What Are the Dates of Your Bike Trips?

All of our self guided bike tours are entirely tailor made. You can choose what day you want to travel and what riding you want to do. Our guided bike tours have set dates which you can see on each itinerary page.

How fit do I need to be?

This depends on where you're riding. In the mountains, you need to be fit to get the most out of your cycling holiday, as the climbs are long and steep. Trips that see you cycle from point to point, require you to be able to ride the required distances each day, but at your own pace and if you're worried, we always have e-bikes available.

Are your cycling tours guided?

We have a mix of both guided and self guided cycling holidays. Those that are guided usually include full support but check each itinerary that we sell, as this can change from time to time. Our self guided cycling holidays give you the freedom to explore at your leisure. Armed with our detailed route packs, you can effortlessly navigate the stunning landscapes, pausing whenever and wherever you desire. We will take care of logistics like luggage transfers if you're moving from base to base. It's the perfect blend of independence and support, making for an unforgettable adventure.

Who can enjoy a Love Velo holiday?

Anyone who enjoys riding, is relatively healthy and happy to explore our self guided routes.

How do our self guided holidays work?

With most of our self guided trips, we will take care of everything you need except the flights. If you’ve booked airport transfers, our friendly drivers will be waiting for you and of course the hotel(s) we organise will be perfect for a cycling holiday. If you’ve booked bike hire, be sure to check where you’re getting it from (that will be on your confirmation) as it might be delivered to your hotel, or might need you to pick up from the bike shop. We will also provide you with a set of routes to discover the best cycling, fully curated by our expert route team. If you’re moving from hotel to hotel, we can of course also provide you with luggage transfers.

How do our guided holidays work?

Our guided holidays usually include full van support and guided riding, as well as accommodation and bike hire. Check the website or give us a call for specific information about a particular trip.

What do the bikes come with?

Most bikes come with a mini pump, spare tube and tyre levers. However, this is dependent on destination so please check before you travel, and we always recommend bringing your own mini pump just in case.

Can you fit bikes to suit me?

We will size your bike according to your height. We do this because frame sizes differ between manufacturers. We are also able to take 3 specific measurements called your ABCs so that when you arrive on your holiday, your bike will be set up in advance with only a small amount of adjustment, if any, required. Please note that we do not setup bikes in accordance with a bike fit.

What about Travel Insurance?

It is a condition of travel that you have an adequate travel insurance policy in place for your holiday. We don't recommend any provider but we do work with Yellow Jersey Cycling Insurance and they offer our customers 15% off using LOVEVELO15 at the checkout.

Do I have to wear a helmet?

We strongly encourage all of our guests to wear a helmet. Laws regarding helmets can vary from country to country, so it is also advisable to check this in advance. We don’t provide these from a hygiene and safety perspective. We recommend that helmets are ridden on all our holidays and we suggest you clip your helmet to your hand luggage so that you can keep it safe and secure whilst you travel. It is mandatory to wear a helmet on some of our holidays so please ask us in advance.

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Cycling in Murcia

Cycling In Murcia

Located in south east Spain Murcia offers a fantastic climate and quiet and traffic free roads, yet it is not a well known cycling destination.

We had the pleasure of visiting Murcia pre lockdown, staying at the world famous La Manga resort and we are here to tell you why you need to cycle in Murcia, what the best routes and climbs in the region are, and why cycling in Murcia shouldn’t be missed.

What’s So Great About Cycling In Murcia?

The question really should be what’s not great about cycling in Murcia? Averaging over 320 days of glorious Mediterranean sunshine every year, you can cycle in Murcia deep into autumn. As an example, you will still be looking at highs of 20 degrees in November and late teens in February. Compare that to cycling in Mallorca or biking in Girona where temperatures are on average about 5 degrees lower than riding in Murcia in these months, and it’s easy to see why Murcia is such a hub for sports people.

Whilst the weather is undoubtedly a huge selling tool in Murcia’s armour, the real excitement for us cyclists are the quiet, traffic free roads. Sport in the Murcia sunshine is not new. La Manga has played host to countless Premier League football teams, top 10 tennis players and of course, elite level golfers. For some reason though, cycling in Murcia goes under the radar. Having ridden the roads, there’s no reason it should. Quiet switchbacks lead to incredible views, short punchy climbs provide great training and the rides along the coast overlooking the sea are food for the soul.

Don’t just take our word for it, the Vuelta will be passing through Murcia for Stages 8 & 9 this year so the best of the best will be riding the fantastic roads of Murcia.

The Best Cycling Climbs In Murcia

Our favourite climb is the Cabezo de la Plata, to the east of Murcia. If you climb it from La Manga, you will enjoy fairly flat riding until Roldan before you start to climb gradually. The climbing continues on for about 20km before reaching Alto Garruchal where you can grab a coffee at the cafe before a great 10 km descent to Torreaguerra. You then have a 12km ascent, averaging 3% to Cabezo de la Plata. From here, it’s all downhill back to La Manga.

We also love Cruz Chiquita in the Portman Hills. It’s a great climb to access quickly from La Manga and whilst it’s only a short 6km climb, it packs a punch and is great to use for a time trial. Couple it with a round trip of Cartagena and make sure you stop for a coffee at the Coffee Lab. You can also loop back round and add on the La Manga peninsular or ride back through the Parque Regional de Calblanque.

Where To Stay In Murcia

La Manga is undoubtedly the most well known resort in the area. Home to world class golf, tennis, football and more, it’s superb for elite sport as well as relaxation with saunas, steam rooms and swimming pools.

It also offers a 5* hotel or self catering and apartment options from Los Lomas. If you prefer to stay in a town rather than a resort, we recommend staying in Los Alcazares right by the beach.

When To Travel

The best time of year to cycle in Murcia is away from the hot summer.

Ride in the Spring between February to late May, or between September and November and you will enjoy warm sunshine and temperatures perfect for cycling.

Spain Cycling Holidays

Ready to pedal through Spain's stunning landscapes? Discover everything you need to plan your perfect cycling holiday. Visit our Spain cycling holidays page for all the details!

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Whether you're a keen road cyclist, enjoy riding an e-bike or hybrid bike, or want to get your family more active, we have the perfect cycling holiday for you.

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