Best of La Rioja
This is cycling with a real touch of luxury: 4 star hotels, Michelin star restaurants and some of the best wines Spain has to offer. Spend two nights in the capital of La Rioja, Logroño, famous for its many tapas bars and quaint historic city centre.
One day cycling along the ancient pilgrim route “El Camino de Santiago” in the company of walkers and cyclists from all over the world. Visit the spectacular Unesco World Heritage Site: the monasteries of Suso and Yuso, the birthplace of the Spanish language. Cycle in the heart of this celebrated wine growing area amongst vineyards, wineries and wine museums.
One night in the stunning mountain town of Ezcaray, full of charm and original architecture. Explore the medieval walled town of Laguardia, perched on a hill-top with commanding views. Take the opportunity to visit the ancient churches with their treasured baroque paintings. Peaceful cycling along very quiet country lanes and tracks, with a glass of wine awaiting you at every turn!
Itinerary
Logroño, capital of la Rioja, is a small but vibrant city with a beautiful historic city centre and excellent restaurants and tapas bars. Soak in the atmosphere with a fabulous glass of Rioja.
Your morning starts with a short transfer to the starting point and handover of bikes. Here you will ride a section of the long distance pilgrim route El Camino de Santiago, which will take you to the beautiful town of San Millan de la Cogolla where you can visit two historical and cultural jewels: the Monasteries of Yuso and Suso, both Unesco World Heritage Sites.
23 miles (38 km) / Climb: 541 m
After another chance to visit the monasteries in the morning, today is an easy cycle through rolling countryside to the historic town of Ezcaray, set in the foothills of the impressive Sierra de la Demanda mountains. Tonight you’ll have the chance to dine in the exclusive **star Michelin restaurant, Echaurren in Ezcaray. 21 miles (36 km) / Climb: 421 m
Another easy cycle, this time along a dedicated cycle lane, away from any traffic. Coffee stops in Santo Domingo de la Calzada and Casalareina will reveal two rich historic and artistic towns well worth exploring, before arriving to the capital of wine production in the Rioja region: Haro. 21 miles (35 km) / Climb: 80 m
There will be chances to visit wineries in Haro in the morning and evening, but today you will ride along a delightful loop amongst vineyards to take in the essence of this rich region.
18 miles (31 km) / Climb: 471 m
Today you cycle along the river Ebro amongst vineyards, to reach the beautiful town of Briones where you can visit the Wine Museum of the Vivancos vineyard. From here, you’ll enjoy the quiet country roads taking you through colourful landscapes until you reach the beautifully preserved medieval town of Laguardia.
23 miles (37 km) / Climb: 661 m
Soon after leaving Laguardia, you come to the town of El Ciego, famous for its Marques de Riscal vineyard and its spectacular building designed by architect Frank Gehry. You rejoin the river Ebro on winding country roads which take you back to Logroño.
18 miles (31 km)/ Climb: 166 m
Why not treat yourself to an extra night or two to enjoy Logroño or to visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim Museum?
Route overview
There are some climbs on this Rioja cycling holiday on days when route moves away from Ebro Valley.
Total distance cycled: 202 km
Starting point of the cycling holiday: Logrono
Route Map (for guidance only)
Routes on our La Rioja tours by bike may be subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX files are available for most of the Rioja cycling holidays and Spain river holidays we offer. Please ask us for details.
What’s included
7 nights’ accommodation
Standard Bike Hire
7 breakfasts
Transfer to starting point on day 2
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
Activity insurance
Not included
lights to/from the start and finish
Evening meals (unless stated)
Local daily taxes (payable at the hotel)
Helmets
Water bottles
Travel insurance
Bike insurance (unless stated)
Welcome meetings (unless stated)
Transfers (unless stated)
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We have put a calendar of events together that will provide you with some inspiration of what you can expect on your holiday, and when the best time to jet off is. Now’s your chance to travel further than you can by foot and be part of a memorable and exciting two-wheel journey with us.
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