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6 Day Women's Cycling, Yoga, Hiking, and Wellness Retreat in The Basque Country, Spain
Hotel Antsotegi, Lugar Barrio Altzaa 15A, Etxebarria, Lea-Artibai, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain
Women's Cycling and Wellness Retreat Spain
Just for women! Treat yourself to an unforgettable week of cycling, yoga, hiking, and wellness. Immerse yourself in the local Basque culture.
Key information
- Trip type: Guided
- Lodging: Center-based
- Starts in: Biscay
- Ends in: Biscay
- Type of bike: Orbea mountain bike (not included)
- E-bike: Available to rent
- 6 - 12 participants
Meet the instructors
Virginia & Mercedes
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Highlights
- 5 days of activities
- Bike rides to iconic areas
- Hikes to explore various landscapes
- Yoga, Gyrokinesis, and massage classes
- Excursions to Gernika town and Txakoli winery
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Skill level
- Beginner
5 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: French, Spanish
Group size: 5-12 participants
Airport transfer included:
Bilbao Airport
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Restaurant
Hotel Antsotegi is located in a valley near the town of Eixebarria. The Antsotegi is a charming, rural hotel made up of 15 rooms in what was once a medieval forge. Located amid the mountains, overlooking the Basque coast, this spectacular location provides the perfect venue for the retreat experience. You need only unpack once and then venture into the Basque country for days filled with outdoor adventure and soothing restorative experiences. Each evening, you will gather at the hotel restaurant, known for its homemade native and traditional cuisine and fine wines.
Program
Cycle the coast of the beautiful Bay of Biscay, experiencing traditional fishing villages and their centuries-old way of life. Hike in the Oma forest, painted by local artist Agustín Ibarrola. Experience the spectacular beaches, impressive cliffs, and gorgeous promenades of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. Discover Gyrokinesis (a movement method that opens energy pathways, creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences).
Stop in Gernika, famous for the bombing the town suffered during the Spanish Civil War which Picasso immortalized in his famous painting. Meet a very unique female local fashion designer. Dive into Basque gastronomy at Baserri Maitea restaurant. Relax each evening in the company of your guide and fellow travelers in the unique surroundings of a premium rural hotel, Antsotegi.
Daily itinerary
Day 1
Upon arriving at Hotel Antsotegi, you will settle in and enjoy a delicious lunch at the hotel restaurant. In the afternoon, you will take a short hike to Markina, approximately one hour, to begin exploring the beautiful local area. Later, you will set up your bikes and go for a short warm-up ride to prepare for the cycling adventures of the coming days.
- Included meals: Lunch and dinner
- Bike setup and short warm-up tour
- Short hiking to Markina (one hour)
Day 2
You will start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a revitalizing Flow Yoga session. Afterward, you will have the option to meet a local female fashion designer. You will embark on a bike ride to the picturesque port of Lekeitio, where you will have lunch. In the evening, you will return to Hotel Antsotegi for a delicious dinner.
- Included meals: Breakfast, lunch (Lekeitio port), and dinner (hotel)
Day 3
After breakfast, you will have a session on bio-individuality and nutrition to learn how to better care for your health. Today, you will take a bike tour to the Berroja winery, where you will enjoy lunch and a visit to this txakoli winery to learn more about this traditional Basque beverage. In the evening, you will return to Hotel Antsotegi for dinner.
- Included meals: Breakfast, lunch (Berroja winery), and dinner (Antsotegi)
Day 4
You will start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a Gyrokinesis session to strengthen and stretch your body. Next, you will embark on a bike tour to Gernika, where you will explore this historic city. In the afternoon, you will take a hike through the famous Oma forest, enjoying its natural beauty and the artistic tree paintings. You will end the day with dinner at Hotel Antsotegi, where you can relax and share your experiences of the day.
- Included meals: Breakfast, lunch (Baserri Maitea), and dinner (Antsotegi)
Day 5
Today, you will cycle towards the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, a natural gem of the Basque Country. You will have lunch at La Kanala Beach, and upon returning to the hotel, you will relax with a professional massage and Yin Yoga and Nidra Yoga sessions. In the evening, you will enjoy a farewell dinner at Hotel Antsotegi, celebrating the wonderful experiences we have had.
