Catalonia Cycling - 7 Nights- Farmhouses/B&B's
Traveling the Girona area of Spain by bicycle is remarkable for its archeological importance as this route visits the famous ruins of Empuries and the ancient Iberian settlement of Ullastret. Other important towns such as La Bisbal d'Emporda with its castle and ceramic tradition are wonderful visits. Figueres, the capital of Alt Emporda has the Dali museum and in Banyoles there is the lake which is the biggest in the region. The Natural Park of the Marshes is an important and protected ornithological site. Arrive in Girona and transfer to your farmhouse to start your cycling tour vacation!
Itinerary
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DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8
Day 1 | Arrival Day
Arrival in Girona by train or plane and then transfer to the first hotel on your own. We are booking you into the best hotel in the old part of Girona so that you can have this first afternoon and evening to experience Girona and in particular the old town which is very charming and worth this time. Dinner on your own this evening in any number of restaurants, we will include some of our suggestions! If today is a Saturday, then orientation today at 7pm.
Hotel Historic
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Girona
The lovely boutique-hotel Hotel Historic is a nice little hotel and apartment-house just within the ...
Day 2 | Morning Girona, Transfer to First Lodging/Orientation
You have breakfast included at your hotel in Girona, and then free time to explore more of Girona on your own and have lunch before your late afternoon transfer. At 5pm we will take you at the hotel and transfer you to the first B&B in the nearby town of Terradelles, deliver bikes, and go over the cycling tour in orientation by our representative covering the trip from this day forward. This night is in the surrounding countryside near Olives or Terradelles. You can use the remaining day to relax, or do a warm up ride. Night and dinner in your farmhouse. With advance booking, we can accommodate earlier transfers this afternoon. (B,D)
Mas Alba
Natural Park of Garraf Sitges
Cosy house 2 km from Sitges, harmoniously located between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains of...
Day 3 | Loop Ride Day 36 km
Today you will ride to Banyoles, where you can visit the town and its large lake where the 92 Olympic rowing was held. The city offers cultural and historical sites to visit. Along the undulating roads you will pass many small and charming villages with their old stone streets and houses from another time long forgotten! You can find a nice lunch or picnic spot along the route. We will include suggestions for sites and stops in your roadbook. Ride is about 36 km over flat to rolling countryside. Return for a 2nd night in your farmhouse B&B. (B,D)
Mas Alba
Natural Park of Garraf Sitges
Cosy house 2 km from Sitges, harmoniously located between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains of...
Day 4 | Ride Day 31 km
Enjoy a leisure morning and hardy breakfast before packing up to leave. Your ride is a wonderful passage today through the best part of the Massif Les Gavarres. Visit medieval towns like Sant Jordi Desvalls, Foixa with its view of hte Baix Emporda area, and La Pera. In La Pera and Pubol you can visit the Dali Castle that was restored by Dali and his wife and is now a museum. Ride: 31 km to your next farmhouse b&b near La Pera; equally charming with a quiet setting and doting hosts. Dinner included. (B,D)
Mas Duran
Mas Duran is a typical rural house of XVII century, restored for your comfort and enjoy. We open our...
Day 5 | Loop Ride Day or Rest Day 34 km
Keeping a second night at this farmhouse, you can have a leisure breakfast and go out when you want. The loop ride is through gentle countrside where you can visit a large number of picturesque medieval villages: Cruilles, Monells, La Bisbal... La Bisbal d'Emporda is the capital town and offers a medieval district and castle. Return to your same B&B with dinner included. 34 km. (B,D
Mas Duran
Mas Duran is a typical rural house of XVII century, restored for your comfort and enjoy. We open our...
Day 6 | Ride Day to Sant Pere Pescador - 48/53 km
This route goes along flatland areas toward the coast. You will pass through Torroella de Montgri, Bellcaire, and the medieval complex of Sant Marti. You will pass ancient remains of Greek and Roman cities at Empuries, the most visited archealogical site in Catalonia. You cycle along the seaside for an enchanting setting. Ride 48 km with option extend up to 53 km. Dinner on your own. (B)
Can Mas
Sant Pere Pescador
This 17th century farmhouse is situated within a picturesque, agricultural area only 2 minutes from ...
