Spanish Soul, Essence of Southern Europe (8 Days and 7 Nights)

It is much more than a trip, it is a unique and memorable experience where you will live the essence of the south through its landscapes, villages, gastronomy and culture.

Duration

8 Days | 7 Nights

Total Route

1991 Km

Type of route

Self-guided

Recommended time of year

Spring, Summer, Winter and Autumn

Route

On road (100% Asphalt)

Daily Km

250-350 Km

Inicio y fin de ruta

Start and end of route

Accommodation

Superior Boutique Hotel

Regime

Bed & Breakfast

Roadmap

Day 1
From the Capital or the Mediterranean to the Landscapes of Cazorla’.

The trip starts in Madrid or Alicante, choosing your starting point, to head towards Cazorla, in the heart of the Sierra de Cazorla, where mountainous landscapes and endless valleys will accompany you every kilometre of the way. The well-surfaced and winding roads will allow you to enjoy a pleasant drive as you enter this region of breathtaking nature. When you arrive in Cazorla, you can stroll through its cobbled streets, visit the castle and enjoy typical dishes such as venison and lamb from Cazorla.

Day 2
From Nature to the History of Granada

Today you will cross the Serranía de Granada, and after enjoying the landscapes of its mountains, you will arrive in Granada, where the imposing Alhambra stands as a witness to centuries of history. The curves that will take you to this city full of Moorish tradition are perfect to enjoy a unique motorcycling experience. Granada's gastronomy is not far behind: enjoy free tapas with every drink and try dishes such as ‘remojón granadino’ or ‘pisto andaluz’.

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Day 3
Ronda: Between Mountains and Legends

The third day is pure excitement. The roads to Ronda cross some of the most iconic mountain passes, where bikers will enjoy every bend and straight, surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery and valleys. Ronda is one of Andalusia's most iconic towns, famous for its Puente Nuevo bridge and panoramic views. Here, you can enjoy a good goat's cheese and local wine while exploring its old quarter.

Day 4
Pueblos Blancos: Roads of Legend and Flamenco

Today you will visit the famous White Villages of Cádiz, among which Ubrique and Arcos de la Frontera stand out, with their whitewashed houses and streets full of history. The route will take you through the Sierra de Grazalema, famous for its biodiversity and landscapes. At the end of the day, you will arrive in Jerez de la Frontera, the capital of flamenco, where you can enjoy a show and taste the famous sherry.

Day 5
Seville: The Cradle of Flamenco and Tradition’.

The route continues to Seville, where the sun, historic streets and Andalusian architecture invite you to explore the city. You can stroll through the Santa Cruz quarter, visit the majestic Seville Cathedral and the Giralda, or relax on a terrace while sampling the city's famous tapas. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the culture and flavour of Andalusia.

Day 6
Free Day to Explore the City

You will have this day free to rest and enjoy Seville at your own pace. Stroll along the banks of the Guadalquivir river, visit the Triana and La Macarena neighbourhoods, enjoy its culture, hospitality and gastronomy.

Day 7
From Seville to Toledo: A Journey through History

From Seville, we head towards Toledo, a city that will take you back to medieval times with its Cathedral, its Alcazar and its narrow streets full of history. This stretch is perfect for enjoying the drive, as you pass through the countryside and small towns of Castilla-La Mancha. The gastronomy of Toledo, famous for its marzipan and roast suckling pig, will be an excellent way to end the day.

Day 8
Return to the Capital or to the Mediterranean: A Journey that Remains in the Heart

The last day takes you back to Madrid or Alicante, depending on your point of departure, crossing the plains of Castilla-La Mancha. This day will be a relaxed ride, but with moments of reflection on all that you have experienced: the connection with the culture, history and beauty of Andalusia. Upon arrival, you will be able to relax and enjoy a last meal or drink to close this journey with a soul full of memories.

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This exciting 8-day, 7-night self-guided tour will take you to explore the essence of Andalusia and Castilla-La Mancha, connecting its mountainous landscapes, historic villages and legendary routes. From the heart of Madrid or Alicante, choose your starting point and experience a journey that combines the best of the mountains of Cazorla, the Serrania de Ronda and the white villages of Cadiz. This route connects Spain's most stunning roads, offering the freedom to ride while discovering a culture rich in history and tradition, from the flamingos of Jerez to the flamenco traces of Seville.

Every day of this adventure is a new opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish culture, with top-notch local gastronomy, such as olive oil from Jaén, wine from the Sierra de Cádiz and traditional dishes of migas (fried breadcrumbs) or oxtail. Panoramic views of the Cazorla Natural Park and the emblematic white villages will be part of your motorcycling scenery, while enjoying roads perfectly designed for passionate bikers. A trip to explore Spain in an authentic way, from the essence of Andalusia to the imposing Toledo.

