This is the fastest growing hen do activity and for good reason. Who doesn't love a sangria? This will allow you to all enjoy some drinks while being tourists and enjoying all the stunning views.
Much like a beer bike or a prosecco bike, this is the latest twist in mobile bars, so you can see the sights rather than sitting in a stuffy bar for hours. Below we'll cover all the important information on what to expect if you book a sangria bike for your hen weekend.
Think of it as a group bike, where you all face each other like you were sat at a table in a beer garden, but with pedals at your feet. You then work as the engine for the bike, pedalling while the driver directs you along the pre-selected pathway. You may pass numerous tourist attractions or landmarks, depending on where you've booked this and the allocated path in place. They have to get permission from the council, so they can't go off wherever they like, they have to follow a very strict direction.
You each will have drinks to give you energy for this cycling tour, in the form of a tasty sangria, a great spin on a beer bike.
No, don't worry, there will always be a driver, who will be sober, to ensure you're going along the right route. There most commonly will be a second person, handling the drink pouring, so you can focus on having fun. They're also amazing at making sure your glasses are never empty, our kind of bar!
Yes so while each bike and provider is slightly different in their package, the majority will have some form of sound system built-in, while they commonly allow you to plug in or play your own music over bluetooth. This is ideal as you can then personalise the tunes to what your group will love. You could even make up a Spotify playlist for the journey! Make sure to speak to our party planners if this is important for you, as we can check and make sure you know what's possible with playing music.
This is a great activity to get everyone laughing, talking and bonding, while enjoying some tasty drinks. It also works wonders for those who have never been to the city and want to sightsee, even if you can't really stop off that much. It's a great daytime activity that allows you all to get a bit merry without it ever going overboard.
While you will find beer bikes across the UK and all over Europe, the sangria bike is only just emerging, while it's in locations that you would commonly order sangria in. So if you're on a Lisbon hen do or a hen weekend in Barcelona, then this is an ideal activity to book. In regards to the actual route, this can be shared with you in advance, but it depends on the city you're in. Some are through the city centre, while others are riverside, where it's easier to get permission and you don't have to worry about being caught in traffic.
In general, you should think about what you would wear if you went cycling, as your feet will be in the pedals, so you need comfortable footwear. You're not exactly racing in the Tour De France, so you don't need to worry about wearing sporty gear, you will be fine in a dress or shorts, but just make sure whatever you wear is flexible enough to pedal. You're also allowed fancy dress for this activity, so this is a great way to get the bride in a fun costume in case you want to disrobe before the night out and change into something a little more glamarous.
Absolutely, you really can't pick up too much speed on the sangria bikes, while you will have a driver directing you along the path. The pathway, whether on pavement or on a road, is always chosen to not be an intense area with speedy vehicles. For example, in Lisbon it happens on the riverside where no cars are allowed, meaning at best you might have a cyclist or old lady walk by.
Most of the bikes have a section at the back where someone can sit back and relax while the others cycle. This is crucial, as there are sometimes older members in the group, or people less physically capable, who might not be able to join in with the pedalling but don't want to miss out on the experience. Each bike is different and we can discuss this beforehand if you let us know. In fact, there is normally a hungover member who rests at the back while the others pedal, you can make them pay you back for it later by ordering a round of prosecco for everyone.
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