The Duero Journey

From Soria to Portugal — A Pilgrimage Along the River of Life

This is not a regular cycling tour. This is a journey with soul — a modern pilgrimage following the Duero river from its quiet birth in Soria to its powerful arrival at the Portuguese border.

A ride through oak forests, golden vineyards, medieval castles, dramatic canyons and villages where time slows down.

You don’t just cross landscapes. You follow a story carved by water, history and people.

A journey guided by a river, not a map.

The Luxury of Riding Alone

A linear journey guided by the river’s natural flow
Road + gravel options with **almost zero traffic**
Premium boutique hotels with character and silence
Wine, gastronomy and history every day
Human encounters with locals, winemakers & artisans
A deep emotional “flow” — movement with purpose

Bring Your Bike — or Let Me Arrange the Perfect One

One of the biggest concerns for international cyclists is always the same: the bike. We solve it with seamless logistics and **premium rental options**.

Bring your own bike if you wish. Or let me arrange a premium carbon road or gravel bike, size-fitted and ideal for this terrain.

Easy. Safe. Personal. On a journey like this — your bike shouldn’t be a worry. It should be part of the experience.

A Journey Through Centuries

Celtiberian valleys
Medieval hilltop castles
Romanesque monasteries hidden in silence
Stone bridges used 500 years ago
Ancient vineyards carved into the land
Trade routes & shepherd paths older than kingdoms

Route Overview

Stage 1 — The Birth (Soria)

Silent forests. Open horizons. A beginning like a whisper.

Stage 2 — Ancient Paths & Oak Forests

Rolling terrain, remote villages, optional ancestral gravel.

Stage 3 — Ribera del Duero

Golden vineyards, private winery visit & sunset light.

Stage 4 — Arlanza

Romanesque soul, sacred silence & rustic mountain lunch.

Stage 5 — Canyon Country

Dramatic cliffs & ancient river landscapes.

Stage 6 — Towards Portugal

Stone bridges, old traditions & wide river valleys.

Final Stage — The Border

A celebratory dinner. A toast to the river, and to you.

🏨 Accommodation

Premium rural hotels, wine estates and restored manor houses. Silent nights, local breakfasts, warm hospitality.

🍷 Food & Wine (Insider Access)

Slow-cooked stews, roasted lamb, artisan cheese, garden vegetables, Ribera & Arlanza wines, including **private cellar access**.

🤝 Human Moments

Beekeepers, winemakers, villagers and shepherds — the soul of this journey. **The real Spain is in the faces, not the maps.**

What’s Included: Seamless Logistics

Premium accommodation & daily gourmet breakfast
Curated meals and exclusive wine experiences
**Full-time support vehicle & Host (Álvaro)**
Luggage transfer between all locations
Daily route briefing, planning & GPS files
Local guide expertise and insider access
Road or gravel route customization
Small, intimate groups (2–7 riders)

What’s Excluded: Your Personal Touch

International and domestic flights
Personal travel and medical insurance
Cost of premium bike rental (if needed)
Personal gear and souvenirs

Ready to follow the Duero from its birth to the border?

A journey of landscapes, history, wine and soul. Let’s design your perfect dates.

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