Cycling short break, 5 days
Easy cycling for gentle riders, exploring Segovia´s hidden treasures.
Daily itineraries pitched at the right level and full of interest, with a stay at an exquisite new hotel each night.
The cycling takes place along the northern foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains Natural Park, along quiet country roads.
- Price : 410€ per person.
- Grade : Leisure
- Recommended time of year : April - end of October
What´s included?
- 4 nights accommodation in charming, small rural hotels with breakfast included.
- 2 picnic lunches.
- Luggage transfers between hotels.
- Detailed maps with your trail clearly marked .
- Itinerary description, full of recommendations for things to do and places to visit, advice and suggestions and information about your accommodation, etc.
- Emergency support.
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Options:
- Local transfers.
Bicycle and equipment rental.
Extra night/s in Segovia or Madrid.
Itinerary description
- Day 1 Arrival at the historic city of Segovia.
A world heritage site famous for its 2000 year old Roman Aqueduct, Romanesque Cathedral and Gothic Palace perched on a cliff. Time to explore the city before you start cycling.
Accommodation: Hostería Ayala Berganza. (www.hosteriaayalaberganza.com)
Day 2 Bicycle and equipment hand-over in the morning. You leave Segovia and head towards the town of San Ildefonso and the baroque Royal Palace of La Granja with extensive gardens modeled on Versailles. From here you begin cycling along quiet country roads towards Collado Hermoso, meandering through typical rural villages (breakfast included).
33 km by bike
Accommodation: Fuente Plateada. (www.fuenteplateada.net)
Day 3 Cycle along perfect country lanes with little inclines to the stunning, medieval town of Pedraza, perched on a hill. Along the way, there are several excellent examples of Romanesque churches to admire and a true feeling of being in hidden Spain emerges (breakfast and picnic lunch included).
35 Km by bike
Accommodation: Hostería el Arco, Pedraza. (www.hosteriadelarco.com)
Day 4 Excursion along hand picked country lanes, discovering the surrounding countryside and villages at your own pace (breakfast and picnic lunch included)
14 Km by bike
Accommodation: Hostería el Arco, Pedraza. (www.hosteriadelarco.com)
Day 5 Return (breakfast included).
The Hotels:
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Hostería Ayala Berganza, Segovia: A protected XVth century Castillian palace in the center of the stunning, historical town of Segovia. Situated only a few minutes walk from the famous 2000 yr old roman aqueduct. Seventeen carefully decorated rooms, common reading room and gardens. The service is warm and attentive and English is spoken.
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- Fuente Plateada, Collado Hermoso : Newly built in designer rustic style. Fifteen comfortable rooms with full bathrooms and different common rooms to relax in. Beautifully cared for garden, and health Spa. English not spoken but staff very willing to understand.
- Hostería del Arco, Pedraza: Located in the beautifully preserved medieval town of Pedraza, this rural hotel combines comfort with old Castilian rustic style. Ten very comfortable rooms and dining room, beautiful inner courtyard and bar. English not spoken, but friendly staff very willing to understand.
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Our hire bikes and equipment :
We provide you with fully equipped touring bicycles. Remember that we carry your luggage between hotels so you can travel light. You can also bring your own bike if you wish!
- Orbea hybrid bike
- 21 gears
- 3 sizes (16”, 18” y 20”)
- bicycle stand
- mudguards
- water bottle
- large rear panniers
- map carrier
- Specialized helmets
- pump
- repair kit
- spare inner tube
How to get there:
- Which airport should I fly to? Madrid international airport.
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How do I get to the Starting Point? Catch an AVE (High Speed Train) from Madrid to Segovia (9€, takes 25mins).
How do I get back to Madrid? Book our local transfer From Pedraza to Segovia (40€, takes 40mins) and catch an AVE (High Speed Train) back into Madrid (9€, takes 25mins).
