Thanks Nicnak
1. I was thinking of travelling a Camino route as it would have better services, but I could be wrong.
3. I would fly direct but want to use point with a carrier that goes to Heathrow, which means I can take a bike with me for a few extra points
4. thanks
5. I would normally agree having hired some fairly bad bikes, but the hassle of carting a bike around the world is making me think twice.