An unforgettable trip:

The ‘Soul and Heart of Spain’ trip is a unique adventure where you can connect with the essence of Spain through its landscapes, villages, gastronomy and culture. Perfect for motorbike lovers, it offers you the freedom to explore at your own pace, while enjoying comfort, safety and quality - it's time to experience the trip of a lifetime!

A carefree journey
Everything is ready for you to enjoy this experience freely and safely. From bike rental to accommodation in charming hotels and local recommendations, every detail has been planned so that you can just focus on enjoying the road, riding and having fun.

Includes

  Booking and Accommodation in Superior Category Hotels (breakfast included)

Motorcycle rental (Optional)

 GPS Route (Mobile or Fixed Navigator)

Briefing informativo de todos los aspectos del tour

 Briefing on all aspects of the tour

 Welcome Pack

 Informative dossier with our recommendations of the best restaurants and stops to make on the route

Mediterranean Routes 24-hour telephone support

24/7 roadside assistance with motorcycle insurance

Transfer from the airport/Hotel at the beginning of the tour (Optional)

Additional costs

 Petrol and Tolls

Airline tickets

VIP Travel Insurance

 Personal expenses

Tour Guide (It can be additionally contracted)

Spanish Soul, Essence of Southern Europe (8 Days and 7 Nights)

Booking details.
From:

1.450,00 

1. Fill out our form to receive the details of your trip
2. Get all your questions answered
3. And pay only 30% at the start​

FAQs

Coverage:

Medical and Healthcare Assistance
A team of experts will be at your disposal should you need medical or healthcare assistance. Because you never know what might happen on the road. Traveling with peace of mind and protection is essential, knowing that in case of any incident affecting your health, you will be taken care of.

  • Medical and healthcare assistance: up to €35,000.00

  • Dental expenses: up to €30.00

  • Medical or pharmaceutical expenses in case of illness: over €9.00

  • Repatriation or medical transport of injured or ill travelers: full coverage

This guarantee applies if you are injured or ill and need to be transported back to your home. An incident close to home can usually be managed, but when you’re far away things get more complicated. With ARAG, you won’t have to worry — we’ll arrange your transfer so your recovery can happen close to home, as long as the medical team recommends it.

  • Repatriation or transport of accompanying insured family members: full coverage

If you are repatriated or transported due to illness or accident, and this prevents the rest of the insured family members from continuing their trip, ARAG will cover their transport back home or to the place of hospitalization.


General Conditions:

  • Repatriation or transport of minors: full coverage
    If you are repatriated or transported due to illness or accident, and you are traveling only with children under 15 years old, ARAG will arrange for a stewardess or a person of your choice to accompany them back home.

  • Travel of a family member in case of hospitalization: full coverage
    If you are hospitalized for more than 10 days, ARAG will arrange for a person of your choice to travel to accompany you.

  • Convalescence in hotel: up to €720.00 (€72.00 per day, max. 10 days)
    If you are injured or ill and cannot return home on medical advice, ARAG will cover hotel accommodation expenses during your recovery, up to the limit stated in your policy.

  • Repatriation or transport of the deceased insured: full coverage
    If the insured person passes away during the trip, ARAG will cover repatriation to the place of burial and take care of the necessary legal arrangements and costs.

  • Early return due to death of a family member: full coverage
    If a family member passes away, ARAG will cover your early return home so you can be with your loved ones without worrying about logistics.

  • Early return due to hospitalization of a family member: full coverage
    If a family member is hospitalized for more than 5 days due to a serious illness or accident occurring after your trip began, ARAG will cover your return so you can be by their side.

  • Search, location, and forwarding of lost luggage: full coverage
    If your luggage is lost on a scheduled flight, ARAG will do everything possible to locate it and keep you updated. If found, it will be delivered to you at no cost.

  • Delay in delivery of checked baggage: €60.00
    If your luggage is delayed by 12 hours or more, this coverage allows you to buy essential items, reimbursed upon presentation of receipts.


Exclusions:

Countries in a state of war, insurrection, or armed conflict (even if not officially declared) are excluded from coverage, as well as those specifically listed in your policy.

The insurer’s obligations under this policy end once the insured has returned to their habitual residence or has been admitted to a medical center within 30 km of it.

If you cannot reach the company through regular channels, you may contact ARAG via WhatsApp at +34 670 425 960. This system may only be used for the first contact with the company and under no circumstances may personal data or documents be sent, in compliance with current Data Protection regulations.

Of course! These routes are designed to be 100% on asphalt and are organized so you can follow the checkpoints either through GPS or the corresponding GPS app.

All types of motorcycles are welcome, but given the daily mileage, we recommend bikes of at least 250cc. Your riding experience will allow you to fully enjoy every one of our trips — these routes are accessible and enjoyable for any rider.

On full riding days, we’ll cover an average of 250 to 350 km per day. Along the way, we’ve planned photo stops, food experiences, and rest breaks so you can enjoy not only your motorcycle but also the beautiful areas we visit.

