'Adventurebug's
answer to easy riding! This week of gentle day rides is suited
for those seeking that balance between visiting the great monuments of
Andalucia and easy rolling through beautiful countryside.''
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION:
This
tour is designed for riders seeking less mileage gain and more of a well-rounded
experience.Although
rides average 50 km a day, they are easy and can be finished by early
afternoon – freeing you to explore the many attractions on offer,
with or without your leader.
The
tour’s theme blends Andalucia’s 3 monumental gems; Seville,
Cordoba and Granada with some of Spain’s finest rural landscapes and
pleasant backwaters where little has changed.A one-of-a-kind cycle experience that caters to both lovers of
history, art and romanticism and those seeking harmony with nature,
lovely fresh air and some very easy riding days.
Peaceful
rides through quiet plantations of orange, avocado, olive, cotton and
sunflowers offer us a glimpse of rural life in Andalucia’s colorful
valleys bordering the Guadalquivir river.Evenings we immerse ourselves in the historic and cultural
elements of the cities and small villages on route.A particular highlight is the culinary delights including the
wide range of local ‘tapas’ dishes, wines, sherries and fresh
nuts, berries and fruits growing wild throughout the region.Your enthusiastic local leader knows this land well and will
introduce you to the true ‘Andaluz’ its eccentric people and
vibrant customs such as leather crafts, pottery and Flamenco. Should
there be a fiesta on, you will no doubt become part of the
festivities!
Five
van-supported day rides take us over quiet back roads with
little disturbance. You are free to pedal at your own pace so
there’s no pressure to ‘keep up’ or finish on time.Support van sweeps the route every hour providing extra water
and snacks and there’s no need to carry a thing except your camera
and a drinking bottle.If
you desire, you are welcome to ride in the support van at any time.
TOUR
THEME:
Easy day rides across open plains of sunflower, cotton and orange
groves between enchanting villages and along the Rio Guadalquivir free
our energy for the evening delights of Andalucia’s historic urban
centres.A pleasant combination of gentle day rides and introspective
afternoons with your leader make this one of Spain’s most attractive
cycle / cultural exploratory tours at a very competitive price.
NON CYCLISTS:
Not interested in cycling? Feel free to join your partner,
family or friends for a week relaxing at our cycling bases with a book
or have a light stroll through the villages. Join us in the
evenings for dinner and still take in all the historic and cultural
elements of our destinations. We cater to non-cyclists and have
a special price for you. Please enquire directly.
DURATION OF TOUR / STARTING DAY:
8 days, 7 nights - starting on Sundays in Seville
"A
unique window into the wonders of Andalucia with great scenery, food
and company!" Raymond Davis,
Southern Explorer Cycle Tour 2002
GENERAL DETAILS:
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You ride, we look after all other logistics and provide back up support too - including shuttles, repairs,
and the extra push too!
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Our routes are "unguided" in the sense that you are free to ride at your own pace. We provide the route information and have a daily support vehicle on the road but otherwise you're
free to ride at your own pace. Our backup vehicle does a
sweep nearly every hour so you don't have to worry at all...
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Groups vary from a minimum of 4 to a max of
14 - an ideal number for a riding party. Larger tour
groups can be accommodated to.
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You need only carry water,
snacks and route information. We look after the baggage shuttles.
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Need a touring bike to hire? We provide this service
too, Click
Here
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Tour
begins in Seville and ends in Granada - no airport shuttles
included as this is a 'meeting point' tour.
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Worried about over-exerting yourself? No need, we have alternative routing days and even "ride along" moments!
CYCLE HIRE DETAILS: If you require a bike for your tour - Adventurebug provides
excellent models customized for our trips. Click
here for more information.
DAY 1: (Sunday) Meet
your Adventurebug leader at our hotel in Seville (1600 hours)
for an afternoon exploration of the Barrio Santa Cruz and retrace the
legendary steps from Carmen while visiting this famous city's
main attractions. Tonight we introduce you to the art of
Tapas dining!
DAY 2: (Monday) This
morning we have a short transfer to Carmona, an enchanting Roman /
Arabic town dating back to Phoenician times then
set out on bicycle for Palma del Rio, the birthplace of modern California
in the heart of the Guadalquivir’s cotton and sunflower industry.We visit Palma’s old quarter & fortress this evening and
dine in a typical outdoor patio.
Distance 49 km / Level Easy
DAY 3: (Tuesday) From
Palma we ride along the flat canal routes towards Cordoba – the once
majestic capital of the Western world and home to the Moorish dynasty.At Cordoba your guide leads an informative tour of the Jewish
Quarter including the Zocos (leather works), the ancient Synagogue and
through the famous patios lined with potted plants.
Distance 58 km / Level Easy
DAY 4: (Wednesday) This
morning we visit the famous Mezquita Mosque of Cordoba before setting
off on rolling landscapes leading to the Subetica National Park.With endless vistas and sunflower fields we arrive to one of
Andalucia’s prettiest white villages, Zuheros - situated under
craggy limestone peaks and surrounded by evergreen forests.
Distance 54km / Level Easy to Moderate with some afternoon ascents.
DAY 5: (Thursday) Free
Day in the Subetica National Park and Zuheros village. Here
enjoy the pristine natural setting of Zuheros by taking a guided walk
with your leader into the park; riding along the famous Rio Verde
routes; visiting an olive oil mill or simply relaxing in the village
itself.Your leader will
assist you with a number of options for this day.
