† Explanation of BAC Ride Fee – This fee is not included in the Estimated Cost and is non-refundable once submitted. The Ride Fee for US and Canada is $85 and $100 for all other countries, both are per participant.
OVERVIEW Tour beautiful Andalusia, known for it’s Moorish heritage most visible in the architecture of the Alhambra in Granada and Cordoba’s Mezquita Mosque-Cathedral. This region is also know for the amazing hilltop white villages, flamenco dancing as well as their orange and olive groves. Some options (longer routes or entrance fees not included) include natural wonders such as the hike at Caminito del Rey and the lagoon of Fuente de Piedra with it’s flamingo population. Our April tour dates should combine mild temperatures and hopefully bring out the wild flowers. Beginning in Granada you will have ample time to arrive early and tour this spectacular city and with the finish so near Gibraltar you will have the opportunity to see that iconic site after the tour ends. The tour has two rest days and will be superbly supported by Iberocycle.
RIDE RATING This tour is rated 3B, based on average distances of 41 miles per day and average elevation gain of 2907 feet, for an average of 71 ft./mile. See the Itinerary for specific distances, elevations & ratings. We will have two difficult days to be aware of- see days 4 & 10.
Several days have alternate routes for riders wanting longer rides and there are optional routes on non-mandatory riding days. Information on these alternatives will be available in ride leader docs. Routes are on paved roads in good condition and most have little traffic. Overall, this is a hilly ride and best suited to riders who aren’t intimidated by climbs. While IberoCycle will transfer luggage and be available for emergency support due to injury, illness or mechanical problems it is expected that riders be willing and able to cycle the entire route. There are two rest days with no riding required. E-bike rentals will be available. Both tandems and e-bikes will be accepted on a case by case basis. If you plan to ride an e-bike or a tandem, contact the Ride Leader before you sign up.
ITINERARY: Starts Friday April, 17, 2026
Day 1- Granada- Arrival day. Two nights here allows time to see the sights.
Day 2- Granada- Those renting bikes must be available for bike fitting from 9:30am- noon) Orientation/Happy Hour at 6:00pm at Hotel Alixares
Day 3- Granada to Iznajar- 66 miles, 3293 feet (3D)
Day 4- Iznajar to Zuheros- 37 miles, 4171 feet (4B)
Day 5- Zuheros to Cordoba- 49 miles, 2606 feet (3B)
Day 6- Cordoba Rest Day- Opt. 24 mile ride- Tour Cordoba, visit Medina Azahara or Sierra Morena.
Day 7- Cordoba to Cabra- 52 miles, 4178 feet (4C)- Today’s ride is through the wine country of Montilla-Mories.
Day 8- Cabra to Antequera- 50 miles, 3307 feet (3B)- Opt. Long route around the lagoon of Fuente de Piedra to see the flamingo population.
Day 9- Antequera to El Chorro- 20 miles, 1474 feet (1A)- Opt. Long route to limestone formations of El Torcal & in Ardales, hike the Camino del Rey.
Day 10- El Chorro to Ronda- 40 miles, 3750 feet (4B)
Day 11- Ronda Rest Day- Opt. 30 mi. ride to Blue Village of Juzcar or tour Cueva de la Pieta
Day 12- Ronda to Grazalema- 23 miles, 1965 feet (2A)- Opt long route to Sentenil de las Bodegas or a loop ride to Puerto de las Palomas after arriving in Grazalema.
Day 13- Grazalema to Arcos de la Frontera- 42 miles, 2937 feet (3B)
Day 14- Arcos to Medina Sidonia- 47 miles, 3924 feet (4B)
Day 15- Medina Sidonia to Vejer de la Frontera- 22 miles, 1339 feet (1A)- Opt. Long rides.
Day 16- Vejer to Tarifa- 45 miles, 1935 feet (2B)
Day 17- Bus transfer to Malaga and depart
TOTAL- 490 Miles, (71 ft/mile avg) 41 mi/day avg. / 2907 ft/day avg.
