8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour
Explore the Spanish Countryside on the 8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour
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8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour Overview
The 8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour is an amazing adventure that will expose you to vast expanses, rolling hills and the impressive Spanish coastline that can be found in Southern Spain. Expect picturesque cities and Moorish influences in architecture and lifestyle that represent a historic blend of cultures found nowhere else on earth.
You cannot get any closer to the impressive landscapes and culture of Andalusia than by bike. On the tour you will feel how harmoniously European and Arab cultures merge here, and almost every day you will hop onto your bike and immerse yourself in the world of bullfighters, fiestas, and the world-famous flamenco.
Of course, there is enough time for your own personal exploration, so what are you waiting for?! Book your 8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour today and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime in Southern Spain!
Trip highlights
Visit impressive historical cities like Antequera and Seville
Cycle through a rolling countryside filled with beautiful olive groves
Witness a blend of European and Arab cultures found nowhere else
Take in the impressive Moorish architecture of Southern Spain
Day By Day Itinerary
After arriving in Antequera, you will have the chance to explore the town’s historic streets. Take some time to walk through the historic centre of Antequera with its 30 steeples before settling in for the night.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Antequera
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Day 2 of the tour will begin with a welcome briefing and bike fitting in the morning. Afterwards, the tour will begin with a ride on the old railway line through the beautiful countryside to Lucena, one of the most important olive oil-producing regions of the world.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Lucena
- Distance:
- 65 km, 710 m of ascent, 760 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today you will continue your journey along the old railway line, passing by vast olive groves that stretch out before you and enjoying wonderful views overlooking the hills. The inhabitants of the region live mainly from agriculture and are very tradition-conscious people. This is also reflected in the towns of Cabra, Zuheros and Dona Mencia.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dona Mencia
- Distance:
- 25-45 km, 270 m of ascent, 110 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
The Sierra Morena, with its beautiful foothills, frames the former European Capital of Culture. This romantic area is surrounded by pine forests and an impressive solitude. Today’s route follows nearly empty streets through hilly terrain towards Córdoba, passing by farms that specialize in the breeding of fighting bulls and enjoy a special reputation in Andalusia. In Córdoba, explore the city’s dazzling cosmopolitan past while viewing the impressive buildings constructed by Moorish architects.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Córdoba
- Distance:
- 60 km, 430 m of ascent, 950 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
In the wide valley of the Guadalquivir, you will leave Córdoba on an old Roman road to Ecija, the capital of horse breeding. Nearby you will find the important Franciscan monastery in Palma del Rio, from which monks journeyed to America to proselytize.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Palma del Rio
- Distance:
- 60 km, 320 m of ascent, 360 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today 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 not changed for 150 years, and is home to Baroque palaces, churches and monasteries, and is surrounded by intact Moorish town walls.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Carmona
- Distance:
- 55 km, 240 m of ascent, 80 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 7 of the tour will see you 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 it is considered to be one of the cradles of flamenco. Your 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.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Seville
- Distance:
- 25 km + Train Ride, 0 m of ascent, 200 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
After breakfast, you will pack your things and bid farewell to Seville and the beautiful Andalusian countryside for an individual departure.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included in the tour. Accommodations before the tour in Antequera or after the tour in Seville are not included, but can be added as a supplement.
- Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Detailed Digital travel information documents
- 1 Train journey from Brenes – Seville excl. bike
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- 24/7 service hotline
Not included
- Flights and transportation to and from the starting point of the tour
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax
- Helmets (can be purchased locally)
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Bike rental and insurance (helmets not included)
- Printed Route Book
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5. You should be comfortable cycling distances of up to 65 km in a day with some challenging extended climbs. The terrain is a mix of hilly and flat.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into the Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), then take the train to the Antequera Central Train Station.
Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.
The 8-Day Andalusia Cycling Tour ends in Seville. From there, you can make your way to the Seville (SVQ) airport.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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