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1 Unique, self-guided tours in the hands of local experts. Let us take care of all the details! Senderos y Pueblos S.L. info@awafromthecrowds.com

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3 A bicycle specialist will deliver your bike and adjust it to your specifications. We use fully-equipped touring bicycles: Puncture resistant hybrid tires ideal for road cycling but with some tread to give you the security you need on dirt track sections, 21 or 24 gears, comfort seat, front suspension, adjustable handle bars, bike stand, mudguards, bottle holder as standard. Bike type: Giant Argento and Kalkhoff Voyager or equivalent. Odometer included. Choice of sizes from xs to xl and male/female bikes. Equipment included in the price: Rear pannier Map carrier Pump Puncture repair kit Hand-picked routes, hotels and restaurants at each location. Lock Helmet Multitool set Precise and reliable taxi transfers and luggage transfer services. High quality bicycles that are well-serviced and fully equipped for touring. Detailed and comprehensive route notes, revised regularly. Accurate maps taken from the Spanish Geographic Institute. and telephone support by English speaking staff to sort out every small query prior to departure. Full, on the ground, support. We aim to resolve any EASY: The route is almost exclusively through valleys and along rivers with no significant ascents. MODERATE: Undulating / hilly terrain with perhaps three ascents each day. eventuality in the best possible way, putting you For further details visit our website first and cost last. We take your feedback extremely seriously and act upon any complaints or suggestions. You know EASY/MODERATE: A predominantly flat route with a few small ascents each day. MODERATE+: Longer distances and hilly terrain, with perhaps four ascents per day. best. Not us. 4 5

4 Olot Day 1: Arrival to Olot. Your tour begins in the interesting town of Olot, the capital of the Garrotxa Natural Park. Pleasant small family-run hotels, two or three hotels with swimming pool. Les Planes d Hostoles Girona Day 2: Round trip Olot km / Climb: 480m Cycle along paths and dirt tracks to explore the natural park of la Garrotxa and visit its extinct volcanoes. Sant Feliu de Guixols Day 3: Olot - Les Planes d Hostoles. 26km / Climb: 170m Follow the Carrilet cycle path, a disused railway line with no traffic, and mainly going downhill and enjoy the wooded countryside and mountains around you as you pedal. Per Person in double or family room 1st & 2nd child (<12) in family room Leisure cycling in Catalonia: From La Garrotxa, near the Pyrenees, to the Costa Brava and the Mediterranean Sea, with a chance to visit the fascinating medieval city of Girona on the way. Safe and easy cycling along the carrilet cycle path. Ideal for families and easy going cyclists. Discovering fantastic food and drink of the region. Girona, a beautiful and interesting city. Reaching the Mediterranean Sea and the Costa Brava. Day 4: Les Planes d Hostoles - Girona. 33km / Climb: 10m Another cycle along the cycle path to Girona where you will have plenty of time to explore the city centre of this charming medieval town. Day 5: Girona - Sant Feliu de Guixols. 43km / Climb: 140m A longer ride today along the cycle path but still easy and fairly flat, to get to the beautiful Costa Brava. Day 6: Sant Feliu de Guixols circular route km / Climb: 82m Your last cycling day will offer you several cycling options as well as the chance to spend the day at the beach if you so wish! Day 7: Departure. Departure or extra nights. Day 4 in the historic town of Girona, two options: in a hotel centrally located or in a family hotel with swimming pool. Last two nights in a family hotel with swimming pool in Sant Feliu de Guixols.. DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 33km CLIMB: 174m RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Girona Airport (30km away) or Barcelona Airport (120km away). Public transport and private transfer options are available. 6 nights accommodation, 6 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Girona and Sant Feliu de Guixols. Child (<12) in single room Children (<12) in their own double room 3 Children (<12) in their own triple room Single room Supplement 153 Solo Traveller Supplement 240 Half Board (wine not included) 110 Bicycle Adult (>155cm) 75 Bicycle Child (<155cm) 60 Trailer or Trailer bike 75 Child Seat 40 E-Bike 155 Transfer Girona to Olot 95 Transfer from Barcelona to Olot Transfer Sant Feliu to Girona Transfer from S.Feliu to Barcelona Transfer from S.Feliu to Olot (1-2pax) Transfer from S.Feliu to Olot (3-4pax) Transfer from S.Feliu to Olot (5-6pax) Extra night Girona B&B Extra night Sant Feliu B&B

