Cycling Girona and the Catalan Coast

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Bicycle Guided and Escorted

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Barcelona, Spain

Ends

Barcelona, Spain

Highlights

Cycle along car-free paths reserved for bike riders and walkers

Discover the beautiful Catalan countryside on two wheels

Enjoy several opportunities for swimming in the Mediterranean Sea

Visit the medieval towns of Besalu, Begur and Pals

Visit a winery for a wine-tasting session

Itinerary

Renowned among professional cyclists, Girona and the Catalan Coast offer some of Europe’s most scenic cycling routes—now’s your chance to discover them firsthand on the “Cycling Girona and the Catalan Coast” trip. Tailored for experienced travelers seeking a moderately active adventure, this seven-day guided bicycle tour starts in Barcelona and winds through Olot, medieval villages, and even reaches the dramatic coastline before finishing in Lindisfarne.

Pedal along tranquil country roads, disused railway lines, and coastal paths, challenging yourself on rewarding climbs while soaking in panoramic views. Along the way, explore ancient towns, delve into Catalonia’s rich history with guided tours, and pause for a memorable wine tasting session at a local estate. Accommodation, meals, and transport are all included, allowing you to focus entirely on the cycling experience.

What makes this tour package truly unique is its immersive blend of physical adventure and cultural discovery: from scenic rides to hands-on history and local flavors, this journey is perfect for those who want to experience Catalonia on two wheels while connecting deeply with its landscapes and traditions.

day 1 - Adventure starts in Barcelona

We start the trip in Barcelona, a captivating city of quirky landmarks and excellent cuisine.

Our cycling starts tomorrow but the adventure begins this afternoon. Say hola to your tour leader and fellow travellers as we take advantage of our time here with a guided walking tour. Stops include La Rambla, the Christopher Columbus statue, Barcelona Cathedral and the Gothic Quarter.

Around 6pm, we gather as a group to learn more about the adventures ahead. This is followed by a group dinner.

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Accommodation: Catalonia Sagrada Familia/Hotel Ronda House (or similar)

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Meals:Dinner

Accommodation:Catalonia Sagrada Familia/Hotel Ronda House (or similar)

day 2 - Transfer to Olot; cycle to Girona; afternoon walking tour

After breakfast, we have a transfer (approximately two hours) to Olot where we fine tune our bikes before we start cycling in Garrotxa National Park. This is the perfect place to get used to our bikes as we follow The Carrilet, a car-free path reserved for cyclists and walkers that follows a disused narrow-gauge railway. Today's route includes some easy gradual climbing during the first 7.5mi (12km) and then a long gentle descent through the countryside until we reach the medieval town of Girona, a hotspot for cycling pros for more than two decades. This evening, we have a guided walking tour of the town, visiting the old quarter and the Jewish quarter, before ending in La Rambla de la Llibertat, the culture-soaked main street in Girona, where we find somewhere for dinner.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Gran Ultonia (or similar)

day 3 - Cycle to Sant Feliu de Guixols; transfer to Calella de Palagrugell

We continue cycling along the car-free Carrilet until we reach the Mediterranean Sea in Sant Feliu de Guixols. We start with a short uphill section to reach Llagostera, where we stop for refreshments, and then enjoy an easy long descent to the Costa Brava coast. We stop for lunch before boarding the bus for a transfer (approximately 30 minutes) to our destination for the next two nights, Calella de Palafrugell. Our hotel is within walking distance of the coast, so take the chance for a swim at one of the nearby beaches.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Alga (or similar)

day 4 - Loop ride to Palafrugell and Palamos; wine tasting and back to Calella

Today's ride follows a circular route south of Calella to Palamos and back. During our journey to Palamos, we travel through the colourful market town of Palafrugell, where we stop to check out the local produce and enjoy a coffee while watching the market in action. After, we cycle using another disused railway to the fishing town of Palamos and visit the unspoiled sandy beach of Castell. This afternoon, we cycle back to Calella, stopping at a winery to sample their produce.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Alga (or similar)

day 5 - Cycle to Torroella de Montgri

We start cycling after breakfast, leaving the coast behind and travelling inland to the walled medieval town of Begur. Today is one of the most scenic days as we cycle past farmlands, sunflower fields and through the gothic walled towns of Begur and Pals. We have a chance to jump off our bikes to explore both towns, and for lunch we can sample the local paella recipe in Pals. This afternoon, we have a mainly flat route on quiet roads and gravel tracks that will take us through various villages until we reach our hotel in the town of Torroella de Montgri.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Moli del Mig (or similar)

day 6 - Cycle to Banyoles; transfer to Besalu

Our final day of cycling is also one of the most picturesque, as we travel through Catalan countryside using a combination of quieter backroads and gravel tracks.

Our first stop is the town of Púbol, where artist Salvador Dalí bought a castle for his wife Gala. We then stop in San Esteban de Guialbes for lunch and the chance to try the Catalan dish of snails and butifarra (a type of pork sausage). After, we ride close to the town of Banyoles, where our cycling ends.

Then take a transfer (approximately 30 minutes) to our final destination, Besalu. After checking into our hotel and a chance to shower, enjoy a walking guided tour of this medieval town. We visit the 12th-century bridge, the Sant Pere Monastery and Saint Vincent Church, before our last group meal together.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Casa Marcial (or similar)

day 7 - End Besalu; transfer to Barcelona airport

Our adventure ends with a transfer from Besalu to Barcelona airport. If you’ve still got the appetite for a bit more exploration, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

Meals:Breakfast

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All breakfasts and one dinner

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Others

Local bike hire

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