BASQUE COUNTRY WEEK
Discover the Basque Country by bike, its dreamy landscapes, its iconic climbs, and its famous gastronomy and oenology
HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover Bilbao and its surrounding area cycling, guided by locals.
- Get to know Bilbao and its radical transformation, the impressive Basque coast, San Sebastian, and the magnificent land of wine, the Rioja Alavesa.
- Enjoy the most exclusive Basque culinary experience, savouring the typical Basque cuisine in Bilbao´s top restaurants and delighting in the tasting menu of an award-winning Michelin star restaurant.
- Visit one of the best wineries in the Basque Country.
- Relax after the ride thanks to the care of an experienced physiotherapist in San Sebastian
- Go on a tour of the ultimate modern art museum, the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum.
ITINERARY
Program
- Arrival in Bilbao and transfer from the airport to La Rioja Alavesa.
- Welcome and reception by the Bizi Cycle Tours team at the Hotel Viura.
- Briefing of the complete program of the tour, detailing the bike rides and other activities.
- Delivery of welcome kit: Bizi Cycle Tours jersey and water bottle.
- Bike fitting and Short test ride.
- Welcome dinner.
Program
- Breakfast at Hotel Viura.
- Departure by bike: Circular ride through vineyards.
- A support van will always be available to provide technical assistance and snacks, as well as transportation through any section of the route if you do not wish to continue cycling.
- Lunch on route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Local winery visit and tasting.
- Dinner at a local restaurant.
- Today’s bike ride: 33 Miles | 53 km
- Elevation gain: 2.200 Feet | 670 m
- Meals included: Buffet breakfast, lunch on route, and dinner
Program
- Breakfast at Hotel Viura.
- Departure by bike: Route Villabuena de Alava – Uribarri Ganboa
- A support van will always be available to provide technical assistance and snacks, as well as transportation through any section of the route if you do not wish to continue cycling.
- Lunch on route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Transfer by van from Uribarri Ganboa (end of the stage) to San Sebastian.
- Check in at San Sebastian’s hotel.
- Massage by a professional physiotherapist.
- Dinner on your own.
- Today’s bike ride: 44 Miles | 70 km
- Elevation gain: 3.600 Feet | 1.100 m
- Meals included: Buffet breakfast, and lunch on route.
Program
- Breakfast at San Sebastian’s hotel.
- Departure by bike: San Sebastian – Hondarribia – San Sebastian route.
- A support van will always be available to provide technical assistance and snacks, as well as transportation through any section of the route if you do not wish to continue cycling.
- Lunch on route, including fresh products, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Pintxos dinner at the old town.
- Today’s bike ride: 44,7 Miles | 72 km
- Elevation gain: 4.691 Feet | 1.430 m
- Meals included: Buffet breakfast, lunch on route and Dinner.
Program
- Breakfast at San Sebastian’s hotel.
- Departure by bike: Route San Sebastian – Lekeitio.
- A support van will always be available to provide technical assistance and snacks, as well as transportation through any section of the route if you do not wish to continue cycling.
- Lunch on the route, including fresh products, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Transfer by van to Bilbao.
- Check in at the hotel in Bilbao.
- Dinner on your own.
- Today’s bike ride: 44 Miles | 75 km
- Elevation gain: 4.600 Feet | 1.400 m
- Meals included: Buffet breakfast, and lunch on route.
Program
- Breakfast at the hotel in Bilbao.
- Departure by bike: Coastal ride.
- A support van will always be available to provide technical assistance and snacks, as well as transportation through any section of the route if you do not wish to continue pedaling.
- Lunch on the route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Visit to an underwater winery.
- Last dinner at a Michelin star restaurant.
- Today’s bike ride: 39,3 Miles | 63,2 km
- Elevation gain: 3.133 Feet | 955 m
- Meals included: Buffet breakfast, lunch on route and Dinner.
Program
- Breakfast at the hotel in Bilbao.
- Guggenheim museum guided visit.
- Transfer to Bilbao airport by private vehicle.
