What Are the Dates of Your Spanish Bike Trips?

All of our self guided bike tours in Spain 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 somewhere like Canaries you need to be fit to get the most out of your cycling holiday, as the climbs are long and steep. In Mallorca and most areas of mainland Spain, you can ride anything from flatlands to tough climbs so chat to us and re can recommend the best holiday to suit you.

Are your cycling tours in Spain guided?

Most of our cycling holidays in Spain are self-guided, giving 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 also offer some guided cycling holidays, daily guided rides, as well as specific training camps which you can also find on our website.

When is the best time to go cycling in Spain?

For most areas, Spain enjoys good weather ideal for cycling adventures, from April to October. The peak summer months of July & August can be busy in towns and hot, but you can still enjoy some brilliant riding at that time and if you avoid the midday sun. Our favourite time is April to early July and September to October.

Where is good to cycle in Spain?

This really depends on what you want from your cycling holiday. If you're looking for tough climbing and winter sunshine, Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria are ideal. If you want a mix of cycling, Mallorca, Calpe, Girona and most other areas offer the chance to ride tough climbs whilst also providing the option of flat or undulating riding.

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Calpe Guided Cycling Holiday

Ride the Coll de Rates, enjoy great climbs and spend some time with like minded people. #Lovevelo #LoveCycling #Ridefurther

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£765

Where

Calpe, Spain

Dates & Duration

Saturday to Saturday, Feb-May & Sept-Dec

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Cycling Holidays in Calpe

What to Expect on This Trip

Calpe and the surrounding area have long been known as a cycling haven. Many professional cyclists call Calpe their home and plenty of pros come here to train. This trip is a chance to ride perfect cycling roads with like minded riders. There are 3 groups that will ride each day, covering different distances and riding at a different pace. Get in touch to find out what group is best for you.

Besides being a perfect cycling destination, Calpe also offers a beautiful promenade along arguably Costa Blanca’s most beautiful beach, perfect for chilling post ride.

This is a trip based in a single location

Accommodation

Your stay will be in the heart of Calpe, with like minded riders, in a beautiful 4* hotel.

Great Bikes

From full carbon with disc brakes and DI2s to e-bikes, let us know what bike you want in Calpe.

Airport Transfers

You have the flexibility to arrive and depart at any time. Just let us know the details and we will do the rest.

Guided Rides

Enjoy daily guided and supported rides, fully curated for your holiday in Calpe.

Saturday to Saturday Departures

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Saturday
Arrive into Alicante airport and you will be picked up and taken to your hotel in Calpe. Calpe provides direct access to incredible climbs and it's situated right on the coast so after a day on the bike, enjoy the beach or a drink overlooking the water.
Day 2 - Sunday
Today you will ride the Granadella route. Leaving Calpe along the coast line you will discover the beauty of Granadella geach, enjoy the magnificent views at Cap de la Nau and ride the roads inland. The faster two groups will will head in the direction of Jesus Pobre where these rides split. The middle group will head along the river Gata towards Lliber and the faster group will take in a loop of Llosa de Camacho and Benigembla. The slower group will stay on flatter roads and head towards the beach.

Group A 120km and 1795m
Group B 97km and 1485m
Group C 75km and 1165m
Day 3 - Monday
The ride today begins by leaving Calpe through the tunnels in Mascarat. At Altea La Vella you will start a 7km climb to the medieval town of Guadelest. The faster riders will head higher into the mountains, whilst the middle group will head to Callossa to attack the Col de Rates with a 9km climb from the south side. The slower group will enjoy a stunning ride around the lake.

Group A 124km and 1845m
Group B 101km and 1345m
Group C 76km and 980m
Day 4 - Tuesday
Today, all 3 groups will ascend the famous Coll de Rates, a stunning 6.5km climb in the heart of the mountains. The first two groups will ascend and the climb just before Tarbena and then head to Guadelest before climbing to the top of the Puerto de Sa Creueta. The slower group will ascend the Coll de Rates before riding back downhill to Calpe through stunning scenery over the Pont del Ferrandet.

Group A 119km and 1780m
Group B 95km and 1545m
Group C 74km and 1205m

Experience the Coll de Rates today
Day 5 - Wednesday
Wednesday's are a rest day and so there are no rides planned. Instead, enjoy the swimming pool under Mediterranean blue skies or head to the beaches of Calpe or Altea.
Day 6 - Thursday
This ride will first take you over a 7km smooth climb on N-332 to Xalo and Orba with views of the Lliber valley vineyards. The slower rides will head through orange groves back to Orba, whereas the faster groups will will ride a loop via Pedreguer. From Orba, you will head towards Pego and start the Vall d’Ebo climb before descending towards Petracos.

Group A 119km and 1780m
Group B 95km and 1545m
Group C 74km and 1205m
Day 7 - Friday
All three rides leave Calpe with a climb on ‘Poggio’, a short punchy 3km climb at 7%. In Lliber the two faster groups will head towards Gata de Gorgos. In Pedreguer the fastest group will ride a loop towards the coast in Denia then heading back via Orba to Xalo. Leaving Xalo all 3 groups will start the ascent of Puerto de Bernia, a 10km climb at 4.3%. The descent of Bernia back to Calpe offers fantastic views on your way home.

Group A 116km and 1595m
Group B 94km and 1520m
Group C 75km and 1150m
Day 8 - Saturday
Today you will leave us and we will provide you with a transfer back to Alicante.

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What Our Cyclists Say

I had the best experience booking through Love Velo. Phil and Tom worked over the Christmas break to organise a super last minute trip for me. The hotel was the nicest hotel I have ever stayed at - they upgraded my room for free. The bike rental were super accommodating and was located right next to the hotel. The routes were great - took the stress out of planning them. Airport transfer was same- easy and no stress. Calpe is also amazing! Just book it. Thanks again guys!

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Emily

From start to finish I had an amazing experience with Love Velo. We usually book our holidays ourselves but I took a chance with an agency for once and so glad I did. I'd like to call out Tom in particular. From my first conversation with him he was super helpful and completely understood my needs despite me being a bit vague with budget and requirements. He booked our one week trip to Calpe including private transfers, bike rental and a lovely hotel. The hotel was fantastic and the transfers experience was smooth. We had a whole mini bus just for the two of us! The bike rental was excellent too.

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Derek

Great experience with my trip to Calpe in Spain to join guided riding groups for 6 days. James at Love Velo gave excellent advice and support, offering me a range of options to suit my budget and aims. My trip featured a brilliant hotel, lovely food and a great room in a 4 star hotel, along with a memorable set of rides in the hills on a great hire bike with a local centre. I'd definitely go with Love Velo again.

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