Spain's Northern Coast Bike Tour

Hotel & Bike 7 nights

VISITING: Spain

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Why we love this tour

"The towering peaks of the Picos de Europa are the backdrop to this tour alongside the beaches and countryside of Spain's northern coast. With rest days included in the itinerary, this is a great mix of cycling and relaxation."

Blue waters and golden beaches with a backdrop of dramatic mountains

Unspoiled fishing harbours and traditional beach resorts

Twisting lanes, beautiful bridges and seafood restaurants with a view

7 or 5 nights of adventurous cycling with stunning scenery and three optional rest days

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Guiding
Self-Guided
Distance
79miles/127km
Level
Easy to Moderate
Standard
Superior
Departs
Sat, Mon
Runs
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Code
SP001
Fly to
Bilbao
Good for
Coasts and Islands, Short Breaks, Solo
Return
Bilbao

Ride along the less-visited Cantabrian & Asturian coast of northern Spain, where rich green countryside contrasts with the blue sea and golden beaches. This beautiful ride passes flower-filled villages and fishing harbours, with a backdrop of the dramatic Picos de Europa Mountains. Some stretches of the cycle route are more demanding than others, but you’ll have the option of three full rest days to relax on the beach and refuel in scenic seafood restaurants, try canoeing on the river or hike to spectacular gorges.

Riding through Asturias, you’ll descend through eucalyptus forests and cycle past rugged coves, following rolling meadows down to the sea. The region’s low key resorts and timeless towns are full of fascinating landmarks, from the historic bridges of San Vicente to the twisting streets of Llanes. The fine sands of Somo and the elegant city of Santander are enticing places to end your adventure.

You can choose between a 5 or 7 night version of this tour.

*£50 per person saving available on select tours when booked between 01 and 31 January 2026, subject to availability. Discount applies to adults aged 18+. Cannot be combined with any reduction or offer except Refer a Friend or Two Tour discount. The £50pp discount is not included in website prices and will be deducted after booking. A minimum 20% deposit is required at the time of booking.

The Trip

Route

Spain's Northern Coast

Please note, route maps on our website do not follow the exact route of the tour.

Accommodation

7 Nights

We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 3 and 4-star hotels and Country Inns, all offering en-suite rooms and breakfast. The example hotels listed below give you a flavour of the style and standard of accommodation on this tour.

 

Example hotels

Santillana del Mar - Casa del Organista

San Vicente de la Barquera - Hotel Faro de San Vicente

Llanes - Hotel Don Paco

Somo - Hotel Torres de Somo

7 nights in a mix of 3 & 4* hotels and country inns

Saturday departure

Breakfast included

Luggage transferred each day

5 Nights

We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly 3 & 4-star hotels and country inns, all offering en-suite rooms and breakfast. The example hotels listed below give you a flavour of the style and standard of accommodation on this tour.

 

Example hotels

Santillana del Mar - Casa del Organista

San Vicente de la Barquera - Hotel Faro de San Vicente

Llanes - Hotel Don Paco

Somo - Hotel Torres de Somo

5 nights in a mix of 3 & 4* hotels and country inns

Monday departure

Breakfast included

Luggage transferred each day

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What's included

Price includes

7 or 5 nights accommodation: 3 & 4 star hotels and a country inn

Board basis: Bed and breakfast

Luggage transportation (max 2 items per person)

Maps and Route information  - GPS tracks available

Group transfer from/to Bilbao or Santander at start and finish of tour

Transfer as part of the scheduled daily itinerary

Price excludes

Flights and transfers

Bike hire

Bike hire and extras

Bike hire

Pannier, handlebar bag, repair kit, inner tube, pump and lock all included at no extra cost when you hire a bike. Helmets can also be provided with bike rental at no additional charge - please add if this is required

Hybrid Bike - 7 nights

Hybrid with 27 gears

£130

E-bike - 7 nights

£216

Carbon Road Bike - 7 nights

Cube Attain GTC 22 gear carbon road bike

£180

Hybrid Bike - 5 nights

Hybrid with 27 gears

£91

E-bike - 5 nights

£156

Carbon Road Bike - 5 nights

Cube Attain GTC 22 gear carbon road bike

£132

Bike box transfer

£71

Other Extras

Helmet

Helmet hire

£0
Bike hire

GPS device

£45

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.

How do I get there?

Fly to Bilbao or Santander. A shared return transfer from Bilbao or Santander to Santillana del Mar is included. Please note that different arrival times may require some flexibility. A Train service (Renfe) is available to Santillana from both cities. Alternatively, take the ferry to Bilbao or Santander.

How do I get back?

Fly or get the ferry from Bilbao or Santander. A shared return transfer from Somo to Bilbao or Santander is included. Please note that different arrival times may require some flexibility. 

What is an ‘Easy to Moderate’ cycle holiday?

Some days will be flat, other days will have some modest hills. Easy to Moderate cycling holidays are suitable for most ages and degrees of fitness. We recommend that you have some previous cycling experience.

We are always on hand to offer advice, so please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.

Why are the hotels not listed in the itinerary?

We use a pool of carefully selected cyclist-friendly hotels to maximise availability. This helps us do our best to secure your preferred dates, regardless of the time of year. Hotels are typically chosen for their secure bike storage, proximity to cycle routes, and accessibility for the luggage transfers. They all feature en-suite rooms and come with breakfast included as standard.

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