Great trip! Well organised, great hotels and evening meals. Bikes were in excellent condition. Communication with company excellent. Only thing we weren’t so keen on was the navigation app so resorted to google maps. Generally really pleased.
The tour was lovely and very well managed by the leader. I suggest that the cycling was harder than moderate, and anyone thinking of joining the tour be advised to be confident and cycling fit.
The trip ticked all the boxes as I imagined them, starting with beaches with turquoise transparent waters on the first and last days, from there it was medieval market villages, quiet cycling tracks through vineyards, oaks and almond trees and of course the mountains and their excellent views. Quiet hotels with character, lovely Mediterranean food and above all the charming ways of the locals. I would love to do it again, changing the route to discover even more places.
In this 11-day tour, you will visit all the must-see destinations of Spain. Start your tour from the great city of Madrid, before exploring the medieval Toledo, a Unesco World Heritage Site, also known as the ‘city of three cultures’ where Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities once coexisted and where to this day their cultural imprints live on. Next, you will head to Segovia, famous for its impressive Roman Aqueduct and its 16th century Jewish neighbourhood, among other numerous historic sites.
The tour continues in Córdoba, once the capital of Islamic Spain, and moves on to Seville for a guided bike tour. End your Spanish adventure in the heart of trendy Barcelona, known for its beaches, cuisine and cultural heritage. This tour packs plenty of Spanish culture, gastronomy, art and history.
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Very good holiday with excellent cycling routes, good quality bikes and some unique hotels. We did not realise that the Costa Brava had so many medieval villages relatively close to the coast.
This was my first Exodus trip and I loved everything about it. I was travelling solo which I had never done before. I was full of trepidation but I need not have worried. The trip far exceeded my expectations. The cycling is tough with plenty of hills to climb. However the group were lovely. I had so much fun, there was plenty of banter all week.
Fairly flat cycle ride of approximately 40 miles/day on mainly quiet roads or off road on the Via Verde, though there was some cycling on busy main roads. We had non stop sunshine and temperatures in mid 30s for our trip in late September, but felt that some of the Via Verde route would be almost impossible if it was wet. There were some good hills to ascend most days.
Rich with medieval villages, historic castles and churches, Catalonia (Catalunya) is contrasted with an impressive rocky coastline, dotted with pretty fishing villages, crystal-clear waters and beautiful golden sandy beaches. Steeped in culture and history, Catalonia's traditions date back over thousands of years.
Catalonia (Catalunya) is a semi-autonomous area of Spain; steeped in culture, its traditions and festivals date back over thousands of years. Rich in medieval villages, highlights include prosperous Peratallada, peach-coloured Pals and fashionable Begur. The rocky coastline is dotted with pretty fishing villages, crystal clear waters and beautiful beaches which are perfect to explore.
This holiday is full of contrasts and variety and explores one of the most beautiful corners of Catalonia. It's gentle cycling too, occasionally off-road, through olive groves, peach orchards and pine forests, and along pretty coastal paths. The landscape is gently rolling for the most part, making this an easy cycle and a relaxing holiday. The changing seasons bring white blossom in spring, sunflower yellow in summer and warm gold at harvest time. Fabulous coastal views, beautiful beaches and aquamarine waters make this an inspirational area.
This tour is perfect for history, art and architecture lovers. You will discover the old town and learn about the Ancient and Medieval Barcelona.
You will explore the Gothic district, and all it has to offer; its cathedrals, its squares and little maze-like streets where you will lose yourself in time. This enchanting and magical area was built centuries ago. Discover all the corners of this neighbourhood as well as the old Barcelona’s secrets and legends .
Later on, you will ride a bit further and get to know the symbolic Modernist architecture of Gaudi, by exploring the Sagrada Familia, Palau de la Musica, la Pedrera, and la Casa Batllo. You will go through the Born, a medieval district with its famous sites: The Santa Maria del Mar Basilica, the Picasso Museum and the Market of El Born.
Born Bike has its own friendly and fun-loving atmosphere, all you need to do is hit the pedals and enjoy!