- Included meals: Breakfast, lunch (La Kanala Beach), and dinner (Antsotegi)
Day 6
On your last day, you will have breakfast at Hotel Antsotegi and prepare for departure. You will say goodbye with unforgettable memories of this cycling and wellness experience in the beautiful Basque Country.
Bike rental
1. Orbea Orca M10I OMX
This bicycle can deal with the toughest mountains, the steepest descents, the tightest curves, and the fastest sprints. The hydraulic disc brakes have great breaking power and control regardless of the type of road and the weather conditions. It is designed to be the lightest and fastest in its category.
2. BH Core GravelX Carbon 2.6
So lightweight, that you will not believe that it is an e-bike. Its frame is made of carbon, with the technology used in the frames of BH’s high-end road bike range. This bike has significant autonomy (165 kilometers and up to 220 kilometers) thanks to a combination of low motor consumption and a 540Wh battery. The core display is fully integrated into the stem and it features a button that allows you to increase or reduce the assistance level, through an LED color system.
Note: Other bike rental alternatives are available upon demand.
Support van
Mercedes V220d
A premium support van is available to provide technical assistance, refreshments, and transportation for any part of the route that you do not want to cycle through.
Instructors
Virginia Berasategui
Virginia Berasategui was born in Bilbao and has devoted most of her life to sports and physical activity. For more than 20 years, she has worked as a professional triathlete, achieving most of her sports dreams. In this project, she tries to convey her passion and share her knowledge of so many kilometers of cycling on the roads of Bilbao and its surrounding area. Her goal is to make your cycling tour a lifelong memory.
Mercedes Salaverry
Mercedes Salaverry is the story of reinvention, when at age 40, in addition to managing assets and investments through a Family Office for more than 20 years, she decided to become a yoga teacher. Along with her brand Mercedes Flow Yoga, Mercedes teaches yoga, trains future teachers, organizes corporate and private retreats and events as well and offers consulting services worldwide. Passionate about yoga, with established teaching expertise, Mercedes creates a supportive atmosphere to share and inspire others for a more conscious and healthy lifestyle.
Location
Gernika
A town world famous for the bombing suffered during the Spanish Civil War, the famous painting of Pablo Picasso, and a symbol of Basque culture.
The Oma Forest
One of the best-known works by the Basque artist Agustín Ibarrola, is an expression of the artistic movement known as Art and Nature, which emerged in the late 1960s and whose purpose is to transfer artistic work to the natural environment, using the landscape as a framework, support and raw material for the artist.
Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve
The Balcony of Biscay. On the slopes of Mount Oiz, south of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, this viewpoint gives you one of the best panoramic views of the Urdaibai basin. Legend has it that witches used to gather here at nightfall and for this reason, the locals avoided coming here after dark.
Food
You will be served daily breakfast made on the spot at the hotel; five lunches on the road including fresh products, drinks, and healthy snacks; a meal at Ibaserri Maitea restaurant; five dinners at the hotel; and an exclusive visit to a Txakoli winery Bodegas Berroja included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Fruitarian
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
Surfing and other activities not included in the package and not organized by Bizi Cycle Tours are available at additional costs.
Spa treatments
One massage by a professional physiotherapist is included in the price.
What's included
- 4 bike rides to iconic areas
- 2 hikes, including the famous Oma forest
- 2 yoga and 1 Gyrokinesis sessions
- Gernika town visit
- Visit to a Txakoli winery
- 1 massage by a professional physiotherapist
- Optional meet and greet with a local female designer
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily fresh local breakfast at the hotel
- 5 lunches, including a meal at Baserri Maitea restaurant
- 5 dinners at Hotel Antsotegi restaurant
- Transfers to and from the airport in a private van
- Welcome kit including a Bizi Cycle Tours jersey and a water bottle
- Personalized photo album of the tour
- Virginia Berasategui as your local bilingual guide
- 1 support van
What's not included
- Bike rental
- Flights
How to get there
Recommended Airports
BIO
Bilbao Airport
34 km
Transfer included
Airport: Bilbao Airport
Airport transfer included: Bilbao Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 15 days before arrival.
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