Trascandonga, mountain bike in Cordoba

April 18th

Departure day

Cordoba

Destination

Intermediate

Difficulty level

Trascandonga: Mountain Bike Expedition in the Sierras of Córdoba

The centrally located Córdoba Province in Argentina is the ultimate terrain for mountain biking. Steeped in history, it is the land of the ancient Spanish Jesuit order’s historic estancias (“ranches”) and iconic colonial colonization churches. As one of the most culturally vibrant and geographically diverse regions in the country, it provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable cycling adventure during both the spring and winter seasons.

From Paragliding Cliffs to Bohemian Valley Towns

The journey kicks off at the breathtaking cliffs of Cuchi Corral—a world-famous launch site favored by paragliders for its exceptional thermal wind conditions. From there, we dive into an exhilarating descent, crossing numerous pristine mountain streams as we head down toward the historic, bohemian artisan town of San Marcos Sierras. This scenic gravel road is legendary among Argentine riders, as it forms a core section of the famous Desafío al Río Pinto, the largest MTB race in South America.

A Double Crossing of the Sierras Chicas

Our carefully mapped route challenges the Sierras Chicas mountain range not just once, but twice. First, we conquer the mountain pass from La Cumbre to the isolated valley of Candonga. Next, we cross the range a second time from La Falda over to Río Ceballos. Throughout the journey, you will enjoy fast-rolling dirt roads, breathtaking panoramic views, demanding uphills, and incredibly rewarding descents.

DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL	La Cumbre / Río Ceballos (Córdoba, Argentina)
DEPARTING TIME	9:00 PM departing from Buenos Aires (or direct meeting at the first hotel)
SERVICES INCLUDED	18-seater exclusive van equipped with multimedia systems for maximum group comfort. Secure mountain bike transportation throughout the entire duration of the tour. 4×4 support vehicle equipped with two-way communication radios (providing daily on-board trail service, including granola bars, fresh fruits when available, snacks, and drinks). Professional bilingual Tour Leaders and expert local guides managing route logistics. Mechanical assistance on the road and a spare bike available in case your bicycle breaks down. Half board: daily breakfasts and lunches/trail snacks included (dinners and meals while in transit are not included). Five nights at selected cozy hotels in double or triple occupancy. Comprehensive travel medical and accident insurance. Daily Trip Information Notes featuring detailed maps, elevation profiles, and regional insights. Extensive pre-trip information package with preparation guidelines and gear checklists.
NOT INCLUDED	Dinners, meals not detailed in the program, and all drinks or alcoholic beverages. Airfares, airport taxes, and unscheduled transfers outside the official itinerary. Bike replacement parts, phone calls, laundry services, or personal expenses. MTB rental.

Additional information

Location	Candonga, Cordoba, Cuchi Corral, La Cumbre
Dates	May
Duration	7 days

Bank holiday weekend in “Sierras de Córdoba”, a fantastic bike program in La Cumbre, Cuchi Corral, San Marcos Sierras, La Falda, Candonga and Río Ceballos

Day 1:

Early in the moring we arrive at our hotel in “La Cumbre” and prepare our bikes for today. After breakfast, we receive the tour introduction and start cycling from the hotel´s gate to “Cuchi Corral” a beautiful panoramic point, where international paragliders usually take off to enjoy the incredible views and the excellent “flying conditions” of the area. From “Cuchi Corral” at 1100 metres over the sea level, we start an awesome technical down hill that will take us to San Marcos Sierra an old “hippie” look like town, while crossing small tinny streams. In the afternoon we’ll load the bikes up in the trailer to arrive at our Hotel in “La Cumbre”.
28 miles and 1600ft elevation gain

Day 2: La Cumbre to Candonga

Our second biking day starts in “La Cumbre” at 1175 metres with another hard up hill that will enable us to get incredible views from the small cities of the valley. After sixmiles we arrive at the highest point at 4900 ft that will allow us to see great yellow grass landscapes and the small hilly path getting lost in the horizon. After lunch we start enjoying this great downhill to Candonga, where a small tiny white Spanish Chapel still lies in the Sierras. We end our ride at “El Manzano” and return to our hotel at La Cumbre.
26 miles and 2300ft elevation gain

Day 3: La Falda to Río Ceballos

We travel by van to La Falda, where we unload the bikes to start another great biking day at one of the best paths of Córdoba Province: “El Camino del Cuadrado” (Square path). By the “Eden Hotel”, an old hotel constructed by German
immigrants after the Second World War, we prepare the bikes and we start a strong
uphill that will take us from 3200 feet over the sea level to 4200 feet in just three miles. Downhill begins, and while enjoying this curved zig-zag awesome path, we’ll cover more than 20 miles to arrive to “Rio Ceballos” at 2.300 feet over the sea level. There we stretch, have lunch, take a shower and load the bikes to return to Buenos Aires.
20 miles and 2400ft elevation gain