Segovia's famous aqueduct is in Castilla y León, España. Flickr:Dmitry Dzhus

Segovia’s Medieval Villages

Spain Bike Tours

A quiet cycle tour through the heart of Spain…

Tour Type
Self Guided
Skill Level
Moderate
Length
8 days
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Itinerary
Hotels & Bikes
Inclusions
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Overview
This stunning bike tour in Spain starts in the medieval city of Segovia. Renowned for its remarkable Aqueduct, this landmark in the city is an impressive feat of civil engineering and continues to be one of the most beautiful urban sites in the world. Your overnights and circular routes along the way will showcase Spain at its best: rich in history and culture, delicious local wines and gastronomy (tapas!), and an abundance of scenic eye-candy. You will be transported back in time gazing upon the Pedraza Castle, dating back to the 13th century! A highlight for sure will be Duratón Canyon Nature Reserve. The powerful forces of the River Duratón have excavated deep gorges in these limestone lands, and a great number of large birds call this place home.
Highlights
- Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Santa María de la Sierra Monastery ruins
- Medieval towns of Pedraza and Sepulveda
- Cycling rural roads through tranquil landscapes
- Two nights in each hotel
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to Segovia
Day 2: Segovia - Collado Hermoso, 26 miles (42 km). Climb: 349 m
Day 3: Circular route to Turegano, 22 miles (36 km). Climb: 227 m
Day 4: Collado Hermoso - Pedraza, 20 miles (32 km). Climb: 233 m
Day 5: Circular route Pedraza, 18 miles (29 km). Climb: 250 m
Day 6: Pedraza - Sepulveda, 20 miles (32 km). Climb: 379 m
Day 7: Circular route to Duraton Canyon Nature Reserve, 23 miles (37 km). Climb 607 m.
Day 8: Departure
Day 1: Arrival to Segovia
This bike tour in Spain begins in the monumental city of Segovia. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, you will spend the first night in the city and have a chance to explore its many historic jewels.
Sample accommodation: Hotel La Casa Mudejar or Hotel Infanta Isabel
Day 2: Segovia - Collado Hermoso, 26 miles (42 km). Climb: 349 m
Small country roads and pretty rural countryside will bring you to Collado Hermoso. Visit the Royal Palace of San Ildefonso and its lovely gardens and eat in one of the excellent restaurants at Torrecaballeros.
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Fuente Plateada
Day 3: Circular route to Turegano, 22 miles (36 km). Climb: 227 m
Today's route takes you away from the mountains to reach the historic town of Turegano, home of a medieval castle. This extraordinary castle towers over the city, incorporating an earlier Romanesque Church in its construction. Overnight in Collado Hermoso.
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Fuente Plateada
Day 4: Collado Hermoso - Pedraza, 20 miles (32 km). Climb: 233 m
You will cycle through small villages and woodlands to reach the beautifully-preserved town of Pedraza. Considered one of the most beautiful walled cities in Spain, this place will surely be a highlight of the trip!
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Hosteria del Arco
Day 5: Circular route Pedraza, 18 miles (29 km). Climb: 250 m
Today you will explore the countryside of Pedraza. You will come across quaint villages where the rustic style is ever-present; perfect examples of rural Romanesque churches and stunning countryside.
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Hosteria del Arco
Day 6: Pedraza - Sepulveda, 20 miles (32 km). Climb: 379 m
Today you will cycle from the foothills to the plains of Castilla. This route is relaxing as you pass through fields of sunflowers and wheat. Eventually it will lead to the hilltop town of Sepulveda. Have a picnic near the natural spring or take a dip in the crystal clear waters!
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Posada de San Millan or Posada los Templarios
Day 7: Circular route to Duraton Canyon Nature Reserve, 23 miles (37 km). Climb 607 m.
The last cycling day will bring you to the Duraton Canyon Nature Reserve. Cycling along the river, you will pass under the shade of poplars while admiring the impressive birds of the area.
Sample accommodation: Rural Hotel Posada de San Millan or Posada los Templarios
Day 8: Departure
Departure after breakfast. Extend your stay or return to Segovia
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Hotels & Bikes
