Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville
On this twin-centre self-guided cycle trip experience the white villages and mountain landscapes of Grazalema Natural Park contrast with the grandeur and buzz of Seville. From the comfort of a rural hotel you cycle through a varied backdrop of cork oaks, limestone cliffs and Moorish ‘white villages’. In Seville you explore the beguiling Moorish architecture, elegant palaces and peaceful gardens of this exciting city on the banks of the River Guadalquivir.

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville Tour Highlights:
Grazalema Natural Park – A beautiful area for cycling with varied terrain, white-washed villages and Moorish history
Seville – One of Spain’s finest and grandest cities with a rich Moorish heritage
Ronda – Delightful mountain town with an impressive setting over the Tajo gorge
Hotels – From the luxury of a comfortable rural accommodation with a pool to a comfortable family-run hotel in the old Jewish quarter of Seville

Why Book this tour Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville
Unlike many other operators, we include the hire of your bike in the overall cost of the holiday: you don’t need to bring your own or pay extra to hire one locally. We also provide a pump, lock, spare inner tube and tyre levers. All you need bring is your own helmet.

Cycling Information
On this journey you cycle 107 km over five days (an average of 21 km per day) with many further optional rides available. The first three days are on undulating provincial roads through rolling hills with some steep sections. The cycling in Seville is flat and on a mixture of roads and cycle paths. We have graded the route as moderate.

Climate
Spain
Overall, spring, early summer and autumn are ideal times for a Spanish trip – though the weather varies enormously from region to region. The high central plains suffer from fierce extremes, stiflingly hot in summer, bitterly cold and swept by freezing winds in winter. The Atlantic coast, in contrast, has a tendency to damp and mist, and a relatively brief, humid summer. The Mediterranean south is warm virtually all year round.

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 1: Holiday starts in Ronda
After travelling to Ronda by public transport or a private transfer, you will be met and driven to your accommodation in the hills of the Sierra de Grazalema. The taxi ride from Ronda bus station to your hotel is included in the price of your holiday and will be pre-booked considering your flight arrival details and journey to Ronda. You will be provided with the transport company’s contact details so you can advise of any changes. Your base for the first four nights of your holiday is a lovingly-renovated Andalusian farmhouse, which has retained many of its authentic features and is surrounded by spectacular countryside. Over the coming days, you can look forward to lounging by the pool here, enjoying tasty local dishes and touring nearby Moorish ‘white villages’ by bike. You will be able to sample the owner’s culinary skills in an included dinner this evening. As an alternative to travelling to Ronda by public transport, you may prefer to hire a car for your transfer to the hotel. You could also use this for your journey to Seville on day four of the itinerary.

Details of how to reach the start point of your holiday can be found on our website in the tour specific ‘dates and prices’ section by clicking on ‘Joining Info’ and then the ‘Show More’ button.
Cortijo de Las Piletas
Cortijo de las Piletas is a lovingly converted farmhouse located in the heart of rural Andalucia some 12 kilomotres from the picturesque town of Ronda. Rooms are comfortable but relatively simple and facilities include a swimming pool, patios and gardens.
Included Meals: Dinner

