Asturias Cider Trail
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Ride through the Asturias region in far northern Spain famous for its apples, cider and regional food. Winding through Picos de Europa National Park, this 8 day/7-night trail brings together the best mountain scenery, beaches and food.
Explore the Cordillera Cantabrica which, unlike many other parts of Spain, retain their snowy peaks throughout the year and offer spectacular scenic views. The horses are sure-footed and trustworthy and you'll travel to areas inaccessible by vehicle. Forests, rivers and natural lakes all contribute to Austurias' natural beauty making it a haven for horse-riding. Finish on the shores of the Atlantic and enjoy canters along the sandy beaches of this costa verde, or green coast. Accommodation is provided by small hotels and guesthouses along the route.
As well as riding this holiday includes a visit to see how local Spanish cider is produced (complete with tasting!) and a 9th century monastery. You'll finish the trail with a day in Oviedo, the characterful and historic capital of the Asturias. This is the ideal destination for intermediate riders who want to explore the high mountain ranges as well as enjoy beach riding and gourmet culture in this hidden corner of Spain, untainted by mass tourism.
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Day 1
You'll be picked up from either Oviedo (1.5 hour transfer) or Bilbao (3 hour transfer) Airport and will transfer to Cangas de Onis, a village that from eight century stood Christianity in times of Moorish invasion on the Iberian peninsula. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Los Lagos Nature or similar hotel.
Day 2
Viego - Soto de Sajambre (7,5h ride)
Today we start early as it is our longest day of all. Transfer from picturesque Cangas de Onis to Viego where we will meet the horses and start our trail. In the morning we will ride 20 km starting from the 730m above the sea level and will climb through beautiful forest to our picnic lunch at open meadow reaching 1500m after 3h ride. After lunch and rest, we will ride another 4h ride, 19 km and descend to 920m to the picturesque village of Soto de Sajambre, the heart of the Picos de Europa Park where we stay for the night. Dinner and overnight at the Les Bedules or similar.
Day 3
Soto de Sajambre - Posada de Valdeon (7,5 h ride)
Today we will ride 4h in the morning, through the limestone mountains of the Cantabrian Massif and through the beech and oak forest we will climb to 1763m. We will have to lead horses down the steep path for about 300m and then ride down to Panderuedas for lunch. After lunch we will ride 3,5h through green and quiet forest on descent to the village of Posada de Valdeon (960m) where we will stay for the night. It is advisable to wear trekking boots today. Dinner and overnight at the Casa Begońa or similar.
Day 4
Posada de Valdeon - Espinama (6h ride)
In the morning we only ride11km of comfortable and picturesque ascent to Pandetrave mountain pass. That will be 2,5 hours, setting off from the height of 926m we will stop on the alpine meadow to have a lovely hot picnic lunch. After lunch, we will ride 3h, 15 km of most scenic route leading over the villages and forests to the village of Espinama (1000m), where we will stay for the night. Dinner and overnight at the Hostal Remoña or similar.
Day 5
Espinama - Sotres (3,5h ride)
Today, before the ride we will visit nearby beautiful village of Potes where you can find unique souvenirs and admire local stone/wood architecture. After the lunch we will ride 14 km through the glacial scenery right on top of the central moraine, formed by the forces of two glaciers pressing against each other in the late Pleistocene. We will leave from a height of 900m to reach 1668m and down to 1030m where village of Sotres is located. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Peña Castil or similar.
Day 6
Sotres - Tielve (3h ride)
Let's say goodbye to the mountains and the National Park Picos de Europa, with a short 9km ride to the village of Tielve where the horses will be loaded to the truck and we will take 50 minutes’ drive to Póo de Llanes where you can enjoy the beach and let the horses have a little rest before the beach canters. If we are lucky we may witness very special natural spectacle on the edge of ocean and land. Bufones - natural water fountains reminiscent of geysers throw water up in the air at the high tide and unsteady ocean. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Villa Miramar or similar.
Day 7
Póo - playa de Llanes (3,5h ride)
Today we will spend our time on relaxed wandering at the Atlantic coastal paths, passing through villages and visiting small picturesque beaches. After 3,5h ride we bid farewell to horses at San Antolin beach and visit so called "Llagar" a place where delicious cider is produced. After trying different kinds of cider, we will drive half an hour to Oviedo, the capital of Asturias to visit the UNESCO monuments and taste the night life. Dinner and overnight in Oviedo, in the Hotel Astures or similar.
Day 8
Farewell and transfer to either Oviedo/ Bilbao airport.
After breakfast, you'll be transferred back to the airport of your choice. If flying back from Oviedo or Bilbao please book flights after 1pm.
There is a minimum number of 4 riders for this trail, although it will still operate for 2-3 riders for a small group supplement, payable per person. Should more riders join the trail then the small group supplement will be refunded.
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