Andalusian Cities by Bike

Southern Spain Spain: (ZZ-BK-ESTA02)
URL: https://www.hiddentrails.com/tour/spain_biking_cadiz_seville.aspx

Introduction
Southern Spain Spain
Embark on a weeklong itinerant biking holiday across Andalusia.

We invite you to visit and get to know Cádiz, Jerez de la Frontera and Seville by bike through their people, customs, flora & fauna and gastronomy. Pedal through rural paths while learning more about the local culture.

Accomodation

Accommodations
This is a progressive trip so nights will be spent in different locations.

Description
During this trip, you will be accommodated in 2 to 4-star hotels along the way.

Accommodation Itinerary - subject to changes based on availability
Night 1: Hotel Alcazar in Sevilla
Night 2: Hotel Manolo Moya in Los Palacios     
Night 3: Hotel Barrio Nuevo in Lebrija
Night 4: Hotel Palacio de Arizon in San Lucar de Barrameda    
Night 5: Hotel Francia y Paris in Cadiz    
Night 6: Hotel Los Cantaros in Puerto de Santa Maria
Night 7: Hotel Itaca in Jerez de la Frontera

Hotel Alcazar in Sevilla. 
This hotel is ideally located in the heart of the city. The rooms have recently been renovated and include a TC, a phone, air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom with hair dryer.

Hotel Manolo Moya in Los Palacios
This charming hotel offers simple but comfortable rooms. All rooms feature a TV, a private bathroom, internet access and air conditioning.

Hotel Barrio Nuevo in Lebrija  
This hotel offers a great mixture of authenticity and modernity. The rooms come equipped with private facilities, air conditioning, a TV and free Wi-Fi access.

Hotel Palacio de Arizon in San Lucar de Barrameda  
This lovely 4-star hotel offers modern accommodation with each room including a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a fully equipped bathroom and free internet access.

Hotel Francia y Paris in Cadiz
This beautiful property displays a neoclassical architecture from the 20th century. The rooms have a modern decor and come equipped with air conditioning, a TV, private facilities, a safe and free internet connection.

Hotel Los Cantaros in Puerto de Santa Maria
This small hotel has 39 bedrooms that all include a full ensuite bathroom, a TV, air conditioning and Wi-Fi internet.
There is a rooftop terrace where guests can relax in the evening.

Hotel Itaca in Jerez de la Frontera
Located in the Old Town, this property is housed in a former convent dating from the 19th century. Each of the 53 rooms offers a comfortable bed, a TV, free Wi-Fi, temperature control and a private bathroom.



Meals
Your package includes all breakfasts. Lunches and dinners need to be paid extra.

Special diets and dietary restrictions:
We can cater to special diets with advanced notice.
 

Riding

Itinerary



Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival in Seville
Once you check-into your hotel, you will have a meet and greet with our local guide. During this orientation meeting, the guide will explain the route and give you all the information and equipment necessary for your trip. In case you need to rent bicycles we will prepare the bikes so that they meet your specifications.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Hotel in Sevilla


Day 2: Sevilla to Los Palacios
Once you reach Seville’s Alcazar, take some time to do some sightseeing. We recommend going to the Gold Tower (La Torre de Oro), the cathedral, La Giralda & La Plaza de España before leaving Sevilla.
Then it is time to start your cycling adventure. Cycle through an ecosystem rich in fauna, flora and amazing views, through rice fields, cotton and vine plantations.
Cycling 35 km
Total vertical up 155 m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in Los Palacios


Day 3: Los Palacios to Lebrija
Bike through beautiful landscapes of extensive crops, marshes and vineyards. The relationship of Bajo Guadalquivir region with agriculture and livestock farming dates back to a very long time. This region is nestled on the left bank of the Guadalquivir river, and deeply relies on the river for agriculture and farming.
Cycling 41 km
Total vertical up 70 m

Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in Lebrija


Day 4: Lebrija to San Lucar de Barrameda
Today's route departs from Lebrija and continues through San Lucar de Barrameda, Chipiona, Costa Ballena, through flat land with hardly any steep slopes. Because it follows an old train route, it is mainly flat.
It is practically in line with the coast and once past Chipiona, you can see the coast and a stretch of beach.
During the trip you can observe the farmland which is traditional of the area as well as the greenhouses.
Cycling 45 km
Total vertical up 82 m

Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in San Lucar de Barrameda


Day 5: San Lucar de Barrameda to Cadiz
On this day we shall cycle through an ecosystem rich in fauna, flora and amazing views, pedaling through rice fields, flowers, cotton, and vine plantations in direction a la Costa de la Luz.
Once in Rota we take the boat to Cadiz our overnight stop.
Cycling 22 km
Total vertical up 44 m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in Cadiz

Day 6: Cadiz to Puerto de Santa Maria
Today, we will cycle through the Metropolitan Park of Los Toruños and Pinar de la Algaida Marshes.
Cycling 32 km
Total vertical up 61 m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in Puerto de Santa Maria


Day 7: Puerto de Santa Maria to Jerez de la Frontera
For the last cycling day, the itinerary goes through beautiful landscapes. As it passes through the different points of interest, you can take break and visit various places such as the Endorheic Natural Complex of El Puerto de Santa María, a wetland formed by three lagoons where you can enjoy bird watching and its quiet landscape.
Continue your itinerary to Jerez de la Frontera, a city where you can enjoy historical and cultural highlights and where you can taste fantastic wines.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Hotel in Jerez de la Frontera

Day 8: Departure
End of the program after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast

For those who wish to cycle more, we can arrange a special program fro you on request (inquire for rates):
Day 2 Seville-Los Palacios (Total length: 35 Km)
Day 3 Los Palacios-Lebrija (Total length: 41,17 Km)
Day 4 Lebrija-Cádiz (Total length: 63,60 Km)
Day 5 Cádiz-Puerto Real (Total, length: 29,50 Km)
Day 6 Puerto Real-Benalup (Total length: 51,42 Km)
Day 7 Benalup-Los Barrios (Total length: 57,90 Km)


Rates and Dates for Andalusian Cities by Bike

Rates include:

Accommodation, All breakfasts, Tour orientation, Route descriptions with maps, Emergency phone number, Luggage transfers & Boat ticket on Day 4

Packages and Options




* prices are per person based on double/twin occupancy

Transfer and Other Charges:



 DescriptionEUR~US$
2024 Single supplement 245 $2,500
2024 Transfer from Sevilla airport to Sevilla city center (hotel), one way, per car (up to 4 pax) 30 $30
2024 Transfer from Jerez to Sevilla airport, one way, per car (up to 4 pax) 150 $155
2024 Bike rental, pp, per week 125 $130
2024 E-bike rental, pp, per week 235 $240

Dates Note:

Rates do not include:

Tourist tax (if applicable - depends on accommodation), Drinks, Lunches and dinners, Bike Rental & Transfers

Other Info
Meeting: Seville
Airport: Seville
Transfer:

Climate:
                                                    Los Barrios
area

Month

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Average High Temperature (°F)

61

62

65

68

72

78

83

83

79

73

66

63

Average Low Temperature (°F)

51

52

54

56

60

65

68

69

67

62

57

53

Average High Temperature (°C)

16

17

18

20

22

26

28

28

26

23

19

17

Average Low Temperature (°C)

11

11

12

13

16

18

20

21

20

17

14

12

Average Precipitation (days of rain)

6

7

5

5

2

0

0

0

1

5

6

7

Source: NOAA


Seasons
Andalusia benefits from a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers.
Rainfalls are not common in this region as the sun shines on average 300 days a year. Most of the rain falls during the winter months, but it very rarely rains for a long time.

What To Bring: