Our 2009 Tour to Spain is now full. We encourage you to contact us for future tours!

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the average daily mileage?
We will ride an average of 50 miles per day. On most days there will be options to extend or to shorten the core routes.

What's included in the price of the trip?
The tour price includes the following:

• Thirteen nights accommodations (including breakfast) – all rooms with their own ensuite facilities.
• Tour includes stay Friday night, July 3, prior to Saurday departure on July 4.
• All breakfasts and selected (approximately 6) dinners
• Support vehicle with driver/guide throughout the tour
• Tandem mechanic (Patrick)
• Transfers to/from Bilbao/Santander at start/end of tour
• Daily luggage transfer
• Daily briefing by guide on the route to highlight points of interest, en route attractions, services, and more.
• Pre trip planner
• Maps and Route Guide
• Tandem bike case storage

What's not included:
The tour price does not include the following:

• Airfare to and from the trip
• Tandem Bicycle
• Meals other than those detailed above (Lunches and snacks are not included and some dinners will be "on your own" in bigger communities for you to experience the local culture).
• Drinks / Gratuities

Tour Details:
14 Days / 13 Nights

Travel Dates:
June 20 - July 4, 2009

Trip Start / End Location:
Bilbao, Spain

Cost:
$2995* per person / $5990* per tandem team

Average Mileage:
Approximately 50 miles per day

Do I need a tandem with S&S couplings?
NO!  We can acommodate your full sized tandem. Be aware that you will most likely be charged to fly with your non-coupled tandem, however.  Please call Tandem Cycle Works for information on our experience in flying with a non-coupled tandem.

Where does the trip start and end?
Our tour will begin and end in Bilbao, Spain. You should plan to fly into and out of the Bilbao International Airport where you will be met by our tour guide. Since flights from the US to Europe are overnight, please plan to leave home on Saturday, June 20 for arrival in Bilbao, Spain the morning of Sunday, June 21. If you plan to extend your trip you will need to make arrangements to meet us at the airport on Sunday, June 21. Travel arrangements for departure should be made for Saturday, July 4.

What travel documents do I need?
You will need a passport for entry into Spain. If you don't currently have a passport we recommend that you give yourself plenty of time to receive or renew a passport. We would hate to have you cancel at the last minute just because you don't have your passport!

What will the weather be like?
Average high temperature in northwest Spain in June is 72 ºF. Of course, rain and sudden unusual weather patterns are the norm for experienced cyclists, so as for any bike tour, plan to bring good quality rain gear.

How much should we train?
We have found that those who train for a bike tour have a much more enjoyable time than those who do not train. While this is not Ride the Rockies it is a 2-week bike tour averaging 50 miles per day. Since this tour is in June you will have ample time to ride prior to the trip. We suggest you do plan to devote some time to riding in April, May and early June to fully enjoy your time in Spain.

Is there a Sag Vehicle?
Each day there will be several ride options of varying distances. Riders may choose shorter or longer distances as they desire. It is anticipated that riders will complete each day's ride by cycling their chosen routes. While we do have vehicle support, this is meant for emergency purposes and lugagge transfers rather than a "pick-up and drop-off" vehicle for any riders during the day. If your preference is to have a sag vehicle that follows over the course of the day and provides this pick-up and drop-off service for each mile then this may not be the tour for you.

Have more questions?
Please call us at Tandem Cycle Works, 303-715-9690, or e-mail us.

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