Ronda to Granada Cycling Tour

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Overview

 

START: Ronda

FINISH: Granada

• This tour can be started in Sevilla or Cadiz, adding 3 to 5 extra days of riding — price on request.

• Reverse this tour route if you prefer it to be a cycling tour from Granada to Ronda

Price	From €1195 p.p. based on 2 people sharing a double or twin room with breakfast
Duration	7 days	6 nights	5 cycling days
Distance	259 km total	52 km daily avg (max 62 km : min 45 km)
Grading	Moderate – This tour has been designed to follow the 'less travelled path' cycling on a mix of quiet roads, unsurfaced roads and tracks on hybrid bikes (e-bikes also available). The route keeps riders away from traffic as far as possible. There are hills throughout the region but this tour is aimed at leisure cyclists, so we keep daily distances manageable, particularly on days with more hills.
Availability	March to June | Sep to November Choose the dates which suit you. Start any day of the week. Supplements may apply during Easter week due to accommodation pricing.

 

Spanish Cycling Tour Highlights — Ronda to Granada 

Culture & History Ronda 'City of Dreams' – Puente Nuevo bridge and 120m gorge Antequera – Alcazaba (Moorish fortress) Alhama de Granada – cliff top town Granada - the world renowned Alhambra Palace Optional upgrade – to stay at one of the Leading Hotels of the World "La Bobadilla" Royal hideaway hotel.

Scenery & Cycling Low Traffic riding - ride on quiet roads and easy unsurfaced tracks, away from traffic Take less-travelled routes - tourists rarely discover Lakes of Malaga River Gorge of Alhama de Granada Cacín river canyon and Puento Romano

Itinerary

 

Arrival Day in Ronda

Check into your hotel in Ronda and enjoy the sights and sounds of the beautiful clifftop town.

 

 

 

• Extra sightseeing days can be added on request

• Welcome meeting and bike setup usually take place the evening before your first ride

 

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Cycling Day 1 - Ronda to Ardales

46km +764m

Leaving Ronda, you are soon on quiet roads which lead eastwards, via olive groves and holm oak forest. You pass over Puerto del Viento in the mountains before a long descent into the sleepy village of El Burgo (a good lunch stop). You continue along an undulating road surrounded by tall mountains and the Rio Turon, heading to Ardales. If you still have some energy, take a walk up to the remains of the hilltop fortress before dinner in one of the cafes or restaurants on the main plaza. 

Alternatively, if you wish to visit the famous Caminito del Rey gorge walk, located near to Ardales, let us know, and we will change your accommodation to be closer to the Caminito. This adds approx 15km to the first day's ride. Then you can do the walk the next morning and do a shorter cycling day on to Antequera (approx 30km).

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Cycling Day 2 - Ardales to Antequera

46km +610m

Your day begins with an undulating road ride that heads up to a scenic area of blue lakes. You will ride across the historic King's Dam, opened in 1921 by King Alfonso XII, before climbing steadily up along lakes and across the second dam into the hills. Beautiful views abound as you ride on tracks through remote landscapes. We recommend you take a picnic lunch today so you can make the most of the peaceful environment. Your day ends with a pleasant ride into Antequera, a lively town which is dominated by a striking hilltop Moorish fortress, or Alcazaba. Plenty of options in the town for post-ride relaxation and dinner. 

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Cycling Day 3 - Antequera to Villanueva de Tapia

45km +821m

Exit Antequera to the north along tracks and quiet roads that head deeper into the countryside, through miles of olive groves to the villages of Villanueva de Algaidas, with options for lunch. From here, you can take a look at the remains of the abandoned Convento de Nuestra Señora de la Consolación. Follow the road steadily up over the hills, passing through Villanueva de Tapia and on to your country hotel.  Alternatively, for tonight's stay, you can upgrade your hotel (from +€100 p.p.) to the luxurious 5* Finca La Bobadilla. 

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Cycling Day 4 - Villanueva de Tapia to Alhama de Granada

52km + 825m

Today's ride takes you through a mountainous region with great vistas.  The riding is mostly remote with very few built-up areas. You pass near to by Zafarraya, a farming town where you could divert to for lunch. From here, you ride to the clifftop town of Alhama de Granada. Your accommodation is perched on the cliff edge overlooking the deep gorge. Before dinner, a walk into the gorge below the town gives a great perspective of this town's unique location.

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Cycling Day 5 - Alhama de Granada to Granada

62km + 712m

Take a steady climb out of the village to look back down into the Alhama gorge. Then freewheel a 10km descent, which takes you along the ridgeline of the little-known but spectacular Cacín river gorge. You pass the Roman bridge, which spans the gorge, before riding through the tiny village of Cacin and onto the second climb of the day.  You rejoin tracks which head steadily downhill to La Malaha. Another long descent on a road brings you closer to Granada's outer suburbs before joining a riverside path that takes you right into the heart of the city, passing through the old Arabic street market, where metalwork, leather goods and ceramics are still sold from tiny shopfronts before you finish your cycling tour in front of Granada's impressive Cathedral. Enjoy a final evening in this atmospheric city.

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Departure Day

Check out of your hotel and have a safe trip home or to your next destination.

