Full-day tours (6-10 hours)

Alpujarra and Contraviesa motorbike tour

Fancy riding through the most authentic mountain landscapes of Granada on a Harley-Davidson or BMW? With Tropical Riders you can make it happen on a guided motorcycle tour through La Alpujarra, an unforgettable experience that blends sweeping bends, breathtaking scenery, local culture and traditional Andalusian cuisine.

From €280/bike

Price per bike. Minimum group of 2 bikes.

An unforgettable motorcycle adventure

We set off from the Costa Tropical at Marina del Este, with optional departures from Nerja or Granada, to venture into the heart of the Contraviesa mountains in La Alpujarra. Throughout the day we’ll ride along scenic mountain roads and discover:

['Vélez de Benaudalla and the iconic Rules Dam', 'Los Tablones and Haza del Lino', 'La Contraviesa', 'Guided visit to the 4 Vientos winery and its museum']

To round off the experience, a traditional lunch made with local products — a menu full of authentic flavours at the 4 Vientos winery restaurant.

Not included: lunch and drinks. Each rider pays for their own.

Tour details

DatesAll year round, except 15 June to 15 September
ScheduleDeparture 09:30 · return approx. 18:00
Durationapprox. 8 h
Distance200 km
DifficultyIntermediate
Route typeMountain roads, scenic views, rural landscapes
Group2 to 4 bikes + guide

Prices

Solo rider€280/bike
Rider + passenger€320/bike

Price per bike. Minimum group of 2 bikes.

Weekends and public holidays: €20 supplement per person.
Group discounts available — contact us for details.

Your Tropical Riders experience includes

  • Motorcycle rental (Harley-Davidson or BMW)
  • Third-party liability insurance
  • Full riding gear (helmet, gloves and jacket)
  • Fuel
  • Bilingual tour guide (Spanish / English)

Not included: lunch and drinks. Each rider pays for their own.

Rider requirements

  • Minimum age: 25 years.
  • Category A motorcycle licence with at least 3 years of riding experience.

Safety & recommendations

Our guides have many years of riding experience. Before setting off, you’ll receive a short safety briefing and all the necessary riding gear.

What to bring:

  • Sturdy footwear and long trousers.
  • Warm clothing in spring/autumn.
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen.
  • A camera and, above all, your sense of adventure!

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Book your place

Fill in the booking form and we’ll confirm availability. You pay a deposit to secure your booking and the balance on the day, by card or cash. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive an email with all the details and your confirmation.

For more information, write to us or call us and book your motorbike tour with Tropical Riders.

Prefer to ride at your own pace?

From 15 June to 15 September we don’t run guided tours, but we’ll give you the GPS tracks of our routes for free so you can ride them on your own with a rental bike. Just ask: we provide them whenever you request them, at no charge.

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