Catalonian Flavors of the Mediterranean
Spain Bike Tours
Food, wine, & bike in Catalonia
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- Length8 days
- Prices from€830 Rates
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Overview
Cycling in Catalonia is an incredible experience! It is a diverse area with a proud history going back many thousands of years to Roman times and before.
The culinary traditions run deep as well; unique dishes, blended with cultural and historical elements, and recipes that are passed down through generations.
Empordà and Girona counties are excellent examples, borrowing from the Mediterranean sea and fertile lands of Catalonia, for a remarkable range of produce and crops.
Thanks to the Mediterranean climate and the soil, the footsteps of the mountains surrounding the plane are a perfect terrain to produce the grape. The ancient farmers in the area decided to use the plains for planting olive trees and the slopes for planting vines on terraces separated by dry-stone walls.
The tour features an optional guided visit to a wine cellar and wine tastings.
Highlights
- The landscape and wine region of l'Empordá
- Optional wine cellar visit & tasting
- Optional Michelin dinner package
- Greenway cycling
- Dali's Museum
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Girona
Day 2: Girona - St Feliu de Guíxols, 28 mi (45 km)
Day 3: St Feliu de Guíxols - Calella de Palafrugell, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 4: Calella de Palafrugell - Torroella de Montgrí, 8 mi. (29 km)
Day 5: Torroella de Montgrí - Castelló d'Empúries, 22 mi. (36 km)
Day 6: Loop ride Castelló d'Empúries, 23 mi. (37 km)
Day 7: Castelló d'Empúries - Figueres, 27 mi. (43 km)
Day 8: Departure from FigueresAll distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions, or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the route, you may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork or other unforeseen circumstances that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. In this case, please follow the directions posted locally.
Day 1: Arrival in Girona
In Girona, there is plenty to see and to do. The city is famous for having one of the best-preserved Jewish old towns and the Cathedral boasts one of the largest stone vaulted spaces in Gothic architecture. A walk along the city walls is highly recommended or following the Onyar River, which gives you a nice picturesque view of the colored houses of Onyar River. Tour documentation and maps will be waiting for you at your first hotel.Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Peninsular
- Premium: Hotel Gran Ultonia
Day 2: Girona - St. Feliu de Guíxols, 28 mi (45 km)
Your rental bike will be waiting for you at our local representative's office. After a tourist information meeting, you will follow a cycle path to exit the city to the south. If you prefer, you can request that your rental bike be delivered to your accommodations. The ride takes you straight to the Mediterranean Sea. This section follows the greenway called “El Carrilet”, passing through the towns of Quart, Cassà de la Selva, Llagostera, and Santa Cristina d’Aro. Along the route you always have the Gavarres Massif as a backdrop, a mountainous forest area, consisting mainly of oaks, important for cork production. You arrive in San Feliu de Guíxols and your hotel near the beach of Sant Pol.Elevation: +280 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Sant Pol
- Premium: Hotel Ilunion
Day 3: St Feliu de Guíxols - Calella de Palafrugell, 19 mi. (30 km)
You ride North along the coast combining the coastal road with the front sea boulevards, visiting the main port town of Palamós. After a few kilometers, you’ll pass the unspoiled cove, Platja de Castell, with its Iberian settlement on the left side. This is a nice place for a picnic and a swim in the Mediterranean sea. Later on, you arrive in the picturesque old fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, one of the pearls of Costa Brava. On the last section, you’ll be cycling along the greenway called “Ruta del Tren Petit”.Elevation: +271 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Sant Roc
- Premium: Hotel Alga
Day 4: Calella de Palafrugell - Torroella de Montgrí, 18 mi. (29 km)
Your route leads northward inland passing through Palafrugell, with its fish, meat, and vegetable market. You can also visit the Cork Museum here. After exiting Palafrugell you can stop at the Mas Oller wine cellar for a guided visit and wine tasting. Eventually, you reach Pals, one of the better-preserved medieval centers. The ride will take you through natural wetlands with extensive rice fields and long sandy beaches. The bike tour ends in Torroella de Montgrí at the foot of the castle Montgri Massif.Elevation: +180 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Fonda Mitjà
- Premium: Hotel Moli del Mig
Day 5: Torroella de Montgrí - Castelló d'Empúries, 22 mi. (36 km)
The route continues to the North passing the Montgrí massif into the county of Alt Empordà. You enter the long Bay of Roses with long, sandy beaches. Next to the pretty medieval settlement Sant Martí de Empúries and right in front of the superb beach, you should take the time to visit the archeological settlement, Empúries, with Greek and Roman ruins, the gateway of the classic cultures to the Iberian Peninsular. The route then continues North where riders will pass through the protected marshlands of Aiguamolls de l’Empordà. The route ends at the village of Castelló d’Empúries, with its rich architectural heritage, a gothic church, Count’s palace, an old market building, and a Jewish quarter.Elevation: +60 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Canet
- Premium: Hotel La Moneda
Day 6: Loop ride Castelló d'Empúries, 23 mi. (37 km)
This ride provides fantastic views of the Pyrenees as a backdrop while cycling through the 100-year-old vineyards. Today you will have the opportunity to visit the most interesting wineries, which are mainly located in the towns of Vilajuïga and Pau. This day features an optional wine tasting and picnic in Espelt Cellar.Elevation: +65 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Canet
- Premium: Hotel La Moneda
Day 7: Castelló d'Empúries - Figueres, 27 mi. (43 km)
The last bike tour heads first to Peralada (the capital of the wine DO) where you will visit the castle and the medieval town. From there you will cycle crossing the upper part of the vineyards zone passing by Garriguella, Vilamaniscle, and Rabos with the most ancient groves. Don’t miss a fast visit to the modernist cellar of Espolla cooperative. From there the tour takes you on a long downhill ride until arriving at your final destination, the city of Figueres. After arriving at Figueres riders enjoy a visit to the world-famous Theatre-Museum Dalí, still one of the most visited tourist sites in Spain.Elevation: +370 m
Preferred accommodation:
- Standard: Hotel Ronda
- Premium: Hotel Pirineos
Day 8: Departure
Your tour ends after breakfast.
