ITZULIA BIKE TOUR
Cycle with us for six days of luxury, enjoying the Basque Country, paired with local gastronomy & culture
HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover the Basque Country riding guided by local ex-professional athletes.
- Accept the challenge of competing in the six stages of the Basque men’s road race, just moments before the race. Its toughness is matched only by the beauty of its landscapes.
- Access the backstage of the race and go to the major stage highlights and climbs of the Itzulia.
- Relax after the ride, thanks to the care of an experienced physiotherapist.
- Enjoy the most exclusive Basque culinary experience, savouring the typical Basque cuisine in top restaurants.
- Go on a private tour of the ultimate modern art museum, the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum.
ITINERARY
Program
- Arrival in Bilbao and transfer from the airport to the hotel by private vehicle.
- Welcome and reception by the Bizi Cycle Tours team at the Hotel.
- 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.
- Check-in.
- Dinner.
Program
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 1 (Irún – Irún)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the first stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Dinner at a renowned restaurant, including a fine selection of wines, beers and other beverages.
Stage 1
Irun will once again be part of the Itzulia 18 years later. The 63rd edition of the race will start with an urban time trial of about 10km, which will start and finish in the Gipuzkoa town of Irun.
Program
- Breakfast at the hotel in Rioja Alavesa.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 2 (To be defined)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the first stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Transfer to San Sebastian. Check-in at Hotel Arima.
- Pintxos route, including a fine selection of wines, beers and other beverages.
Stage 2
Coming up soon
Program
- Breakfast at the Hotel Arima.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 3 (To be defined)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the third stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Massage by a professional physiotherapist.
- Free time.
Stage 3
Coming up soon
Program
- Breakfast at the Hotel Arima.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 4 (To be defined)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the fourth stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Transfer to Bilbao. Check-in at Hotel Miró.
- Private guided tour of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
- Dinner at a renowned restaurant in Bilbao, including a fine selection of wines, beers and other beverages.
Stage 4
Coming up soon
Program
- Breakfast at the Hotel Miró.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 5 (To be defined)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the fifth stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Dinner at a renowned restaurant in Bilbao, including a fine selection of wines, beers and other beverages.
Stage 5
Coming up soon
Program
- Breakfast at the Hotel Miró.
- Equipment set-up before starting the route.
- Departure by bike: Stage 6 (To be defined)
- 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 en route, including fresh produce, drinks, healthy snacks.
- Assistance to the sixth stage of the race. Backstage access.
- Transfer to Bilbao’s airport in private vehicle.
Stage 6
Coming up soon
DATES
31/03-06/04/2024
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included
Accommodation
- 6 nights (double room occupancy) at 4-star hotels (single occupancy available with additional charge).
- Transfer to and from Bilbao airport in a private van.
Meals
- Breakfasts made on the spot at the hotel.
- Lunches en route, including fresh products, drinks, and healthy snacks.
- A pintxos tour in San Sebastian.
- Four dinners at renowned restaurants, including a careful selection of wines, beers and other beverages.
Gear
- Welcome kit, including a Bizi Cycle Tours jersey and a water bottle.
Support
- A bilingual guide (English-Spanish) with lots of experience and knowledge of the area. Our guides are ex-professional athletes.
- 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.
- A massage by a professional physiotherapist.
- One day of laundry for cycling gear.
- Daily bicycle cleaning.
Activities-Souvenirs
- VIP attendance to the race stages and backstage.
- Private guided tour of the Guggenheim Bilbao museum.
- Personalised 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 people.
For smaller groups, ask for rates.
HOTELS
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.
BICYCLES FOR RENT
TREK Émonda SL 6 Disc
This bicycle can deal with the toughest mountains, the steepest descents, the tightest curves and the fastest sprints.
The hydraulic disc brakes have great breaking power and control regardless of the type of road and the weather conditions.
Just like the other Émondas, it is designed to be the lightest and fastest in its category.
BH Core Gravelx Carbon 2.6
So lightweight, that you won’t believe that it’s an e-bike. Its frame is made of carbon, with the technology used in the frames of BH’s high-end road bike range.
This bike has a significant autonomy (165Km and up to 220Km) thanks to a combination of low motor consumption and a 540Wh battery.
The Core display is fully integrated into the stem and it features a button that allows you to increase or reduce the assistance level, through an LED colour system.
BOOK
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