Day 7 | Loop Ride Day - Figueres 53 km
The town of Figueres, a larger city that has the museum-theatre of Salvadore Dali, is the destination today. Spend some time at the museum/theatre and explore the town. You can also visit the castle and try the wine of the village of Perelada. Ride 53 km, dinner on your own. (B)
Can Mas
Sant Pere Pescador
This 17th century farmhouse is situated within a picturesque, agricultural area only 2 minutes from ...
Day 8 | Departure day; transfer to Girona or Figueres station at 9:30 am. Breakfast included this morning before your pickup. (B)
Virtual Tour
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Accommodation: [Virtual Hotel Tour] 7 nights lodging with 1 night deluxe 4 star hotel in Girona and 6 nights in charming farmhouse B&B's where you will be welcomed into your own room with ensuite facilities. Dining is family style and a great way to meet others. Properties are well appointed often with elaborate stone and tile work, common areas offer reading places, and some of the properties have pools. Dinner is usually served late in the Spanish tradition as well as late breakfasts. (note last 2 nights do not include dinners - but options locally are possible)
Bike 105 euros: [Click for image] Trek 7200FX hybrids, 24 speed, shimano groupo, suspension saddle, aluminum frame, rapid fire shift, 700x35 presta, 15kg loaded with rear rack and panniers, 2 bottle cages and bottles (male frame only); flat pedals unless clips requested in advance. Travelers can bring own clipless pedals to be installed. SPD possible for 10 euros supplement.
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Catalonia B&B Bike Tour, Spain
Enjoy charming farmhouse B&B lodging while discovering treasures of the Costa Brava. A sunny and warm climate makes this tour possible most of the year. It is very affordable and a good option for families who need varied ride options. See our 5 night version of this trip at this link.
Duration
8 days & 7 nights
Dates 2010
Any date, All year long except August 1-31. No minimums.
Price
1099 Euros per person based on double occupancy. Single Supplement when traveling with others: 276 Euros; and single supplement when traveling solo: 420 euros. For triple or quad rooms, or for child rates, please inquire.
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Trip includes: 1 night Deluxe 4 star hotel in Girona, Farmhouse B&B lodging 6 nights, 7 breakfasts & 4 dinners as shown, all luggage transfers, arrival meeting transfer, orientation and bike set up at first farmhouse, local traveler support through our local Girona office, roadbook with riding route maps and cue sheets, suggestions for visitation and discounts, departure transfer, bike delivery, pickup. We can also arrange additional travel services and stopovers.
Level - Level 2
Moderate - flat to rolling countryside.
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Bike Rental Info
Trek Hybrids, see rates and details below the itinerary
Options
Bike Ride options
Girona stop overs
Trains, car rental, other services
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Local Coordinator
Bo, Laura, or Empar are available to help; they all live in Catalonia and will meet you for orientation and provide emergency assistance throughout your trip.
Customer Comments
"The trip was the most relaxing time I've spent in 20 years. I learned how to slow down. There were no TVs, radios, phones, internet or clocks. Just listening to the birds chatting outside the window was the music for the evening. We spent a lot of time speaking Spanish (and Catlan) while getting to know the hosts and other B & B world travelers. Thanks for a memorable vacation!"
- Mark M.
"The tour was GREAT, every day was like a treasure hunt, great new places to discover! the food, of course was unbelievable, and the best meals we had were at little places we discovered along the way for lunch, mostly three star cafes. the scenery was also unbelievable, the coast is great and the foothills were also fun and beautiful."
- Dan. G
"We had a great experinence. Terrific support and info from Maggie, Saskia and Dave."
- Al B.
"Your itinerary was really excellent and we all felt we got a true feeling for Northern Spain--the interior with the medieval villages and then the costa brava was wonderful."
- Jan T.
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