Train In The Sun This Winter
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The Perfect Pre-Season Training Ground? -
For Pre-Season Quality Miles
RIDE CAMP
6 NIGHTS
COMFORT
LEVEL 2-3
587 KM
13,500M
COSTA DEL SOL RIDE CAMP
Ride the Costa del Sol and experience Europe’s mildest ‘winter’ climate. Part 1 of the camp is spent in the coastal town of Nerja where post-ride relaxation can be spent with views of the Mediterranean. For Part 2 venture a little way inland to the town of Orgiva, a perfect base to take in the climbs in the Alpujarra & Sierra Nevada mountains.
This is a perfect week to ride quality base miles and prepare for the season. Our guides will set a sustainable pace for the group and indicate suitable climbs for harder efforts for those looking for more intense training.
On an Eat Sleep Cycle tour all you have to think about is enjoying your ride. Our trip support is second to none and we pride ourselves on a high staff-guest ratio. We take care of everything so you can savour the ride of a lifetime. This is a flexible itinerary offering riders the opportunity to extend or shorten the ride depending on their fitness level.
CYCLING ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival in Nerja, Rescate, 72 km, 2,100 m
Day 2:
Nerja, Arenas, 90 km, 2,000 m
Day 3:
Ride Nerja to Orgiva, 120 km, 2,600 m
Day 4:
Orgiva, Lanjaron, 95 km, 2,000 m
Day 5:
Orgiva, Trevelez, 110 km, 2600 m
Day 6:
Orgiva, Coast, 100 km, 2,200 m
Day 7:
Departure from Orgiva
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
Yes!
Our Costa del Sol Ride Camp is designed for ‘Advanced’ riders with optional extensions for riders who want to challenge themselves further, as well as options to shorten the rides for those who need to. To best enjoy the tour riders should be comfortable riding 100 kms and able to climb for at least an hour without stopping. Training for the tour is recommended.
MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- NERJA
- ARENAS
- ORGIVA
- LANJARON
- TREVELEZ
RIDE CAMP INFORMATION
RIDE SUPPORT
Full Support
Rides are fully supported by our team of guides and vehicles.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water. On longer days the team will serve a roadside lunch – a time efficient pit stop with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, fruit & veg to keep you energized and feeling healthy all week.
Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders 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. Our Tour Leaders know the region well and speak the local language.
Mechanical support will be close by at all times.
Quick Facts
- ORGIVA IS SET IN A VALLEY WITH VIEWS OF SIERRA NEVADA, SIERRA DE LUJAR AND SIERRA CONTRAVESIA.
- THE COSTA DEL SOL COASTLINE STRETCHES OVER 159KM FROM MANILVA TO NERJA.
- THE HIGHEST POINT OF THE ALPUJARRA MOUNTAINS IS CAPILEIRA AT 1,436M.
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
Half Board
We understand that quality miles require quality and quantity of food. That’s why this trip is half-board and we provide ride nutrition too.
Andalucia is as famous for its food as it is for its rich history and culture. From pucheros to paella, seafood to salmorejo, the flavours of this area of Spain are sure to tickle your tastebuds.
A breakfast buffet is included each morning at your Hotel. During the ride we will keep you fuelled with our favourite ride food. We’ll stop en route for lunch at local bars where you can choose from the menu (at your own expense). Our evening meal is enjoyed back at the Hotel.
Southern Spain Hospitality
MB Boutique Hotel * * *
Located next to the beach this is a hotel to ease you into the holiday mode, complete with a rooftop terrace & bar.
Hotel Taray Botanico * * *
Location location location. Not only is this hotel perfectly situated for some spectacular riding, it also has an onsite restaurant and spotless rooms. Family run, the hotel is exceptionally peaceful and a perfect finish to our Ride Camp.
*Hotels subject to availability. We reserve the right to change
hotels.
BIKE HIRE
Bike Hire
Benefit from a 10% discount on any Eat Sleep Cycle bike hire as part of this package.
Choose from a Ridley, designed in cycling’s heartland of Belgium, or a state-of-the-art Factor bike. All our bikes are supplied with compact 50-34 chainsets & 11-32 cassettes.
Our Bikes
RIDLEY FENIX SL 105
- Carbon Frame
- Shimano 105 11-speed
- Forza RC23 wheelset
RIDLEY HELIUM X
- Carbon Frame
- Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
- Forza RC23 wheelset
RIDLEY FENIX DISC
- Disc Brake Road Bike
- Carbon Frame
- Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- DTSwiss R24 DB wheelset.
FACTOR O2
- State-of-the-art lightweight frameset
- Black Inc. carbon wheels & finishing kit
- Shimano Ultegra Di2
TRIP SUMMARY
Trip Dates
17th- 23rd February 2019
On demand for groups
Price Per Head
€1,799*
Single Supplement €199
Travel Logistics
Arrive: A group transfer will depart from Malaga Airport at 10:00 on the 17th February (1 hour travel time)
Depart: The group transfer will depart Orgiva at 09:30, arriving at Malaga Airport at 11:00, suitable for flights departing after 13:00 on the 23rd February.
Guests are responsible for booking their own flights and travel
insurance.
What's Included?
Cycling: Fully guided and supported.
Accommodation: 3*/4* Hotels and guesthouses.
Food: Half board.
Bike Hire: Optional (from €127)
Transfers: Group transfer from and to Malaga Airport.
Group Bookings
Groups of 6 or more riders: can opt to make a tour private and choose their own dates.
Groups of 8 or more riders: can benefit from a 5% discount.
Payment
Deposit: a 50% deposit will secure your place on the tour.
Balance: the outstanding balance is due 2 months in advance of the tour.
EXTEND YOUR TOUR AND DISCOVER THE ROADS OF CALPE
Our Calpe Ride Camp runs from February 24th- March 2nd. The perfect place to ride long miles in the sun.
WHY EAT SLEEP CYCLE?
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Our home in Girona, Spain, gives us unique access to remarkable people and places, allowing us to create world class cycling tours.
EXPERT GUIDES
Our guides are experts in cycling, travel & hosting world class tours. We recruit professionals from all walks of life who love to ride.
5 STAR REVIEWS
You’ll be back!
98% of our guests say they’ll come back to Eat Sleep Cycle for another tour.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Ride with Eat Sleep Cycle and enjoy the best roads, landscapes & cultural experiences thanks to our knowledge.