5 Mediterranean Sea Following the river Serpis to the sea along the GANDÍA Villalonga Denia spectacular Xixarra cycle path. Bocairent Jávea Cycling amongst olive, almond and orange groves. Biar Alcoy Two days cycling by the Mediterranean Sea. Benidorm Discovering the unexplored interior along quiet country roads and cycle paths. Three days cycling amongst olive and almond groves, vineyards and orange trees plantations exploring traditional towns of the interior before reaching the coast and cycling along the Mediterranean for the last two days. Day 1: Arrival to Biar. Arrival to Biar and visit this historic town and it s hilltop castle. Day 2: Biar - Bocairent. 27kms / Climb: 181m Cycle along quiet country roads and Xixarra bike path. Enjoy the fields of almonds, olives and other fruit trees. Day 3: Bocairent - Alcoy. 25km / Climb: 374m Steep but short cycle up to the Mariola Sierra Nature Reserve. Then descend into the interesting town of Alcoy for a taste of real Spanish lifestyle. Four nights in four star hotels, two nights in three star hotels. ALICANTE DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate (one steep climb on day 3). AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 31km CLIMB: 206m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: March to the end June and September to end of November. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Alicante Airport. Public transport and private transfer (40 mins) options are available. 6 nights accommodation, 6 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Javea. Airport transfers. From March to June and Oct, Nov Day 4: Alcoy - Villalonga. 44 km / Climb: 220m Follow the Xixarra bike path following the river Serpis to Villalonga along a spectacular limestone canyon. Per Person in double room 753 Solo Traveller Supplement 288 Single room Supplement 175 Day 5: Villalonga - Denia. 35km / Climb: 40m Cycle down to the sea amongst orange groves. Stop for a swim at the beach and leave sometime to explore the lovely town of Denia and your seafront hotel. Day 6: Denia - Javea. 24km / Climb: 215m One last cycling day connecting the two lovely beach towns. Stop at the quaint small village of Jesús Pobre along the way before reaching Javea and your exclusive beach hotel. Last night at Parador de Javea right beside the Mediterranean Sea. This is the hotel to finish off with a bang. September Per Person in double room 833 Solo Traveller Supplement 350 Single room Supplement 203 All seasons Half Board (wine not incl.) 125 Bicycle Hire 100 Transfer from Alicante Airport to Biar max. 4 pax 70 Day 7: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Javea. Transfer from Javea to Alicante Airport max. 4 pax Extra night Javea B&B

6 Day 1: Arrival to Valencia. Explore its city center and the iconic City of Arts and Science, near the hotel. Day 6: El Grao - Alcossebre. 49km / Climb: 132m Fantastic cycle beside the sea along the coastal route walk with a chance to stop and enjoy the beautiful beaches along the way. Mora de Rubielos Barracas Montanejos El Grao Peñiscola Alcossebre Day 2: Circular route Albufera Wetland. 42km / Climb: 28m Cycle along the beachfront stopping along the way for a swim. Enjoy a traditional paella in el Palmar and explore the Albufera Wetlands. Day 7: Alcossebre - Peñiscola. 20km / Climb: 246m One final cycle beside this stunning part of the Spanish Mediterranean coast to finish in the picture-postcard town of Peñiscola. Valencia Mediterranean Sea Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Peñiscola or Valencia. Six nights in modern three stars hotels conveniently located. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy/Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 38km CLIMB: 225m RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: March to the end of June and September to end of November. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Valencia Airport and take public transport to the city centre. A cycling journey in Valencia to discover this vibrant Mediterranean city and explore the interior and its beautiful coastline. Day 3: Transfer and Barracas - Rubielos. 37km / Climb: 274m Private transfer to the interior and delightful cycle along a dedicated cycle track amongst beautiful landscapes and quiet country roads. Day 4: Rubielos - Montanejo. 39km / Climb: 302m An easy cycle along delightful country roads following the course of a river to finish in the spa town of Montanejo with its delightful thermal waters. Last night in Peñiscola in a four star hotel overlooking the Mediterranean. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Valencia and Peñiscola. Transfer from end point to Valencia. From March to June and Oct, Nov Per Person in double room 772 Visit exciting city of Valencia and its spectacular Arts and Science Complex. Birdwatching and tasting the best Paella at the Albufera de Valencia Wetland Nature Reserve. Spa town of Montanejos and its natural hotsprings. Day 5: Montanejo - El Grao de Castellón. 39km / Climb: 371m Another day cycling amongst mountains, mostly downhill, as you follow a beautiful river valley to the sea. Private transfer from Onda to El Grao de Castellón. Solo Traveller Supplement 322 Single room Supplement 137 September Per Person in double room 845 Solo Traveller Supplement 374 Single room Supplement 191 All seasons Delightful cycling on the Mediterranean Sea Coastal Half Board (wine not incl.) 140 route. Bicycle Hire 100 One last night in picturesque seaside town of Peñiscola. E-bike Hire 150 Transfer from Peñiscola to Valencia max. 4 pax Extra night Valencia B&B Extra night Peñiscola B&B

