Cycling Holidays - Andalucia (Granada to Seville)

Andalucia (Granada to Seville)

Spain

From £979 P/P

Cycle from Granada to Seville on this self-guided holiday in Spain. Explore the unique region of Andalucía, with its mix of European and Arabic cultures, and cycle through the landscape of the Sierra Mountains.

Explore the fascinating cities of Seville and Cordoba and visit the famous Alhambra Palace in Granada. Ride along former railway lines and quiet roads and end your trip in Seville where you can visit the largest gothic cathedral in the world.

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Itinerary
Itinerary

1st day: Individual arrival in Málaga

Malaga is a bustling port city at the clear blue Mediterranean Sea, characterized by historical treasures as well as beautiful beaches.

One of the most famous Spaniards of this century was the Malagueño Pablo Picasso.

Picasso’s traces run through the entire city to the famous Picasso Museum.

Furthermore, the imposing cathedral, the Moorish Alcazaba fortress, and the castle Gibralfaro are waiting to be discovered. The old town, the Moorish castle, and cathedral testify to the former prosperity of the city.

2nd day: Trip by Bus to Granada and Visit to the Alhambra

In the morning, an approximately 2-hour bus transfer will take you to the beautiful city of Granada.

Here you will find the most important historical monument of Andalusia with Arab influences, the fabulous Alhambra (the red castle) has existed since the 9th century and used to be a fortress in earlier times.

In the evening, you will get to Antequera, the starting point of the bike tour.

3rd day: Antequera – Lucena approx. 65 km

At the gates of the kingdom of Granada, the historic city of Antequera is waiting with its collection of red tiled roofs and 30 steeples.

The bike tour will begin with a ride on the old railway line through the beautiful countryside to Lucena.

In one of the most important olive oil-producing regions of the world, the famous oil is pressed in the mills.

4th day: Lucena – Baena approx. 35 km

You will continue your journey along an old railway line passing vast olive groves to Baena.

The inhabitants of Baena live mainly from agriculture and are very tradition-conscious people.

This is also reflected in the townscape of Baena, which is located on a hill.

It is characterized by narrow streets that wind their way through the old town and where you can find interesting religious buildings such as the Church of Santa Maria la Mayor from the 16th century or the old castle.

5th day: Baena – Cordoba approx. 55 km

The Sierra Morena with its foothills frames the former European Capital of Culture.

This romantic area is surrounded by pine forests and an impressive solitude.

The route leads on almost empty streets mostly downhill, with one slightly longer and some shorter climbs towards Cordoba.

Every now and then, you will pass farms, which specialize in the breeding of fighting bulls and enjoy a special reputation in Andalusia.

In the evening, you will get the possibility to participate in a city tour and see the witnesses of the dazzling cosmopolitan past: Moorish architects created masterpieces, such as the Great Mosque, which is – besides the Alhambra – the most powerful Moorish building in Europe.

Particularly nice are the “forest of a thousand pillars” and the ornate prayer rooms.

6th day: Cordoba – Ecija/Palma del Rio approx. 55 km

In the wide valley of the Guadalquivir, you will leave Cordoba on an old Roman connecting road.

Ecija is the capital of horse breeding. Renowned stud farms are characterised mainly by their Andalusian horses (local thoroughbreds), Arabian horses, and English hot bloods.

Day 7: Ecija/Palma del Rio – Carmona approx. 65 km

Also today, the Guadalquivir is the first companion. You will continue your tour through the Campiña of Seville, a gently rolling landscape of fertile farmland to the west. Carmona is a city that has notn’t changed for 150 years, it has Baroque palaces, churches and monasteries and is surrounded by intact Moorish town walls.

8th day: Carmona – Seville approx. 30 km

Today you will cycle over the gently rolling plateau of Alcores to one of the most fertile agricultural areas in Andalusia.

For centuries, Alcalá de Guadaira supplied Seville with bread and water, and is considered one of the cradles of flamenco.

Former haciendas of the Kingdom of Seville, today just as large farms as in former times, line the road.

Our destination is Seville, where three of the most important operas are performed: Don Juan, the seducer; the cunning barber Figaro; and Carmen, the femme fatale, who lost her life somewhere between the tobacco factories and the bullfight arena.

Two international exhibitions helped the city to futuristic buildings and great green parks.

In the evening we suggest a visit to the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, the Barrio Santa Cruz, and the Casa de Pilatos.

9th day: Departure or Extension of Trip

Depart after breakfast.
Route Overview

Route Overview

The bike routes are alternately flat and hilly. You will cycle on bike paths (former railway lines) and side roads. In some cases, you will find yourself on roads with more traffic, especially when entering or leaving a city.

