Ride the unforgettable roads of the Basque Country's coastline, from Spain's Bilbao to France's Saint-Jean-de-luz. This trip is for couples, friends and solos. Price from: 1990€. All, BASQUE COUNTRY. Start location: Bilbao. The Basque Country is a cultural landmark of Spain, with a rich heritage, fine cuisine, and hills piercing out of the ocean. This tour showcases typical Basque spice, from coastal heavenly roads to classic climbs up to unforeseen vistas. Enjoy tapas, pinxos, txacoli (typical Basque green wine), delicious seafood like chipirones (little calamri) or Navajas (sea knives), and local meat from pastures. Experience perfect asphalt on a curated series of climbs, known for being steep and punchy, as well as some long smooth gravel tracks through the valley. Discover hidden villages inland and some of the most beautiful beaches. Visit Guernica, Azoia, Bilbao, San Sebastian, and finish in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France. Duration: 7 days, 6 nights. Altimetry: 990 m, daily average. Distance: 53 km, daily average. Bike type: ALL, E-BIKE, ROAD BIKE. Level: ALL, EXPERIENCED, INTERMEDIATE. Day 1: Pick up from the airport/train station of Bilbao and briefing/bike setup with guides. Explore the city and visit the Guggenheim Museum. Hotel: Vinnci Consulado de Bilbao or Grand Hotel Domine Bilbao. Day 2: BILBAO TO GUERNICA – 50km, 900m accumulated height. Route includes a climb with views of Bilbao, sections of the Camino de Santiago, and classic Basque cycling routes. Visit Guernica, explore the town, and sample Basque cuisine. Hotel: Hotel Neguetxea. Day 3: GUERNICA TO DEBA – 63km, 1050m accumulated height. Coastal route with scenic lagoons and beaches bordering the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Visit Lekeitio and continue along the coastal road. Dine in Deba. Hotel: Hotel Hiru Uhinak or Hotel Arbe. Day 4: DEBA TO GOIATZ – 50km, 950m accumulated height. Gentle coastal ride, with a climb near Itziar and Azurki. Stop in Zestoa, ride a gravel road on the Via Verde network to Azpeita, explore the sanctuary of Ignatius de Loyola. Hotel: Hotel Irriarte. Day 5: IRRIARTE TO SAN SEBASTIAN – 62km, 1000m accumulated height. Route through picturesque landscapes and forests. Climb to Aia in Parque Natural Pagoeta. Descend to Orio for lunch. Tackle the Monte Igeldo climb with stunning views. Arrive in San Sebastian. Hotel: Hotel de Londres y Inglaterra or Hotel Villa Favorita. Day 6: SAN SEBASTIAN TO SAINT JEAN DE LUZ – 50km, 770m accumulated height. Climb up Jaizkibel with incredible views. Cross into France, passing through Irun and Hendaye. Arrive in Saint Jean de Luz and enjoy French cuisine. Hotel: Hotel La Caravelle or Grand Hotel Thallasso & Spa. Day 7: End of tour. Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to Saint Jean de Luz train station. Terrain type: Mix of challenging climbs, rolling coastal roads, and scenic gravel paths. Routes include steep ascents (Jaizkibel, Monte Igeldo), descents with coastal views, forested backroads, sections of the Camino de Santiago, and dedicated cycleways. Tour Options: Self-guided (from 1990€ per guest), Guided (price unavailable), Premium (price unavailable). Self-guided tours are private, minimum 2 guests, not available in July and August. Why choose Live Love Ride: Go Private or Customize This Ride, Expertly Guided Cycling Holidays, High-End Bikes and Gear, Mechanical Assistance, Transfer & Vehicle Support, Relax and Visit at Your Own Pace, Adapted to Every Rider Type and Need. Bike fleet includes Specialized Tarmac SL8 (Road Bikes), Specialized Diverge (Gravel Bikes), Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 IGH Step-Through (Electric Touring Bikes), Specialized Turbo Creo (E-Road & E-Gravel Bikes), and Specialized Rockhopper Comp (Mountain & Touring Bikes). All bikes are professionally maintained and fitted to every rider. Ride support includes mechanical assistance, luggage and bike transfer between hotels, airport transfers, and premium passenger transport. Accommodation includes access to the best SPAs and free time for sightseeing. Cycling holidays are adapted to every rider type (Beginner, Intermediate, Expert).
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