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Northern Spain Tour (6 Days)
offered by supplier M08426 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 6
day(s)
Group Size: 1
- 20
people
Destination(s):
Spain
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Season: April - October
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 720 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 870 US Dollar (USD)
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A beautiful trip providing an excellent experience of the coast, valleys and villages of Cantabria. The descent of the Miera Valley on Day Four allows spectacular views of the inland territory before the final stop at Somo.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Santillana. Pick up from arrival point and transfer to the charming medieval village of Santillana del Mar. Introduction to bikes and route briefing.
Spend the rest of the day walking round the cobbled streets of this beautiful village, visit the modern museum of the Altamira Caves or enjoy a ride around the country lanes and down to the coastline. Distance: 40 km, 25 miles.
Day 2: Santillana - San Vicente. Leaving Santillana our route heads westwards through green meadows and the hills and valleys of Cantabria with its marvellous unspoilt coastline and beaches nearby. We soon arrive at the charming village of Novales set amidst lemon groves and with its fine typical rural architecture.
Next stop is the seaside village of Comillas. Here a visit to the fine beach, the small harbour and the pretty village square with its pavement tapas bars and restaurants is a must, not to mention the architectural sights of El Capricho. After leaving Comillas, cycle through the Parque Natural de Oyambre and along the seashore with the beautiful beaches of Oyambre. On the last stretch we are greeted by the stunning view of San Vicente and the Picos de Europa in the distance. Distance: 36 km - 23 miles.
Day 3: Free day in San Vicente. Spend time getting to know this pretty fishing village with its many seafood restaurants and magnificent setting. Take a ride on one of the free day routes, visit the lovely mountain village of Carmona, take a train to the fishing village of Llanes in the neighbouring province of Asturias and enjoy the ride back to San Vicente.
Alternatively, enjoy a ride through the unspoilt hill country behind the village, or you may just prefer to spend a lazy afternoon on the beach.
Day 4: San Vicente - Miera Valley Descent - Somo. Today we transfer to the Cantabrian Mountains, and begin our descent of the Miera Valley to our final stop in Somo. Pick up after breakfast and drive to the starting point at 822 metres / 2697 feet above sea level.
From here, a marvellous ride through the stunning limestone valley of the River Miera takes us down to the farmland around Somo and the Bay of Santander. Visit the mountain village of San Roque de Riomiera and the spa village with its charming old quarter. Distance: 44 km - 28 miles.
Day 5: Free day in Somo. Enjoy the marvellous beach, miles of golden sand. Take a short boat ride across the Bay to visit the lively and elegant city of Santander, capital of the province of Cantabria. Enjoy poque atmosphere of El Sardinero, the beach resort of the city where Alfonso XIII and his court spent the summer months in the early 20th century. Or stroll around the town centre for some last minute shopping.
Take one of the free day routes to visit the beautiful beaches of Loredo, Langre or Galizano. Ride through the green country lanes, where a surprise awaits you round every corner, to the village of Ajo where the speciality of the restaurants is that classic Spanish dish, paella.
Visit the Nature Park with its wild animals from all over the world and bizarre scenery resulting from its one time use as a Roman mine. Try the freshly grilled sardines in the seaside restaurants and home of the famous golfer, Severiano Ballesteros.
Day 6: Transfer Somo - departure point. End of trip. Pick up from Somo hotel and transfer to departure point.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included
- Accommodation in double, twin or single room with en-suite.
- bathroom (see price list for prices and single supplement).
- Continental style breakfast
- Transport to and from arrival / departure points
- Information Pack with Route Guide and maps
- Luggage transport between hotels
- Partial rider transport on day four
Not Included:
- Lunch & dinner
- Bicycle hire
- Holiday extension.
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