Dulwich Paragon's OFF- Road extravaganza
Five days of unforgettable gravel riding
30th March to 6th April 2025
'The best off-road riding in the World' IMHO
This is seriously shit hot off-road, dare I say 'gravel' riding. With mile upon mile of unbroken dirt road to explore in some of the most staggeringly beautiful scenery, it certainly ranks at the top of my riding experience.
The first few days we'll be based in Granada, staying in gypsy caves opposite the Alhambra Palace before venturing out for a 3 day tour into the Gorafe Desert, aka Badlands.
Highlights
Fabulous Gravel
Covering 400km with just one gate, the gravel riding here is some of the most fabulous you'll ever encounter.
Stay in Caves
Stay in the gypsy caves of the the Albaicin district of Granada.
GORAFE DESERT
Ride through the incredible scenery of the Gorafe Desert aka Badlands
Great Riding
Gnarly climbs or flowing 15 km descents through pine forests, it's got it all.
Flamenco night
Enjoy a barbeque on the terrace overlooking the Alhambra Palace followed by a private Flamenco Tableau
Traditional Food
Eat simply, eat well with homecooked traditional Andalusian food in the bars in small villages.
INTINERARY
DAY 1
Travelling to Granada
Day 2
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 3
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 4
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 5
Welcome to the Badlands!
Your first glimpses of the desert come from the old railway line, and the scenery and riding just get better with every kilometre.
Stop for lunch in a tiny village to enjoy home-cooked tapas before heading out to the heart of the desert.
Day 6
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.
Day 7
Travelling - we'll arrange a transfer to Malaga Airport, arriving at the Airport at 10 am
Accommodation
We're staying in locally owned caves and traditional houses, which are simply but comfortable furnished.
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 communal terrace has the most stunning view overlooking the Alhambra Palace.
The nitty gritty
Tour dates: 30th March to 6th April
Numbers are capped at 10 riders and is only available to Dulwich Paragon Members.
The cost per rider is £650 (on shared room basis) which includes five days guided gravel riding, all accommodation with breakfast .
Private after dinner Flamenco tableau in Granada.
Transfers to and from Malaga Airport.
Price excludes flights, meals when riding to and from the Gorafe desert, all lunches & snacks.
A non-refundable £100 deposit will secure your place, balance due 8 weeks before the tour starts.
Single room supplement at available for £250.00 per person is available.
WHATS INCLUDED
ACCOMMODATION
We stay in caves in Granada and local hotels/caves in the Gorafe.
Meals
Breakfasts and an evening dinner with a genuine Flamenco Tableau in Granada is included.
Fully GUIDED
Charlie and Dax will be guiding you on each ride.
Route grade
Red/Challenging, riders require reasonable fitness and some experience riding off road.
Bike Transfer
We can arrange door to door bike transfer.
Airport Transfer
We'll meet you in the late afternoon of Day 1 at Malaga Airport and drop you off there before 10:30 AM on Day 7.
Bike Hire
You can hire a Titanium Landrace Gravel bike for this trip
Any Questions
Send me an email or give me a call 07930406610
How to get to Granada
Included in the cost is a late afternoon transfer from Malaga Airport to Granada and vice versa on the last day arriving at Malaga Airport by 10:30am
I recommend these flights:
30/3/2025 - 12:30 pm EasyJet from Gatwick
6th April - 12:15 pm Wizz Air returning to Gatwick
Bikes Boxes will cost £110 return on top of the fare.
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