DAY 6: (Friday)
Today
we carry on to the historic town of Alcala Real where the Arabs and
Christians fought tragic battles to secure its independence.Follow your leader up to the Arabic Fortress for a fine
viewpoint over the valley and undulating countryside and enjoy a visit
to the rustic local taverns.
Distance 50km / Level Easy to Moderate with some afternoon ascents.
DAY 7: (Saturday) Our
final riding day and as we reach Granada’s expanding limits we have
full view of the snow peaked Sierra Nevada and the Alhambra Palace
seated at the city’s heart.Follow
your leader through Granada’s old quarter and hear tales of the
Alhambra while taking in the medina and Albaizan (Arab quarter).If inclined, you leader can organize an authentic Flamenco
performance for the group’s final evening.After dinner we
say goodbye to our trip leader.
Distance 55km / Level Easy to Moderate. DAY 8: (Sunday) Your
tour ends at the hotel after breakfast.Your leader will assist you with onward connections and/or
advice for visiting the Alhambra Palace.From Granada, easy transfers can be made to Malaga, Madrid,
Seville and more.
We
utilize only the most charming local hostels and guest houses in the
villages. Most are a 2-3 star rating and all have private
facilities, great views, character and often quirky staff as well!
Night
1:
Hostal Sierpes - Seville - 2* Superior This charming 17th century mansion is centrally located in the Barrio Santa Cruz area of old Seville. With a charming reception and bar area the hotel caters to many groups and is easy to access by foot or taxi.
Night
2:
Hotel El Castillo
- Palma del Rio - 3* A
newly built luxurious hotel with all mod cons and spacious
rooms.Located just
outside Palma’s traditional quarter, the accommodating staff
see that all our needs are met.
Night
3:
Hostal La Fuente - Cordoba - 2* This
traditional Cordoban style inn has modern rooms and an airy open
patio where breakfast and coffees are served.Well located and quiet.
Nights
4 & 5:
Hotel Zuheyra -
Zuheros - 3* A superb family run mountain village hotel with all mod cons,
stunning views, large cosy rooms and comfortable terraces with
fire places / lounge chairs for relaxing.
Night 6:
Hotel Torrepalma -
Alcala Real - 3* A modern hotel with great facilities and services situated right
in the heart of Alcala Real and close to all attractions.
Night 7:
Hotel Los Tilos -
Granada - 2* One
of the finest locations in Granada this recently refurbished
hotel has superb views onto the Plaza Bib Rambla and the
Cathedral.Friendly
helpful staff, comfortable rooms and buffet breakfasts make Los
Tilos a delightful place to stay
Prices are in Euros
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Notes
Now our 10th season - join us in 2010 on our most popular riding tour! It's VERY diverse and full of evening delights from tapas bars to guided tours of historic monuments or just feel free to explore on your own - we are happy to advise...
DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS AVAILABLE!
FOR PRIVATE BOOKINGS PLEASE CONSULTS US!
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Prices are per person, based on sharing a double room. Please add the single supplement ("Single Supp." column) if you require a room for single use.
Bicycle Hire please add 95 Euros for the week - includes new hybrid models, helmet, carry bag and map holder..
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What's included in the Tour Price:
- 7 nights accommodation (2 – 3 star hotels)
- All breakfasts
- 5 dinners
- Full time guide with daily guided excursions
-
Trip orientation dossier and daily riding notes
- Daily baggage transfers
- Support van with passenger space for ride along moments
- All local taxes / service fees (we have no hidden fees)
Single room rates apply - please see our price page
What's not included in the Tour Price:
- Airport transfers to Seville / from Granada
- Entry fees to monuments
- Lunches
- Bicycle Hire Supplement 90.00 euros / week
Tour Meeting Day & Point:
- Sundays (day 1), 16:00 hours Hotel in Seville
Tour Finishing Day & Point:
- Sunday (day 8), after breakfast from Hotel Los Tilos in Granada
Notes:
Itinerary Confirmation:
These holidays are flexible as noted above. But for your piece of mind, you will receive a
detailed itinerary of hotels, activities and travel arrangements for your trip once you
have booked
Extended Stay Holidays:
Optional self-excursions (organized by us or independently), may be arranged before and
after your holiday with us. e.g. You may wish to visit Morocco for a few days after we
finish on the Sunday or spend a while on the Atlantic coast based out of Tarifa - the
Windsurf Capital of Europe - 45 minutes away. We would be happy to advise you and/or
provide hotel and car rental bookings for these destinations and many others.
All information
on this page and the details of the routes displayed are copyrighted
by The Adventure Bug.
Name: Seville to Granada Number of days riding: 6 days / 1 rest day Average km/day:
Average: 50km/day
Total Km: 252km
Road Surface:
All tarmac with optional 'track' riding but suitable for both road
touring and mtn. bike riding
Accommodation: Cozy village hotels and rural guest houses Food: Local cuisine, vegetarian and some international food Backup Support: Full-time support with "ride-along" option.
See
the absolute best of Andalucia's diversity by bicycle! And visit the
wonderous cities of Seville and Granada. The route
is superb for all levels with 'alternatives' if you wish to challenge
yourself!
The
romantic city of Seville, with it's Flamenco, oranges and historic
monuments.
The imposing and impressive old-walled city of Granada - scene of the
Moorish last stand against the Christians in Spain.
Great vegetation, wildflowers, forests, flora and fauna
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DAY 1: (Sunday)
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