• Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
  • Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter
Spain / Spain

Calp by road bike: sunshine in the heart of winter

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In summary

  • Sports
    Road cycling
  • Duration
    8 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Road cycling
    Beginner
    For those who enjoy road cycling but ride infrequently. You wish to cover short distances, between 30 and 60 km per day. The routes involve some elevation gain (maximum 500m). You are capable of sustaining moderate effort for about 1 to 2 hours.
    Intermediate
    For regular road cyclists. You wish to ride 50 to 70 km per day. Routes may include steep climbs (up to 800 m) and faster descents, with a moderate total elevation gain. You are in good physical condition and capable of sustaining moderate to vigorous effort for 2 to 3 hours.
    Confirmed
    For those who ride road bikes for part of the year—roughly once a week—and wish to cover 70 to 90 km or more per day. The routes feature significant elevation gain (1,000m), with long climbs and technical descents. You are in good physical condition and capable of sustained effort for 3 to 5 hours or more.
    Advanced
    For those who ride road bikes very regularly and intensively for a large part of the year. You aim to cover 80 to 120 km (or more) per day. The routes feature significant elevation gain (1,500m), with long climbs and technical descents. You are in excellent physical condition and capable of sustaining intense effort for 3 to 5 hours or longer.
    Expert
    For cyclists with excellent fitness who ride long distances on the road once or twice a week. You aim to cover 130 km per day, tackling long, demanding stages. The routes feature challenging climbs and mountain passes, with significant elevation gain (2,000m). You are in peak physical condition and capable of sustaining intense effort for five hours or more while handling varied terrain.
  • Destination
    Spain / Spain
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    133.63 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    Spanish
    English

In a few words

Enjoy a true winter privilege by joining us on the roads of the Costa Blanca in December. While winter settles in elsewhere, the Calpe region offers exceptional weather conditions, allowing you to ride in cycling shorts with the Mediterranean as your backdrop. This trip is a total immersion in cycling culture, where every ride takes place on perfect asphalt .

The varied terrain offers an ideal playground: from legendary climbs to steady gradients followed by exhilarating, technical descents. Between mountain passes, the local atmosphere will captivate you, punctuated by breaks on terraces to savor tapas in the sunshine . This period is all the more exciting as you'll have the opportunity to meet professional teams during their training camps, adding a unique dimension to your workouts.

This trip perfectly combines athletic challenge with the laid-back Spanish lifestyle. Whether you're looking to rack up elevation gains or improve your fitness, you'll discover breathtaking coastal panoramas that will stay with you long after you return. An authentic cycling experience to transform your winter into a season of performance and enjoyment .

The highlights

  • Exceptional winter weather for cycling in cycling shorts facing the Mediterranean
  • Varied routes including legendary climbs, perfect asphalt and technical descents
  • All inclusive - support vehicle
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Sport

Level

Road cycling

Intermediate

Levels

Road cycling
Beginner
For those who enjoy road cycling but ride infrequently. You wish to cover short distances, between 30 and 60 km per day. The routes involve some elevation gain (maximum 500m). You are capable of sustaining moderate effort for about 1 to 2 hours.
Intermediate
For regular road cyclists. You wish to ride 50 to 70 km per day. Routes may include steep climbs (up to 800 m) and faster descents, with a moderate total elevation gain. You are in good physical condition and capable of sustaining moderate to vigorous effort for 2 to 3 hours.
Confirmed
For those who ride road bikes for part of the year—roughly once a week—and wish to cover 70 to 90 km or more per day. The routes feature significant elevation gain (1,000m), with long climbs and technical descents. You are in good physical condition and capable of sustained effort for 3 to 5 hours or more.
Advanced
For those who ride road bikes very regularly and intensively for a large part of the year. You aim to cover 80 to 120 km (or more) per day. The routes feature significant elevation gain (1,500m), with long climbs and technical descents. You are in excellent physical condition and capable of sustaining intense effort for 3 to 5 hours or longer.
Expert
For cyclists with excellent fitness who ride long distances on the road once or twice a week. You aim to cover 130 km per day, tackling long, demanding stages. The routes feature challenging climbs and mountain passes, with significant elevation gain (2,000m). You are in peak physical condition and capable of sustaining intense effort for five hours or more while handling varied terrain.
For regular road cyclists. You wish to ride 50 to 70 km per day. Routes may include steep climbs (up to 800 m) and faster descents, with a moderate total elevation gain. You are in good physical condition and capable of sustaining moderate to vigorous effort for 2 to 3 hours.

In figures

Road bike

  • Average duration/day: 2h30
  • Average distance/day: 58 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1000 m
  • Average daily descent: 1000 m
  • Predominant type of terrain : Road

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 8 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Spanish
English
Thomas
Thomas

I am Thomas.

I live in the Tarn region, and I'm here to guide you through unforgettable adventures!

With over 10 years of experience in the world of sport, I am a qualified instructor and passionate about outdoor sports (road cycling, Gravel, Trail or Triathlon…).

I'm here to guide you and help you discover authentic flavors and good places where we can refuel (and enjoy ourselves…) after a day in the field.

Whether you are a seasoned athlete looking for stimulating challenges or a beginner seeking new sensations, the circuits are designed to suit all levels.

Management

Security

Helmet required

Respect for the highway code
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Program

Day 1
Days 2 to 7
Day 8
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    Welcome to Altea

    • Accommodation 4-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Your stay begins in Altea, where you'll meet at the Hotel Cap Negret from 5 pm onwards. After settling in, a group briefing will allow you to get to know the team and review the week's schedule. This is the perfect time to prepare your equipment and discuss upcoming routes in a friendly atmosphere.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏨 4-star hotel - Days 1 to 8
  • 🏨 4-star hotel - Days 1 to 8
🏨 4-star hotel - Days 1 to 8

Access

Departure
Altea, Espagne
Day 1 : 17h00
End of stay
Altea, Espagne
Day 8 - 11h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toTram d'Alicante
Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport d'Alicante-Elche (ALC)
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation: 7 nights in a hotel with full board
  2. Luggage transfer
  3. Supplies
  4. Professional and friendly staff!
  5. Mechanical assistance (we are talking about roadside assistance)
  6. Travel agent professional liability insurance

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to and from the starting point of the stay
  2. Visits during the stages
  3. Personal expenses
  4. Bicycle rental (on request)
  5. Single room option (+€50/night)
  6. Assistance insurance, medical expenses and civil liability

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Single room : CHF320.18 / person
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Toolbox

Equipment to bring

  1. 1 inner tube

Clothing to bring

  1. A review is conducted a few days before departure to best coordinate with the weather.
The Thomas team
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The Thomas team

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A specialist in outdoor sports based in Occitanie, our local partner is an agency run by passionate individuals dedicated to outdoor experiences. With over 10 years of expertise, its founder, a certified instructor, designs immersive trips focused on road cycling, gravel biking, trail running, and triathlon. The agency prides itself on offering unique, off-the-beaten-path routes that allow participants to discover the region's wildest terrain. Combining professionalism and on-the-ground expertise, the agency provides athletes of all levels with an unforgettable adventure in the heart of southern France.
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