Costa blanca Road bike

Day 1:  Arrival in Biar
You arrive in Biar, a city well-endowed in heritage sites and crowned by its fanciful 12^th Century castle that has witnessed many historic episodes. You can wander around its old quarter with its maze of narrow streets and discover, at our leisure, many quaint squares and churches, etc. How about trying some local fare in one of the many bars and restaurants?

Day 2:  Biar – Bocairent. 65 Km (elevation + 1.115 m)
Biar - Banyeres de Mariola - Onil - Mariola’s natural Park - Bocairent .
You’ll pass fruit-tree orchards and many small villages as we approach Banyeres de Mariola; you venture into the Paraje Natural de la Sierra de Mariola, and ride to higher ground. Here you’ll marvel at the stunning views, the flora and the fauna. You then head to the imposing medieval town of Bocairent for the night’s accommodation. Not to be missed is a stroll in its old quarter

Day 3:  Bocairent – Ontinyent.  70 Km (elevation + 1.315 m)
Bocairent – Alfafara – Agres - Beniarres – Castello de Rugar  – Carricola – Agullent – Ontinyent.
After a healthy breakfast we set out in the direction of vineyard country.
You take the green route that will take us to La Valleta d’ Agres, conducive to a serene frame of mind as you pedal past groves of fruit trees at the foothills of the impressive mountain range known as Serra de Mariola. You’ll go through villages like Alfafara and Agres, marked by their own distinctive characters. That night our accommodation you’ll be in a truly privileged rural setting.
This day’s ride is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and spectacular of the whole tour. The rugged contrasts offered by the interior mountain valleys are much greater than those found in valleys closer to the Mediterranean. Pedalling through the higher terrain overlooking Lake Beniarrés, it’s possible to appreciate the impressive views of such instantly identifiable  mountains  as Benicadell and Montcabrer.

Day 4:  Ontinyent circular.  66 Km (elevation + 1.110 m)
Ontinyent - Fontanars – Moixent – Aielo de Malferit – Ontinyent.
You ride along a quiet lane past peaceful fields sown with cereals and studded with olive groves and vineyards. Look out for grand buildings that blend into the landscape, as you make your way to Fontanars dels Alforins. Some of the former noblemen’s houses have been converted into wineries and in the village you can visit speciality shops that offer artesanal delicacies and craft items. You will have the opportunity to visit the Iberian town called “La Bastida” which has magnificent views. IV century b.c. After that, you will ride through the mountains and vineyards towards Moixent. From Moixent you will enter the Moixent Pass (a soft 6 km), you will see “El Bosquet”, a natural lake carry on uphill. After that you have a gentle descent with amazing views between mountains to Aielo de Malferit. From here you will cycle towards Ontinyent.

Day 5:  Ontinyent –Xàtiva. 86 Km (elevation + 1.219 m)
Ontinyent - Fontanars – Font de la Figuera – Navalón – Enguera – Xàtiva.
You’ll start the day pedalling past verdant fields and fertile groves of almond, olive and apricot trees, all making a patchwork with persimmon plantations and old vineyards. The lands around here are the most fertile in the district and not surprisingly, market gardens are plentiful. You will explore the beautiful and quiet mountains in Navalón and Enguera, where is difficult to see a car. You will then head to the noble town of Xàtiva, a place steeped in history and crowned by an imposing castle.

Day 6:  Xàtiva – Cullera. 62 Km  (elevation + 623 m)
Xàtiva – Barxeta – Barx –Simat de la Valldigna – Cullera.
You depart from the city of Xàtiva and delved deeply into the hinterland of València with its verdant market gardens and orange groves. The area is renowned for its quality oranges which are blessed by the climatic conditions of the Mediterranean. Another advantage is that there is sunshine and pleasant weather all year round. You’ll take quiet roads and paths that weave their way through orange groves that make up a rich green tapestry along the floor of the valley. You venture into a pretty little valley to follow part of the pilgrimage route that linked different monasteries and where there is the opportunity to explore the imposing monastery of Simat de la Valldigna. Amongst rice fields, you’ll arrive in Cullera, a coastal city with beautiful sea views where you’ll be able to taste some of the rice specialties of the area. This town has plenty of beaches that you can enjoy even in winter if the sun is shine.

Day 7:  Cullera  – València. 63 Km (elevation + 228 m)
Cullera – Fortaleny – Riola – Sueca – El Palmar – El Saler - Valencia
If you choose the longer option, you’ll start the day by cycling along the banks of the River Xúquer, the waters of which irrigate the many, lush fields and groves of the whole district.
You venture into the natural reserve known as Parque Natural de la Albufera,  one of the most valuable ecosystems in the Mediterranean. You’ll be able to marvel at different natural environments such as lakes, marshes, sand-dunes and pinewoods that border the seafront. All of these ecosystems have their corresponding flora and fauna.
It is well worth enjoying one of the typical dishes of this rather special district. You can go for a stroll by the port and see the fisherman at work before they return home to picturesque El Palmar.
Upon reaching Valencia, you’ll explore the formidable old quarter with its cathedral and central market – a cathedral of a market, indeed! Not to be missed are the narrow streets and squares that offer so many kinds of cafés, bars and restaurants. The lovers of good food will be pleased. The city’s nightlife is also famous.

Day 8: València
After a good breakfast, the trip will be formally over.

This includes

• Accommodation
• Breakfasts buffet style or substantial.
• Detailed tour documentation: maps of the tour, route description, points of interest (English, Italian, German, French and Spanish).
• Welcome meeting.
• Local assistance on call.
• Transfer from Villena railway station to Biar.
• Luggage transfer service between your accommodations.
• Travel insurance.
• GPS with the tracks

PRICES (per person)       

These include 3***  and 4**** hotels, charming rural houses or farmsteads and  high-grade B&Bs.

DATES

The tour is available all year round (except from 28.07 till  31.08), with departures on Sunday. 

Season 1: 14.01.24 – 09.03.24| 17.03.24 – 30.03.24|06.10.24 – 26.10.24 |03.11.24 – 15.12.24
Season 2: 31.03.24 – 22.07.24 | 01.09.24 – 05.10.24 | 27.10.24 – 02.11.24
Season 3: 10.03.24 – 16.03.24

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How to get to Biar (starting point)

We recommend a private taxi transfer from Alicante-Elche Airport (40 minutes).

• If you fly to Alicante:

By train: By train: from Alicante Railway  Station to Villena  Railway   Station (45mins. and 10 € per person), where we will pick you up. You can check the timetables and prices in here.

• If you fly to València:

By train: from València Railway Station (Estació del Nord) to Villena Railway  Station, where we  will pick you up. (1hr. 15mins. and 15€ per person). You can check the timetables and prices in here.