7 Mediterranean Sea Pollença Exploring the interior of the island along quiet Moscari country lanes. PALMA MANACOR Beautiful beaches, street markets, excellent hotels Randa with swimming pool. Campos Three circular routes mean you spend two nights in each hotel so you don t have to pack each day. Enjoying the Mediterranean Sea on three out of six cycling days. An easy level cycling tour designed for people who want to enjoy the pleasures of Mallorca and its excellent hotels. Day 1: Arrival to Campos. Arrival to Campos and enjoy your hotel facilities and pool. Day 2: Campos circular route. 40km / Climb: 152m Cycle to the lovely beaches near your hotel and visit the salt lagoons and its flamingoes.. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 43km. CLIMB: 393m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: March to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Palma (38km away). Public transport and private transfer are available. Day 3: Campos - Randa. 47km / Climb: 547m You will cycle through almond fields and quaint villages to get to your hotel in Randa where a swimming pool awaits you. Day 4: Randa circular route. 47km / Climb: 554m Cycle to the market town of Sineu stopping in villages for a coffee or a drink and cycling without any hurry through the unspoiled countryside. Day 5: Randa - Moscari. 48km / Climb: 375m Cycle towards the Tramontana Mountains approaching them but not climbing. The small country roads are a joy! Day 6: Moscari circular route. 37km / Climb: 443m A circular route on the foothills of the Tramontana Mountains allows for an excellent cycling day in one of the most beautiful settings of the island. Six days in small, family-run, boutique hotels, with swimming pools and one night in three stars hotel in the historic center of Pollença. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Palma and Pollença. Half board (dinners) Airport transfers. Per Person in double room 848 Solo Traveller Supplement 321 Single room Supplement 264 Half Board (wine not incl.) 193 Bicycle Hire 90 Day 7: Moscari - Pollença. 41km / Climb: 287 Last cycling day to visit the old historic town of Alcudia before reaching the medieval town of Pollença in the interior where you will spend your last night. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Pollença or visiting Palma. E-Bike Hire 150 Transfer from Palma Airport to Campos (4 pax) Transfer from Pollença to Palma Airport (4 pax) Extra night Pollença B&B Extra night Palma B&B double / 110 single

8 Day 1: Arrival to Segovia. Arrival to Segovia and visit this fabulous World Heritage City. One excellent three stars hotel in the very historic centre of Segovia. CASTIILLA Y LEÓN Hoces del Duratón Natural Park Sepúlveda Day 2: Segovia - Collado Hermoso. 42km / Climb: 349m Cycle along quiet country roads and pretty countryside. Visit the Royal Palace of San Ildefonso and its lovely gardens and eat in one of the excellent restaurants at Torrecaballeros. Segovia Pedraza Sotosalbos MADRID Leisure cycling in the heart of Spain. An easy tour along quiet country roads. Culture, history, wildlife and open landscapes. Day 3: Circular route to Turegano. 36km / Climb: 227m Visit the historic town of Turegano, renowned for its Moorish castle and beautiful town square. Day 4: Collado Hermoso - Pedraza. 32km / Climb: 233m Cycle through small villages and wooded landscapes to reach the beautifully preserved medieval town of Pedraza. Day 5: Pedraza circular route. 29km / Climb: 250m Discover the stunning countryside surrounding Pedraza: quaint villages, rustic style, Romanesque churches and wildlife. Day 6: Pedraza to Sepulveda. 32km / Climb: 379m A gentle cycle amongst fields of sunflowers and wheat will take you into the historic hill top town of Sepulveda. Day 7: Circular route: Duraton Natural Park. 37km / Climb: 607m A high point of the trip: cycle in the spectacular Duratón Canyon Nature Reserve. Days 2 through to 7 in high quality small rural hotels full of character. Stay in a unique heritage hotel in the historical town of Sepulveda. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 35km. CLIMB: 340m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid Airport and take a high speed train AVE to Segovia (30 minutes train) or a private transfer. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Segovia and Madrid. Airport transfers and transfer from end point back to Segovia. Per Person in double room 648 Start in World Heritage City: Segovia. Visit the fabulous medieval towns of Pedraza Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Segovia or visiting Madrid. Solo Traveller Supplement 294 Single room Supplement 256 and Sepulveda. Half Board 125 Pleasant cycling along quiet country roads. Bicycle Hire 90 Three circular routes mean you spend two E-Bike Hire 150 nights in each hotel so you don t have to pack each day. Transfer from Madrid Airport to Segovia (Max. 6 pax) Transfer from Sepulveda to Madrid Airport (Max. 4 pax) Transfer from Sepulveda to Segovia (max 4 pax) Extra night Segovia B&B Extra night Madrid B&B

9 Salamanca Two spectacular World Heritage Cities, Avila and Salamanca. Cycling along little country roads following the San Pedro de Rozados Fuentes de Béjar Tormes River Villafranca Ávila ancient Roman Route of Via de la Plata. Magnificent scenery and wildlife. Candelario Barco de Ávila Off the beaten track Spain. Magnificent scenery along carefully selected routes and a chance to visit two World Heritage Cities: Avila and Salamanca. Day 1: Arrival to Avila. Arrival to Avila and visit fabulous Medieval city walls and historic center. Day 2: Villafranca - Barco de Avila. 44km / Climb: 401m Private car transfer to starting point. Pleasant cycling along small country roads to reach the lovely town of Barco de Avila. Day 3: Circular route Barco de Avila. 39km / Climb: 540m Exploring the foothills of the Gredos Mountains along quiet country roads. Day 4: Barco de Avila - Candelario. 29km / Climb: 363m Cycling amongst lovely chestnut and oak woodland and into the very beautiful village of Candelario where you will spend the night. Day 5: Candelario - Fuentes de Bejar. 29km / Climb: 438m Visit the interesting town of Bejar and cycle along small roads in beautiful countryside. Two centrally located four star city hotels, and five charming small rural hotels. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 35km. CLIMB: 408m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a train to Avila (1hr and 30mins). To return from Salamanca take another train to Madrid (1hr and 36mins). 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Avila and Salamanca. Airport transfers. Day 6: F. de Bejar - S. Pedro de Rozados. 44km / Climb: 593m Follow the Roman Silver Route amongst pastures dotted with ancient holm oak trees and stop overnight at the small village of San Pedro de Rozados. Day 7: San Pedro de Rozados- Salamanca. 24km / Climb: 111m One last cycling day to reach the stunning city of Salamanca. Time to settle into your last hotel and enjoy the many sights and monuments and soak up the history of this city. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Salamanca or Madrid. Per Person in double room 610 Solo Traveller Supplement 226 Single room Supplement 131 Half Board 120 Bicycle Hire 90 E-Bike Hire 150 Extra night Ávila B&B Extra night Salamanca B&B Extra night Madrid B&B 16 17