 

 

• Extra sightseeing days can be added on request. 

• We can provide transfers to your next destination or the airports of Sevilla or Malaga. POA

• Important: If you wish to visit the Alhambra, please book your entry tickets well in advance, as they tend to sell out quickly.

Included

 

What's Included 6 nights of accommodation on a B&B basis Luggage transfers Quality trekking bike (this tour is suitable for gravel bikes or e‑bikes — supplement applies) Helmet & water bottle (or bring your own) Toolkit (multi‑tool, chain tool, tyre levers, inner tube, pump, puncture repair aerosol) Overnight lock Route GPS app (offline) or GPX files Handlebar phone mount Annotated route maps Briefing Pack with day‑by‑day notes Briefing meeting on arrival Bike collection from final destination of tour Trekking bikes available in ladies' and mens frames.

Accommodation This tour goes through a mix of large and small towns and more rural areas, so the accommodation style and standard varies but we have personally selected every overnight venue. We select the best available options in the smaller towns and villages and base our choices on clean and comfortable accommodation (if sometimes quite simple), bike storage, friendly owners, welcoming staff and, where possible, a swimming pool.  On day 3 of this tour it is possible to upgrade for a night of luxury at 5-star "La Bobadilla" Royal Hideaway Hotel + €100 p.p.

 

Route Navigation For self-guided biking, we provide a GPS app for your phone, which works fully offline for each day's ride. The app shows detailed maps, route profiles and turn‑by‑turn navigation. A quality phone holder is supplied with your bike. You also receive a large‑scale annotated map designed specifically for your tour.   Local Support You’re never on your own. As soon as you arrive in Spain, we add you to a dedicated WhatsApp group so communication is quick and effortless throughout your trip. We also meet you at the start of your tour to walk you through everything you need to know, make sure your navigation app is set up correctly, and confirm you’re fully comfortable using it. Our team is based right here in Ronda, close to all the touring areas, so if anything unexpected comes up, we’re nearby and ready to help.

FAQs

 

 Is There A Lot Of Traffic On The Route?

All our Leisure Cycling Tours are designed to follow the ‘less travelled path’. The route avoids traffic as much as possible, cycling on a mix of quiet country roads and unsurfaced tracks. It is not off-road mountain biking, so is perfect for cyclists on our trekking bikes (or e-bikes) who are keen to explore the countryside. Drivers in Andalucia are generally very considerate to cyclists.

 How Fit Do I Need To Be?

All our Leisure Cycling Tours are graded at a ‘Moderate’ level with daily distances from 20–55km, depending on the specific tour. There are hills in every tour but we keep daily distances manageable, particularly on days with more hills. These tours are designed for leisure cyclists who are reasonably fit and happy to be on a bike for 3–5 hours a day. Check the individual tour itinerary for a daily breakdown of distance and ascent.

 What’s The Weather Like?

Our cycling tours run from March through to November, with the best cycling weather from March to June and from September to November. Most routes are also possible during the summer months but we recommend an earlier start to beat the main heat of the day, and don’t forget to carry plenty of water.

 What Happens To My Luggage?

We transfer all your main luggage for you. We provide a rear seat trunk bag or small side pannier and a handlebar bag (per couple) to carry a few essential items with you each day such as water, snacks, and sunscreen, but we recommend you travel light.

 How Do I Navigate Each Day?

Navigation on this tour is very easy with our phone app, RidewithGPS. We provide personalised daily routes from door‑to‑door of each day’s accommodation. The app shows maps and daily routes in great detail, with distances and route profiles, so you always know what is coming up. The app is used in offline mode so you do not need to use data on your phone and can still navigate in areas where there is no phone signal.

 What Happens If I Have A Puncture Or Problem With My Bike?

On this self‑guided tour, we provide all the necessary kit on your bikes for you to fix your own flat tyres or deal with minor mechanical issues (e.g. broken chain). If you do not know how, ask a bike mechanic at home to show you before your holiday or check our Bike Repair notes at the bottom of every web page. If you need our assistance, you can call us on the number provided and we will help as much as possible on the phone; we may be able to attend to minor mechanical issues but this may be subject to a charge. In the case of a more major mechanical issue, we will come to repair the bike or bring a replacement.

 What Meals Are Included?

All accommodation includes breakfast (unless specifically stated). Lunch and dinner are not included, so you are free to eat when and where you wish. We mark up your map with suggested lunch locations. Your hosts can recommend dining options, or sometimes they will serve dinner – this information will be included in your daily route notes.

 Is This Tour Available With A Guide Or Support?

We can offer a guided version of this tour with qualified guides and support vehicles or a semi‑supported version with a support vehicle and driver/mechanic. There is a minimum requirement of 6 people to be able to provide this service. Please do not hesitate to enquire about price and availability.

 What If I Need To Cancel Or Change My Booking?

If you need to cancel or change the dates of a booking, we have a scaled set of charges based on the work already completed and any costs already incurred that we cannot get back. If you re‑book a holiday with us within 12 months of a cancellation which has incurred charges, we will credit up to 50% of the retained amount to the new holiday. Our full cancellation policy can be found here.

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