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When should I go?
Any time from April/May through October is good. Fridays work best though we can be flexible on this.

In July and August it may be hard to find space at these small hotels and it can be hot for walking.

The driest month is usually September although you should be prepared for occasionally cool conditions in the evenings.

May tends to be showery but is also one of the most beautiful months to visit.

October gradually gets more changeable but benefits from the beautiful autumnal forests.

In May, June and October you should be prepared for occasional cold, wet mountain conditions.

Altitudes range from sea level to 1,450m.

Summer temperatures range between 15°-30°c.

How active?
The walks are reasonably strenuous but you walk at your own pace.

The ascents and descents are not generally particularly hard and distances are moderate.

You can expect to be walking for an average of about five hours a day.

You must enjoy hill walking to get the most out of this holiday.

Please note that in late July and August it can get uncomfortably hot so we tend to advise against these months for travel on this trip.

How comfortable?
First class small inns and hotels, twin/double en suite rooms.

The hotel on day four is the most basic or characterless but it is still comfortable. The others are of a good standard.

Your bags are taken for you from place to place.

How independent?
Completely independent but supported.

When you arrive in La Rioja, you are met by our transfer driver who takes you back to the start point of the walk.

We provide you with all the maps, walking notes and local information you will need.

While you are walking you can relax knowing that support and help is a phone call away.

Where do I fly to?
Bilbao: Easyjet has a midday flight from London Stansted on the Saturday. This will be followed by a 1.5 hour drive to la Rioja.

On the Sunday you can return on the 9pm flight to make the most of your time in La Rioja.

Iberia has flights from London Heathrow though timings are not generally as conducive.

For more options see Sky Scanner

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