Valencia and the Costa Azahar

Once you arrive in Valencia, you will check into your contemporary hotel, which will be your home for two nights. After this, you will have time for an afternoon/evening of exploring; enjoy the Old Town, the City of Arts and Sciences or get your mouth around a traditional paella!

After you’ve spent a night getting acquainted with the city, you’ll be heading off on your bike for your first excursion, which will be on cycle routes from the city centre. The Albufera Natural Park consists of a freshwater lagoon and wetlands, it’s a true nature-lovers paradise that you won’t believe is just 10 miles or so away from the city. Take in the views from your bike and stop for a swim on the route.

On this day, you will start off in a private transfer with your bike from Valencia. Today’s route will entail a well-maintained cycle lane within some truly gorgeous landscapes and some peaceful rural lanes until you get to the lovely town of Mora de Rubielos. Here you will come across buildings dating back to as far as the 14^th century, including the highlight of the castle.

The fourth day will be another day of pleasant cycling along rural country lanes with a few twists and turns in them. This whole route will be mimicking the path of the river all the way to spa town Montanejo, where you can enjoy natural hot springs and mineral waters (said to do wonders for the skin). There will also be some architecture to enjoy in some buildings made in the 13^th century by the Arab king Abu-Ceit.

Today’s scenery will be mountainous, and luckily for your legs, it will be mostly downhill along a gorgeous valley to the sea. Your stop for the day will be El Grao de Castellón, a coastal town equipped with great views and seafood restaurants (one of which you can visit on the port).

Today’s journey will be along the coast, on the promenade and quaint seaside roads. There will of course be a chance to stop and make the most of the idyllic Mediterranean beaches en route to enjoy a sunbathe or a swim.

Your last day of cycling will be a bit more rogue through wild tracks whilst zigzagging across the Natural Marine Park “Sierra de Irta”. This area consists of untouched beaches, cliff tops and rocky landscapes, all with a backdrop of amazing views and inhabited by seabirds and amazing marine wildlife. Navigate this area with coastal paths until you get to your last destination of the tour of Peñiscola. This may be the last, but it’s not the least with its breathtaking turquoise waters.

Departure from Valencia or spend extra nights in the city or the surrounding region.

Arrival: Valencia

Departure: Peniscola

Nearest arrival airport(s): Valencia

Nearest departure airport(s): Valencia

We also recommend travelling by train to all of our cycling holiday starting and departure points. We can help you plan your journey to Valencia by rail.

Car parking is available on all tours at the first hotel or a nearby public parking location. Full details are available on request. Please do not book travel until an official invoice confirms the cycling holiday.