Five days of unforgettable gravel riding
9th to 14th October
A ride into the mountains, through the olive and almond orchards, explore the breathtaking Gorafe Desert, stay in a gypsy cave opposite the magical Alhambra Palace, sleep a night out in the desert and watch the Flamenco dancers whirl.
Day 1
A warm up 60 km ride into the mountains following an old tram track to have lunch in a shady café on the riverside
Day 2
A slightly longer cycle through the Olive and Almond groves to the west of Granada, almost entirely on gravel, you'll love the long flowing descents back into Granada.
Gather for a barbeque on the terrace overlooking the Alhambra with a private Flamenco tableau after dinner.
Day 3
Set off across the mountains on our three day adventure into the heart of the Badlands.
The long climb is amply rewarded with a long 25km descent to the edge of the desert.
Day 4
Welcome to the Badlands!
First glimpses of the desert are from the old railway line, the scenery and riding just get better every kilometre.
Stop for lunch in a tiny village for home cooked tapas before heading out to desert proper where we'll be camping out under the stars.
Day 5
The desert gradually gives way to olive and almond groves as we head back towards Granada along the glorious gravel roads connecting pretty little villages.
Accommodation
In Granada, we're based from a series of caves in Albaicin, the traditional home of the gypsys of Andalucía and the heart of the Flamenco culture.
The caves are simply but comfortably furnished and the communal terrace has the most stunning view overlooking the Alhambra Palace.
We'll spend one night free camping under the stars in the Gorafe Desert.
The nitty gritty
Tour dates: 9th to 14th October
The cost per rider is £1550.00 which includes five days fully supported and guided gravel riding, all accommodation and luggage transfers when in the Gorafe desert.
Breakfasts and evening meals in Granada and when we free camp in the Gorafe desert.
Private after dinner Flamenco tableau in Granada.
Bike, luggage and camping kit transfer to and from London.
Price excludes flights and your travel costs getting to Granada, meals when riding to and from the Gorafe desert, all lunches & snacks.
A non-refundable £200 deposit will secure your place, balance due 8 weeks before the tour starts.
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