
Diverse Terrain
Cycling in Cantabria is easygoing, but there are challenges along the way. The tour's day-by-day itinerary allows you to customise your distances, with the iconic descent down the Miera Valley to the coast on day six.
A blend of coastal views and rolling valley scenery as you delve into the majestic Picos de Europa. This self-guided tour is a great introduction to Northern Spain. With marvellous scenery and dizzying descents, you are sure to have a good trip.
WELCOME TO NORTHERN SPAIN
Northern Spain promises beautiful weather and breathtaking scenery. The culture, history, terrain, and climate all combine to make this a fantastic region to explore by road bike.
The Green Spain and Picos de Europa Self-Guided Cycling Tour is a lovely trip through Cantabria’s coast, valleys, and villages. This tour starts on the coast and then heads into the mountains before returning to the region’s shores.
Our stops include a picturesque mediaeval town, a peaceful fishing village, and the beach resort of Somo, which is just across the bay from the city of Santander. You can cycle as much or as little as you want on your free days. This tour’s highlight is the magnificent scenic descent of the Miera Valley.
This self-guided cycling tour conquers the unique Cantabrian landscape and will provide you with memories to last a lifetime in the Picos de Europa. Book your spot now or contact us for more information!
Flights not included. Direct flights available at lastminute.com
Cycling in Cantabria is easygoing, but there are challenges along the way. The tour's day-by-day itinerary allows you to customise your distances, with the iconic descent down the Miera Valley to the coast on day six.
Each day, go at your own pace. Professional local guides crafted the itinerary to provide you with the best routes possible. Daily luggage transfers free you up to concentrate solely on pedalling to your next destination.
All hotels along the route have been carefully chosen to provide you with the best possible experience. Once fully rested and fuelled, you'll be ready to tackle each big day as it comes. All hotels have secure bike storage.
Cantabria is one of Spain's most mountainous regions, with spectacular climbs from the coast all the way up to the borders with Castilla-y-León, Asturias, and The Basque Country. The Picos de Europa mountains, on the border with Asturias, are its most famous and highest range, but there are also some great climbs in the Collados de Asón range, in the region's east, and at Alto Campoo. There are a variety of climbs here, including long and gradual ascents, short and steep ascents, and a couple of long and steep ascents! Cantabria is one of Spain's most beautiful regions, at least when it's sunny. The vivid green scenery is especially striking when contrasted with high rocky peaks, as it is in the Picos de Europa. However, it is also very enjoyable to ride elsewhere, with scenery that is very different from most mountainous regions in Europe.
Northern Spain boasts nice and cool summers. So this is where you'd like to be headed when it's grilling hot in most of Spain and Europe. Autumn and Spring are great seasons as well, but bring your jacket!
Cantabria's landmark is the iconic National Park of Picos de Europa known for deep valleys and sharp peaks. It is home to some of Spain's most mythical climbs and La Vuelta passes through here every year.
Cantabria is a region that is thoroughly Spanish and yet is completely unique in its own ways. First-time visitors will be pleasantly surprised by the charming culture and varied weather.
DISTANCE
62 km
Begin by travelling west through the green meadows, hills, and valleys towards the beautiful unspoiled coastline and beaches. Novales is surrounded by lemon groves and features traditional rural architecture.
Comillas has a beautiful beach and harbour, as well as a charming town square filled with tapas bars and restaurants. Architectural highlights include Gaudi’s El Capricho and the Palace of the Marqués de Comillas.
Cycle through the Parque Natural de Oyambre, along the lovely beaches of Oyambre and Merón, with views of San Vicente and the Picos de Europa in the distance.
Choose to cycle 36 or 63 kilometres.
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Fly in airport: Santander/Bilbao
When best to fly in: in the morning on the first day of the camp
Transfers: scheduled airport transfers are included in the price of this trip; we will reach out to you for your exact flight details to be sure you can take your flight hassle-free
Fly out airport best option: Santander/Bilbao
When to leave: last day of the tour after 13:00
Transfers: scheduled airport transfers are included in the price of this trip; we will reach out to you for your exact flight details to be sure you can take your flight hassle-free
You will be allocated a double room with ensuite facilities. A single room is available as an optional extra.
As you explore the island at your own pace, your bags will be transported to your next hotel destination.
Pick up and drop off is included, so you can have a hassle free trip.
Breakfast is included everyday during the tour.
Please book yourself and get appropriate cycling activity insurance
Cafes, lunch stops on the bike, dinners, and beverages at your own expense
It’s not always easy travelling with a bike but fear not, high quality carbon road bikes are available for rental for the duration of the tour. To make sure you get the maximum from your bike for your trip, we’ve partnered with some of the best brands in cycling to give you the latest choice of equipment.
With a variety of sizes available, we can ensure your bike fits you perfectly. All rental bikes are mechanically checked and adjusted before each and every hire so you can have peace of mind that your bike will be running smoothly from start to finish!
You can select this option when you proceed to checkout.
Fitted to you and ready to ride!
If you’d like a whole room to yourself, that’s no problem. For an extra €154* for the trip duration, you can enjoy the comfort of your own room. Just select this option when you proceed to book your tour.
*Extra charge for high season dates.
Don't see the travel dates you want or have a special request, such as adding a non-rider, please contact us.