Gran Canaria
Cycling Camp
Gran Canaria Cycling Camp
Sublime rides and perfect weather: Gran Canaria should be on the bucket-list of every cyclist
Gran Canaria has it all: big mountains, endless sunshine, perfect temperatures and wonderful 4-star hotels to rest and recharge at the end of the day. Little wonder that so many pro riders spend the early winter months training here.
Featured Climbs
Valley of the Tears, Pico de las Nieves, Cruz San Antonio
Overview
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Next Departure
February 17th 2024
From
USD $3,395
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
Yes
Rental Bike
USD $550
Ride Program
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Overview
Trust Thomson to deliver a camp that goes above and beyond. This cycling paradise, just a short flight from Barcelona or Madrid, reaches 2,000m (6,500ft) in elevation and the island’s big climbs are up there with the hardest climbs in the Alps and Dolomites.
Join our expert ride leaders for a week of intensive riding that includes all the iconic climbs on the island including Valley of the Tears, Cruz San Antonio and Pico de las Nieves.
The perfect temperatures and constant sunshine guarantee you’ll return home with fantastic fitness and a killer cycling tan.
Keith Taylor, UK — 2017
Ryan Mahaffey, Canada — 2016
Dave Taylor, Canada — 2019
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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| 01 | Welcome to Gran Canaria! | Hotel Occidental Roca Negra | |||
| 02 | The Coast & La Ruta de las Presas | Hotel Occidental Roca Negra | |||
| 03 | The Infamous Valley of the Tears | Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa | |||
| 04 | Ayacata & Fataga | Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa | |||
| 05 | Tauropass | Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa | |||
| 06 | Cruz de Tejeda | Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa | |||
| 07 | Pico de las Nieves | Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa | |||
| 08 | Adios! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Welcome to Gran Canaria!
Your Cycling Camp starts at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Airport where our staff will meet you before the short transfer to your hotel in Agaete.
After lunch, orientation meeting and bike build-up, you’ll head out for your first ride in Gran Canaria, up the magnificent climb to El Sao.
Day 2
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The Coast & La Ruta de las Presas
A beautiful ride today with a mix of coastal cliff scenery and high mountains on the Ruta de las Presas.
From Agaete you’ll head south-west for 30km (19 miles) through the Tamadaba Natural Park along a spectacular road that clings to the cliffs, high above the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll want to stop at every corner for another photo – the views are that stunning! La Aldea signals the end of the coastal road and the beginning of the long climb to the central part of the island. The top lies 26km (16 miles) ahead at an altitude of 1,100m (3,600ft) – through some of the most incredible scenery on the island. From the top enjoy 20km (12 miles) of rolling terrain through forests and green fields before the long descent back to the hotel.
Day 3
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The Infamous Valley of the Tears
This is one of the most remarkable and challenging days you will ever spend on a bike. The Valley of the Tears route is one of the hardest rides on the island. This is epic Thomson terrain!
From the hotel in Agaete you’ll head inland to Fagajesto where you’ll join yesterday’s ride (in the opposite direction). At the Paralillo Reservoir a sharp left turn signals the start of the Valley of the Tears climb with initial ramps of over 15%. 10km (6 miles) of hurt lie ahead – but the views are amazing!
Just over the top of the climb you’ll be rewarded with a well deserved lunch stop in the cycling cafe in Ayacata – then a 35km (22 miles) descent to your next hotel in Puerto de Mogan.
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Map & Profile
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El Sao from Agaete |
6.1% | 2 | ||
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Presa del Paralillo from La Aldea de San Nicolas |
5.4% | 2 | ||
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Pinos de Galdar from Presa del Paralillo |
5.4% | HC | ||
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Caideros from Cueva de las Cruces |
5.8% | 1 | ||
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Valley of the Tears from Presa del Paralillo |
9.4% | HC | ||
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Cruz San Antonio from Pie de la Cuesta |
6.9% | 1 | ||
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Ayacata from Cruz San Antonio |
3.8% | 2 | ||
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Degollada de las Yeguas from Camel Park |
4.1% | 3 | ||
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Tauropass from Lomo Galeon |
4.5% | HC | ||
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Degollada de La Aldea from Pie de la Cuesta |
4.2% | 2 | ||
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Degollada de La Aldea from La Aldea & Hoyo |
7.5% | 2 | ||
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Cruz San Antonio from Pie de la Cuesta |
6.9% | 1 | ||
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Ayacata from Cruz San Antonio |
3.8% | 2 | ||
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Cruz de Tejeda from Tejeda |
5.9% | 2 | ||
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Llanos de la Pez from Cruz de Tejeda |
5.6% | 3 | ||
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Alto de Fataga from San Fernando |
5.1% | 1 | ||
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Pico de las Nieves from Ingenio |
7.2% | HC | ||
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| No major climbs today | |||||
Climbs
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Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | |||||||
Feb 17 - 24 |
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Places Available |
USD $3,395
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USD $750 |
USD $970 |
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Mar 16 - 23 |
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USD $3,395
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USD $750 |
USD $970 |
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Nov 2 - 9 |
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USD $3,395
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USD $750 |
USD $970 |
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Trip Hotels
Hotel Occidental Roca Negra
Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa
What's Included
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Airport |
11:30am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Airport |
8:00am |
Rental Bikes
Felt FR Advanced
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Frame
Felt FR Advanced
Groupset
2023 SRAM Force AXS 12-speed
Weight
7.7kg (size 53)
Wheels
Reynolds AR46 DB Custom
Chainrings
48x35
Cassette
10-33
Sizes
47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
USD $550
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Gran Canaria Cycling Camp
A definite bucket-list destination for every avid cyclist
