. Cycling the hilly terrain from Granada, wind your way up out of the city and tackle a 1300 metre pass (Granada being already at 700 metres) through stunning scenery into the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Road bike included in price.
Time: 6 hours. Price €100 pp (minimum 2 people).

Enjoy this luxury guided circular cycling trip around La Rioja, Spain. A cycle trip starting and ending in Bilbao, biking La Rioja wine region and visiting Pamplona & lovely San Sebastian. It is a region full of vineyards, internationally known for its superb wine, and charm is on every corner of the small and historic medieval villages, reflecting the tradition and culture of this unique area.

Get surprised by the great variety of this Spanish cycling tour.  Try the tastiest Basque pintxos-tapas on your way, trying some renowned wineries (such as Marqués de Riscal) and visiting some historical monuments, such as the UNESCO Yuso Monastery, considered the birthplace of the modern Spanish language, the Camino de Compostela and Neolithic sites.

Start in Bilbao, with its museums, enjoy medieval spots like Santo Domingo, Ezcaray and Laguardia, with baroque paintings and an ancient wall. Then on to Pamplona‘s historical centre, made famous for the running of bulls and its international visitors like Hemmingway and Chaplain, and elegant San Sebastian, holiday seaside spot of Northern Spain and its delicious gastronomy.

This cycling tour of Rioja and the Basque Country will consist of peaceful cycling, delicious sights and a glass of wine awaiting you at every turn!

As an official operator, we offer VIP access to La Vuelta on a daily basis to all stages.

Enjoy the spectacle of the race from an insider’s viewpoint by following the peloton in a race car.
See ANY STAGE of the 2021 Vuelta a Espana (14 August to 5 September 2021) with superb hospitality and VIP experiences.

Experience stage depart and finish line access, corporate hospitality, the race car and even helicopter rides – Dream big! Perfect for a surprise present!

1. Stage Depart or Finish - VIP tickets € 80
2. Santiago Final Stage  - Upgraded VIP tickets €335
3. La Vuelta Race car - Follow the stage € 925
4. Helicopter & Race Car - Top VIP package - please ask

Enjoy in this Andalucian bike tour, cycling the peaceful, rural countryside of Alhama and MontefrÍo, home of quiet mountains, grazing sheep and find solace in the great gardens of the Alhambra Palace in Granada. A nature lover’s paradise mixed with some lovely accommodation and great mixed ride options, including cycling Pico de Veleta, Europe’s highest road!

This is Quintessential Andalucía!

Cycling Country is proud to present this tour to you in all its finest as it is where our home base is and where we love to live and cycle!  Bike past Roman thermal waters, Arabic baths, wide open skies, curving roads past tranquil olive groves, shepherds guiding flocks and into quiet town centres where residents stroll in late afternoon sun, gathering on benches to discuss the day’s events. And what better way to enjoy this break than cycle to the classic city of Granada to visit her alluring palaces, cathedrals and walkways.  For the cyclist it offers enough challenge with its hilly landscape but quiet roads.  The vistas from the bike here are some of the most attractive in the region of Andalucia and quite undiscovered by mass tourism.

A lovely thoroughly Spanish area to explore on bicycle.