BMW Backcountry Explorer, Andalusian coast

Spain

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BMW Backcountry Explorer, Andalusian coast

Spain

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Home Our Tours Guided BMW Backcountry Explorer, Andalusian coast
1 day off-road training at a private facility with IIA BMW Motorrad off-road Instructors and 4 days mixed surface adventure riding in the winter sun.
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Magellan have partnered up with the organisers of the BMW Motorrad Int. GS Trophy to offer this fantastic off-road training and trail riding tour in Southern Spain. From exploring Tarifa, the Andalusian white villages, historic Cadiz and the gorgeous Sierras of Grazalema and Ronda, this tour is jam packed with world class riding and adventure.
  • Guided Tour
  • 7 Day Tour
  • 600 miles
  • Malaga, SPAIN
  • HIRE BIKE AVAILABLE
  • OFF ROAD
  • TRAINING
UPCOMING
TOUR DATES

07/11/26 – 13/11/26
06/11/27 – 12/11/27
04/11/28 – 10/11/28

Starting in Malaga, you'll meet us at the staging hotel for the welcome dinner where you'll get to know your fellow riders. Our sunny adventure will begin the following day with a day's training at a private 30 acre facility where riders will be split by ability and put through the BMW approved training program suitable for their level.

After this we all leave Malaga and begin putting our new found skills into practice over several days of trail riding. This will take us along the coast to Tarifa, the windsurfing capital of the world. We'll continue from there and ride past the famous Andalusian white villages on our way to historic Cadiz with a mix of paved roads and scenic trails.

The final section of the tour takes us through the gorgeous Sierras of Grazalema national park and under the bridge at Ronda before returning to our staging hotel for the final night of the tour. The trip is perfect for riders of all ability levels and is supported the whole way by Magellan's team of certified Tour Guides and IIA BMW Motorrad off-road Instructors.

Naomi, Magellan Guide
Naomi, Magellan Guide

Whether you are new to riding off road or an experienced adventure rider our certified BMW off road training will have you grinning from ear to ear. Follow this with 4 days of mixed surface riding to hone those skills and you've got a recipe for an epic week in the sun.

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Tour highlights

BMW R1300GS or F900GS Training tailored to your ability level whether you are brand new to off roading or a seasoned adventure rider wanting to perfect brake slides and drifting.

The best instructors in the business, all our training is conducted by IIA BMW certified off-road Instructors following the BMW Motorrad methodology.

The chance to use your new found skills in the real world with several days of mixed surface riding incorporating gravel roads, single tracks and even the occasional (optional) water crossing!

'Just wanted to reinforce our thanks for the trip and your wonderful company. Plus, your judgement and encouragement, getting us to sign up. Absolutely amazing THANKS Felix and Naomi for making it possible. Top marks to Magellan 👏👏👏 ``
Sharon and David

Sierra de las Nieves national park. Your first introduction to the amazing off roading opportunities near Malaga as we head up into the hills after our training.

Tarifa: The world capital of windsurfing whose pristine white beaches are just as famous as the 800-year-old castle that stands imposingly above the town.

Cadiz: One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe, we overnight here and sample the delicious local cuisine.

Sierra Grazalema: This national park is famous for its spectacular rugged limestone landscape of cliffs, gullies, caves and gorges

Ronda: this spectacular hilltop town is the birthplace of the modern Spanish bullfight and the hometown of its greatest dynasty.

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Day 1 Arrival Day

Arrive into Malaga and travel to our staging hotel for the welcome dinner.

Day 2 Training Day

Tailored training by ability in a private 30 acre facility. Depending on your current skill level this could include: basic manual handling, full lock u turns, slalom exercises, momentum drills, ruts, advanced braking, sand skills, gravel practice, brake slides, power slides, pre-loading, advanced uphill and downhills and more...

Day 3 100 Miles

A day trail riding in the local area to put our new found skills into practice

Day 4 160 Miles

From here we ride along the coast to Tarifa across a selection of paved road and trails

Day 5 160 Miles

From Tarifa we ride further along the coast to Cadiz sampling more stunning roads and trails

Day 6 180 Miles

Our final day's ride sees us cross the sierra de grazalema, visit ronda and arrive back at our staging hotel for the final farewell dinner

Day 7 Departure Day

Fly Home with memories of a tour of a lifetime!

What's included
Motorcycle insurance and breakdown cover is included.
6 nights’ accommodation in high-quality hotels.
1 day off-road training
4 days mixed paved and off road riding
Ice-breaking welcome meal and final farewell feast as well as excellent breakfasts each morning in the hotels.
Full use of all hotels’ leisure facilities.
Fully guided and supported by Magellan's team of certified Tour Guides and IIA BMW Motorrad off-road Instructors.
What's not
Flights and airport transfers.
Meals and drinks other than specified above.
Travel insurance covering repatriation back to the UK.

Full Pricing

Bike Option Single Rider Price
(Total for 1 rider, 1 bike)		 Rider & Passenger
(Total for 2 riders, 1 bike)		 Two Bikes, Shared Room
(Total for 2 riders, 2 bikes)
Own Bike £5295 N/A £9390
BMW R1300GS £6345 N/A £11490
BMW F900GS £6345 N/A £11490

Rental prices calculated based on 5 rental days (minimum required for this tour). All prices are total.
For this table, the "Two Bikes, Shared Room" prices assume rental of two of the same model, which isn't required and in some cases may not be possible.
All bikes come with a waterproof roll bag included.

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Common questions about this trip

Is this trip suitable for pillions?

No, these training trips are geared up to solo riders in single or shared rooms only. If you want to bring your partner along in your room for the social side of things we can help arrange a rental car so they can follow the trip, just drop the office an email and we’ll take care of the rest. Alternatively if you want to do some private training with a pillion we can arrange this on dates to suit you, again get in touch with us direct and we can price this up for you.

What ability levels are these tours designed for?

We cater for all abilities on these tours, we’ve had groups brand new to off-roading, groups of seasoned enduro riders and everything in between. We tailor the training and riding elements of each tour to everyone’s level throughout so you’re guaranteed to have a great time and learn a load of new skills no matter your experience level.

How big are the groups on these trips

We split riders down into small groups of around 6 per instructor for the training and riding sections to ensure an even spread of abilities and a personal experience for everyone. The group will meet up at lunch and coffee stops but is usually around 10-12 in total.

What bikes are available on these trips?

We have a fleet of current model year R1250GS to choose from with the option of lowered suspension on request.

How much of the trip is off-road?

Most of the trips end up being about 50% off-road and 50% paved but we’ll tailor the riding on each trip to the riders ability and energy levels so these % can fluctuate.

What’s the weather like on this tour?

We pick the date of this trip to get the best mix of riding conditions on the different elevations we cover. As you go to elevation it can be a little chilly but the rest of the trip should be sunny and warm, a sensible mix of vented kit and waterproofs with some base layers should cover all eventualities.

Is what I hear about the Spanish not eating until 10pm correct?

The Spanish do indeed eat late, in fact it’s not unusual for people to go out for dinner at 11pm or later. We’ve tailored the trip to take in English sensibilities and rumbling bellys after a long day’s ride though and normally eat between 8 – 8.30pm

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