Gran Canaria
Explore a Spanish island and year-round cycling oasis
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For those who truly long to go off the beaten path, discover the most sought-after places in Europe by cyclists who love to ride all year round. It’s a favorite escape and training ground for the Ciclismo guide team, who have been coming here year after year to ride, relax, reconnect, and savor the lush and dramatic landscapes of Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria is located in the Canary Island archipelago in the Atlantic, just off the northwest coast of Africa. The capital of the Spanish island chain, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is located here and was founded in 1478. It was visited by Christopher Columbus on his way to the Americas. It is an island of volcanic origin, formed around 14 million years ago and offers an array of microclimates, vast beaches and sand dunes contrasting with ravines and volcanoes.
Part of Gran Canaria is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a perfect place for cyclists due to its excellent road network, temperate climate, and environment that make for perfect riding conditions. Since the cycling season runs nearly all year long, Gran Canaria is a superb winter getaway which offers a diverse landscape with soaring views of the sea, lush forests, deserts, canyons and volcanic mountains.
We know Gran Canaria, and we want you to discover it too.
Tour Essence
- Enjoy a classic destination for European cyclists on an island famous for its warm climate all year round
- Dramatic change of landscape including views of the sea, lush forests, deserts, and volcanic mountains
- Explore the second largest of the Canary Islands on exhilarating rides that vary from sea level to 6,300 ft of altitude
- Stay at charming hotels and enchanting country inns
- Don’t miss any extra days of work on a week-long tour
What to Expect
Terrain
HillyStart Location
Santa BrigidaEnd Location
Playa de MogánMileage
Average Daily: 29/35 miles Total: 174/215 milesElevation
Average Daily: 4,344 ft Total: 26,065 ft
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- Van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- 1 wine tasting
- Visit to a botanical garden
- Shuttles at end of tour
What’s Included
- Carbon-frame bike rental equipped with odometer, map case, and seat bags
- Ciclismo jersey and water bottle
- Two water bottle holders
- Map holder on handlebars and a Garmin Edge GPS
- Handlebar bag
- Tire pump
- Combination bike lock
- Gel-padded saddle
- Choice of pedals
- Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
- Toe cage pedals
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 4 dinners
- Enjoy a classic destination for European cyclists on an island famous for its warm climate all year round
- Dramatic change of landscape including views of the sea, lush forests, deserts, and volcanic mountains
- Explore the second largest of the Canary Islands on exhilarating rides that vary from sea level to 6,300 ft. altitude
- Stays at charming hotels and enchanting country inns
- Don’t miss any extra days of work on a week-long tour
2024
Start Location
Santa BrigidaFly Into
Madrid and arrange for connecting flights to Las PalmasEnd Location
Playa de MogánFly Out Of
Las PalmasSanta Brigida warm-up ride to Pico de Bandama
Average Mileage
15 milesElevation Gain
1,706 ft.Riding Terrain
Short descent and some easy climbs, another descentAccommodations
Hotel Escuela
The Hotel Escuela Santa Brígida is a completely refurbished building with over a century’s history, set in the residential area near Las Palmas. It’s a 4-star hotel that features a restaurant with a culinary school.
Teror and Vega San Mateo loop
Average Mileage
32/48 milesElevation Gain
3,953/5,816 ft.Riding Terrain
Gradual climb to Teror then more climbing followed by a long downhill back to the hotelAccommodations
Hotel Escuela
The Hotel Escuela Santa Brígida is a completely refurbished building with over a century’s history, set in the residential area near Las Palmas. It’s a 4-star hotel that features a restaurant with a culinary school.
Santa Brigida to Cruz de Tejeda
Average Mileage
15/25 milesElevation Gain
843/1,671 ft.Riding Terrain
One long and steady climbAccommodations
Hotel Parador – Cruz de Tejeda
The Parador is near the village at the center of Gran Canaria, at 5,118 feet above sea level. This pristine zone overlooks gullies and cliffs leading down into the sea.
Pico de Las Nieves
Average Mileage
25 milesElevation Gain
1837 ftRiding Terrain
One long climb with gorgeous views and descent.Accommodations
Hotel Parador – Cruz de Tejeda
The Parador is near the village at the center of Gran Canaria, at 5,118 feet above sea level. This pristine zone overlooks gullies and cliffs leading down into the sea.
Cruz de Tejeda to Playa de Mogán
Average Mileage
44/54 milesElevation Gain
5,531 ft./6,745 ft.Accommodations
Hotel Cordial
The Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa is a large complex set on tropical grounds, and features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a spa and rooms with balconies. The resort covers an area of 12 acres and has a sub-tropical garden very close to the center of the town.
Soria waterfall and the coast
Average Mileage
42/48 milesElevation Gain
4,767/5,370 ft.Riding Terrain
Gentle climb with final hairpin turns to the top and descent to Soria; great descent and final up and down coastal rideAccommodations
Hotel Cordial
The Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa is a large complex set on tropical grounds, and features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a spa and rooms with balconies. The resort covers an area of 12 acres and has a sub-tropical garden very close to the center of the town.
