Classic Cycling Climbs of Málaga, Spain

6 Days, Multiple Departures

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Classic Cycling Climbs of Málaga, Spain
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This region’s mild climate offers near-perfect riding conditions in winter, spring and autumn, so make sure to pack sun cream!

As soon as the bikes are set up on the first day, the tour will commence with a warm-up ride and climb on the outskirts of the city of Malaga, el Puerto del León. In the evening, discover the bustling city centre and some of the best local bodegas with a wine and tapas tour. On day 2, the tour starts with a transfer out of the city to delve further into the region and witness a local man-made wonder, the Caminito del Rey, a wooden walkway pinned to the face of the El Chorro Gorge! The ride offers spectacular views of this area and some more beautiful climbs. The ride on day 3 will head out directly from the hotel. After a hearty buffet, ride east along the coast, the sparkling Mediterranean Sea accompanying you along the flats, until you turn inland and begin the first steady climb. This near 100-km ride offers stunning views of the coastline from way up in the hills surrounding Malaga.

A natural marvel awaits on day 4 as, after a short transfer, the route winds through the countryside towards the natural park of El Torcal de Antequera, home to awe-inspiring, milennia-old rock formations. Then, on day 5, the final ride of the Classic Climbs of Malaga tour will start after a transfer to Alfarnate. The ride then snakes southbound through the Malaga hills towards the coast and back to the city.

Spend 5 days soaking up this beautiful coastal region of southern Spain by day, and exploring the lively streets of Malaga and the city’s best restaurants by night. Stay in the 4* NH Málaga hotel, just a few minutes from the old town and a 15-minute walk to the beach.

About

CYCLING

full-support

ACCOMMODATION

4* hotel

FOOD

Full-board - breakfast, lunch & evening meals

TRANSFERS

optional

BIKE RENTAL

optional

ACCOMMODATION

NH Málaga
Set in the historic center of Málaga, NH Málaga is a sanctuary of peace & quiet just 800m from Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum.

Rooms at NH Málaga are soundproofed, air-conditioned & have parquet floors.

Kick back & relax after the ride by the rooftop pool, enjoy an aperitif at the hotel bar & enjoy easy access to Màlaga airport too

FOOD

Full-board - breakfast, lunch & evening meals

The tour was an incredible experience from start to finish. They prepare you very well for this trip. They are extremely attentive to all questions before the trip begins. The booking process was simple and they helped with hotel upgrades and accommodated my wife who was not cycling. Having the cafe and bike shop in a central location in Girona was perfect. The bikes were great. The food, drinks and camaraderie at the Cafe were a nice bonus. From the moment we met the team they made us feel welcome, safe, and fully supported. The guides were kind, friendly, funny, and encouraged us to seek new heights (literally) on the bike. They were all perfect gentlemen to my wife and made her feel included on the trip despite her not cycling with us. They were all so attentive to everyone's needs during the trip whether they be dietary or road safety or anything in between. Josep, Chris, Zippy, and Chris were class act guys, incredible cyclists and just a blast to be around. Lunch set ups during our rides were superb - ice cold drinks, nourishing, delicious and healthy food. Coffee stops were thoughtful and a nice bonus. They put on fantastic meal spreads at the most scenic spots when our tanks were empty and ready to be refilled. Ride support before and during the rides was exceptional. The hotel we stayed at (Nord - an upgrade) was a lovely spot in town with excellent breakfasts, small soaking pool, bike storage, friendly english speaking staff and clean comfortable rooms. Lastly each night we were guided to a different restaurant with the team and our whole group. Many of us became friends and still communicate on Strava now. The restaurant selections were wonderful as each restaurant was different than the other in terms of cuisine, ambience, and level of formality - it was honestly a great mix and high quality food which was important given that it was included in the package. A nice perk during the trip was that a media team traveled with us for video and photos to help with their promotion. They were a nice crew and made us feel like superstars. In summary I cannot say enough about this company and about their people - this trip was incredible. The value was excellent also. My friend and our wives who accompanied us reminisce about this trip often. I recommend them to everyone now . . . and we are planning our next trip with them already for next year. Thank you so much!

Louis, Lynnfield, MA (As seen in TripAdvisor, Oct 2022)

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About The Host
Rafa, Fernando, and Josep

Rafa, Fernando, and Josep

Rafa is from Barcelona and has made the city of Granada his home. Alongside guiding Rafa works as a cycling coach. He rides both road and gravel and has probably climbed the Pico de Veleta more times than anyone else!

Fernando lives in the Montes de Málaga! He's spent a career traveling extensively and working with the UN. A Malagueñan, Fernando rides MTB and road and continues to love to travel.

Josep is from a small city in Catalunya called Reus. He loves cycling and has a passion for sharing cycling experiences with others.

Itinerary

Day 1

Meet the team in Malaga city center. Unpack and set up the bikes before heading out on a 45-km warm-up ride on the outskirts of the city, climbing el Puerto del Leon. Wind down in the evening with a wonderful wine and tapas tour.

Day 2

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before getting a transfer to Álora to ride El Chorro and see the Caminito del Rey, a walkway pinned against the steep walls of the narrow El Chorro gorge. Enjoy a relaxing evening meal in one of Malaga's best restaurants.

Day 3

The ride on day 3 features the best of everything Malaga has to offer, sparkling coastal routes and winding mountain roads beside mango and avocado farms. The views over the Montes de Malaga and out towards the coast at the summit will not disappoint!

Day 4

Day 4 begins with another short transfer to just outside the city, where the ride to El Torcal de Antequera begins. This stunning natural park is home to milennia-old rock formations that used to form the seabed. There's another day of climbing on the cards today but El Torcal is worth every second.

Day 5

The final ride really is one of Malaga's classic climbs, El Puerto del Sol, which often features in the Vuelta a Andalucía. Starting in Alfarnate, the ride snakes south over the undulating Andalucian landscape back towards the city and coast.

Day 6

On the sixth and final day of the tour, the time has come to say farewell. Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel and a stroll around the city center (if there is a time!) before starting the journey home. And remember, the sun-kissed roads of Malaga are always just a plane ride away!

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Things to keep in mind

More than 90 days - No Cancellation Fee 

61 – 90 Days - 50% of Tour Price

31 – 60 days - 75% of Tour Price

0 – 30 days - 100% of Tour Price

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ITINERARY AND PREVIOUS SERVICES. As established in the Trip Notes and supplemented with the documentation that will be delivered to the guest before departure in the Tour Itinerary.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN GUESTS. Visas, passports, fees, and other necessary documentation may be required, as established in the Trip Notes.

INSURANCE

Assistance Insurance. The contracted trip includes the option to obtain travel assistance

Cancellation Insurance. The consumer declares that he/she has been informed by the Agency of the possibility of contracting insurance, paid by the guest, which covers the costs of cancellation and to have assistance covering the cost of repatriation or transfer to the place of origin, in case of accident, illness or death as well as other eventualities.

Insurance in case of insolvency. The purpose of the insurance is to respond to the fulfillment of the obligations arising from the provision of services to the contractors of a combined trip and, especially, to the reimbursement of the funds deposited in the event of insolvency or bankruptcy of the Agency. By European, Spanish, and Catalan legislation, The host has contracted insurance with the following company:

TERRAIN

Road

LEVEL

Intermediate

AVERAGE DISTANCE X DAY

83 km

AVERAGE TIME X DAY

4 h 10 min

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