FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How often do you do the DOWNHILL BIKE RIDE?
Every weekday Monday to Friday, all year round.
At peak holiday times we also go on Saturdays.

Do I have to be an experienced cyclist?
Definitely not! Many of our guests haven't ridden a bike for decades.

Is there an age limit?
Again, definitely not! Our oldest rider to date was 90 .... with his 68 year old son!
And children?
Normally a minimum of about 8 years old, providing they are at least 4'-0" tall.
We can cater for younger children ... maximum weight is 22 kilos or 3.5 stones
who ride
free of charge in a special seat attached to an adult's bike.

How long does the trip last?
We pick you up at your accommodation about 9.00 am. arriving back at 3.30 pm.

What do I need  to bring?
"Sensible" shoes ... not flip-flops or high heels. We provide safety helmets.
Any personal belongings can safely be left in the minibus.

Are there any stops?
We stop frequently to ensure everyone is comfortable and to explain
places of interest on the next section of the ride.
So you'll have plenty of opportunities to take photographs.

Refreshments?
Bring your own packed lunch or enjoy a delicious soup/stew at the Cannibals
Restaurant. We carry fresh spring-water available at any time during the bike ride.

What if I don't want to do all the ride?
You cycle as much or as little as suits you.
You can get back into the support minibus any time you want.

What is the cost of the DOWNHILL BIKE RIDE?
Adults from 33 euros.  Children  under 12,  from 29 euros.
Special discounts are available. Please                      for details.    

How do I book?
Contact us as soon as possible after your arrival.  Telephone:  96 689 7150
Or reserve in advance by

ITINERARY

1)   We pick you up at your accommodation in or near to Benidorm at 9.00 am.
2)   A 30 - 40 minutes drive to the mountain village of Sella where we stop at a bar for drinks on   
the spacious, sunny terrace.
3)   A further half hour drive to the top of Mt. Aitana where you'll be fitted with a safety helmet,          
receive a detailed safety talk, and be allocated a bike.                                          
4)   A bike ride of about 5 miles to the village of Penaguila stopping twice on the way to ensure
your comfort. Have a drink of fresh spring water while the bikes are loaded onto the trailer.
5)   Drive up to the restaurant for lunch at approx. 12.15 pm.
6)   The afternoon ride is 19 miles, with 3 stops on the way to Orcheta where the Bike Ride ends.
7)   Into the local bar for a beverage to celebrate your achievement and receive your certificate as
proof that you've ridden 24 miles through the Costa Blanca mountains.
8)   We drive you back to your accommodation arriving at about 3.30 pm.

WE ALWAYS REPLY TO YOUR ENQUIRIES.
If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours,
it is highly likely that you have a problem with your e-mail address.
Therefore please re-send your message using your alternative e-mail address(es) or
phone us in Spain  (34) 96 689 7150

THE RATHER FAMOUS COSTA BLANCA  24 MILE

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Bike Breaks S.L.      Ptda. Barranc Salat       03530 La Nucia       Alicante       Spain                Tel: 96 689 7150

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Whatever activity
you'd like to do,
we can arrange it.

HORSERIDING
GOLF
BIKE HIRE
PAINTBALL
CLIMBING
GUIDED WALKS
SCUBA DIVING
JEEP SAFARI

If you want to dine at
the best restaurant
in the area without it
costing a fortune,
or
eat a wonderful
PAELLA
in the mountains
or
(controversially)
go to a bullfight

THE 24 MILE DOWNHILL BIKE-RIDE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO DO SOMETHING UNIQUE

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