Vuelta Jalisco 2023

 

Vuelta Jalisco 2023

Join Phil Gaimon for this bucket list bike tour that will start at sea level and take you to heights in excess of 2400 meters while you ride through some of Mexico's most beautiful terrain and iconic "Pueblo Magicos".


The state of Jalisco is home to some of the most incredible riding in the entire country of Mexico. This challenging tour will not only force you out of your cycling comfort zone but will also give you a wonderful opportunity to discover parts of Mexico that are unknown to most tourists.

Are you worried about riding with the likes of Phil Gaimon? Don't worry, pace will be moderate and we will have several guides as well as vehicle support on every ride. There will be various points to regather the group. We will always start and finish together each and every day.

The price of the Tour is based on Double Occupancy (Inquire about single occupancy premium) and includes the following:

- 5 Nights Accommodations
- All meals and beverages (non-alcoholic as well as local national beers included)
- Ride snacks (fruit, hydration, electrolytes and local Mexican snacks)
- One riding VeloGuide per 4 customers
- Minimum of two vehicles providing ongoing support
- Mechanical support
- Return transport to Airport or Bucerias on the final day
- Airport pick up including bike transport $50 USD Per person*

ASK ABOUT ADDING THE TEQUILA GRAN FONDO WEEKEND PACKAGE ON NOVEMBER 17 - 20, 2023

DAY 1 | Sunday, November 12 | Arrival

  • Bike set up

  • Optional Warmup Ride:
    - Bikes, Burgers and Beer Ride(4:30 pm)
    - Route to be determined (25 - 40 km)

DAY 2 | Friday, November 11

BUCERIAS to MASCOTA

The first big day when we ride from Bucerias to Mascota. This includes taking on the majestic La Virgen climb where you will climb to just under 2000 meters of elevation before heading into the endless Sierra Madre mountain range.

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Elavation:

DAY 3 | Saturday, November 12

Gran Fondo Tequila 2022

Tequila and La Yesca Climb with finish in Magdalena

This is by far one of the most incredibly beautiful and diverse rides in the world. While the day is much shorter than the previous day, be ready for a non-stop challenge with relentless grades as you make your way up the La Yesca climb. Riders will have the option to turn at earlier points during the ride with the final finish in La Yesca or finish at an earlier point with a ride in the van back to the finish.

DAY 3 | Sunday, November 13

Magdalena to Sierra Lago

Distance: 198 km

Elevation: 3877m

Another beast of a day! A lot of climbing and majestic vistas will help you pass the time before you arrive at what will be one of the toughest climbs of your life. Riders will have the option to skip the climb to Sierra Lago and check in early to accommodations in Mascota.

DAY 4 | Monday, November 14

Mascota to Talpa de Allende to San Sebastian

Distance: 95 km

Elevation: 2326m

Don't let the short distance fool you! You will definitely be challenged with the climb out of Talpa de Allende as well as the final climb of the day to the Pueblo Magico of San Sebastian del Oeste. This will be a very memorable ride as you get to pass through two of the most beautiful and historic towns in Mexico.

The ride will finish at San Sebastian. Transportation will be provided to the airport or back to Bucerias. Ask us about extending your trip to Bucerias or adding a night stay in San Sebastian.