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Your guides for this tour will be Pablo (+34) 677 35 65 86 and Stephane (+34) 611 68 97 25).
Gratuities for our guides are much appreciated to thank them for exceptional service, support, and expertise. The industry standard for each individual guest is 7.5-10% tip of the trip price at the end of the tour. Local currency is preferred.
Call the Bike Spain Tours office on +34 915 590 653, or out of office hours call +34 677 356 586. We will get you where you need to be and get you the help you need.
Your insurance policy number is xxx. You can find your insurance documents here.
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In order to ensure that there is enough space for everyone to travel comfortably in the van, we ask that you bring only one standard hold luggage size suitcase and one rucksack per person.
Please be aware that Spaniards follow a very particular routine in terms of their daily meals, and this is often strictly enforced by restaurant opening hours, especially in small towns!
You can expect restaurants to be open for lunch from approximately 1:30pm – 4pm. Remember that lunch is the main meal of the day in Spain.
Dinnertime in Spain is any time from 8pm onwards. Dinner in Spain is typically a lighter meal.
Monday, September 7th. Vila Real de Santo Antonio.
Arrival day
Route: 24.9 km/15.5 miles
Elevation: +207 m/+678 ft
Accommodation: Pousada Vila Real de Santo Antonio
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, laundry
Meals included: Dinner
Welcome to your La Vuelta bike tour!
2pm: Our Bike Spain Tours team will pick you up from Hotel Legado Alcazar in Sevilla, and transfer you to our first hotel in the Algarve.
At our hotel in Vila Real de Santo António, we’ll carry out our welcome briefing and bike fitting. We’ll enjoy a brief warm-up ride along the beautiful Algarve coast, before getting to know each other over a delicious dinner at the hotel.
The small city of Vila Real was built in the 18th century as a home for fishermen sent to reclaim the fishing grounds of the eastern Algarve from Spain. The town is connected with the Spanish town of Ayamonte by a small ferry across the Guadiana, which was the only way to cross until the construction of the bridge in 1991. Enjoy a drink and some people-watching in Praça Marquês de Pombal, the elegant tiled main square.
Tuesday, September 8th. Vila Real de Santo Antonio.
Route: 97.8 km/60.8 miles
Elevation: +590 m/+1935 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 16: Cortegana > La Rábida. Palos de la Frontera
Accommodation: Pousada Vila Real de Santo Antonio
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast
The first kilometres are gentle, rolling along well-surfaced roads that offer constant views of the sea, sandy beaches, and salt flats, perfect for a relaxed warm-up.
Passing through small fishing villages and quiet coastal landscapes, the route is rich in cultural and natural beauty. As we cross into Spain, the road continues along scenic marshlands and pine-clad dunes, creating a sense of endless coastline stretching toward Palos de la Frontera, the historic port from which Columbus set sail.
Once in Palos de la Frontera, we’ll head to the VIP finish area to await the arrival of the peloton.
Wednesday, September 9th. Jerez de la Frontera.
Route: 63.9 km/39.7 miles
Elevation: +1772 m/+5813 ft
Accommodation: Hotel Jerez AQ35
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Today we’ll enjoy a stunning coastal ride along the Algarve coastline to the charming town of Tavira.
The route weaves past salt flats, pine forests, and quiet fishing villages, with the shimmering Atlantic always in view.
We’ll enjoy a ride rich in both culture and natural beauty, with long stretches of open road interspersed with scenic river crossings and traditional Algarve architecture.
In the afternoon, we’ll transfer to our next hotel in Jerez de la Frontera, ready for tomorrow’s time trial!
Thursday, September 10th. Jerez de la Frontera.
Route: 57.3 km/35.6 miles
Elevation: +403 m/+1322 ft
Accommodation: Hotel Jerez AQ35
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Today we’ll test our speed on the time trial route in Jerez, before watching the pros complete the same course from the VIP finish area!
8:30pm: In the evening, we’ll round off the day in true Spanish style with a delicious dinner and a flamenco show.
Friday, September 11th. Marbella
Route: 70.4 km/43.7 miles
Elevation: +1725 m/+5660 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 19 – Vélez-Málaga > Peñas Blancas. Estepona
Accommodation: Barceló Marbella
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym, spa, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
The first kilometres gradually open onto the rolling hills surrounding Ronda, dotted with whitewashed villages, olive groves, and terraced fields.
Soon, we approach the Peñas Blancas climb, one of southern Spain’s most legendary ascents. The climb itself is full of character—hairpins, steep ramps, and ever-changing perspectives. As we gain elevation, the vistas stretch from the rugged Serranía de Ronda to the sparkling Mediterranean, each pedal stroke more rewarding than the last. The summit is a classic Vuelta mountaintop finish, with panoramic views over the mountains and the Costa del Sol.
We’ll finish the ride at the VIP finish area, from where we’ll enjoy privileged views of the exciting summit finish.
After the peloton has crossed the line, we’ll transfer to our next hotel in Marbella.
Saturday, September 12th. Granada
Route: 45.8 km/28.5 miles
Elevation: +1405 m/+4610 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 20 – La Calahorra > Collado de Alguacil
Accommodation: Hotel Áurea Washington Irving
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, laundry, swimming pool, gym, spa
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
It’s time for the all-important final mountain stage!
In the morning, we’ll transfer to Granada to take on today’s summit finish at Collado de Alguacil. After the final rider has crossed the finish line, we’ll hop back on our bikes and enjoy a thrilling descent into Granada, finishing at the world-famous Alhambra palace.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy dinner together at our hotel.
Sunday, September 13th. Granada
Route: 70.1 km/43.6 miles
Elevation: +2026 m/+6648 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 21 – Carrefour Granada > Granada
Accommodation: Hotel Áurea Washington Irving
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, laundry, swimming pool, gym, spa
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Last day party!
Today is the day of the grand final. In the morning, we’ll enjoy some beautiful mountain cycling in the Sierra Nevada, a favorite training ground for local pros and World Tour riders alike.
In the afternoon, the party begins!
3:30pm: Our private Bike Spain Tours space in the luxury Neptuno VIP area, located in xxx will be open from 3:30 – 7pm. We’ll enjoy an open bar all afternoon, as well as a buffet of gourmet snacks (don’t eat too much before arriving!). From our VIP area, we’ll enjoy premium views of the race finish and the podium.
Monday, September 14th
Departure day
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our services will come to an end.
We hope that you had a wonderful La Vuelta experience with us!