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 2: Visit Ronda; Enjoy a scenic ride back to the hotel
This morning, an included taxi ride will take you to the bike rental shop in Ronda to choose and adjust your bike. You will be required to sign an agreement of care upon receipt of the bike. You may choose to hire an electronic bike to assist with the hilly terrain of this area. You have a choice of cycling routes for your return to your accommodation. One option is a relatively strenuous but awarding route via Setenil de las Bodegas and the Roman theatre at Acinipo. The other is a gentler ride through the Rio Guadiaro Valley, via Benajoan and Montejaque.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 41 or 25 kilometres, respectively, depending on the route you choose.
Cortijo de Las Piletas
Cortijo de las Piletas is a lovingly converted farmhouse located in the heart of rural Andalucia some 12 kilomotres from the picturesque town of Ronda. Rooms are comfortable but relatively simple and facilities include a swimming pool, patios and gardens.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 3: Circular ride through the ‘white villages’ of Grazalema
Your morning starts with a pleasant ride among cork oak groves to the ‘white village’ of Grazalema. Here, a short walk takes you to a spectacular viewpoint over the Grazalema Natural Park. For your journey back to the hotel, you have the choice between retracing your tracks, or returning via the Zahara -El Gastor Reservoir. For the latter, after descending through a beautiful protected landscape for eight kilometres, you face a challenging ascent to regain height for your route back to the hotel.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 36 or 41 kilometres, respectively, depending on the route you choose.
Cortijo de Las Piletas
Cortijo de las Piletas is a lovingly converted farmhouse located in the heart of rural Andalucia some 12 kilomotres from the picturesque town of Ronda. Rooms are comfortable but relatively simple and facilities include a swimming pool, patios and gardens.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 4: A choice of routes past villages and prehistoric caves
Once again, there is a choice of a few different routes today. The simplest ride takes you to the lovely village of Montejaque and the prehistoric cave dwelling of Cueva de la Pileta. There is the option of stopping off along the way to walk down to Cueva del Hundidero – a natural cave at the bottom of a deep hollow. From Cueva de la Pileta, you can either retrace your tracks to the hotel, or ride down to Jimera del Ibar. From here, you can get the train to Benaoján and ride back to the hotel via Montejaque. A further option includes a long climb through a vast and open landscape from the beautiful white-washed village of Montecorto. On this route, you have the option of visiting the Roman theatre at Acinipo, if you have not already done so on day two. Returning to the hotel via a gravel track, you might need to walk the last 1.5 kilometres.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 28, 24 or 33 kilometres, respectively, depending on the route you choose.
Cortijo de Las Piletas
Cortijo de las Piletas is a lovingly converted farmhouse located in the heart of rural Andalucia some 12 kilomotres from the picturesque town of Ronda. Rooms are comfortable but relatively simple and facilities include a swimming pool, patios and gardens.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 5: Travel to Seville
You may choose to spend time enjoying one last dip in the swimming pool, or perhaps one of yesterday’s cycling routes before your included taxi journey to Seville. Here, your base for the last three nights of the holiday is a cosy, family-run hotel in the Jewish Quarter. Andalusia’s capital embodies everything that is quintessential about the region. This is the home of flamenco and bullfighting, where narrow Medieval alleyways lead into beautiful plazas. The city is famous for its vibrant nightlife and its tapas bars serve a mouth-watering fusion of local flavours.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 33 kilometers but is optional.
Hotel Murillo
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 6: Explore Seville on an audio-guided bike tour
After breakfast, a visit to the nearby bike shop provides you with a bike and an MP3 player on which to listen to your audio guide at various stops on your bike tour around the city. The first of three suggested cycle routes takes you past grand Moorish monuments, cool public gardens and along the famous esplanades.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 10 kilometres, depending on the route you choose.
Hotel Murillo
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 7: Continue exploring Seville; chance to watch a flamenco show
During your second day in Seville, you cross the bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel (of Eiffel Tower fame) to colourful Triana – a district famous for having its own strong and independent identity. Another highlight of today’s route is a visit to the El Arenal neighbourhood, famous for its tapas bars. As you pedal around Seville, you may well be struck by the intoxicating and up-beat atmosphere of this lively city. Tonight you may choose to go to a short, but spectacular, free Flamenco show, where new talent is presented in a beautiful setting.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 10 kilometres.
Hotel Murillo
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville: Day 8: Holiday ends in Seville
After breakfast, the organised part of your holiday comes to an end.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville Pricing due to currency fluctuations and seasonal changes please inquire for the best possible price.

Cycling In Spain Self Guided Ronda to Seville What’s Included:
Bike Details
Your included bike in the Ronda area is a 24 gear Trek or Stevens hybrid bike and will be the correct frame size for your height. This bike is fitted with a lateral pannier bag (17 litre capacity) and waterproof map holder. A water bottle holder is provided as well as the facility to fit your own pedals (9.5mm) or saddle/seat post (27.2mm) if you wish to bring them. A lock, pump, spare inner tube and puncture repair kit with tyre levers will be provided. Your included bike in Seville is a single speed simple city bike. All you need to bring is your own helmet.

Electric bikes (e-bikes) are available for an additional cost of £49 for the time spent in the Ronda area. The cycling in Seville is on the flat and e-bikes are not available for hire. Please contact us for more details or to request your e-bike.

Luggage Transfer
Included between each hotel.

Cycling Spain Ronda to Seville What’s NOT Included:

Equipment
On all Discovery Travel cycle holidays we recommend you bring along a cycle helmet, cycle glasses (to protect against dust, insects, pollen, sun etc) , cycle gloves (padded for more comfort) and a water bottle or water delivery system (eg camelback or platypus). Please note that it is a legal requirement to wear a helmet while cycling in Spain. In case of an accident resulting in personal injury, certain insurance policies (explore included) are invalidated in cases where a helmet was not being worn. Helmet hire is included and will be provided with the bike, but you may prefer to bring your own. You may choose to bring your own gel seat cover for added comfort. If a handle bar bag or pannier is not provided (check bike details below) then you may like to bring a small rucksack to wear while cycling. A lock, pump, spare inner tube and puncture repair kit with tyre levers is provided with the bike.

International flights
Any extra local transport (subways, taxis, buses) unless covered by the included passes
Baggage handling & luggage forwarding

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