Vuelta a España • Luxury • Spain • Europe

The third of the “Grand Tours,” the Vuelta a España has long tested the strength and endurance of cycling’s premiere athletes. Experience the drama and fanfare of this Spanish tour as riders face arduous climbs, spectacular descents, and blazing sprint finishes. Trek Travel puts you right in the action on the epic Angliru and other key mountain stages with prime viewing locations and the opportunity to bike much of the Vuelta race route. During the race, you’ll also get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Team Astana, meeting the riders and director, touring the team bus, and talking about race gear with world-class mechanics. In the News Trek Travel teams up with Pro Tour Team Astana Start & End Santander Oviedo 2008 Sep 10 Trip Length 7 Days | 6 Nights Activity Level Avid Daily Rides Options from 40 – 50 miles Beyond Biking Team Astana Access, Ride Pro Race Course, Historical Site Visit, Cultural Tour Price (USD) $4,395 per person $1,050 single occupancy supplement

Map & Itinerary

Days 1 – 3 | Santillana del Mar Stay at Hotel Casona Los Caballeros Cycle the beautiful Cantabria region of Spain | See an exciting sprint finish in the coastal town of Suances | Meet riders and a team director from Team Astana | Tour the Astana team bus | Chat with team mechanics and get a sneak-peak at the team’s race equipment | Relax in comfortable 4-star accommodations | Dine in the enchanting medieval town of Santillana del Mar Days 4 – 6 | Mieres Stay at Palacio Figaredo Climb the Alto de l’Angliru, one of the most challenging ascents in cycling | Witness two mountaintop finishes on the epic Angliru and at the ski resort of Fuentes de Invierno | Ride on race route and climb the same mountains as the pros | Collect autographs and close-up photos at the stage start in Cudillero | Dine with a Team Astana representative and discuss race strategy | Admire the lush Asturian countryside from the idyllic setting of the hotel’s 18th century buildings

Accommodations Hotel Casona Palacio Los Caballeros | Santillana del Mar The Hotel Casona Palacio Los Caballeros is located on the outskirts of the medieval town of Santillana del Mar. Set amongst natural surroundings, this 17th century building has been recently converted into a charming 4-star hotel. Palacio Figaredo | Mieres Remodeled by two local architects, this 4-star hotel wonderfully blends modern design and comfort with the history and grandeur of 17th century construction. Conveniently located nearby the city of Oviedo, the hotel is well situated in the foothills of some of the best climbs in the Asturias.

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