Nothing quite like road cycling to explore more of a country. Ride the distance, as fast or as slow as you feel like, embracing the climbs and enjoying the descends - get to know a country's topography in your legs, stop at the cafes, conquer the viewpoints and finish your day relaxing at hand-picked hotels and soaking in the culture in one our our local experiences.
This was my first bike tour trip and it was the best vacation I have taken. Despite having biked recreationally in many different places, I greatly underestimated the joy I would feel from cycling as a mode of transportation while on vacation. Traveling town to town, over varied terrain including beach boardwalks, medieval cobblestone roads, dirt paths, rocky trails, and cruising through small towns, thriving cities, beautiful agricultural lands and vineyards, and bisecting gorgeous pine forests, fed all my senses. Each day led to a different challenge with unique rewards along the way and at the finish line. My biggest concern going into this trip was not having enough time to explore each town once we arrived by bike. Fortunately, this was not an issue, we arrived each day with plenty of time and extra energy to really enjoy the scene.
The boutique hotels Live Love Ride chose for us were each special in their own way. Whether it was a lushly landscaped garden, a castle walled courtyard, or a cozy hotel bar, arriving to a beautiful stone walled manor at the end of the day’s ride was always a great surprise. The luggage transfer service was very reliable and well worth it. In addition to the exceptional customer service and outstanding hotel choices, we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the restaurant recommendations; I strongly suggest going with their choices.
Portugal and Spain are each beautiful countries and the culture changed more than I expected as we moved along the route. Experiencing the region on two wheels gave us the opportunity to experience these countries using all five senses, at a perfect pace to take it all in. We Lived. We Loved. & We Rode our way through one of the best experiences of our lives.
As winter approaches and the chill starts to set in, many cyclists begin packing away their gear for the season. But why stop riding when you can swap icy roads for sunlit coastlines? If you’re looking to keep the wheels turning through the winter months, Southern Iberia offers an ideal escape. With its mild climate, […]
Dreaming of your next cycling adventure? The wait is over! Our 2025 group tour calendar is now live, featuring breathtaking bike tours across Portugal and Spain. Secure your spot by September 30, 2024, and enjoy an exclusive 5% discount on all group tours*. Special Offer: Save 5% on All Group Tours! To celebrate the launch […]
Our 2024 group tour calendar is now live! Join us for a bike tour in Spain or Portugal and enjoy a 5% discount on all group tours*! It's time to start day dreaming of all the great destinations you can ride in next year. Our 2024 group dates are live and ready to book - […]
