A premium motorcycle journey through the Picos de Europa, Asturias, Galicia, and Portugal’s Douro Valley, this tour delivers some of the finest riding in Europe. From flowing mountain roads and dramatic natural parks to hand‑picked hotels, Paradors, and a riverside wine estate, it’s the perfect blend of unforgettable roads, iconic landscapes, and refined comfort.
MOUNTAINS: PICOS AND ASTURIAS
At a Glance
Tour Dates
09 May 2027 18 May 2027
13 Jun 2027 22 Jun 2027
14 May 2028 23 May 2028
11 Jun 2028 20 Jun 2028
Duration
10 Days
Tour Starts in
Plymouth, UK
Tour Leaders
Travel Distance
Approx 1310 miles
Difficulty
Roads
100% Tarmac
Hire Bikes
Available
Price From
2795 £
Tour Overview
By popular demand, this tour begins with the shorter overnight ferry crossing from Plymouth to Santander, maximising riding time in northern Spain and Portugal. An early afternoon arrival in Santander allows us to waste no time, heading straight inland for a scenic 75‑mile ride into the dramatic Picos de Europa Mountains.
Our first night is spent in the Picos, in a small mountain village ideally placed for the riding ahead. Surrounded by soaring limestone peaks and quiet roads, it’s the perfect introduction to one of Europe’s most rewarding motorcycle destinations.
Our first full day in the saddle delivers unforgettable riding through the twisting mountain roads of the Picos and Asturias, combining flowing curves with constant elevation changes and panoramic views. The day ends in Galicia, at a secluded hotel overlooking , where you can relax in the Jacuzzi or steam room and recover from a superb day’s riding.
From Galicia, the landscape evolves as we head south into Portugal, riding towards our beautifully located Quinta on the banks of the River Douro, in the heart of the Douro Basin. This is our base for two nights, allowing time to enjoy both the riding and the setting. You can unwind among the vineyards or join our optional 200‑mile loop ride, taking in the spectacular roads of the Douro International Natural Park, before returning along the river itself.
Located in Portugal’s most prestigious wine‑producing region, the Quinta offers an experience to match the riding. A guided wine tasting is included, ensuring you’re well prepared when choosing from the local cellar at dinner.
Turning north once more, the tour continues with more outstanding roads—sweeping, flowing, and blissfully quiet—as we ride through the Sierra de Montesinho Natural Park en route to Puebla de Sanabria. Although we’re gradually making our way back towards Spain, the quality of riding only continues to build.
Our final two nights in Spain are spent in beautifully located  Hotels and Paradors, perfectly positioned in the Asturias and Picos Mountains. Even the last riding day delivers plenty of miles, elevation, and spectacular scenery, before we return to Santander for an early evening ferry.
With the bike secured and a drink in hand, you can relax on the crossing home—tired, exhilarated, and reflecting on one of the finest guided motorcycle tours of northern Spain and Portugal.
All the materials supplied for the tour were excellent, including the marked up maps - a very nice touch. All the riders were agreed it was a fantastic trip with great riding on wonderful roads. The hotels were outstanding.
Tour Availability
| From | To | Days | Nights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
09-May-2027 |
18-May-2027 |
10 |
9 |
|
13-June-2027 |
22-June-2027 |
10 |
9 |
|
14-May-2028 |
23-May-2028 |
10 |
9 |
|
11-June-2028 |
20-June-2028 |
10 |
9 |
Motorrad Tours welcome all makes and models of bike on tour. We also have a range of BMW bikes that you can hire. All our hire bikes for Classic and European Explorer Tours are current model BMW’s complete with ABS, Heated Grips, Panniers, Top Box, Tank Bag, Inner bags for all boxes and a pre programmed BMW Navigator GPS included.
