Vuelta a España K/QOM Challenge

Vuelta a España K/QOM Challenge

The Opening Stages of La Vuelta in Barcelona and Andorra.

LIVE race-viewing of the opening stages in Barcelona and the Queen Mountain Stage in Andorra. Ride Girona and the epic climbs in the  Andorran mountains made famous by som nay legendary Tour de France and Vuelta a España stages.

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Next Departure

August 24th 2023

From

USD $4,995

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Non-Rider Friendly

Yes

Rental Bike

From USD $500

Ride Program

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Overview

Our Vuelta a España K/QOM Challenge provides a fantastic mix of LIVE race-viewing and challenging rides on the legendary routes and climbs of Catalonia and Andorra.

Witness the Team Presentation and the 4 Opening stages of La Vuelta including the Team Time Trial in Barcelona and the summit finish in Arinsal-Andorra. Challenge yourself on the region’s legendary climbs, from Els Angels in Girona to the classic climb to the Montserrat monastery just outside Barcelona.

From Barcelona you’ll head north to the Pyrenees mountains and the principality of Andorra where you’ll ride the final 35km of the Andorran Queen Stage of La Vuelta, over the Coll de Beixalis, the Coll d’Ordino and the final climb that leads to the summit finish in Arinsal-Andorra.  Close out the trip with an epic ride over the Port de Cabus and the climb to Arcalis which has featured in so many epic Tour de France stages.

No-one does La Vuelta like Thomson!


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Wonderful focus on the ride above all else and the other aspects being very well prepared as well.

Lawrence Pemble, USA — 2016

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Amazing trip! Spectacular challenging routes. Wonderful experience of the Vuelta. Exceptional ride staff. Excellent accommodations. Good food. Well-organized. I am a better cyclist from the ...

Richard Lowinger, USA — 2016

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As usual, Thomson has delivered an amazing bike trip experience. Loved the rides, the food and the wine. The best part of this and any ...

William Lloyd LaRone, Canada — 2017

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Itinerary

Day Description Distance Elevation Hotel
01 Bienvenidos a Barcelona Gran Hotel La Florida Barcelona
02 Girona & the Team Presentation Gran Hotel La Florida Barcelona
03 LIVE Race-Viewing: The Opening Team Time Trial in Barcelona Gran Hotel La Florida Barcelona
04 LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village in Mataró Hotel Montané Arinsal
05 LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Tribune at the Summit Finish in Arinsal-Andorra Hotel Montané Arinsal
06 LIVE Race-Viewing: VIP Departure Village in Andorra La Vella - OR - Classic Ride in Andorra Hotel Montané Arinsal
07 Adios & hasta pronto!
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Day 1

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Bienvenidos a Barcelona

Our trip to the Opening Stages of La Vuelta starts in Barcelona, where our staff will meet you at Barcelona International Airport. From the airport we have a short transfer to our hotel in the hills above Barcelona with fabulous views of the famous city. After checking into the hotel we’ll have our Orientation Meeting followed by lunch, then our mechanics will be on hand to help you get the bikes ready for the first ride.

Our warm-up ride takes us high into the hills above Barcelona where serene roads and the spectacular Catalan landscapes set the scene for the week to come!

Day 2

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Girona & the Team Presentation

This race viewing trip will go beyond the slogan “come to watch the pros”. We’ll take you to their backyards and daily rides, and no doubt, Girona is a mandatory experience for this purpose. Girona and the surrounding area first attracted the international cycling community to Spain, back in the days of Lance Armstrong. Climbs like Els Angels or the coastal road from Sant Feliu to Tossa de Mar were soon to become household names in the world of cycling, and today is your chance to ride these legendary cycling routes.

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LIVE Race-Viewing: The Opening Team Time Trial in Barcelona

Montserrat, known as the Magic Mountain, is an incredibly unique mountain range halfway between Barcelona and the Pyrenees. A medieval monastery is situated high inside the walls of rock which form this magnificent sierra, visited by pilgrims and local cycling clubs throughout the year. On the ride today you’ll climb this Magic Mountain, past the famous monastery, before heading back to the Olympic village in Barcelona to witness the opening stage of the 2023 Vuelta.