WEATHER The average high temperature in late April, early May is 75 degrees F and the average low is 51 degrees F. Note that the temperatures in this region can sometimes reach into the high 80’s, however you should be prepared for both cool to very warm temperatures as well as possible showers.
HEALTH and SAFETY. Participants are expected to come to the tour in good health and ready to ride. Should someone's health become compromised and the group’s health and safety placed in jeopardy, a plan will be developed by the ride leader and communicated to all individuals. The expectation is for the group to work together to mitigate any spread of infection or illness as a means to ensure the tour can continue as planned.
LODGING and MEALS Hotels are 3 and 4 star level (2 nights are 2 star but at a 3 star level). 16 breakfasts and 7 group dinners, as well as 13 happy hours with snacks and drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are included in the price. No happy hour is included on the first night in Granada and on the second nights in Cordoba and Ronda. You will be on your own for all lunches and and all dinners other than group dinners. Be aware that dinner time in Spain is later than in the US, typically around 8pm.
If you would like to stay in Granada or Malaga for a few extra days either before or after the tour you can make arrangements with Iberocycle at the group rate. You must contact Iberocycle directly at info@iberocycle.com and make the payment on your own.
LOGISTICS The tour starts in Granada with your Friday, April 17 arrival and our first Happy Hour at Hotel Porcel Alixares at 6pm on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Two nights in Granada will allow you time to tour this amazing city befor the tour begins.
Anyone renting a bike must be available Saturday morning, April 18, for the bike fitting from 9:30am- noon.
Our last riding day is Saturday, May 2 ending in Tarifa at the Residencia Hotel where you will re-pack your bikes. The tour ends in Malaga after a bus transfer from Tarifa on May 3 arriving in Malaga mid-afternoon. The major international airport in Andalusia is Malaga- Costa del Sol (AGP). The airport in Granada is about 85 miles from the Malaga airport. Public transportation to Granada is available from Malaga airport. At the end of the tour in Tarifa, it is possible to take the train from Tarifa to Madrid instead of the transfer to Malaga, but the cost of transfer is included in the tour and will not be refunded.
Iberocycle has scouted all rides, done all routing, made all hotel and group dinner arrangements, and will provide emergency sag service.
BIKE RENTALS are available through Iberocycle if you prefer not to bring your own. Types of bikes and rentals are: Cube carbon road bikes €206 rim brakes/ €232 disc brakes; hybrid bikes €145 ; trekking e-bikes €262 or road e-bikes €305. You must make this arrangement directly with Iberocycle (info@iberocycle.com).
Bike boxes for those who bring their own bikes will be stored and transported by Iberocycle for a fee of €80.
GPS links using RideWithGPS routing will be provided in ‘Ride Leader Docs’ to download to your devices prior to the start of the ride.
COST & ADMINISTRATION The tour cost is $4200 per person based on a currency exchange rate of 1 Euro equals 1.10. USD. The tour cost includes: 16 nights lodging with full breakfast; 13 BAC happy hours with beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages; 7 group dinners; luggage van & emergency van support; RideWithGPS files; ride leader tour cost; charter bus transfer from Tarifa to Malaga airport; gratuity for the guides; and a 5% contingency in the event of unanticipated expenses or emergencies. The initial deposit of $2200 is due at registration and the balance of $2000 is due by Nov. 1, 2025. The solo supplement fee of $940 is due by Sept. 1, 2025. Daily happy hours will include historical and cultural information of interest as well as route review. You will be responsible for paying for the following directly to Iberocycle: extra hotel nights, bike rental, bike box transport. Transportation to the initial hotel in Granada is not included.
SINGLES & SOLO POLICY A limited number of Solo Supplements (6) are available at $940. It is recommended that a single who wants a roommate try to find their own. After receipt of the initial deposit, a single without a roommate will be placed on the ride and given until Sept. 1, 2025 to find a roommate. If you are unable to find a roommate, you will have the option to receive a full refund (minus the BAC Rde Registration Fee and Payment Processing Fee) or pay the $940 Solo Supplement Fee and stay on the ride. If a single pays the supplement, they may continue to seek a roommate, but must plan to participate without a roommate if necessary. The Ride Leader will assist by attempting to match singles that apply for the tour.