10 Day 1: Arrival to Logroño. A small but vibrant city with a beautiful historic city center and excellent restaurants and tapas bars. Day 6: Haro - Laguardia. 37km / Climb: 661m Cycling amongst vineyards to stop in Briones where you can visit the Wine Museum of the wineries Vivancos. From here enjoy the quiet country roads to reach beautifully preserved Laguardia. Haro Ebro River PAíS VASCO Laguardia Haro Logroño A cycling journey through the wonderful landscapes and vineyards of the famed wine-growing region of La Rioja. Day 2: Logroño - San Millan de la Cogolla. 38km / Climb: 541m Short transfer to the starting point and cycle along the Camino de Santiago to reach the beautiful town of San Millan de la Cogolla. Day 3: San Millan - Ezcaray. 33km / Climb: 421m An easy cycle through lovely countryside to the historic town of Ezcaray, set on the foothills of the impressive Sierra de la Demanda mountains. Day 4: Ezcaray - Haro. 37km / Climb: 80m Another easy cycle away from any traffic with stops in Santo Domingo de la Calzada and Casalareina before arriving to the capital of wine production in the Rioja region: Haro. Day 7: Laguardia - Logroño. 31km / Climb: 166m Visit the famous wineyard Marques de Riscal and its spectacular building designed by architect Frank Gehry. One last cycle along small country to reach Logroño once again. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Bilbao to visit the Guggenheim Museum. Five nights in four stars hotels, two nights in three star superior hotel and a high quality rural hotel (equivalent to three/ four stars). Ezcaray San Millán de La Cogolla LA RIOJA DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 35km. CLIMB: 390m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Bilbao or Madrid and take a train to Logroño (Bilbao to Logroño: 2hrs and 30mins; Madrid to Logroño: approx. 4hrs). 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Logroño or Bilbao. Many opportunities to visit wineries and wine museums and dine in Michelin starred restaurants. Easy cycling amongst vineyards along very quiet country lanes and good dirt roads. Two nights in Logroño: famous for its many tapas bars and quaint historic city center. A chance to visit the World Heritage Site: Monasteries of Day 5: Circular route Haro. 31km / Climb: 471m There will be chances to visit wineries in Haro in the morning and evening but today you will ride along a delightful loop amongst vineyards to take in the essence of this rich region. Per Person in double room 831 Solo Traveller Supplement 353 Suso and Yuso. Single room Supplement 230 One night in the stunning mountain village of Ezcaray and Half Board (wine not incl.) 150 another night in the beautiful walled medieval town of Bicycle Hire 90 Laguardia. Extra night in Bilbao B&B Price on asking Extra night in Logroño B&B Price on asking 18 19

11 PAíS VASCO Start in the beautiful Castilian city of Burgos and visit its famous gothic Cathedral. Two days cycling along a dedicated Cycle Path away from roads, exploring the Sierra de la Demanda Natural Park. Burgos Ebro River Pineda de la Sierra San Millán de La Cogolla Viniegra de Abajo San Vicente de la Sonsierra Elciego Logroño LA RIOJA In the Rioja region visit the stunning Monastery of Yuso and enjoy pleasant cycling amongst vineyards. Visit wine museums and enjoy good wine and food. From the Castilian city of Burgos to the rich Wine Region of La Rioja, cycling through the Sierra de la Demanda Nature Reserve. Day 1: Arrival to Burgos. Arrival to Burgos and visit its fabulous Gothic Cathedral. Day 2: Burgos - Pineda de la Sierra. 47km / Climb: 495m Cycle out of the city along cycle lanes and on to the Sierra de la Demanda Cycle Path, taking you into a stunning nature reserve amongst oak woodland and away from roads. Day 6: Circular route in Rioja Wine Region. 33km / Climb: 411m Circular route following the river Ebro and visiting historic hill-top villages and a chance to visit some vineyards in the capital of the wine production region. Day 7: San Vicente - Laguardia - Elciego. 30km / Climb: 338m Cycle along hand-picked quiet country roads, passing throught the medieval town of Laguardia and ending in Elciego where Frank Gehry s iconic Marques de Riscal Winery building is located. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Logroño or Bilbao. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 42km. CLIMB: 373m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Bilbao and take a bus or train to Burgos (1hr and 45mins). To return from Logroño there are trains to Bilbao (2hrs and 25mins). Day 3: Pineda de la Sierra - Viniegra. 61km / Climb: 454m Continue along the cycle path passing through lovely mountain villages and pristine nature to reach your tiny rural hotel for the night in the isolated village of Viniegra. One excellent hotel in the very historic centre of Burgos and six small, rural hotels with charm. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Logroño and Bilbao. Day 4: Viniegra - San Millan de la Cogolla. 44km / Climb: 309m Follow the river downstream to leave the mountains behind and reach the fertile region of La Rioja. In San Millan you will find the wonderful Yuso Monastery, a World Heritage Site. Per Person in double room 691 Solo Traveller Supplement 247 Single room Supplement 92 Half Board (wine not incl.) 140 Day 5: San Millan - San Vicente. 34km / Climb: 232m Fields of cereals give way to the first photogenic vineyards as you approach the heart of the Wine growing region of La Rioja. Bicycle Hire Extra night Logroño B&B Extra night Bilbao B&B