| Price option | Solo Rider Shared Room | Solo Rider Single Room | *Rider and passenger |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riding Your Own Motorcycle | 2795 | 3395 | 3995 |
| Including an F800GS or F900XR Hire Bike | 3845 | 4445 | 5045 |
| Including an F900GS Adventure Hire Bike | 3945 | 4545 | 5145 |
| Including an R1300GS, RS or RT Hire Bike | 4045 | 4645 | 5245 |
| Including an S1000XR Hire Bike | 4095 | 4695 | 5295 |
| Including an R1300GS Adventure Hire Bike | 4195 | 4795 | 5395 |
| Including K1600 GT Hire Bike | 4245 | 4845 | 5445 |
If you wish to make your own way to the first night of the tour then at the point of booking you can choose to remove the UK - Spain - UK ferry. The costs saving will be £500.  Please Note This option cannot be used in conjunction with a hire bike booking
NEW! - Ferry outside cabin upgrades now available during booking!
* Rider and Passenger price is for both people, not per person.
HIRE BIKES: If you are booking with a hire bike we will hand your bike over on the afternoon prior to the first tour day. This will give you a chance to get familiar with the bike, make any adjustments, arrange your packing and not waste any time on the first day riding.
Day 1 Your journey begins with an overnight ferry crossing from Plymouth to Santander. Settle in, unwind, and let the anticipation build as you head for northern Spain and some of Europe’s most rewarding motorcycle roads.
Day 2 Arriving in Santander early afternoon, there’s plenty of daylight to ride straight into the dramatic landscapes of the Picos de Europa Mountains. Sweeping roads, limestone peaks, and quiet Spanish backroads immediately set the tone for the adventure ahead. tonight we are in a remote favourite hotel of ours
Day 3 Today is all about mountain riding at its best. You’ll carve through the Picos and Asturias mountain ranges, climbing high into each, linking flowing curves with panoramic views and hidden valleys only truly appreciated from the saddle.
Day 4 Heading west, the scenery evolves as you cross into Portugal and ride through the Peneda‑Gerês National Park, Portugal’s only national park and a true highlight for motorcyclists. From here, the road drops towards the Douro Valley, where we arrive at our riverside Quinta for a relaxing two‑night stay.
Day 5 A day to enjoy the Douro at your own pace. Choose to relax at the Quinta and sample locally produced wines, or head out on an outstanding 200‑mile loop ride through vineyard-covered hills, quiet mountain roads, and remote Portuguese landscapes.
Day 6 We leave the Douro Valley behind and head back into Spain, where flowing mountain roads and empty curves deliver riding at its most rewarding. The day concludes with a relaxing overnight stay in a beautifully situated Parador.
Day 7 We return to western Asturias, where a rewarding day of mountain riding concludes with an overnight stay in a beautifully situated hotel and the warmth of classic Spanish hospitality.
- Breath-taking riding in the Picos, Cantabrian and Asturias Mountains
- Two nights on a Quinta in the heart of the vineyard on the banks of the Douro
- Riding some of our Tour Director’s favourite roads and routes
- Quiet roads and grippy tarmac!
- Wonderfull traditional Spanish Paradors and a Portuguese Pousada
- Great small hotels in remote locations
- Expert Riding Guide
If you like challenging roads, great hotels, excellent scenery, then this is the tour for you.
What's Included
- Pre tour pack including tour information, Michelin maps, route notes and GPS routes in Garmin/BMW format
- Electronic copy of the World of BMW Touring Essentials Book
- Commemorative shirt of your choice for all riders and pillions
- Nine nights accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- All breakfasts
- Welcome and farewell dinners (excludes beverages)
- Four additional dinners including one at the Quinta in Portugal  (excludes beverages)
- Wine Tasting and tour of the vineyard in Peso da Regua
- Motorrad Tours Tour Leader throughout the Tour
- Overnight ferry crossing and back including cabins and breakfast
- Expert advice and support throughout
- The protection of booking with a fully bonded tour operator
Not Included
- Fuel
- Lunches
- Dinners other than those listed
- Travel Insurance
- Anything not listed as included
