Discover the wonders of the Sierra Nevada and the Badlands 

Dates: 22nd - 28th May

5 days of some of the most memorable gravel riding you'll probably ever do in the mountains surrounding Granada, staying in a traditional cave house in Granada’s El Albaicin area, overlooking the Alhambra Palace, can't get much better!

There will be guided day rides through the local Sierra Nevada mountains and a longer overnight adventure to explore the Goraft Desert, better known as the Badlands.

We’ll be based in Granada’s El Albaicin district, a warren of tiny cobbled streets that is the heart of the Flamanco life. We will be staying in one of a series of cave houses originally carved out by the Gitano Roma in the 15th century. These cave houses are not miserable holes in the ground, they are underground palaces,  a chic collection of interconnecting rooms each stylishly appointed with all the mod cons you don’t expect in a cave, ensuite bathrooms, comfortable beds and of course, they are naturally gloriously cool. However, it's the view across the valley to the Alhambra Palace that's the killer!

Bike transfer from London to Granada and back is included in the cost, you'll be able to leave your bike and luggage in South London a few days beforehand and we'll drive them to Granada (and back) so there is no need to dismantle your bike and lug it through airports, hop on the plane with a cabin bag - luxury! 

Itinerary

Day 1 - Transfer from Malaga Airport/Railway Station to Granada 

Day 2 - Aclimatising ride 40/50 km Day ride to a local taverna for lunch  

Day 3 - Tackle Mulhacen, the highest point in the Sierra Nevada

Days 4 and 5 - Expedition to the Goraft Desert aka Badlands, stay overnight in a local taverna and return via thermal mud pools.

Day 5 - Exploring the Sierra de Huetor

Day 7 - Transfer from Granada to Malaga Airport/Railway Station   

What's included?

The package includes:

• Accommodation in Granada sharing a 2-bed cave
• 5 days of guided and supported gravel riding 
• Breakfast and lunch 
• Bike and luggage transfers to and from London
• Group transfer from Malaga Airport 

What's not included?

• Flights
• Entrance fees to Attractions (optional)
• Dinner 
• Optional single cave supplement 

Is this ride for me? 

With daily distances of 70+ km, this is a ride for cyclists with a degree of fitness and some off-road riding ability - if in doubt, email Charlie for advice.

Is my bike suitable? 

You will need a decent gravel/CX or mountain bike.

Hire bikes 

We can arrange for you to hire a suitable gravel bike from Cyclefit for this trip 

Flamenco Gravel 22nd to 29th May

• 22/05/2024, 00:00 - 29/05/2024, 00:00

  Flamenco Gravel (Full payment £ 1550)

  Closed £1,550.00
  Full payment

Flamenco Gravel no-group

• 22/05/2024, 00:00 - 29/05/2024, 00:00

  Flamenco Gravel May 22nd to 29th May (Deposit £200)

  Closed £200.00
  Full payment

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  Description

  Non-returnable holding deposit of £200 - balance (£1350) due 1 month before departure 

  You'll be emailed a reminder a couple weeks before the balance is due

Location

Directions

Drop your bike and luggage off with us in London a few days before catching a flight or train to Malaga where we will pick you up, transfer you to Granada to reunite you with your bike and bags. 

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