SHP Bike Tours
Teens, Adults, and Families
UNITED STATES, CANADA, EUROPE
Celebrating 43 Years!
Teens, Adults, and Families
UNITED STATES, CANADA, EUROPE
Celebrating 43 Years!
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Spain and Portugal
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Use your Spanish language skills every day! Biking from
Lugo along Roman walls, over arched bridges, and past medieval hilltop walled towns brings
history to life. Bike in a beautiful river valley and cross into Portugal, the great
maritime center of the Middle Ages. Back in Spain, gorgeous cycling along coast roads leads you
to the ferry for 2 days on Isla Cies, a spectacular island national park where cars are not allowed. Try tasty empanadas and delicious Spanish treats in Santiago de Compostela, where narrow medieval streets recall pilgrims who walked hundreds of miles in the Middle Ages to pray at the ancient cathedral that you
visit. 
Leave your bikes in Madrid for a week of sightseeing in some of Europe's most fascinating cities. Watch the Spanish countryside fly by from your sleeping berth on the night train to Granada. Tour the amazing Alhambra and see a flamenco show as you explore this cit's historic Arabian influences. Barcelona, located on the northeastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula, is the fourth most visited city in Europe behind London, Paris and Rome. It has a wonderful summertime Mediterranean climate; dry with low humidity. A perfect place to take in the Mediterranean Sea, the group will spend a day of picnicking and swimming on the beach. There is plenty of history, tradition, and culture for the group to take in as you explore this vibrant city. 
Your last stop is Madrid, where you'll see all the famous sights, including the
Prado Museum and royal palace, and eat lunch at an outdoor plaza café (don't feed the pigeons – it just encourages them!) | 2012 Dates | Finishing Grades | |||
| Section | From | To | Boys | Girls |
| SPN-1 | July 1 | July 29 | 9 - 12 | 9 - 12 |
| 2012 Trip | Basic Cost | Airfare | Rental Equip | New Equip | Cont Fund | Total |
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“I can’t quite put into words what leading our trip has meant to me. It was by far the most rewarding thing I have ever done as well as being one of the greatest times of my life. Thank you so much for making that possible. Gordy (Gordon Scannell, leader 1972 and 1974) was thrilled to hear all about our adventures and look at pictures from our trip. He is glad to know that not too much has changed since his era - that the same integrity and care is being put into childrens’ summers as it was 30 years ago. It’s really a remarkable program.” Jon Moncton, leader |
Logistics
When to Apply
To guarantee a place on a trip, we suggest that you reserve a place as soon as possible, by mail, phone (toll free 800-343-6132), or fax (215-891-9917). Please see applying for more information.
Trip Begins
SHP van transportation to our headquarters in Conway, MA is available from pickup points in Boston, Rye NY, Morristown NJ, Langhorne PA, and Hartford, CT. You can also drive to Conway.
Trip Ends
Logan Airport, Boston, MA. SHP van transportation is available to Framingham MA, Rye NY, Hartford CT, Morristown NJ, and Conway, MA.
Cycling
Moderate.
Bike Type
Mountain, hybrid, or road touring bike. A rental bike is available for $170.
Overnights
Camping, with hostels in Madrid and Paris.
Facilities
Hot showers and flush toilets at all places.
Air Travel
Reserved seats on scheduled flights.
To guarantee a place on a trip, we suggest that you reserve a place as soon as possible, by mail, phone (toll free 800-343-6132), or fax (215-891-9917). Please see applying for more information.
Trip Begins
SHP van transportation to our headquarters in Conway, MA is available from pickup points in Boston, Rye NY, Morristown NJ, Langhorne PA, and Hartford, CT. You can also drive to Conway.
Trip Ends
Logan Airport, Boston, MA. SHP van transportation is available to Framingham MA, Rye NY, Hartford CT, Morristown NJ, and Conway, MA.
Cycling
Moderate.
Bike Type
Mountain, hybrid, or road touring bike. A rental bike is available for $170.
Overnights
Camping, with hostels in Madrid and Paris.
Facilities
Hot showers and flush toilets at all places.
Air Travel
Reserved seats on scheduled flights.