DATES
16-22 May, 2027
Availability: Spots available10-16 October, 2027
Availability: Spots availableWHAT’S INCLUDED
Included
Accommodation
- Six nights (double occupancy) at 4-star hotels (single occupancy available with additional charge).
- Transfer to and from the airport in a private van.
Meals
- Breakfast made on the spot at the hotel.
- Six lunches on the road, including fresh products, drinks, and healthy snacks.
- Two dinners at well-known restaurants in the Basque Country, which include an impeccable selection of wines, beer and other drinks.
- Pintxos tour dinner in San Sebastian.
- A dinner at the award winning one-star Michelin Mina restaurant.
Equipment
- Welcome kit, which includes a Bizi Cycle Tours jersey and a water bottle.
Support.
- A bilingual guide (English-Spanish) with lots of experience and knowledge of the area.
- There is always a support van available to provide technical assistance, refreshments, and transportation for any part of the route that you don’t want to cycle through.
- One massage by a professional physiotherapist in San Sebastian.
- One day of laundry for cycling gear in San Sebastian.
- Daily bicycle cleaning.
Activities-Souvenirs
- Private guided tour of the Guggenheim Bilbao museum.
- Visit to Rioja Alavesa winery.
- Personalised online photo album of the tour.
Not included
- Bike rental.
- Flight tickets to and from Bilbao.
- Other activities not included in the package and not organized by Bizi Cycle Tours.
- Accommodation before and after the end of the tour.
- Personal shopping during the tour.
Group
Minimum 6 people, maximum 12.
For smaller groups, ask for rates.
HOTELS
The hotels featured are examples of the type and standard of accommodation included in your tour. Your final hotel selection will be confirmed at the time of booking, subject to availability.
Hotel Miró Bilbao 4*
This boutique hotel is located opposite the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Rooms at Hotel Miró feature minimalist-style décor. The bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. Free mineral water is provided.
A buffet breakfast is served with selected local products. The hotel has a well-equipped fitness center. Numerous traditional Basque restaurants are located nearby. The historic center is a 5-minute walk away.
Hotel Viura Rioja Alavesa 4*
This design hotel is located in Villabuena de Álava, in the Rioja Alavesa wine region. It offers free Wi-Fi, and a rooftop terrace with views of the Sierra de Cantabria. Regular wine tasting sessions are organized, as well as visits to nearby wineries. Rooms at the Viura have a minibar with free sparkling and still mineral water, heating, and air conditioning.
The Viura enjoys an ideal location for touring La Rioja, 20 minutes from Logroño and Haro. Hotel Viura have free access to a public swimming pool located next to the hotel. Various massage treatments are also offered.
Hotel Arima San Sebastian 4*
In the heart of the Miramon Forest and close to the city center, Arima offers the best of both worlds. Surrounded by a natural ecosystem, it will allow you to live a healthy and authentic experience. All rooms feature state-of-the-art soundproofing, temperature and humidity control and low CO2 concentration.
At Tilia (Cafeteria and Restaurant) you can enjoy breakfast, weekend brunch, menu of the day and a varied bistro menu in a space full of light and a terrace open to the forest of Miramón. Hotel Arima has a well-equipped gym.
BIKE RENTAL
ORBEA Orca M10i OMX
The Orbea Orca M10i OMX is a professional-level road bike that embodies the spirit of Basque cycling, with a heritage tied to teams like Euskaltel-Euskadi, which has competed in major tours using Orbea bicycles. UCI-approved, this bike is designed for the most demanding races, from classic events to mountain stages in the Tour de France or the Vuelta to the Basque Country. Its OMX carbon frame and Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupset make it an ideal choice for cyclists seeking pure performance.
ORBEA Denna 20i
The Orbea Denna 20i is an electric bike featuring a carbon frame, natural and progressive motor assistance, and an integrated battery, offering an excellent balance of performance and comfort. Its stable geometry and tires provide confidence and control on both paved roads and gravel tracks.
Equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and components designed for long-distance riding, the Denna 20i makes challenging climbs and demanding routes more accessible while maintaining a natural riding feel. A versatile and comfortable bike for enjoying every adventure.
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