In Segovia, you will stay in a three star hotel in the very heart of historic Segovia. Day 2 through 7 you will be in high quality, small, rural accommodations and in Sepulveda, you will stay in a unique heritage hotel. Here is a sample hotel list, based on availability:
Night 1: Hotel La Casa Mudejar or Hotel Infanta Isabel (Segovia)
Nights 2 & 3: Rural Hotel Fuente Plateada (Sotosalbos)
Nights 4 & 5: Rural Hotel Hosteria del Arco (Pedraza)
Nights 6 & 7: Rural Hotel Posada de San Millan or Posada los Templarios (Sepulveda)
Bicycles
Giant Argento (or equivalent)
Frame - ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Fork - SR Suntour M3010, Aluminium, 50mm
Handlebar - GIANT Sport City-Trekking, Aluminium, 590mm
Stem - Kalloy AL-822 Quill, adjustable, Aluminium
Seatpost - Kalloy SP-503 suspension seatpost, 30.9x300, Aluminium
Saddle - Selle Royal Lancia
Pedals - VP-607 City/Trekking, Aluminium
Shifters - Shimano EF51, 3x7
Front Derailleur - Shimano Tourney TX51
Rear Derailleur - Shimano Acera M360
Brakes - Tektro linear-pull
Kalkhoff Voyager Move Ebike (or equivalent)
Hydraulic Tektro disc brakes
Bosch Performance drive system
AXA Blueline30 LED front light
Schwalbe Energizer E-bike tyres
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights with breakfast
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- 24-gear rental bike with pannier, mudguards, bottle holder, odometer, waterproof, map holder, helmet
- Pump, puncture repair kit, spare tube, tool kit (one per room)
- Detailed maps, itinerary description and tourist information (one packet per room)
- Emergency support
What’s Not Included
- Local transfers
- Extra nights
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
Arrivals are possible any day from April to end of October, 2021
Twin/double $ 1204 £ 671 $ 1,161 € 758 NZ$ 1297 kr 7836 $ 928 Single Supplement $ 407 £ 227 $ 392 € 256 NZ$ 438 kr 2646 $ 314 Supplement for solo traveler $ 467 £ 260 $ 450 € 294 NZ$ 503 kr 3039 $ 360
Extra Options
Dinners (wine included) $ 199 £ 111 $ 191 € 125 NZ$ 214 kr 1292 $ 153 Electric Bike $ 143 £ 80 $ 138 € 90 NZ$ 154 kr 930 $ 110 GPS (one per booking) $ 48 £ 27 $ 46 € 30 NZ$ 51 kr 310 $ 37 Extra night Madrid: On request
Extra night in Segovia: On request
Local (group) airport transfer:
Madrid to Segovia (up to 6 ppl) $ 207 £ 115 $ 199 € 130 NZ$ 222 kr 1344 $ 159 Sepulveda to Segovia (up to 4 ppl) $ 111 £ 62 $ 107 € 70 NZ$ 120 kr 724 $ 86 Sepulveda to Madrid Airport (up to 4 ppl) $ 215 £ 120 $ 207 € 135 NZ$ 231 kr 1396 $ 165
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- † Currency exchange rate set 90 days before travel
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
Terrain is rolling with at least three steep ascents each day. Average daily distance is 35 km. Average meters climbed: 340 m.
Airport Info
Fly to Madrid International Airport
Local Travel
The train station at Madrid International Airport is in terminal T4, floor 1, and is called Aeropuerto T4. To get here from other terminals there is a shuttle bus service connecting the terminals. Take Metro line 8 from the airport to the end of the line at Nuevos Minsterios station. Then take line 10 north (destination Hospital Infanta Sofia) to the Chamartin train station where the trains to Segovia leave from. The Metro trip should take you 35-40 minutes. To check departure times for the train, consult www.renfe.es. The train trip takes about half an hour, and will deposit you at the new Segovia AVE train station just outside of town. From here, a city bus will drop you off right at the foot of the aqueduct downtown. From Sepulveda at the end of the tour, book the local transfer back to Segovia and continue to Madrid by train.
Important to know
Documents
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the U.S. Passports & International Travel website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. If you are not an American citizen, please make sure you contact your own embassy before travel. We recommend that you make copies of your important documents and papers (insurance cards, etc.). Leave a copy at home and have a copy with you. In the unfortunate situation that you lose your original documents, having copies facilitates the replacement process.
Tour Operator
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Senderos y Pueblos.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
We are simply travelers helping travelers.
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