Route Map (For guidance only):

Starting point of the cycling holiday: Malaga

Routes maybe subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or at the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX Files are available for most our the cycling holidays we offer. Please ask us for details.
Getting There

Getting There

We recommend flying to Malaga airport to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.

Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.

By train:

From Maria Zambrano station in Malaga, Hotel Silken is approx. 2 minutes walking. Taxi costs approx. €10.
Alternatively, you can go by bus number 32 on the Avenida Aurora in direction to Mayorazgo, get off 7 stops later at the Paseo de Sancha (Monte Sancha). The hotel is situated just a few meters away.

By plane:

From Pablo Ruiz Picasso Airport in Malaga, it is approx. 12km to the hotel. Taxi costs approx. 25 Euro. Alternatively, you can take the train C1 from the airport to the train station María Zambrano. From here, see arrival by train.

We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Voyages SNCF for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.

Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0800 755 5385 for more specific travel advice.

You do not need to go back to the starting point of the cycling holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.

Important: Please book your flights only after the cycling holiday has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
What’s Included?
What’s Included?

The Andalucia (Granada to Seville) cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.

Included Services (Subject to confirmation)
- Accommodation as already mentioned
- Breakfast buffet or an extensive breakfast
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Luggage transfer between the hotels
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French) with route maps, route description, local attractions, important telephone numbers
- Bus transfer to Granada to the Alhambra incl. admission fee and guided tour (German, English)
- Train journey from Brenes – Seville incl. bike
- Excursion by sightseeing bus in Seville (German, English, French)
- City tour in Cordoba (German, English)
- GPS data is available
- Service hotline
Not Included
- Flights to/from the start and finish
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets
- Water Bottles
- Travel Insurance
- Bike Insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome Meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
Bike Hire

Bike Hire

About the Rental Bikes

This cycling holiday uses quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes based on KTM frame technology, Selle Royal saddles, Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres to ensure that you have an enjoyable cycle tour. The bikes feature modern V-brakes, aluminium frames with mudguards, comfortable saddles and a rack for a supplied waterproof pannier.

You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation when riding your daily itinerary. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.

Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)

Men's Bike (Colour may vary)

Electric Bike (Colour may vary)

Accessories

If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided and please make sure that you bring along with you any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.

All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals, but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.

You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.

Gears

7 speed bikes are equipped with a Shimano Nexus gear hub and 21 speed bikes have a Shimano Alivio derailleur. We request 21 speed bikes for all cycling holidays (when available).

Frame Sizing

When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. Helmets are not provided and you will need to bring your own to use.

We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday!

Bike Hire Insurance

This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.

Electric Bike Hire

Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging and assistance up to 25 km/h with a range of around 120 km for each full charge depending on usage.

E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on +44 (0) 800 7555385.

Hotels

This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on +44 (0) 800 7555385 for more information.

Please note that the hotel list is subject to change and should be used as a guide only.
We will confirm the exact hotels prior to arrival.

Andalusia	sample hotel LIST
Málaga	Hotel Los Naranjos 3***
	www.sohohoteles.com
Antequera	Hotel Antequera Golf****
	http://www.hotelantequera.com
Lucena	Hotel Los Bronces 4****
	http://hotellosbronces.com
Baena	Hotel La Casa Grande de Baena 3***
	www.lacasagrandebaena.com
Córdoba	Hotel Sercutel Selu 3***
	www.hotelselu.com
Ecija/Palma del Rio	Hotel Castillo 3***
	www.hotelcastillo.com
Carmona	Alcazar de la Reina 4****
	http://www.alcazar-reina.es
SevillE	Silken Al-Andaluz Palace 4****
	www.hoteles-silken.com

You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.

Date & Prices

You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0800 755 5385 to speak to one of the team.

2019 Cycling Holiday Prices:

Season	Date Band	Arrival Day
Season 1:	30.03 - 12.04.2019 \| 06.10 - 26.10.2019	Saturdays
Season 2:	27.04. – 08.06.2019 \| 14.09 - 05.10.2019	Saturdays
Season 3:	13.04. – 26.04.2019	Saturdays

Category A Information:

Season	Prices per person including bike hire
Season 1:	£1109
Season 2:	£1159
Season 3:	£1219
Single Room Supplement:	£309
Electric Bike Upgrade:	£109

Hotel Category Descriptions:

Category Type	Accommodation Overview
Category A:	3* and 4* hotels

EXTRA NIGHT PER PERSON PER NIGHT PRICES (YOU WILL STAY IN THE SAME HOTEL AS PER THE CYCLE TOUR):

Location	Price DBL/BB	Single Room Price SGL/BB
Malaga (Cat A):	£99	£149
Seville (Cat A):	£69	£109

Reference: ES-ANRMS-09X

Date From	Date To
30 March 2019	26 October 2019

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