Two weeks. Two of Spains best cycling locations!
Start in Girona, Europe’s modern cycling capital. This is where pros base themselves for a reason. Over six days you’ll ride the climbs that define the region: Els Àngels, Rocacorba, Mare de Déu del Mont and the sweeping coastal roads of the Costa Brava. Expect long, steady ascents, technical descents and café stops in medieval villages. Evenings are spent together in Girona’s old town — sharing Catalan food, local wines and stories from the road. Based at Hotel Carlemany, a short walk from the Eat Sleep Cycle Hub, the week combines serious riding with a strong social rhythm.
Then shift south to Málaga for a second chapter that feels distinct yet equally rewarding. The landscape opens up into white villages, limestone gorges and rolling mountain passes. The Axarquía, El Chorro and the Montes de Málaga offer sustained climbing and quiet inland roads that reward consistency and teamwork. The riding is purposeful and demanding, but the atmosphere remains collaborative. Groups roll together, regroup at summits and finish each day stronger than they began.
Across both weeks, the experience is anchored by professional guides who manage pacing, support and logistics so the group moves as one. You’ll ride with like-minded cyclists who want to challenge themselves while enjoying the process — the shared coffees, the lunch stops, the end-of-day debriefs, the small victories on long climbs.
Girona brings world-renowned classics and a deeply embedded cycling culture. Málaga adds rugged Andalucía and expansive mountain terrain. Together they offer a broader understanding of Spanish road cycling — not just in geography, but in community, camaraderie and collective progression on the bike.
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.
Rendevoux with the group for a welcome lunch on the Eat Sleep Cycle terrace. Your guide team will help you set up your bike and give you a tour briefing. Then, get ready and set off for your first ride of the tour to Els Àngels as an introduction to the week ahead. At the top of Els Àngels take in the views of your playground for the next week and take a look at the sanctuary where artist Salvador Dalí married his muse Gala in 1958.
Today’s ride takes you east, riding away from Girona towards the stunning Costa Brava, passing through small medieval villages and climbing Sant Grau before reaching the sparkling Mediterranean sea, where you’ll ride along the coastline and soak up the views before heading back towards Girona.
Two climbs await you on day 3, Sant Hilari Sacalm and Mas Llunes, as the ride takes you further inland to explore rural Catalonia in all its glory, complete with rolling hills and impressive masias dotted along the roadside.
Today ride up one of the most legendary climbs in Girona, Rocacorba. This climb winds through wooded hillsides to the summit overlooking the patchwork green countryside. The views do not disappoint! Those in need of rest can choose to skip the climb and relax at Banyoles Lake – the largest natural lake in Catalunya & host to the 1992 Olympic rowing competition.
On day 5, head north towards France and into the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains and climb Mare de Deu del Mont. Finish the tour in style with this impressive climb, drinking in the mountain views as you reach the summit, before heading back down towards Girona for a celebratory evening meal with the whole team.
As your time in Girona draws to a close, lucky you that you’ve still got all the wonders of Malaga and Andalusia all ahead!
Transferring between Girona and Malaga:
We’ve left the journey between Girona and Málaga out of the package so you have complete freedom to plan it your way. Whether you choose flight, train or car with or without bike.
Both hubs are easy to travel between, with regular connections and straightforward routes. If you’d like guidance, our team is happy to share the best options to make the transition simple and seamless.
Your first consideration is whether you are bringing your own bike or renting in both locations.
If you are renting a bike:
Travel is simple — you can choose the fastest and most convenient option. You won’t need to transport any bike as we’ll have rental bikes available for you in both Girona and Málaga hubs.
If you are bringing your own bike:
We recommend the train from Barcelona to Malaga. Bikes are allowed on high-speed trains in Spain as long as they are disassembled (minimum of one wheel removed with handlebars turned) and inside a bag with maximum dimensions of 140 x 90 x 40cm.
Our recommendation:
We recommend the train as it is a direct service from Barcelona to Malaga. There are multiple services per day and the journey time is just over six hours.
Getting from Girona to Barcelona is also an easy journey – there are frequent high speed trains throughout the day that take 35 minutes and go straight to the main station in Barcelona for the onward connection to Malaga.
Alternatively we can also arrange a private transfer for you from Girona directly to the main station in Barcelona and/or from the main station in Málaga to your accommodation.
Meet your new guides at the Eat Sleep Cycle Málaga Hub in the afternoon. Get set up on your rental bike and ready to explore. We roll out for a warm-up spin along the coast before heading inland towards the Montes de Málaga. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and get to know the group.
This full day of riding features some of everything Málaga has to offer: rolling coastal roads and twisting mountain passes above whitewashed villages. The views over the Mediterranean are spectacular as we climb away from the coast and descend through quiet inland roads.
Head north into the heart of Andalucía towards El Chorro, home to the Caminito del Rey. A stunning gorge carved through limestone cliffs, this ride offers sustained climbing and dramatic scenery throughout the day.
Today’s route heads east into the Axarquía region, a landscape of twisting mountain roads and traditional white villages. Expect quiet roads, steady climbs and sweeping descents as we explore one of the most scenic areas surrounding Málaga.
A final classic ride through the Montes de Málaga. The roads are smooth, the gradients steady and the views expansive across the coastline. We finish back in the city with time to relax and celebrate the week’s riding.
After breakfast, departure from Málaga. Transfers available if required.
FULL SUPPORT
Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.
We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times. Note that for groups of 4 riders or less this tour is run as a guided trip without the 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.
Hotels shown are examples and are subject to change
A classy 4* hotel located in Girona city centre and decorated with art inspired by Girona.
Set in the historic centre of Málaga, NH Málaga is a sanctuary of peace & quiet just 800m from Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum.
Rooms at NH Málaga are soundproofed, air conditioned & have parquet floors.
Kick back & relax after the ride by the rooftop pool, enjoy an aperitif at the hotel bar & enjoy easy access to Màlaga airport too
Bike hire is included in the tour.
Our top of the range road e-bike from Wilier. Enjoy a hi-mod lightweight carbon fibre 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 1,000m 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. New fully integrated one piece carbon handlebar. Electronic Shimano 105 Di2 shifting. Carbon wheels, 50 mm profile. Chainrings: 50/34, Cassette: 11-34
Laura is a guide, professional cycling coach and endurance cyclist who has completed some of the coolest ultradistance gravel events (which she absolutely loved!). Laura loves guiding as she really enjoys empowering people to ride their bikes and discover new places, help their cycling adventures come true, and share unforgettable moments together.
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.
Home to the Montes de Málaga, the Costa del Sol and the almightly Sierra Nevada, Andalucia has a stunning variety of landscapes and beautiful towns and cities just waiting to be explored. Don't miss cultural gems such as the Alhambra in Granada, flamenco in Seville and el Punte Nuevo in Ronda. The warm Mediterranean climate makes this region the ideal location for year-round cycling.
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