Map
Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations
You will have your choice regarding the level of accommodations, standard or premium. Standard accommodations are based in 2 and 3-star hotels. Premium accommodations are based in 3 and 4-star hotels. On each day’s details, you will find the name of the preferred hotel. If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of an equal standard will be offered.
Bicycles
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 7 nights in the selected category
- Breakfasts
- Roadbook & maps
- Tourist information
- Luggage transfer
- 24-speed touring bike includes a pannier, a helmet, a map carrier, an odometer, and a water bottle. Per couple you’ll receive a basic repair kit and one bike lock.
- Emergency assistance
What’s Not Included
- Tourist tax
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
2023
Daily arrivals
Low season: March 1 - April 5 & October 1-31, 2023
Mid season: April 6 - June 22 & September 3 -30, 2023
High season: June 23 - September 2, 2023Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Standard accommodations
Low season Mid season High season Twin/double $ 1304 £ 753 $ 1,238 € 830 ₪ 3218 NZ$ 1431 NOK 9219 kr 9615 $ 932 $ 1407 £ 812 $ 1,335 € 895 ₪ 3470 NZ$ 1543 NOK 9940 kr 10368 $ 1,005 $ 1532 £ 884 $ 1,454 € 975 ₪ 3781 NZ$ 1681 NOK 10829 kr 11294 $ 1,095 Single supplement $ 377 £ 218 $ 358 € 240 ₪ 931 NZ$ 414 NOK 2666 kr 2780 $ 270 $ 432 £ 249 $ 410 € 275 ₪ 1066 NZ$ 474 NOK 3054 kr 3186 $ 309 $ 534 £ 308 $ 507 € 340 ₪ 1318 NZ$ 586 NOK 3776 kr 3939 $ 382 Solo traveler $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 Third person in a room $ 1193 £ 688 $ 1,132 € 759 ₪ 2943 NZ$ 1309 NOK 8430 kr 8792 $ 853 $ 1284 £ 741 $ 1,218 € 817 ₪ 3168 NZ$ 1409 NOK 9074 kr 9464 $ 918 $ 1397 £ 806 $ 1,326 € 889 ₪ 3447 NZ$ 1533 NOK 9874 kr 10298 $ 999 Tourist tax €5 Premium accommodations
Low season Mid season High season Twin/double $ 1579 £ 911 $ 1,499 € 1005 ₪ 3897 NZ$ 1733 NOK 11162 kr 11642 $ 1,129 $ 1784 £ 1029 $ 1,692 € 1135 ₪ 4401 NZ$ 1957 NOK 12606 kr 13148 $ 1,275 $ 2177 £ 1256 $ 2,065 € 1385 ₪ 5370 NZ$ 2388 NOK 15383 kr 16044 $ 1,556 Single supplement $ 619 £ 357 $ 588 € 394 ₪ 1528 NZ$ 679 NOK 4376 kr 4564 $ 443 $ 753 £ 434 $ 714 € 479 ₪ 1857 NZ$ 826 NOK 5320 kr 5549 $ 538 $ 985 £ 569 $ 935 € 627 ₪ 2431 NZ$ 1081 NOK 6964 kr 7263 $ 704 Solo traveler $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 $ 118 £ 68 $ 112 € 75 ₪ 291 NZ$ 129 NOK 833 kr 869 $ 84 Third person in a room $ 1440 £ 831 $ 1,366 € 916 ₪ 3552 NZ$ 1580 NOK 10174 kr 10611 $ 1,029 $ 1623 £ 937 $ 1,540 € 1033 ₪ 4005 NZ$ 1781 NOK 11473 kr 11966 $ 1,160 $ 1977 £ 1141 $ 1,876 € 1258 ₪ 4878 NZ$ 2169 NOK 13972 kr 14573 $ 1,413 Tourist tax $ 15 £ 9 $ 14 € 10 ₪ 37 NZ$ 16 NOK 106 kr 110 $ 11 Extra Options
