Segovia’s Medieval Villages
Spain Bike Tours
A quiet cycle tour through the heart of Spain…
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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)
Day 3: Circular route to Turegano, 22 miles (36 km)
Day 4: Collado Hermoso - Pedraza, 20 miles (32 km)
Day 5: Circular route Pedraza, 18 miles (29 km)
Day 6: Pedraza - Sepulveda, 20 miles (32 km)
Day 7: Circular route to Duraton Canyon Nature Reserve, 23 miles (37 km)
Day 8: DepartureDay 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 Infanta Isabel, Hotel Casa Mudéjar, or Monasterio De San Antonio El Real
Day 2: Segovia - Collado Hermoso, 26 miles (42 km) | Elevation gain: 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: Posada Fuente plateada
Day 3: Circular route to Turegano, 22 miles (36 km) | Elevation gain: 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: Posada Fuente plateada
Day 4: Collado Hermoso - Pedraza, 20 miles (32 km) | Elevation gain: 227 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: Hostería Del Arco or Hotel Don Mariano
Day 5: Circular route Pedraza, 18 miles (29 km) | Elevation gain: 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: Hostería Del Arco or Hotel Don Mariano
Day 6: Pedraza - Sepulveda, 20 miles (32 km) | Elevation gain: 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 Hotel los Templarios
Day 7: Circular route to Duraton Canyon Nature Reserve, 23 miles (37 km) | Elevation gain: 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 Hotel los Templarios
Day 8: Departure
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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 Infanta Isabel, Hotel Casa Mudéjar, or Monasterio De San Antonio El Real
Nights 2 & 3: Rural Hotel Fuente Plateada (Sotosalbos)
Nights 4 & 5: Rural Hotel Hosteria del Arco or Hotel Don Mariano (Pedraza)
Nights 6 & 7: Rural Hotel Posada de San Millan or Hotel los Templarios (Sepulveda)Bicycles
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Kalkhoff Voyager 21 (or equivalent)
- Frame - Aluminum
- Fork - SR Suntour M3010
- Saddle - Concept trekking
- Shifters - Shimano Acera 21
- Rear Derailleur - Shimano Altus M310
- Brakes - Promax TX123D V-brake
- Tire - Schwalve Citizen 37-622
Accessories
- Odometer
- Rear Pannier
- Map carrier
- Helmet
- Water bottle
- Lock
- Pump
- Puncture repair kit
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Ortler Bozen Performance (or equivalent)
- Frame - Aluminum
- Gear set - Shimano Deore 9-speed
- Motor - Bosch Performance 250 W
- Battery - Bosch Power Pack Li-Ion 36v, 500wh
- Brakes - Shimano BR-315 disc
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights
- Breakfasts
- 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)
- Entrance to Duratón Natural Park
- Emergency support
What’s Not Included
- Local transfers
- Extra nights
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily arrivals possible from April 1 to October 31, 2024
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Twin/double $ 1632 £ 850 $ 1,447 € 970 kr 148713 ₪ 3988 ¥ 163865 Mex$ 17966 NZ$ 1784 NOK 11551 zł 4264 S$ 1441 kr 11451 $ 1,059 Single supplement $ 537 £ 280 $ 476 € 319 kr 48907 ₪ 1312 ¥ 53890 Mex$ 5909 NZ$ 587 NOK 3799 zł 1402 S$ 474 kr 3766 $ 348 Supplement for solo traveler $ 835 £ 435 $ 740 € 496 kr 76043 ₪ 2039 ¥ 83791 Mex$ 9187 NZ$ 912 NOK 5907 zł 2180 S$ 737 kr 5855 $ 541 Extra Options
Electric bike $ 151 £ 79 $ 134 € 90 kr 13798 ₪ 370 ¥ 15204 Mex$ 1667 NZ$ 166 NOK 1072 zł 396 S$ 134 kr 1062 $ 98 GPS device (one device available per group) $ 50 £ 26 $ 45 € 30 kr 4599 ₪ 123 ¥ 5068 Mex$ 556 NZ$ 55 NOK 357 zł 132 S$ 45 kr 354 $ 33 Extra nights on request Madrid to Segovia (1-6 persons) $ 279 £ 146 $ 248 € 166 kr 25450 ₪ 683 ¥ 28043 Mex$ 3075 NZ$ 305 NOK 1977 zł 730 S$ 247 kr 1960 $ 181 Sepulveda to Madrid (1-4 persons) $ 279 £ 146 $ 248 € 166 kr 25450 ₪ 683 ¥ 28043 Mex$ 3075 NZ$ 305 NOK 1977 zł 730 S$ 247 kr 1960 $ 181 Sepulveda to Segovia (1-4 persons) $ 145 £ 75 $ 128 € 86 kr 13185 ₪ 354 ¥ 14528 Mex$ 1593 NZ$ 158 NOK 1024 zł 378 S$ 128 kr 1015 $ 94 An extra fee may be applicable when booking dates associated with bank holidays, local holidays, or other events. In the event of any changes to your plans, kindly be aware that a €50- €100 booking modification fee will apply. If you wish to cancel, please refer to our cancellation policy.
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
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Tour Operator
This tour is run by Senderos y Pueblos.
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Photos
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![Catching up on a quiet street in Segovia, Spain. Flickr:Neticola]()
![Roman Aqueduct in Segovia, Spain. CC:David Corral Gadea]()
![Castle Alcázar de Segovia in Spain. CC:Antonio Sánchez Corbalán]()
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![Turegano in Spain. Flickr:Emilio del Prado]()
![Dining in Segovia, Spain. Flickr:Javier Lastras]()
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![Old Roman Aqueduct in Segovia, Spain. Flickr:Juan Saez]()
![Seafood paella is a Spanish specialty! CC:Manuel Martin Vicente]()
![Overlooking Segovia Cathedral, the Guadarrama Mountains and the 8th-century city walls. Flickr:Pedro]()
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![Bike rest in Segovia, Castilla y León, Spain. Flickr:M.Peinado]()
![Churros with chocolate dipping sauce! Flickr:Sami Keinanen]()
![Beautiful Turegano, Spain - a great bike rest! Flickr:Emilio del Prado]()
![Segovia Cathedral, Castilla y León in Spain. Flickr:Jiuguang Wang]()
![Great tapas to be had on this bike tour in Segovia, Spain. Flickr:PromoMadrid]()
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![Castilla y León in Segovia, Spain. Flickr:Harshil Shah]()
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