8 days tour

Cycle The Camino De Santiago

This tour includes:

Guide

There will be a local cycling leader and an assistant leader driving the support vehicle.

Meals

All breakfasts are included. Breakfasts will be continental style with cold cheese, meats and bread, plus pastries, tea and coffee. Vegetarians: Please be aware that a meat and fish diet is the norm in northern Spain. Many vegetarians have not experienced any problems; however, please be prepared to be flexible. Please note, mealtimes in Spain are later than in many other countries; dinner is usually taken between 9pm and 9.30pm.

Others

All transport and listed activities Local bike hire

Transport

Transfers to and from the airport will be by private vehicle (normally minibus). While cycling, the vehicle will carry your baggage and be on hand with assistance or if you choose to sit out a section of the ride. A guide cycles with the group. Airport transfers are included for those on the group flights. Please note that transfers are not included for clients arriving on any other flight, even if Exodus has booked it. If you require airport transfers, you may (by prior arrangement only) be able to join the group transfer. Transfers are arranged to coincide with the arrival time of the group flight โ€ please check the group flight details 2 weeks before departure. If you do not take this transfer, or miss it, you must make your own way to the joining point at your own expense.

Accommodation

In the smaller villages, we stay in characterful family-run casa rurales and in larger towns we stay in larger hotels. All have en suite facilities and are situated beside the Camino de Santiago.

Not included:

Others

โ€” Travel insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request) โ€” E-bike hire

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Itinerary of your trip Cycle The Camino De Santiago

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Leรณn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Leรณn

      The trip starts in Leรณn. We may have time to visit the beautiful gothic cathedral and stroll around winding narrow streets before a trip briefing and our first meal as a group. Accommodation: Apartahotel Exe Campus San Mamรฉs

  • Day 2 Day 2: Ride Across The Plains Of Castille Through Countryside And Quaint Villages To Astorga (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Ride Across The Plains Of Castille Through Countryside And Quaint Villages To Astorga (Breakfast)

      We head into the countryside, riding across the plains of Castilla through cultivated countryside and quaint villages with adobe houses and wine caves. We take lunch in Hospital del Orbigo and on entering the village we cross a medieval bridge, which is one of the longest pilgrimage bridges in Spain.). We then ride the final 9mi (15km) to the beautiful walled town of Astorga, with views of the Leรณn mountains in the distance. Ascent: 1,444ft (440m); descent: 1,325ft (404m) Accommodation: Hotel Gaudi

  • Day 3 Day 3: Climb Into The Leรณn Mountains To The Monte De La Cruz De Ferro; Descend To Molinaseca (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Climb Into The Leรณn Mountains To The Monte De La Cruz De Ferro; Descend To Molinaseca (Breakfast)

      Today's ride is the most beautiful of the trip as we leave the Castilian plains and climb gradually into the Leรณn mountains to the Monte de la Cruz de Ferro (4,938ft/1,505m). We pass through Castrillo de los Polvazares en route, known for its very special architecture created by strong orange-coloured stone. After riding through the mountain village of Acebo (the main street is a straight line of beautiful balconied houses) we enjoy the rest of our descent into Molinaseca with stunning views of the surrounding valley. Ascent: 2,592ft (790m); descent: 3,527ft (1,075m) Accommodation: Hostal El Palacio

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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