Basque Country
Experience a culture so proud that it still maintains its own language which dates back over 7000 years.
If you’ve been looking for a trip to Europe, with a culture unlike anything you’ve experienced before, than this is the cycling trip for you.
Join Jemison Cycling on this tour of the Basque country in Spain and France!
Imagine riding from France to Spain through areas inhabited since the Stone Age.
From the Bay of Biscay, we’ll ride inland over lush, green hills and unforgettable landscapes dotted with immaculate Basque homes built centuries ago. We’ll arrive, by bike, to the medieval village of St. Jean-de-Port, the famous village and starting point on the Camino de Santiago path.
This cycling trip offers world-class cycling in a region responsible for producing one of the world’s most tenacious pros, 5-time Tour de France winner, Miguel Indurain.
The trip starts in Biarritz, past and present home to French royalty as well as a world famous surfing mecca. We spend a couple nights in St. Jean Pied de Port, a primary stop on the Camino de Santiago.
Then, we finish the trip in the dynamic city of San Sebastian, full of shopping, museums, walks on the beach and more. San Sebastian is a cosmopolitan and dynamic city of youth, culture and some of the best tapas restaurants in Spain.
We’ll savor the excellent wines of Spain, and dine in traditional Basque style, enjoying stews and casseroles that will take you back to your childhood.
When we arrive to San Sebastian, we’ll dive into the labrynith of streets, filled with cafes of “pinchos,” also known as tapas.
If you enjoy wine, the flavors of this area will surprise you and we’re confident that, when you return home, you’ll be impressing your friends with your knowledge of Muga, Ribera del Duero and Vega Sicilia.
Biarritz: We start our trip in a modern business hotel that is a short walk from the beaches and everything central in Biarritz.
San Jean Pied-du-Port -Les Pyrenees: This 4-star, Relais et Chateaux hotel in the heart of St. Jean Pied de Port, offers everything that you need. The rooms are quiet and private, the pool is refreshing, shops and cafes are just one step from the hotel.
Donosita aka San Sebastian: Boutique and/or 4-star hotel offers luxury, while creating a warm atmosphere and have served Jemison Cycling Tours guests well.
*we reserve the right to change hotels due to circumstances such as availability.
DATES for 2022
Starting in 2023 Jemison Cycling Tours will be focusing on small private groups. If you are a leader and have a few friends or family then we want to work with you. These small private groups can be guided or self-guided. Self guided trips are great and Jemison Cycling Tours can offer the expertise, the routes and the luggage transfer. You will have the choice of riding with a guide or following a route on a GPS device.
**choose your dates with 4 or more guests**
WHAT LEVEL RIDER DO I NEED TO BE
This is an excellent trip for those that love to climb hills (small mountains) of 5-15km, while enjoying unparalleled scenery. We average 40-60 miles per day and have guides on the bike, for every speed. Let go of your thoughts and enjoy the miles.
IS THIS A GOOD TRIP FOR A NON-RIDER?
If your companion rides only a small amount we offer shorter rides. This is a great trip for non-cyclists, with curiosity and a sense of adventure.
We understand our guests are well-traveled, and are looking for new experiences.
Our guides are experienced in various cultures and professionals both on and off the bike so you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
Attention to detail and seamless flow are important to us, and will give you a cycling vacation to remember for a lifetime.
European Knowledge – Jemison Cycling is owned & operated by a former Professional cyclist who raced over 900 days throughout Europe
All transfers
Van Support & Luggage Transfers
Ride Food – Drink Mix
One Guide per 4 Guests
All Accommodations
Snacks on the Fly
All Breakfasts
Most Dinners
Airfare
Lunches
Bicycles (Rental Bikes available)
Personal incidentals & Guide Gratuities (our guides work hard for tips)
*Travel Insurance strongly suggested (www.TravelGuard.com)