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Harley-Davidson Touring in Andalucia, Spain

DATES: Oct 10 – Oct 16, 2015

I took a backpacking trip through Europe when I was 25. My Spanish leg of the two-month adventure is still my favorite to this day. Five days of epic food, drink, culture, architecture, and beauty. But there was one thing missing: a motorcycle. I vowed to return one day and trek through Spain’s beautiful coastline and countryside. After doing some research, I found Edelweiss Bike Travel that offers turnkey two-wheeled adventures on Harley-Davidson cruisers or baggers throughout Europe. After a bit of scrolling, I was immediately intrigued by the “Andalucia on a Harley” excursion offered by Edelweiss, which gives two-wheeled touristas the opportunity to trek through Andalusia, Spain on a Harley-Davidson Bagger!

Recently, Edelweiss Bike Travel teamed up with Harley-Davidson to offer a motorcycle adventure where the only criterion for guests is to simply show up and ride. Edelweiss Bike Travel has 35 years of experience in worldwide motorcycle touring and has created a range of once-in-a-lifetime touring rides for both new and experienced riders. Rainer Buck, CEO at Edelweiss Bike Travel said: “We are extremely excited to be working with such an iconic motorcycle brand as Harley-Davidson. We take great pride in providing the world with the finest choices in motorcycle touring so we look forward to welcoming Harley-Davidson enthusiasts on a number of unforgettable tours in years to come.

This specific Edelweiss excursion includes a breath-taking ride through the beauty of Spain’s autonomous region of Andalucia to discover all of the traditions of Spanish culture: bullfights, golden beaches, flamenco, white villages nestled into a mountainside, cave dwellings, colorful fiestas, religious processions, tapas and sherry bodegas, Sangria, and more, all while riding a proper Harley cruiser.

While the coast is the main attraction for tourists, the Edelweiss Andalucia Tour will spend more time in the mountains, which are the real attraction for two-wheeled enthusiasts. Of course, you will get the chance to see the beautiful Costa del Sol first while familiarizing yourself with your loyal motorized steed for the week. After that you’ll find your way north to Loja, where you’ll get a taste of what the rest of the week will be like as well as the famous Alhambra Palace and Fortress. Or what about the Sierra Nevada mountain range just around the corner? The Sierra Nevada is one of the few areas in the world where you can go skiing in the morning and then take a dip in the ocean in the afternoon.

From Loja, you’ll head toward the central and western regions of Andalucia. Olive orchards and impressive mountain ranges line the way to Ronda, a picturesque little town high up in the Andalucian Mountains, where you’ll spend another two nights.

As the Andalucia tour winds down, the Edelweiss guides will maximize the last day to the fullest extent by shepherding you through some of the best roads Spain has to offer on your way back to Malaga.

The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days for tour start and end. Depending on the country you start in, you may have to leave a day early, subsequently; you will arrive one day later back home. Book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events. And yes, if you’re traveling from outside the European Union, a valid passport is required for flights.

START/FINISH: Malaga

NEAREST AIRPORT: Malaga

DURATION: 7 days vacation, 5 riding days

ROUTE: Total distance: 635 miles (1020 km)

ACCOMMODATIONS: Comfortable middle-class hotels

REST DAYS: Loja, Ronda

HIGHLIGHTS: Malaga, Granada, Alhambra, El Torcal, Garganta del Chorro, Ronda, Pueblos Blancos, Gibraltar, Puertos

7 DAYS VACATION/5 DAYS RIDING

DAY 1
Arrival in Malaga

DAY 2
Malaga – Loja

DAY 3
Loja

DAY 4
Loja – Ronda

DAY 5
Ronda

DAY 6
Ronda – Malaga

DAY 7
Departure from Malaga

For more information about the Andalucia Spain Tour or to make your reservations now, check out EdelweissBike.com

DATES: Oct 10 – Oct 16, 2015

I took a backpacking trip through Europe when I was 25. My Spanish leg of the two-month adventure is still my favorite to this day. Five days of epic food, drink, culture, architecture, and beauty. But there was one thing missing: a motorcycle. I vowed to return one day and trek through Spain’s beautiful coastline and countryside. After doing some research, I found Edelweiss Bike Travel that offers turnkey two-wheeled adventures on Harley-Davidson cruisers or baggers throughout Europe. After a bit of scrolling, I was immediately intrigued by the “Andalucia on a Harley” excursion offered by Edelweiss, which gives two-wheeled touristas the opportunity to trek through Andalusia, Spain on a Harley-Davidson Bagger!

Recently, Edelweiss Bike Travel teamed up with Harley-Davidson to offer a motorcycle adventure where the only criterion for guests is to simply show up and ride. Edelweiss Bike Travel has 35 years of experience in worldwide motorcycle touring and has created a range of once-in-a-lifetime touring rides for both new and experienced riders. Rainer Buck, CEO at Edelweiss Bike Travel said: “We are extremely excited to be working with such an iconic motorcycle brand as Harley-Davidson. We take great pride in providing the world with the finest choices in motorcycle touring so we look forward to welcoming Harley-Davidson enthusiasts on a number of unforgettable tours in years to come.

This specific Edelweiss excursion includes a breath-taking ride through the beauty of Spain’s autonomous region of Andalucia to discover all of the traditions of Spanish culture: bullfights, golden beaches, flamenco, white villages nestled into a mountainside, cave dwellings, colorful fiestas, religious processions, tapas and sherry bodegas, Sangria, and more, all while riding a proper Harley cruiser.

While the coast is the main attraction for tourists, the Edelweiss Andalucia Tour will spend more time in the mountains, which are the real attraction for two-wheeled enthusiasts. Of course, you will get the chance to see the beautiful Costa del Sol first while familiarizing yourself with your loyal motorized steed for the week. After that you’ll find your way north to Loja, where you’ll get a taste of what the rest of the week will be like as well as the famous Alhambra Palace and Fortress. Or what about the Sierra Nevada mountain range just around the corner? The Sierra Nevada is one of the few areas in the world where you can go skiing in the morning and then take a dip in the ocean in the afternoon.

From Loja, you’ll head toward the central and western regions of Andalucia. Olive orchards and impressive mountain ranges line the way to Ronda, a picturesque little town high up in the Andalucian Mountains, where you’ll spend another two nights.

As the Andalucia tour winds down, the Edelweiss guides will maximize the last day to the fullest extent by shepherding you through some of the best roads Spain has to offer on your way back to Malaga.

The first and last days mentioned in the itinerary are the arrival and departure days for tour start and end. Depending on the country you start in, you may have to leave a day early, subsequently; you will arrive one day later back home. Book your flights accordingly. Route and overnight places may change due to unforeseen events. And yes, if you’re traveling from outside the European Union, a valid passport is required for flights.

START/FINISH: Malaga

NEAREST AIRPORT: Malaga

DURATION: 7 days vacation, 5 riding days

ROUTE: Total distance: 635 miles (1020 km)

ACCOMMODATIONS: Comfortable middle-class hotels

REST DAYS: Loja, Ronda

HIGHLIGHTS: Malaga, Granada, Alhambra, El Torcal, Garganta del Chorro, Ronda, Pueblos Blancos, Gibraltar, Puertos

7 DAYS VACATION/5 DAYS RIDING

DAY 1
Arrival in Malaga

DAY 2
Malaga – Loja

DAY 3
Loja

DAY 4
Loja – Ronda

DAY 5
Ronda

DAY 6
Ronda – Malaga

DAY 7
Departure from Malaga

For more information about the Andalucia Spain Tour or to make your reservations now, check out EdelweissBike.com