The Solo Supplement payment of $940 is due by Sept. 1, 2025, and can be paid by Zelle or check. To pay using Zelle:
● In your bank's website, add Bicycle Adventure Club as a new recipient, with email address treasurer@bicycleadventureclub.org
● Initiate a payment
● In the Message block, enter the name of your ride.
If you have questions, contact Nancy Bohnett (nbohnett@bicycleadventureclub.org) or Ernie Coose (erniecoose.bac@gmail.com). Checks should be made out to “BAC” with a notation of the tour name included on the check and mailed to: Bicycle Adventure Club, PO Box 23998, San Diego, CA 92193.
ETIAS Pre-Screening Effective 2025 travelers to Europe must complete the new mandatory pre-screening security questionnaire ETIAS. Without ETIAS approval travelers from the US, Canada and many other countries will not be able to book travel into Europe. The program will have a 180 day introductory grace period but will be mandatory by 2024. Approval can be issued quickly and once issued is valid for 3 years. ETIAS applications can be completed online here: https://etias.com/etias-application
CANCELLATION POLICY The BAC Ride Registration Fee and Payment Processing Fees are not refundable unless the entire tour is canceled because the number of participants registered is less than the minimum established for the tour. Refunds of tour payments will depend upon whether a replacement rider signs up, and on costs that can be recouped. The amount refunded will be based on the principle that the tour’s remaining participants will not incur any additional cost as a result of cancellations. If the canceling participant is replaced, a refund will be made at that time. If the canceling participant can't be replaced, any refund will be determined after the ride and final expense report are completed. If a single participant cancels and another roommate cannot be found, in addition to other costs that cannot be recouped the canceling roommate may also be liable for the solo supplement fee of the roommate remaining on the tour. BAC encourages members to purchase trip cancellation insurance.
RIDE PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITY Please remember that BAC Ride Leaders are volunteers and that successful tours depend on participants providing much of their own support. Participants are expected to come to the ride well trained, in good health and ready to accomplish the required daily riding using well maintained bicycles. All Participants should accept responsibility for a safe and enjoyable tour. They should be able to handle basic on-the-road bicycle issues such as flat tires and basic mechanical problems. Minimally, a multi-tool and tire tools would be carried as well as spare tubes and tire inflation devices. We encourage you to read the ride description carefully and respond to requests from the Ride Leader. While on the ride, support the Ride Leader with offers to help with various tasks such as happy hour preparation and cleanup. Please do not interfere with the ride by inviting non-participants onto any portion of the ride or tour. Please keep the Ride Leader informed of any special requests you might have and respect the Ride Leader's decisions.
INSURANCE STATEMENTS Before participating in any BAC tour, you should assess whether your medical and travel insurance coverage is sufficient. If not, you should purchase additional medical coverage.
BAC maintains insurance that covers expenses related to accidents, medical emergencies such as sudden and unexpected sickness, and repatriation. This coverage applies when touring outside the US and your home country, regardless of your nationality. It will cover you door-to-door for a maximum of 90 days but will expire if you make a side trip not related to the BAC tour for more than 7 days before or after. There is limited coverage for a family member to join a covered person in an emergency. The policy covers the cost of treatment for Covid and other unexpected illnesses, but not quarantine. You should ensure that your vaccinations are up to date. Coverage is subject to a $1000 deductible.
SIGN-UP To register for this ride, use the sign-up links just above the Ride Description. After preliminary acceptance, you will be moved to the pending list and receive an email requesting you to go back to the BAC site to digitally accept the terms of the Release of Liability (ROL), and pay the Tour Deposit of $2200 and the non-refundable BAC Ride Registration Fee by credit card. There is a $100.00 international ride fee. As soon as your deposit has been processed, your name(s) will be added to the Participant List. BAC members with questions may contact the Ride Director by "clicking" the name at the top of this Ride Description.
Bicycle Adventure Club
PO BOX 23998 San Diego, CA 92193
Telephone (858) 715-9510 office@bicycleadventureclub.org