La Vuelta De La Sierra Nevada

The Vuelta de la Sierra Nevada bike ride does a circuit of the Sierra Nevada National Park in southern Spain, takes in the climbs of La Vuelta a España, the beautiful villages of the Alpujarra and finishes by dipping your wheels into the Mediterranean Sea.

Distance (KM)

Elevation (M)

Days Riding

This route offers plenty of flexibility and isn’t limited to the example shown here. There are many different ways to do this journey, and we can adapt it to your requirements. The options are endless, what you’ll find below is simply a typical itinerary.

The Sierra Nevada Loop Itinerary

Day 1

After you arrive at Granada or Malaga airport, we will transfer you to the town of Alcalá la Real, where you will be met by the rest of the foot crew. Our guides will help you build your bikes before the evening meal and welcome briefing. A half-day ride is also available, depending on flight times.

Day 2

Distance: 120km

Elevation: 1512m

We rise early to start the ride from Alcalá la Real to the day’s final destination of Guadix, famous for its cave-dwelling inhabitants. Overnight accommodation is provided in “apartment-caves”, built to escape the heat of the Andalucian sun. Dinner is provided in a local restaurant.

‘This was one of the best experiences of my life. Definitely the best cycling trip. ‘Fantastic organization and support throughout.’ – Top to Toe of Portugal 2024

Day 3

Distance: 105km

Elevation: 2642m

After a sleep that any caveman would be proud of, day 2 is shorter in terms of distance, but more than makes up for it with over 2600m climbing. The route takes us over the Vuelta climb of Puerto de la Ragua, at an altitude of 2000m, before heading down the other side and then west, along the southern border of the Sierra Nevada national park.

Towards the end of the day, we turn northwards up into the hills again, ready for our overnight stop at the village of Trevélez – one of the highest recognized municipalities in Spain at approximately 1,480m above sea level.

Day 4

Distance: 94km

Elevation: 1525m

Today we ride through the beautiful villages of the Alpujarra region, gradually descending down towards the sea, for that final dip in the Med! We celebrate our achievements that night at a wonderful hotel, overlooking the sea.

Day 5

You are free to spend the day at your leisure, before the transfer back to Malaga/Granada airport.

Example Routes

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