12 CYCLING THROUGH LANDSCAPES OF CASTILE Moderate+ level tour Day 1: Arrival to Ayllon. Arrival to Ayllón and visit this fabulous Medieval town. Day 6: Jadraque - Sigüenza. 43km / Climb: 359m Cycling along the course of the river Dulce, you will cross several beautiful and peaceful villages on the banks of the river before you reach another highlight: the historic town of Sigüenza. Day 7: Circular route Sigüenza. 38km / Climb: 390m One last cycling day on a circular route around Sigüenza, exploring this beautiful area. SEGOVIA MADRID Ayllón Riofrío de Riaza Campillo de Ranas SORIA Sigüenza Cogolludo Jadraque GUADALAJARA Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Sigüenza or in Madrid. A cycling journey into unexplored Spain. A peaceful journey to discover the raw natural beauty of rural Spain. Historic towns such as Riaza, Ayllon, Jadraque Day 2: Ayllon - Riofrio de Riaza. 53km / Climb: 942m Spectacular first cycling route amongst a vast oak woodland, discovering the red stone villages, and visit another medieval town: Riaza. Day 3: Riofrio de Riaza - Campillo de Ranas. 39km / Climb: 771m Mountainous landscapes, wildlife and woodland will accompany you all the way as you discover this isolated area. Day 4: Campillo de ranas - Cogolludo. 36km / Climb: 505m Today you will descend from the mountains into the more fertile valleys of Guadalajara. Day 5: Cogolludo - Jadraque. 39km / Climb: 592m The red earth, aromatic plants, open landscapes, olive and almond groves characterise this section of the journey. Small, family run rural accommodation. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 41km. CLIMB: 593m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a bus to Ayllon (1hr and 30mins). To return from Sigüenza take a train to Madrid (1hr and 30mins). 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Sigüenza and Madrid. and Sigüenza. Cycling along little country roads discovering unexplored Spanish countryside. Per Person in double room 656 Solo Traveller Supplement 271 Magnificent scenery and wildlife. Single room Supplement 137 Off the beaten track Spain. Half Board 120 Bicycle Hire 90 Extra night in Sigüenza B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B 22 23

13 Cantabrian Sea Llanes Despite being surrounded by mountains, this is not a very Arenas de Cabrales Picos de Europa National Park Potes CANTABRIA challenging cycling holiday. Descend into the heart of the Picos de Europa National Park surrounded by mountains. Cycle from the mountains to the coast through beautiful Cervera de Pisuerga Aguilar de Campoo rural scenery. Off the beaten track Spain. Easy cycling through valleys of the Picos de Europa National Park and descent to the stunning coast or northern Asturias. Day 1: Arrival to Aguilar de Campoo. Arrival to your first hotel, a restored convent Enjoy a walk around this walled mediaeval town. Day 6: Circular route Arenas-Bulnes-Arenas. 13km cycle - 6km walk / Climb: 411m A short 6,5km cycle up to the end of the road in Puente Poncebos where you can take the cable car to the stunning and isolated mountain village of Bulnes. Day 7: Arenas de Cabrales - Llanes. 38km / Climb: 685m One final day cycling to reach the Northern coast to enjoy its wonderful white sandy beaches. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 45km. CLIMB: 470m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Santander or Bilbao. From Santander take a train to Aguilar de Campoo (2 hours). From Bilbao take a bus to Aguilar (4 hours). Day 2: Aguilar de Campoo - Cervera de Pisuerga. 42km / Climb: 482m Pleasant first cycle along very quiet country roads visiting small villages and striking landscapes. Day 3: Cervera de Pisuerga - Potes. 57km / Climb: 478m A beautiful cycle away from Castile and into Picos de Europa offering spectacular panoramic views. Day 4: Circular route Potes-Fuente de- Potes. 47km / Climb: 831m 23 kms from Potes and climbing a total of 800 meters will take you to the base of the cable car in Fuente de, where you take the cable car and enjoy the most spectacular views. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Llanes or Bilbao. Small, family run, rural accommodation. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Llanes and Bilbao. Per Person in double room 726 Solo Traveller Supplement 279 Single room Supplement 171 Half Board 150 Day 5: Potes - Arenas de Cabrales. 50km / Climb: 189m Cycle out of the valley of Liebana and into the Valley of Cabrales along the Hermida Gap, amongst vertical limestone walls as high as 600m. Bicycle Hire 90 Extra night in Llanes B&B Extra night in Bilbao B&B 24 25

