Pyrenees Explorer, Epic Roads and Classic Cities

Spain and France

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Pyrenees Explorer, Epic Roads and Classic Cities

Spain and France

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Ride some of the best roads in the Pyrenees as voted by local bikers, and visit the classical cities of Pamplona and Andorra.
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Rising between France and Spain, the Pyrenees boast some of Europe’s most exhilarating biking roads. Here, dramatic peaks yield to sweeping curves, offering riders breathtaking vistas and endless car-free stretches. Over 13 days, you’ll traverse these mountains multiple times, with stops in the fiercely independent principality of Andorra, the historic fortified city of Pamplona, and the charming mountain town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
  • Guided Tour
  • 13 Day Tour
  • 1920 miles
  • Plymouth, UK
  • HIRE BIKE AVAILABLE
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TOUR DATES

15/05/27 – 27/05/27
11/09/27 – 23/09/27
13/05/28 – 25/05/28
09/09/28 – 21/09/28

Our adventure begins with a night in Plymouth to meet your tour group, before boarding the ferry to Santander the following day. From there, we ride the stunning coastal route into Urbasa Andía Natural Park before reaching Pamplona, known for its famous San Fermín bull festival.

We'll then spend two glorious days traversing the Pyrenees, riding two of the country’s most iconic motorcycle roads. Sweeping bends, long straights, short tunnels, and countless small villages are all on the menu as we climb high into the Pyrenees mountain range and head east towards the principality of Andorra.

Felix, Magellan Guide
Felix, Magellan Guide

Riding the Pyrenees is a totally different experience to other areas in Spain or France, they have a unique character all of their own...In fact they really feel like they were created just to ride a motorcycle around. Get away on this tour and you’ll see what we mean!

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After a morning spent exploring the valley Andorra calls home, we hit the road again, riding the legendary N260 east through valleys and up and across the passes of the high Pyrenees, affording some spectacular scenery.

Now deep in the Pyrenees, we find more super-twisty roads and high passes, crossing the border on multiple occasions before setting up camp at our hotel in King Juan Carlos’ favourite ski resort. Here, we have an optional rest day with spa included, or it’s back to the mountain roads for an incredible luggage-free rideout to Lourdes and back.

Amazing views in the Pyrenees

Well-rested and breathing in the clean mountain air, we make our way east, stopping for lunch in the beautiful hilltop town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, a traditional starting point for those hiking the Camino de Santiago, before dropping back into Pamplona and exploring the famous star-shaped citadel and eating local Basque delicacies.

With the Pyrenees in our rearview mirrors, we turn to another of Spain’s most iconic riding regions, the Picos de Europa. Here, we spend our final two nights in a beautiful Parador, making the most of the national parks lakeside towns, terracotta villages, twisting gorges, and legendary roads. After a wonderful farewell feast and our final night on dry land, we’re all set to catch ferry from Santander with the memories from a great trip.

The Pyrenees harbour some of the best and quietest biking roads in the whole of Europe, so why not escape the British weather and join us to explore the high passes of the Basque country?

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'How amazing is the Pyrenees?! Truly, that's what! Seeing Spain and France is magical, but when you add the high passes and roads that the 'locals' try to keep to themselves, it makes for a magical biking holiday. '
Stephen

Explore the legendary Pyrenees on some of the best biking roads, as voted by local bikers.

Visit the tiny, fiercely independent, principality of Andorra, perched high in the mountains between France and Spain.

Cross the natural barrier between France and Spain on the high passes, with their breath-taking views and spectacular empty roads.

Explore the classical fortified city of Pamplona. Founded by the Romans and famous for its annual bull run festival.

Sample the unique cuisine and culture of the Basque region.

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Full Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival Day

Meet up with your group and guide near Plymouth for your welcome meal. If you're renting a bike, you'll collect it from near London and ride with the guide together to Plymouth on this day.

Day 2 Crossing Day

Board the ferry to Santander from Plymouth.

Day 3 165 Miles

Cruise through the Spanish countryside to your hotel on the outskirts of Pamplona.

Day 4 124 Miles

Into the mountains proper on some of the best biking roads in Europe, as you parallel the French border.

Day 5 144 Miles

Complete your journey on the endless twisties of the Pyrenees to Andorra.

Day 6 106 Miles

Explore the beautiful Andorra before riding east on the renowned N260, with its sublime curves and breathtaking views, to reach your overnight stay in the southern Pyrenees.​

Day 7 157 Miles

Ride the high passes and cross the border into France and then back into Spain in the afternoon to your hotel in the ski resort favoured by King Juan Carlos.

Day 8 EXPLORE DAY / RIDE-OUT DAY

A day to relax and re-charge at our wonderful spa hotel. As ever there will an organised rideout for those wanting more saddle time.

Day 9 146 Miles

Another day in the high passes, crossing into France for lunch and then heading back to Spain in the afternoon to your hotel in the Roman city of Pamplona.

Day 10 158 Miles

From Pamplona, we head west, through the Picos de Europa for two nights in our final hotel.

Day 11 120 Miles

A wonderful chance to explore the very finest roads that Northern Spain has to offer.

Day 12 60 Miles

After last night's farewell feast and a good night's sleep, we head to the ferry port.

Day 13 Departure Day

Return home from the ferry with memories of an exceptional tour! If you're renting a bike, you'll return it to near London on this day before making your onward journey.

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What's included
If you select motorcycle rental, insurance and breakdown cover is included.
12 nights’ accommodation in high-quality hotels, including two nights of ferry cabin accommodation.
Ferry crossings with cabins on the way out from Plymouth to Santander and on the return leg from Santander to Plymouth. If Plymouth isn’t convenient for you, please get in touch as other crossings can be arranged. (Ferry schedules may vary depending on the tour dates.)
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.
Detailed route plans and maps.
GPS routes (Garmin / Tom Tom).
Detailed daily itinerary including sights and suggested coffee / lunch stops.
Fully guided and supported by an experienced Magellan tour guide throughout.
What's not
Fuel.
Toll Charges.
Occasional hotel parking charges.
Meals and drinks other than specified above.
Travel/Breakdown 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 £6295 £9390 £11590
HD Ultra Limited £10195 £13290 £19390
HD Street Glide £10195 £13290 £19390
BMW R1250GS £8895 £11990 £16790
BMW R1250RT £8895 £11990 £16790
BMW S1000XR £8895 £11990 £16790

Rental prices calculated based on 13 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 luggage included. Top boxes and GPS can be rented, subject to availability, for an additional charge.

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Common questions about this trip

Can I get a different crossing on this trip?

Of course, if you would like to make your own arrangements to get over to Spain and join the route at the hotel on the first night near Santander just let us know in the comments section of your booking form and we will deduct the cost of the included crossing from your booking.

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 over the top of the Pyrenees it can be chilly briefly while the days over the plains can be quite 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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