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Included:
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- An experienced, English-speaking cycling guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
- At least one leader qualified in first aid
- 7-day cycling tour along the Camino de Santiago
- Accommodation — shared twin/double ensuite rooms in 2* and 3* hotels (6 nights)
- Meals as listed in the itinerary
- Support vehicle and luggage transfers
- Airport round-trip transfers (to and from Santiago de Compostela Airport) — on scheduled arrival / departure days only
Add-ons:
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- Bike rental — $360 for a mountain bike, $540 for an e-mountain bike
- Single supplement — $465
Not included:
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- Transportation or flights to Spain
- Meals not listed in the itinerary and snacks
- Travel insurance
- Personal clothing and equipment
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, bar bills, hotel facilities etc)
- Entrance fees to museums and other attractions en route
- Airport transfers on days other than the scheduled arrival / departure days
- Guide gratuities — optional
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Cycling the Camino de Santiago requires great fitness and stamina. You’ll be cycling between 30 and 50 miles (48-80 km) per day, sometimes on long and steep climbs. Expect varying terrain, with some sections being uneven, unpaved, or on loose ground. This trip is ideal for those who cycle regularly, and it’s even better if you have experience of riding on uneven/unpaved terrain. If you’re joining this cycling tour, we expect you to be fit and healthy, ready to take on an achievable challenge!
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The route follows the Camino Frances as closely as possible. You’ll be riding on different surfaces including back roads, forest tracks, and footpaths. There are occasional sections along the Camino that are loose and rocky, which you can either ride or hop onto the road for some faster riding.
The trail can get narrow and once in Galicia, you’ll encounter corredoiras, beautiful ancient cobbled lanes that can get a bit rough at times. Although most of the Camino is leisurely, there are still a few substantial climbs with frequent ups and downs along the way. There is an option of renting electric bikes, which is what we recommend to anyone who’d like a little boost up some of those hills!
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Here’s what you’ll need:
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- Comfortable, season-appropriate riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material
- Padded shorts
- Peaked helmet
- Sneakers or sport shoes
- Breathable outside layer or jacket
- Sunglasses
- Plenty of water, water bottle or hydration bladder
- Daypack with snacks
- Biking gloves are optional but recommended
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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If you don’t own a suitable bike or would prefer to avoid bringing your own, your guides have bikes available to rent.
On standard departures, you’ll have the choice between mountain bikes (with front suspension, disc brakes and good-quality components, $360 per person) or e-mountain bikes (usually a BH Atom e-mtb with 29” wheels, or equivalent, $540 per person). If booking onto one of the e-bike departures, only e-bikes will be available. Learn more about e-bike departures by choosing any date and reaching the checkout page.
If you choose to bring your own e-bike, on any of departures, please contact us so we can discuss the bike specification and ensure it is suitable for the tour.
Bikes come equipped with panier racks and bag, two bottle cages and water bottle, a seat post bag containing: puncture repair kit, multitool, inner tube (unless the bike is a tubeless e-bike) and pump.
If you do decide to rent and would like us to provide a helmet, please let us know at the time of booking, otherwise you should bring your own helmet with you. Please also let us know if you plan on bringing your own clip-in pedals, or if you will use the flat pedals which our rental bikes come fitted with.
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Group sizes and prices:
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- The group size for this guided tour along the Camino de Santiago is 14 people.
- There are usually 3 guides per trip, two mountain bikers and one guide in the support vehicle.
- At least 6 people have to sign up for the tour to run.
Cycling the Camino de Santiago can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.
Min. age requirements:
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Children are occasionally able to go on trips with a legal guardian. That said, if you have a young rider strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they may be able to participate on a case-by-case basis.
- If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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To get to your cycling tour along the Camino, it’s best to fly into Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ). Your guides will pick you up at the airport for the start of the tour and drop you off at the airport on the last day of the tour. This is included in the price, but if you’d like to arrive earlier than Day 1 and leave later than Day 7, you’ll have to arrange transportation by yourself.
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Medical and travel protection are mandatory on this adventure. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!
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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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