14 Day 1: Arrival to Oropesa. Arrival to Oropesa and visit and enjoy your first Parador. Day 2: Oropesa - Jarandilla de la Vera. 55km or 67km / Climb: 612m Cycle amongst typical Mediterranean woodland towards the foothills of the Gredos Mountains. Enjoy a second Parador. Five Paradores, luxury hotels with exquisite service located in National Heritage properties: restored palaces, monasteries or castles. Cáceres Plasencia Monfragüe Monfragüe National Park Trujillo Jarandilla de la Vera Oropesa A unique cycling tour in luxury Parador Hotels, a great way to discover a magnificent area of central Spain, Extremadura. Day 3: Jarandilla - Plasencia. 59km or 69km / Climb: 525m Another cycle through lovely countryside takes us to the monumental town of Plasencia with its beautiful cathedral and old center. Third Parador. Day 4: Plasencia - Monfragüe. 44km / Climb: 383m Cycling South towards the Tajo River, you will reach the National Park of Monfrague, a well-known place for all bird watching enthusiasts. Overnight in Country Farm Hotel. Day 5: Monfragüe - Trujillo. 48km / Climb: 427m Cycle through typical mediterranean woodland to reach Trujillo, one of Spain s finest gems and where your fourth Paradors awaits. Day 6: Trujillo - Caceres. 55km / Climb: 350m One last chance to explore this beautiful landscape before reaching the monumental city of Caceres, a World Heritage City. Day 7: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Caceres or Madrid. A Restored Traditional country farmhouse with priviledge location in the Monfragüe National Park. DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 57km. CLIMB: 459m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: March to the end of June and September to end of November. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Madrid and take a train to Oropesa (1hr and 45mins). To return from Caceres take another train to Madrid (3hrs and 30mins). 6 nights accommodation, 6 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Caceres and Madrid. Luxurious Parador Hotels. Visit the historic towns of Oropesa, Plasencia and Trujillo. Magnificent scenery and wildlife. Per Person in double room 886 Solo Traveller Supplement 289 Cycling across Monfrague National Park, very Single room Supplement 157 rich in birdlife. Half Board (wine not incl.) 150 Reach the World Heritage city of Caceres. Bicycle Hire 100 E-bike Hire 150 Extra night in Caceres B&B Extra night in Madrid B&B 26 27

15 Sevilla Carmona Sevilla: a magical city of international fame. Historic Guadalquivir River hilltop towns of Carmona and Arcos de la Frontera. Cadiz, beautiful ancient city with stunning beaches. Montellano Three nights spent in Spectacular Parador hotels, two nights in four star city hotels and one night in an Andalusian hacienda. Atlantic Ocean Cadiz Jerez de La Frontera Arcos de La Frontera Sherry wines and flamenco in the streets of Jerez. Cycling amongst landscapes of cereals and sunflower plantations and following the fertile land beside the river Guadalete. A unique cycling tour in luxury accommodation, along the plains of the Guadalete river in Andalucia. Day 1: Arrival to Sevilla. Arrival to Sevilla and a chance to discover this magical city. Day 2: Sevilla - Carmona. 50km / Climb: 485m Cycle along cycle lanes, and cycle paths beside the river Guadaíra amongst landscapes of cereals and sunflower plantations to reach the historic walled town of Carmona. Day 3: Carmona - Montellano. 69km / Climb: 594m A long but easy cycle along the plains, amongst fields of cereals, sunflowers and olive groves. At night you will rest in the converted farmhouse: Hacienda La Morena. Day 4: Montellano - Arcos de la Frontera. 60km / Climb: 609m Cycling through stunning landscapes of Mediterranean woodland on the foothills of the Grazalema mountains to reach another hilltop historic town: Arcos de la Frontera. Spend your nights in Sevilla and Jerez in four stars hotels. Spectacular Parador hotels in Carmona and Arcos de la Frontera. An andalusian hacienda surrounded by almond and olive groves in Montellano. DURATION: 7 days, 6 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 60km. CLIMB: 440m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: March to the end of June and September to end of November. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly into Sevilla. To return from Cadiz take a train to Sevilla or Jerez airport. 6 nights accommodation, 6 breakfasts. Bicycle and e-bike rental. Extra nights in Sevilla and Cadiz. Day 5: Arcos - Jerez de la Frontera. 56km / Climb: 410m Another delightful ride, this time along gently rolling hills, to reach Jerez, the heart of Sherry wines and the School of Andalusian Horse Dressage. Per Person in double room 965 Solo Traveller Supplement 417 Single room Supplement 223 Day 6: Jerez de la Frontera - Cadiz. 65km / Climb: 103m Today s cycle will take you into the stunning small fishing town of El Puerto de Santa Maria. Your journey ends when you reach the spectacular sandy beaches of Cadiz where you will enjoy a spectacular modern Parador. Last night in a modern Parador with wonderful sea views. Half Board (wine not incl.) 150 Bicycle Hire 100 E-bike Hire 150 Day 7: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Cadiz or Sevilla. Extra night in Sevilla B&B Extra night in Cadiz B&B 28 29