This way, you’ll have time for everything — from exploring to recharging your energy. Daily riding time is estimated at 4 to 6 hours.

Casual clothing is fine for your free time. At our facilities, we offer rental gear such as helmets, jackets, and gloves.

If you already have your own equipment, you’ll only need to bring your helmet, riding gear, and — depending on the season — rain gear.

Before the tour begins, we’ll send you our travel handbook, with useful information about the trip and a detailed checklist of the clothing and gear you should bring.

En todos nuestros viajes y eventos, tanto el piloto como el acompañante deberán portar, como mínimo, aquellas prendas de protección de uso obligatorio por la DGT. No obstante, recomendamos la utilización de prendas de protección adecuadas para mayor confort y seguridad.

Recomendamos llevar ropa para el agua y un segundo par de guantes cuando la previsión sea de lluvia.

Yes, it is mandatory — and more importantly, it’s an essential element for your safety.

  • Europe: Participants from EU countries are not required to carry a passport, although we recommend having one. For participants from outside the EU, carrying a passport is mandatory.

  • Trips outside the EU: For all journeys taking place partly or entirely outside the EU, all participants must carry a passport valid for at least 6 months, as well as any required visas.

  • Motorcycle driving license:

    • For EU citizens, your license is valid in all EU member states, as well as in Turkey and Morocco.

    • For citizens of other nationalities, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required. This can usually be obtained through the Automobile Club or the relevant transport authority in your country.

    • For non-EU citizens, carrying an International Driving Permit is mandatory.

In all cases, both your passport and motorcycle license must be valid at the time of travel.

When booking international tours, it is essential to state your nationality, since some countries may require a visa for entry.

  • Morocco tours: All participants must carry a valid passport with a minimum validity of at least 6 months.

Yes, absolutely. At Mediterranean Routes, we can design a custom tour based on your needs. You’ll be able to choose the area, region, number of days, and the itinerary you’d like to follow.

From there, our team of guides will create the best route so you can make the most of your experience. Please note that a minimum number of participants is required to organize a private tour.

For more information, feel free to contact us.

 

Mediterranean Routes provides liability and surety insurance.

In addition, through our rental partners, all vehicles are fully insured. Outside of Spain, we also carry the Green Card along with updated documentation from our insurance provider.

If you would like to purchase additional travel insurance, please contact us.

We always advise each participant on the riding level that best suits them, ensuring greater comfort and enjoyment on the road.

All our trips are classified into Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced riding levels — and in some cases, different levels may be combined within the same route.

Yes, there will be an initial briefing where we’ll go over traffic rules, stages, routes, and schedules. We’ll explain the itinerary in detail, the places we’ll pass through, expected weather and road conditions.

Of course, it will also be a great moment to share riding experiences and get into the spirit of the adventure together.

We offer several payment methods: credit/debit cards and bank transfer. The initial deposit to confirm your booking must be made through one of these methods.

However, the remaining balance may be paid in cash (Euros) on the day you receive the motorcycle.

Yes, the date will not be a problem. If you are a group of 3 or more motorcycles, you can contact us and we’ll organize the trip on the date that works best for you (subject to availability).

If the proposed trips are not exactly what you’re looking for, don’t worry. We’ll advise you based on your needs, interests, budget, and availability.

We’ll organize a unique journey just for you, fully tailored to what you want.
All you need to do is get in touch with us at: vicente@mediterraneanroutes.com

Of course! All our trips and events can be enjoyed with a companion.
In addition, the companion’s price is always reduced.

Because moto-touring is always better when shared.

For self-guided trips, there is no strict minimum or maximum number of motorcycles, although we recommend between 1 and 10 bikes for good group management.

For organized trips, the minimum is 3 motorcycles to carry out the tour, and the maximum is 10 motorcycles to ensure a personalized experience and adapt to each rider’s needs.

If the minimum of 3 motorcycles is not reached, the event will be canceled with at least 10 days’ notice, and 100% of the amount paid will be refunded.

All our hotels have been carefully selected by the Mediterranean Routes team, after personally visiting their facilities to ensure service quality.

Most hotels offer private covered parking. For those that do not provide this service, they either have a dedicated and monitored area to park our motorcycles or are located in safe areas with no risk.

Unfortunately, we cannot control the weather. If extreme adverse conditions occur, the tour leader(s) may decide to cancel the route for that day in order to ensure safety and preserve the integrity of the rest of the tour as much as possible.

It depends on the route and its duration. On some tours, breakfast and dinner are included, while on others only breakfast is covered.

Don’t worry — a few days before departure, the organization will provide you with an estimate of the amount of money you’ll need during the trip for meals, fuel, and other expenses.

Yes, absolutely. We offer a van service that can be booked on our tours for companions. On organized tours, the van also serves as a support and storage vehicle throughout the journey.

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