We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.
Scheduled
7 nights
Advanced
633 km
12500 m
Discover the Picos de Europa, an enchanting region in the north of Spain packed with iconic climbs and dramatic landscapes. Stay in unique local guestshouses and small hotels and experience the warm hospitality of the people of Asturias and Cantabria. Every ride promises jaw-dropping scenery and is packed with ‘wow’ moments around every corner.
Join us to discover this unique part of the world from the intimate perspective offered by the bicycle.
Road
Advanced
90 km
4 h 30 min
Lagos de Covadonga
Los Machucos
El Angliru
Les Praeres
Picos de Europa
Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.
Enjoy full ride support from our professional guide team & support vehicle.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.
Eat Sleep Cycle guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime.
All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.
The Torre de Ruesga Palace, built in 1610, is located in the Cantabrian town of Valle, in the Alto Asón region. It is surrounded by impressive nature, among which the Collados del Asón Natural Park stands out.
It has an outdoor swimming pool, modern Spa facilities with Jacuzzi and Sauna, and free WiFi Internet connection throughout the building.
Renovated in 2017, the Palace is elegantly decorated with stone walls and exquisite antique furniture. It also has a restaurant that serves impeccably prepared dishes using local products.
Santillana del Mar is known as “The town of three lies” because it is not holy, not flat and has no sea. Even so, it’s one of the most tourist-oriented places in Spain, and is protected with the designation of an Historic-Artistic Site. Two buildings in this town are the headquarters of Paradors. The Parador de Santillana del Mar is a new building which, while respecting the town’s surroundings, reproduces popular mountain architecture and has a large, pleasant terrace. It also has a restaurant, a bar, a sauna and a garden. Its spacious rooms, which are large-capacity and boast natural light, have the services and equipment necessary to hold all kinds of events.
It is an establishment with 15 exquisitely decorated rooms, with a living room with a games area and a library designed to offer maximum comfort and rest, a dining room where breakfasts will be served, an outdoor swimming pool, a relaxation area with Jacuzzi, a sauna and a cold shower, and internet connection. WiFi throughout the building and large terraces.
The Parador de Cangas de Onís awaits you on the banks of the river Sella, surrounded by the spectacular Picos de Europa. It is located in the Benedictine monastery of San Pedro de Villanueva, one of the oldest in Asturias and closely linked to the lineage of the first kings of Asturias.
The Parador, with spectacular rooms of stone and wood decorated to give a warm traditional feel, is the ideal starting point to discover the marvels to be found in the Asturian landscape. The salons and garden next to the river make an ideal setting for unforgettable celebrations, while its location just two kilometres away from Cangas de Onís allows you to enjoy the folklore of this ancient culture.
Just 4 km from Oviedo, the Hotel Castillo del Bosque la Zoreda stands, a magical spot in the heart of the wonderful Asturias’ countryside.
The Hotel occupies an emblematic palace of the early twentieth century, and in its Restaurante la Zoreda, one of the 5 best restaurants in Oviedo, you can taste a selection of the most recognized dishes of traditional cuisine.
The Filante SLR is an extremely lightweight aerodynamic bicycle used by World Tour team Astana. Enjoy a Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset and DT Swiss ERC 1400 wheelset.
Our top of the range road e-bike from Wilier. Enjoy a lightweight carbon frame, carbon wheelset and Shimano Ultegra Di2 shifting. The Filante Hybrid has a range of 1,000-2,000m of elevation, or constant use 1.5-2hrs. Range extenders are avialable to hire which doubles this range.
A comfortable e-road bike with a lightweight carbon frameset and a clean-cut design featuring fully integrated cable routing. The Garda Hybrid uses the proven and reliable Mahle X35+ drive unit with 250 Wh motor inserted in the rear hub while the battery is housed in the down tube. The groupset is Shimano 105 Di2. The Garda has an autonomy of 1,000-2,000m of elevation, or constant use 1.5-2hrs - it's possible to rent a range extender to double the range for an additional fee.
The Wilier Filante SL guarantees a first-class weight, a precise ride and a great aesthetic clarity thanks to the integrated cables. Carbon Monocoque frame with full internal cable routing Electronic Shimano 105 Di2 shifting Carbon wheels Chainrings: 50/34, Cassette: 11-34
The ultimate bike for climbers. The Diamante features a lightweight fully integrated frameset, a Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset and a carbon ERC 1400 wheelset from DT Swiss. The Diamante has gearing for climbing - a 50/34 chainset and an 11-34 cassette.
An endurance all-road bike that increases versatility with features that lean closer to gravel. Enojy a comfortable performance carbon frameset, an electronic SRAM Force AXS groupset and a MicroTech RE38 Carbon wheelset. 48/35 chainrings and 10-36 cassette
Josep is from a small city in Catalunya called Reus. He loves cycling and has a passion for sharing cycling experiences with others. He's a guide for Eat Sleep Cycle all over Europe & leads our Morocco tours.
Travel to Bilbao
Bilbao train station
11:00
Oviedo train station
Fully supported
4* & 5* Hotels and guesthouses
Full board
Group transfers included as described
optional
The northern coastal regions Euskadi, Cantabria and Asturias are perfect for cycling adventure, famous for their rugged, untamed landscapes and exquisite cuisine.
A 30% deposit will secure your place on the tour
The final balance is due 90 days before the tour departs
We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.
We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!
We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!
Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.
Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.
