Tour of Tenerife & El Teide

by Marmot Tours
Region
Tenerife,Canary Islands
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

Classic, flexible pace cycling holiday with daily route options in Tenerife, Canary Islands. The tour offers winter sun cycling, excellent roads used by pro cycling teams, and a flexible itinerary suitable for all levels of cyclists. It showcases the entire island and offers the opportunity to climb the epic Mt Teide from three directions. Accommodation is in three comfortable hotels, one with spa facilities. The holiday includes full support with two support vehicles and two Marmot guides. Bike and e-bike hire are available locally. The climate is perfect for cycling with average temperatures of 18-20°C. The island has developed a worthy reputation as one of the best places to ride a bike, attracting amateur and professional cyclists between October and April. Routes are expertly designed to showcase the best of Tenerife, exploring quiet, hidden corners and giving the opportunity to climb Mt Teide. The itinerary includes traversing the Teide National Park and exploring rugged mountainous extremities. The holiday is suitable for fit cyclists with varying aspirations and experience. The Classic route averages 61km a day with 1475m of ascent, while a tougher challenge option averages 99km a day with 2600m ascent. Local companies are used for transfers and bike hire, with Marmot guides providing support. The holiday includes 6 days of cycling with route options, GPS route files, on-the-road support, water and snacks, 7 nights twin-share hotel accommodation with breakfasts, 6 three-course evening meals with drinks, airport transfers, photos of the trip, tips for restaurant staff, and financial protection via ABTOT and ABTA.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 0: Arrival day

Arrival day

Day 1: The Classic Climbs of the South

47 km 1100 m

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The Classic Climbs of the South

Day 2: Las Cañadas del Teide to La Laguna

81 km 1600 m

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Las Cañadas del Teide to La Laguna

Day 3: The rugged coastline and mountains of Anaga

51 km 1300 m

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The rugged coastline and mountains of Anaga

Day 4: The North of the island to Santiago del Teide

72 km 1500 m

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The North of the island to Santiago del Teide

Day 5: Mascá and the mountains of Teno

62 km 1750 m

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Mascá and the mountains of Teno

Day 6: Sea to Summit Teide Challenge

55 km 1650 m

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Sea to Summit Teide Challenge

Day 7: Departure day

Departure day

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Tenerife,Canary Islands

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.