Dinner included
One dinner at 1* Michelin restaurant (Day 1 in Girona or Day 6 in Castelló): $ 212 £ 122 $ 201 € 135 ₪ 523 NZ$ 233 NOK 1499 kr 1564 $ 152
Six dinners
Standard accommodation only: $ 259 £ 150 $ 246 € 165 ₪ 640 NZ$ 285 NOK 1833 kr 1911 $ 185
Five dinners
Premium accommodation only: $ 236 £ 136 $ 224 € 150 ₪ 582 NZ$ 259 NOK 1666 kr 1738 $ 168
Wine tasting
Wine cellar visit, wine tasting, light picnic (Day 4/6): $ 47 £ 27 $ 45 € 30 ₪ 116 NZ$ 52 NOK 333 kr 348 $ 34 *
Standard accommodations
Low season Mid season High season Girona Double/twin $ 86 £ 50 $ 82 € 55 ₪ 213 NZ$ 95 NOK 611 kr 637 $ 62 $ 86 £ 50 $ 82 € 55 ₪ 213 NZ$ 95 NOK 611 kr 637 $ 62 $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 Single $ 119 £ 69 $ 113 € 76 ₪ 295 NZ$ 131 NOK 844 kr 880 $ 85 $ 119 £ 69 $ 113 € 76 ₪ 295 NZ$ 131 NOK 844 kr 880 $ 85 $ 119 £ 69 $ 113 € 76 ₪ 295 NZ$ 131 NOK 844 kr 880 $ 85 Figueres Double/twin $ 79 £ 45 $ 75 € 50 ₪ 194 NZ$ 86 NOK 555 kr 579 $ 56 $ 79 £ 45 $ 75 € 50 ₪ 194 NZ$ 86 NOK 555 kr 579 $ 56 $ 79 £ 45 $ 75 € 50 ₪ 194 NZ$ 86 NOK 555 kr 579 $ 56 Single $ 102 £ 59 $ 97 € 65 ₪ 252 NZ$ 112 NOK 722 kr 753 $ 73 $ 102 £ 59 $ 97 € 65 ₪ 252 NZ$ 112 NOK 722 kr 753 $ 73 $ 102 £ 59 $ 97 € 65 ₪ 252 NZ$ 112 NOK 722 kr 753 $ 73 * Tourist tax is not included in the price but will be added to your final invoice.
Premium accommodations
Low season Mid season High season Girona Double/twin $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 Single $ 149 £ 86 $ 142 € 95 ₪ 368 NZ$ 164 NOK 1055 kr 1100 $ 107 $ 149 £ 86 $ 142 € 95 ₪ 368 NZ$ 164 NOK 1055 kr 1100 $ 107 $ 149 £ 86 $ 142 € 95 ₪ 368 NZ$ 164 NOK 1055 kr 1100 $ 107 Figueres Double/twin $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 $ 94 £ 54 $ 89 € 60 ₪ 233 NZ$ 103 NOK 666 kr 695 $ 67 $ 102 £ 59 $ 97 € 65 ₪ 252 NZ$ 112 NOK 722 kr 753 $ 73 Single $ 137 £ 79 $ 130 € 87 ₪ 337 NZ$ 150 NOK 966 kr 1008 $ 98 $ 137 £ 79 $ 130 € 87 ₪ 337 NZ$ 150 NOK 966 kr 1008 $ 98 $ 137 £ 79 $ 130 € 87 ₪ 337 NZ$ 150 NOK 966 kr 1008 $ 98 * Tourist tax is not included in the price but will be added to your final invoice.