16 Day 1: Arrival to Santander. Arrival to Santander and enjoy its beach and its Belle Epoque s elegance. Day 6: Ribadesella - Villaviciosa. 45km / Climb: 618m One more pleasant cycle will take us to Villaviciosa passing through an important wetland area of special protection for birds. Day 7: Villaviciosa - Gijon. 20km / Climb: 246m One last day cycling close to the coast with more chances to swim in secluded sandy beaches will take us to Gijon. Gijón Villaviciosa ASTURIAS LEÓN Cantabrian Sea Ribadesella Llanes S. Vicente de la Barquera PALENCIA Santillana del Mar Santander CANTABRIA A cycling tour following the beautiful northern coast of Spain to enjoy its empty sandy beaches, fishing villages and historic towns. Day 2: Santander - Santillana del Mar. 52km / Climb: 893m Cycle following the coast West to the pretty little medieval town of Santillana to enjoy its perfectly preserved cobbled streets and stone buildings. Day 3: Santillana - San Vicente de la Barquera. 32km / Climb: 528m Cycle along small roads, stopping for coffee at the pretty town of Comillas reach the traditional fishing town of San Vicente de la Barquera. Day 4: San Vicente - Llanes. 48km / Climb: 880m The sandy beaches continue along our cycle westwards as we leave Cantabria and enter the region of Asturias. We will finish the day in Llanes: another traditional fishing port. Day 8: Departure or extra nights. Departure or extra nights in Gijon or Santander. Three starts hotels and high quality rural accommodation. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate+. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 43km. CLIMB: 724m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Santander. To return fly from Asturias Airport near Gijón or take a bus to Santander Airport (3 hr) to fly from there again. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle and rental. Extra nights in Santander and Gijon. From April to June and Sep, Oct. Per Person in double room 708 If you shy away from excessively heat this area might just what you were looking for. Day 5: Llanes - Ribadesella. 38km / Climb: 556m A succession of quaint seaside towns with wonderful sandy beaches continue as we cycle on until our destination today: Ribadesella. Solo Traveller Supplement 267 Single room Supplement 145 July and August Per Person in double room 906 Verdant countryside along beautiful coastline, stunning sandy beaches and pretty coves. Delicious traditional cuisine using excellent local produce. Elegant Santander, medieval jewel: Santillana del Mar, modernist Comillas, quaint fishing villages: San Vicente de la Barquera and Ribadesella, beautiful Llanes and cultured Solo Traveller Supplement 316 Single room Supplement 195 All seasons Half Board (wine not incl.) 155 Bicycle Hire 100 and happening Gijón. E-Bike 150 Extra night Santander B&B Extra night Gijon B&B 30 31

17 Cantabrian Sea Starting in Astorga visit its Cathedral and episcopal palace designed by Gaudi. Finisterre Santiago de Compostela O Rua Palas de Rei Sarria Ferrerías ASTURIAS Medieval village of Molinaseca, the ancient mountain village Molinaseca Astorga of O Cebreiro. Beautiful wooded landscapes of Galicia. Travelling with many other pilgrims of many Atlantic Ocean PORTUGAL nationalities all heading to Santiago. Beautiful city of Santiago: culmination of the Camino. Cycle the ancient pilgrim route along pleasant small country roads. People from over 100 countries make this journey each year for a number of reasons, some of which are spiritual. Most conclude that it is a moving experience and rewarding in ways they did not anticipate. All the cycling is done on tarmac, using touring bikes, not mountain bikes. You will cycle beside the Camino for much of the way along small roads, but when roads become busier, closer to Santiago, we have selected a parallel route along beautiful countryside which avoid busier main roads. Day 1: Arrival to Astorga. Arrival to the monumental and historic town of Astorga. Day 2: Astorga - Molinaseca. 49km / Climb: 707m Enjoy spectacular views as you cycle along little country roads through the mountains of Leon to Cruz the Ferro (the iron cross) and on to the beautiful medieval village of Molinaseca. Day 3: Molinaseca - O Cebreiro. 58km / Climb: 939m Cycle 25 Km amongst vineyards to reach the beautiful town of Villafranca. Later climb O Cebreiro, where green region of Galicia starts. Day 4: O Cebreiro - Sarria. 44km / Climb: 258m An easier cycle today as you descend to the town of Samos where we find one of the oldest and most beautiful monasteries in Spain, the Benedictine monastery of Samos. Day 5: Sarria - Palas de Rei. 48km / Climb: 1177m Continue along little country roads and ancient paths along rolling hills to end the day in Palais de Rei: a small town full of the pilgrim spirit. Day 6: Palas de Rei - Rua. 60km / Climb: 1170m Today s ride does not have great climbs but it is a constant up and down that can be quite tiring. We will ride enjoying the Galician countryside. During the day you will go through the town of Melide that is famous for its pulperías where they serve superb octopus. Day 7: Rua - Santiago de Compostela. 27km / Climb: 599m The Camino leads you into the very heart of this unique city of pilgrims, into the Plaza de Obradoiro overlooking the Cathedral built in honour of Saint James, Santiago. DURATION: 8 days, 7 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 43km. CLIMB: 810m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October starting any day of the week. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Santiago or Madrid. There are regular buses from Santiago to Astorga and Madrid to Astorga. 7 nights accommodation, 7 breakfasts. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Astorga and Santiago. Half board (dinners, not in Santiago). Day 8: Departure or extra nights. 27km / Climb: 599m Departure or extra nights in Santiago de Compostela. Per Person in double room 643 Single room Supplement 122 Half Board 90 Hotels are conveniently positioned very near or on the Camino and are always the best quality on offer along the way. You can upgrade to the five stars Parador in Santiago (price on asking). Bicycle Hire 90 Extra Item of Luggage 63 Extra night in Astorga B&B 70 single room 90 double room Extend the tour three more days and reach Finisterre (page 35). Extra night in Santiago B&B 75 single room 90 single room 32 33