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Team Presentation


Stage 1

Barcelona > Barcelona


Stage 2

Mataró > Barcelona


Stage 3

Súria > Andorra Arinsal


Stage 4

Andorra la Vella > Tarragona


Stage 5

Morella > Burriana


Vuelta a España

Climbs

Category Climb Day Difficulty Length Ele. Gain Av. Grade
2 Els Angels (from Girona) 02 38 4.4%
2 Coll de Obac (from Castellbell) 03 46 4.7%
1 Montserrat (from Monistrol) 03 72 7%
2 Collada de Beixalis (from Anyos) 05 66 7.2%
2 Coll Ordino (from Canillo) 05 55 5.9%
1 Arinsal (from La Massana) 05 79 7.3%
HC Port de Cabus (from Erts) 06 84 6.2%
1 Arcalis (from Ordino) 06 70 5.2%
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Dates & Prices

Date Booking Status Availability Price / Per Person Single Supplement Non-rider Discount
2023
Aug 24 - Aug 30
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USD $4,995
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    Trip Hotels

    Gran Hotel La Florida Barcelona

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    Hotel Montané Arinsal

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    What's Included

    What's Included What's Not Included
      La Vuelta a España LIVE Race Viewing arrow
    • Team Presentation
    • Stage 1: access to the VIP Tribune at the Finish in Barcelona
    • Stage 2: access to the VIP Departure Village in Mataró
    • Stage 3: access to the VIP Tribune at the Finish in Arinsal-Andora
    • Stage 4: access to the VIP Departure Village in Andora La Vella
    • Accommodations & Meals arrow
    • 7 days / 6 nights fully accompanied trip
    • All accommodations
    • All breakfasts
    • All dinners
    • 3 x lunches
    • Transportation arrow
    • Pick up and Drop off at Barcelona Airport
    • All transportation during the trip
    • All luggage & bike box transfers
    • Cycling Support arrow
    • 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.)
    • Overall Staff to Guest ratio: 1 to 3
    • Experienced bike mechanic
    • Park Tools Toolkit
    • Daily ride gpx files provided
    • Nutrition during the rides arrow
    • Energy bars, gels and sports drink
    • Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches
    • Bottled water
    • Post-ride recovery food
    • Airfare
    • Travel and personal insurance
    • Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities
    • Staff gratuities
    What's Included
      La Vuelta a España LIVE Race Viewing arrow
    • Team Presentation
    • Stage 1: access to the VIP Tribune at the Finish in Barcelona
    • Stage 2: access to the VIP Departure Village in Mataró
    • Stage 3: access to the VIP Tribune at the Finish in Arinsal-Andora
    • Stage 4: access to the VIP Departure Village in Andora La Vella
    • Accommodations & Meals arrow
    • 7 days / 6 nights fully accompanied trip
    • All accommodations
    • All breakfasts
    • All dinners
    • 3 x lunches
    • Transportation arrow
    • Pick up and Drop off at Barcelona Airport
    • All transportation during the trip
    • All luggage & bike box transfers
    • Cycling Support arrow
    • 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.)
    • Overall Staff to Guest ratio: 1 to 3
    • Experienced bike mechanic
    • Park Tools Toolkit
    • Daily ride gpx files provided
    • Nutrition during the rides arrow
    • Energy bars, gels and sports drink
    • Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches
    • Bottled water
    • Post-ride recovery food
    What's Not Included
    • Airfare
    • Travel and personal insurance
    • Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities
    • Staff gratuities

    Travel details - airport departures

    Pick-up/Drop-off Info

    Arrival

    Pickup Location Time

    Barcelona El Prat Airport

    10:00am

    OR

    Barcelona Airport Hotel

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    10:00am

    Departure

    Drop Off Location Time

    Barcelona El Prat Airport

    11:00am


    Rental Bikes

    Felt FR Advanced

    Road Bike

    USD $500

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    3T Exploro Boost e-bike

    Electric Road/Gravel Bike

    USD $750

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    Vuelta a España K/QOM Challenge

    A fantastic mix of LIVE race-viewing and challenging rides on the legendary routes in Barcelona, Girona and Andorra


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