Highlights
Average climate in Santander, Spain (past 12 months)
| Data | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Temp (°C) | 12.7 | 15.5 | 15.4 | 18.6 | 19 | 24.6 | 23.6 | 25.6 | 22.7 | 21.3 | 17 | 14.1 |
| Min Temp (°C) | 6.3 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 10.5 | 11.3 | 16.4 | 17 | 17.8 | 14.2 | 12.5 | 10.6 | 8.1 |
| Rain (mm) | 180.5 | 147.8 | 140.6 | 92.5 | 97.3 | 51.2 | 65.6 | 52.4 | 63.2 | 60.5 | 161.5 | 118.6 |
Day by day
Day 1: Transfer to Santillana
Accomodation: Posada La Casa del Organista
Welcome to your bike tour of Cantabria and Asturias!
Day 2: Santillana – San Vicente de la Barquera
Route: 36 km/22 miles Elevation: +637 m/+2,089 ft
Accomodation: Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Meals included: Breakfast
Leaving Santillana, our route heads west through lush green meadows and the rolling hills and valleys of Cantabria, with its stunning coastline and inviting beaches nearby.
Day 3: Free Day in San Vicente de la Barquera
Route: 39 km/24 miles Elevation: +719/+2359 ft
Accomodation: Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Meals included: Breakfast
Spend time getting to know this quaint fishing village, famous for its abundance of seafood restaurants.
Day 4: San Vicente de la Barquera – Llanes
Route: 47 km/29 miles Elevation: +802 m/+2,632 ft
Accomodation: Hotel Don Paco
Meals included: Breakfast
Leaving San Vicente, the route heads west along the coast.
Day 5: Free day in Llanes
Route: many options
Accomodation: Hotel Don Paco
Meals included: Breakfast
The options are endless today: one ideal choice is to cycle westwards and visit a series of stunning beaches, including the remarkable landlocked beach of Gulpiyuri.
Day 6: Llanes – Miera Valley Descent – Somo
Route: 43.1 km/26.8 mi Elevation: +381 m/+1,249 ft
Accomodation: Hotel Torres de Somo
Meals included: Breakfast
After a hearty breakfast, we transfer you to the Cantabrian Mountains so you can enjoy the descent through the Miera Valley to your next stop in Somo.
Day 7: Free day in Somo
Route: many options
Accomodation: Hotel Torres de Somo
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy Somo’s magnificent surfer beach, with its miles of golden sand.
Day 8: Transfer from Somo – Departure point
Meals included: Breakfast
After your final breakfast, your bike tour of Cantabria and Asturias comes to an end. You will be picked up from your hotel in Somo and transferred back to Bilbao or Santander.
Accommodation
Posada La Casa del Organista
The Posada "Casa del Organista" is an eighteenth century country house, which has been carefully restored as a charming hotel. Santillana del Mar is one of the oldest villages in this region. The first building was the Colegiata, built in the XI century and one of the most important examples of Romanesque architecture in Spain. Most of the houses were built between the XIV and the XVIII centuries, all in stone, forming narrow streets that create a magical atmosphere especially at night time with their subdued lighting.
Hotel Faro de San Vicente
Faro de San Vicente Hotel is perched near the dramatic cliffs of San Vicente de la Barquera, offering breathtaking views of the Cantabrian Sea. Its charming rooms blend modern comfort with coastal charm, creating a relaxing retreat for travelers. Just steps away, visitors can explore pristine beaches, historic architecture, and scenic walking trails along the rugged coastline. The surrounding area is perfect for enjoying fresh seafood, local culture, and unforgettable sunsets over the Atlantic horizon.
Hotel Don Paco
Don Paco Hotel in Llanes offers comfortable, modern accommodations just minutes from the town’s beaches and historic center. Its Convent Dining Room serves traditional Asturian cuisine in a warm, elegant setting, making every meal a memorable experience.
Hotel Torres de Somo
Functionality and modernity combine perfectly with the architecture and the style of Torres de Somo hotel, which reminds us of the splendour of the past.
Photos
Guest Reviews
★★★★★
All the Bike Spain Tour staff were excellent. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble to sort out. Every interaction was punctual, helpful and friendly. I had a technical problem with my bike, which was sorted out very quickly in Llanes. We got a good flavour of the area from everyone – which everyone was clearly proud of! It’s difficult to pin down the best bits because there were so many: the scenery, the people, the food, the culture (from architecture to festivals), the service, these were all fantastic and there’s no doubt we’ll be back to this part of the world again. Thank you!
★★★★★
Very pleased with quality! Before this trip I had never traveled outside the continental USA so it was a pleasant adventure. I found the price to be very good with no hidden surprises. And, I have also read that tourism in certain parts of Spain has grown to the point where it is causing resentment (understandably) from residents but that was not case at all on this trip. Your staff was friendly and helpful at all times!
★★★★★
It’s difficult to pick a favorite experience from the trip. The cobblestones and medieval architecture in Santillana, all of the cows / horses / and sheep roadside while cycling, the stunning mountain views with vibrant greenery, the breathtaking ocean views, the oceanside paseo in Llanes, and the amazing food we had everywhere are just some of the experiences that jump into my mind as I think back on the trip and struggle to pick a favorite memory.
Inclusions
Included
- ✅ Accommodation in double room with continental breakfast.
- ✅ Transport to and from arrival / departure points
- ✅ Information Pack with Route Guide and maps
- ✅ Luggage transport to the next hotel
- ✅ Partial rider transport on day four
Not included
- ❌ Lunch & dinner
- ❌ Bicycle hire
- ❌ Day trips on free days
- ❌ Other services
Optional
- ✳️ Bike Rental (See Below)
- ✳️ Extra nights (ask for options and prices)
- ✳️ Travel insurance* 60.00€
- ✳️ For groups of 4, or more, the tour can start any day. For smaller groups, the standard start day is SATURDAY. For groups of 3 people there is a 70€ per person fee, for 2 people there is a 105€ per person fee and for a solo traveler there is a 210€ fee for a non-standard start date
Bikes
Cant-Astur e-bike
From: 250,00€
Cant-Astur Road bike
From: 220,00€
Cant-Astur Touring bike
From: 160,00€
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