Electric bike: $ 212 £ 122 $ 201 € 135 ₪ 523 NZ$ 233 NOK 1499 kr 1564 $ 152 Gravel bike: $ 212 £ 122 $ 201 € 135 ₪ 523 NZ$ 233 NOK 1499 kr 1564 $ 152 Gravel plus bike: $ 267 £ 154 $ 253 € 170 ₪ 659 NZ$ 293 NOK 1888 kr 1969 $ 191 Pedals (Shimano or Look): $ 47 £ 27 $ 45 € 30 ₪ 116 NZ$ 52 NOK 333 kr 348 $ 34 GPS, preloaded: $ 102 £ 59 $ 97 € 65 ₪ 252 NZ$ 112 NOK 722 kr 753 $ 73 Child seat: $ 55 £ 32 $ 52 € 35 ₪ 136 NZ$ 60 NOK 389 kr 405 $ 39
1 - 4 people (shared costs) Up to 8 people (additional cost per person) Girona to Girona Airport $ 71 £ 41 $ 67 € 45 ₪ 174 NZ$ 78 NOK 500 kr 521 $ 51 $ 24 £ 14 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 58 NZ$ 26 NOK 167 kr 174 $ 17 Girona - Barcelona Airport $ 306 £ 177 $ 291 € 195 ₪ 756 NZ$ 336 NOK 2166 kr 2259 $ 219 $ 24 £ 14 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 58 NZ$ 26 NOK 167 kr 174 $ 17 Figueres - Girona Airport $ 173 £ 100 $ 164 € 110 ₪ 427 NZ$ 190 NOK 1222 kr 1274 $ 124 $ 24 £ 14 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 58 NZ$ 26 NOK 167 kr 174 $ 17 Figueres - Barcelona Airport $ 464 £ 268 $ 440 € 295 ₪ 1144 NZ$ 509 NOK 3276 kr 3417 $ 331 $ 24 £ 14 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 58 NZ$ 26 NOK 167 kr 174 $ 17 Figueres - Girona $ 173 £ 100 $ 164 € 110 ₪ 427 NZ$ 190 NOK 1222 kr 1274 $ 124 $ 24 £ 14 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 58 NZ$ 26 NOK 167 kr 174 $ 17 Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This is an easy tour for most regular cyclists that combine half of the tour on quiet secondary roads and the other half on nonpaved roads. Stages are 40 km on average without any major climbs.
Airport Info
Fly to Barcelona International Airport (BCN) or to Girona Costa Brava Airport (GRO).
Local Travel
Barcelona Airport (BCN):
There are two options for onward travel Barcelona to Girona:- You can take the shuttle train to Barcelona Sants main station. The shuttle train leaves from Terminal 2. If your flight arrives at Terminal 1 there is a bus that leaves every 7 minutes and takes 10 minutes to get to Terminal 2. The train from Terminal 2 departs every 30 minutes at :08 and :38. and takes 19 minutes to get to Sants station. A taxi from Barcelona airport to Sants train station usually costs about €25 and the trip takes about 25 minutes.
- From Sants station, you can take the slow train (1:46), fast train (1:30) or the high-speed train (37 min). For train times, please see this website
It is recommended to pre-book the high-speed train tickets as it gets very busy. This can be done on the same website.Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO):
- You can use the Barcelona Bus Service (part of the Sagales Company). Buses leave for the city center every hour. You can find complete timetables on the Sagales website.
Climate
Girona has a mild climate, with plenty of sunny days and not too much rain. There are differences on the coast, which might be a couple of degrees warmer, but with a cooling sea breeze. The best season for cycling in the land of Dali is Spring (March to June) and Autumn (September- October). Temperatures range between 20° and 25º C. In summer temperatures can reach 33° - 34º.
Recommended
We recommend that you arrive early in Girona and spend a day or two here. Girona is a beautiful city where you get a real feeling for its history just by walking through its ancient streets. A walled city, dating back to the Roman period, it has a fascinating old quarter. You will be able to explore the entire city on foot since it is not very large.
Remarks
Regarding luggage transfer, please have luggage at reception no later than 9 am. Luggage will be delivered to your next hotel by 5 pm. In the event of an inclement weather forecast, please pack your pannier accordingly.
Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements, and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Emergency Assistance
In case of problems with your rental bike, emergency assistance is included. Based on the damage or the location of the breakdown, you may be directed to the bike shop for repairs. If the problem was not your responsibility, our partner will be financially responsible. Please note that normal punctures are excluded from this included service. It is understood that participants on a self-guided tour will know how to repair or change an inner tube. In case of assistance for normal punctures or if you need assistance with personal bikes, a fee will be charged for the roadside assistance.
Covid-19 Info
Country Entry Requirements
Due to the changing requirements for entry, it is imperative that you stay up to date on requirements set by the country/countries that you are visiting. Please visit our Travel Restrictions Tool page and the country/countries government webpage for this information.
Tour Operator
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- You can take the shuttle train to Barcelona Sants main station. The shuttle train leaves from Terminal 2. If your flight arrives at Terminal 1 there is a bus that leaves every 7 minutes and takes 10 minutes to get to Terminal 2. The train from Terminal 2 departs every 30 minutes at :08 and :38. and takes 19 minutes to get to Sants station. A taxi from Barcelona airport to Sants train station usually costs about €25 and the trip takes about 25 minutes.
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