18 Cantabrian Sea FRANCE FULL CAMINO Santiago de Compostela O Rua Palas de Rei Sarria PORTUGAL Ferrerías Molinaseca Astorga León Sahagún Fromista Burgos Logroño S. Domingo de la Calzada Estella Roncesvalles Saint Jean Pied de Port Pamplona DURATION: 18 days, 17 nights. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate +. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 52km. CLIMB: 594m. RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR: April to the end of October. HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Bilbao and take a bus to Pamplona (2hrs). From Pamplona take another bus or a private transfer to Roncesvalles (1 hr). You will be cycling the full 798 kms of the classic Camino de Santiago Camino Frances. Each day s cycling will be different, from the high peaks of the Pyrenees, to the deep valley of the Ebro River in La Rioja, from the vast plains of Castilla s high Plateau to the mountains of northern Leon and on to the green mountainous region of Galicia. Day 8: 76km / Climb: 414m. From Burgos to Fromista. Day 9: 61km / Climb: 270m. From Fromista to Sahagun. Day 10: 56km / Climb: 298m. From Sahagun to Leon. Day 11: 44km / Climb: 250m. From Leon to Astorga. Day 12: 49km / Climb: 707m. From Astorga Molinaseca. 17 nights accommodation, 17 breakfasts. Luggage transfers (1 item per person). Roadbook and GPS with the Tracks installed. Bicycle rental. Extra nights in Santiago. Per Person in double room 1515 Day 13: 50km / Climb: 569m. From Molinaseca to Ferrerias. Solo Traveller Supplement 231 Single room Supplement 189 Day 14: 56km / Climb: 940m. From Ferrerrias to Sarria. Half Board 230 The Camino is more than a journey across the Spanish landscape, it is a personal journey and it is a journey that unites people from many parts of the globe, all of whom decide to undertake this task. World Heritage recognition. Starting crossing the Pyrenees. Pamplona, famous for its tapas and bull running. Logroño, the heart of the Rioja wine region. Burgos an its gothic cathedral. Leon s cathedral and historic city center. Astorga: episcopal palace designed by Gaudi. Molinaseca: Medieval village. O Cebreiro: Ancient mountain village. Cycling along small country roads with people from many other countries. Santiago: Impressive Cathedral and historic town. Day 1: Arrival. Arrival at the village of Roncesvalles, close to the French-Spanish border. Day 2: 28km / Climb: 892m. Bicycle and equipment hand-over and transfer to the starting point in the French town of Saint Jean Pied de Port. Cycle from SJPDP to Roncesvalles. Day 3: 47km / Climb: 227m. From Roncesvalles to Pamplona. Day 4: 49km / Climb: 565m. From Pamplona to Estella. Day 5: 50km / Climb: 439m. From Estella to Logroño. Day 6: 54km / Climb: 566m. From Logroño to Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Day 7: 74km / Climb: 520m. From Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Burgos. Day15: 48km / Climb: 1177m. From Sarria to Palas de Rei. Day 16: 61km / Climb: 1170m. From Palas de Rei to O Pino. Day 17: 27km / Climb: 499m. From O Pino to Santiago de Compostela. Day 18: Return or extra nights. Departure day or extra nights in Santiago. You have the option to extend the Camino de Santiago to Finisterre, the end of the world. It takes an additional three days to complete this ancient medieval pilgrimage route, a total of 86km. Day 1: 52km / 839m. From Santiago to Olveiroa. Day 2: 34km / 532m. From Olveiroa to Finisterre. Day 3: Return or extra nights. Departure day or extra nights in Santiago. Bicycle Hire 240 Transfer from Pamplona to Roncesvalles Extra items of luggage Extra night in Santiago B&B FINISTERRE EXTENSION 50 DURATION: 3 days, 2 nights. AVERAGE DAILY DISTANCE: 43km. CLIMB: 685m. Included 2 nights accommodation with breakfasts. Luggage transfers (1 item per person). Roadbook and maps. 175 per item 90 double 75 single Per Person in double room 166 Single room Supplement 50 Half Board 30 Bicycle Hire 30 Extra items of luggage 30 per item 34 35

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