Picos 9 day tour

Spain

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Picos 9 day tour

Spain

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The 9 day Picos Tour is full of mountains, lush open countryside, lakes, rivers and great food.
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The Picos de Europa Loop and the trip across Northern Spain is famous in biking circles for traffic free, smooth roads winding through hundreds of miles of breathtaking sun-drenched scenery. No other location offers such a variety of brilliant roads, great weather and wonderful cuisine so close to home.
  • Self Guided Tour
  • 9 Days
  • 1000 miles
  • Portsmouth/Plymouth, UK
  • HIRE BIKE AVAILABLE
BEST TIME TO GO

April to October

After crossing the bay of Biscay on the ferry you head up into the Picos riding past the lakes and gorges that make the area so dramatic and enchanting. Winding through sleepy Spanish towns and villages, and cruising down smooth, empty roads you’re sure to fall in love with the breathtaking beauty and sleepy atmosphere.

From your first overnight stop in the Picos themselves, you ride west through the high hills of Galicia and explore the tremendous backroads with several stops along the way at local coffee houses and tapas restaurants. The hotel waiting for you tonight  is a real gem nestled in the quiet backstreets of Tineo where you can ditch your bike kit and enjoy a well deserved glass of wine as the sun goes down on another incredible day.

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Explore the Picos

You continue your journey through this biking mecca and wind via the scented forests towards the famous pilgrimage destination of Santiago de Compostela. This exquisite city, steeped in culture and history is a place that 300,000 people still make a pilgrimage to each year, Magellan riders make their own pilgrimage here too but mostly for the Tapas and wine!

From Santiago you cross back eastwards through rolling hills and unspoilt countryside to the historic city of Zamora ringed by well preserved defensive walls and gates where you can relax over dinner and drinks with views of the castle.

The amazing endless empty Spanish roads

You head back northwards towards the lake of Riańo, with its stunning mountains providing the backdrop for your lunch stop. You can sit by the water drinking coffee and indulge in some of the fantastic local prawns while gazing up at the passes you will cross that afternoon.

You carry on after lunch and journey up across the Picos one final time to your hotel for the final stop. The following morning you can choose a longer more scenic route into Santander or a shorter relaxing day taking in a stop at a local’s favourite lakeside grill on the way back to the ferry home.

Ride the Picos de Europa's 'Golden Triangle' and more, on this 9-day tour!

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Tour highlights

Picos mountains: A dramatically beautiful combination of geological magnificence, lush green vegetation and fantastic roads provides the setting for the beginning of your tour.

Santiago de Compostela: The capital of Galicia in the Northwest of Spain. A pilgrimage destination for 300,000 Caminos a year, the city is steeped in history and culture.

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'Riding the Picos Mountains is a firm favourite for me. I have ridden them a few times but I was looking for something different, that still allowed me to ride them and help me explore more of Spain while keeping the trip to about a week long. I'm so glad I found Magellan's website as this trip was just what I needed. Brilliant, thank you.'
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Historic city of Zamora: Ringed by well preserved defensive walls and gates this historic city has been described as a ‘Romanesque Museum’, you stay in the old town and can take a walk before dinner to go and explore some of the sights.

High hills and twisties of Western Galicia: These quiet, smooth hills are a bikers dream. With empty, perfectly tarmacked roads, bucketfuls of twisties and no traffic, this ride is incredible.

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Day 1 Arrival Day

Head over to Plymouth so you're ready to board the ferry the following day. If you're renting a bike, you'll collect it from near London and ride to Plymouth on this day.

Day 2 Crossing Day

Board the ferry and relax for the overnight crossing to Santander.

Day 3 114 Miles

Your first taste of the Picos de Europa.

Day 4 160 Miles

Wind via little sleepy Spanish towns along smooth empty roads and onto your overnight stop on the Pilgrim Trail.

Day 5 169 Miles

The National park and it’s scented forests lead you towards the pilgrimage destination of Santiago de Compostela.

Day 6 198 Miles

You journey from Santiago through national parks and past the spa town of Ourense to the delightful walled city of Zamora.

Day 7 195 Miles

Heading back north you ride towards the lake of Riano with its stunning mountains providing the backdrop for your lunch stop. Continuing on north you journey up to your hotel back in the Picos de Europa.

Day 8 117 Miles

Hearty breakfast and then on through the rolling countryside towards Santander to get your overnight ferry for the final leg of the trip home…

Day 9 Departure Day

Arrive home safe and sound and make your friends jealous with your tales of the 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.
8 nights’ accommodation in high-quality hotels. (Includes two nights of ferry cabin accommodation.)
Ferry crossings with cabins Portsmouth – Santander on the way out and Santander – Portsmouth on the return leg (if Portsmouth isn’t convenient for you do please get in touch as other crossings can be arranged see Q&A at the bottom of this page)(ferries may vary depending on tour dates).
Excellent breakfast 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.
What's not
Fuel.
Toll charges.
Admission charges.
Occasional hotel parking charges.
Meals and drinks.
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 £4995 £6990 £8390
HD Ultra Limited £7695 £9690 £13790
HD Street Glide £7695 £9690 £13790
/BMW K1600 GTL £7155 £9150 £12710
BMW R1250GS £6795 £8790 £11990
BMW R1250RT £6795 £8790 £11990

Rental prices calculated based on 9 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

When is the best time of year to do this trip?

May to September as a rule (with August being too hot for most people) although April and October can work with a dash of luck.

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 and you will normally be able to find somewhere to eat around 8-8:30pm.

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.

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