Calpe Spain Cycling Retreat
Ride Like a Pro in Calpe
Escape to the sun-drenched Costa Blanca for an unforgettable cycling retreat in Calpe, Spain where many UCI World Tour cycling teams do their pre-season training. Beat the winter blues on the classic climbs and routes of the pros with Mike Cotty of The Col Collective and multiple British medalist Ross Crook. You may also know Mike as the presenter for the Wahoo On Location series, where Calpe was recently featured. He will take you on the same routes highlighted in the training series, so you can experience the breathtaking Costa Blanca in real life. As an added bonus, the Benidorm World Cup Cyclocross Race is just after our cycling week – for anyone who would like to stay on and watch the race.
January 9 -16, 2027 ~ This trip will be open to reservation by private groups through September 25th. If a private group has not booked the tour by then, we will open bookings for individuals who are not part of a group.
Trip Overview
Our suggested itinerary includes 2 rides to choose from each day – a shorter Level 2 ride, and a longer Level 3/4 ride. However, if a private group books the tour, we can tailor the cycling itinerary to the group’s specific needs and preferences.
- January 9 - 16, 2027
- Premium 4* Sea View Hotel
- 1 location: Calpe, Spain
- Difficulty: Levels 2/3/4
- 2-3 Cycling guides
- Assistance vehicle
- Climbing: 300m+ - 2500m+ max
- Cols: Rates, Cumbre del Sol, Vall d'Ebo, Tudons
- Long rides: 80 - 140 km
- Short rides: 40 - 60 km
- Non-cycling partners: activities
Calpe, Spain Retreat
Cycling Levels Explained
Level 1 rides are on the easiest routes in your tour location and are suitable for cyclists of all levels. The terrain is generally flat, rolling or there are some shorter climbs. Usually Level 1 rides are along the coast or inland in the valleys. 20 km – 60 km / Flat – 400 meters of climbing
Level 2 rides cover distances that take most cyclists 2-4 hours, and involve moderate climbs. Although they may start at the coast, they tend to veer inland to the hills. 40 km – 70 km / 300 – 700 meters of climbing
Level 3 rides are challenging and suitable for experienced cyclists who are accustomed to long distances and difficult climbs (5 km – 20 km climbs). Routes may include several mountain passes. 70 km – 120 km / 500 – 1500 meters of climbing
Level 4 rides are suitable for avid and/or competitive cyclists who are used to doing challenging rides of 4 to 6+ hours with significant climbing. Level 4 rides often include several mountain passes in one ride, as well as Hors Catégorie cols. 90 km – 160+ km / 1500 – 3500 meters climbing
Your Guides
Our Calpe Cycling Retreat will be hosted by Michael Cotty and Ross Crook – accomplished athletes with many years of experience guiding and coaching in Europe and the U.K.
Michael Cotty
As founder of The Col Collective, Mike has made a career out of riding, filming and telling the story of epic rides and mountains across Europe. You may also know him as a presenter for the Wahoo On Location series, where Calpe was featured in 2025. Mike is an accomplished athlete known for endurance challenges such as The Road to Mont Blanc – a 1000 km nonstop challenge across the Dolomites, Italian Alps and Swiss Alps. He was also an Haute Route Road Captain, stage winner in the Dolomites, and one of the few to successfully complete the Alps, Pyrenees and Dolomites events the same year, earning 3rd place in the triple crown challenge. Mike is looking forward to sharing the beauty of the Costa Blanca region with our guests this January.
Ross Crook
Ross is a longtime competitive cyclist, and still competes in Masters events across a variety of disciplines. He has been Scottish Champion at both running and cycling. In June 2025, he became British Champion at the masters track champs, and in 2026, he became the British Vice-Champion. He has toured across Europe and spends much of the winter riding in the Spanish mountains. Ross is an advocate for cycling's positive impact on society and started a business 13 years ago teaching children how to explore Edinburgh and beyond safely…..and how to do wheelies too! He is excited to join us in one of his favorite winter cycling destinations this January (and entertain us with the occasional wheelie)!
Included:
The following services and amenities are included in the listed pricing of our tours. However, other services may be added upon request for private tours (rental bikes, massage, additional meals, off-bike activities, etc.) and the pricing for your private tour will be adjusted accordingly.
- 7 nights accommodations 4* hotel
- Airport transfer
- 7-8 days cycling
- 2-3 guides per group of 10+ participants
- Tour itinerary web page
- GPX files
- Mechanical assistance / bike set-up
- Private vehicle assistance
- All breakfasts
- All lunches (for cycling participants)
- All dinners
- Snacks and ride nutrition
- Activities for non-cycling guests
- Complimentary Azur Vélo jersey
- Complimentary travel bag
- Digital photos from your tour
Pricing:
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Private Tour 10 Participants $3350
**Early Bird Special** Price Per Person, Double Occupancy for a group of 10 participants.
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6-9 Participants 15% - 20% increase
15% increase per person for 8-9 participants; 20% increase per person for 6-7 participants; please inquire for smaller groups
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13-16 Participants 10% discount
10% discount per person for 13-16 participants; please inquire for larger groups
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Single Supplement Please Inquire
Single Supplement (for single occupancy rooms) will vary depending on your group size and upgrades, so please inquire for a specific quote.
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Non-cycling Participants Same Price / 10% Discount
10% discount for non-cycling participants in double occupancy rooms
**Early Bird Special** applies to tours booked as a private group before September 25, 2026. After September 20th, the per person price will increase by $200.
Reserve | Register Interest
This tour is now open for reservation by private groups. If you’d like to reserve the tour but don’t know your exact group size yet, we can hold your reservation for up to 3 weeks with a $500 deposit. If you are interested in booking the tour but you’re not part of a group, please register your interest with this form. If a private tour is not booked, we will give you first priority to book thereafter OR if a private tour is booked and the participants are open to adding group members, we will give you first priority to join the group.
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