Bicycling Catalonia’s Costa Brava

Bicycling Catalonia's Costa Brava
  • Length 8 days
  • From USD$5150
  • Style/Level Classic 2.5
  • Countries Spain
  • Begin/End Girona / Figueras
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Home to some of Spain’s most iconic cities and famous (and infamous) characters, Catalonia is a one of a kind destination. With a history as diverse as the territory and a cultural identity and language of its own, this Spanish community will delight and fascinate. Join us on an 8-day bicycle tour that begins in Girona, one of the most fought after towns in all of Spanish history, having been sieged over 25 times. We’ll pedal east towards the rugged Costa Brava and through the rolling hills of the Emporda’ region – dotted with Roman ruins and medieval towns. Our journey continues through hidden fishing villages and quiet towns along small roads through wine country on our way to Figueres, Salvador Dali’s birthplace. Enjoy incredible cycling through a variety of historic towns that feature a delightful mix of modern culture and cuisine.

***If this sounds great but you prefer a longer tour. Join us to Bicycle Catalonia’s Costa Brava Plus! Barcelona which extends this itinerary 4 days.***

Highlights

  • Girona, Figueras and Dali Museum, Medieval Villages, Costa Brava Beaches, Extraordinary food – Girona has more restaurants with Michelin stars than anywhere else in the world

Includes

  • 8 days, 7 nights accommodation

  • meals as noted in itinerary

  • guided visit of Dali Museum

  • a wine tasting

  • boat trip

  • All Classic tour inclusions

Keep in mind

We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.

  • In Spain dinners are traditionally later in the evening. Though we try and arrange dinners together as early as possible, in Spain this means 8:00 to 8:30 p.m.
  • We recommend not drinking the tap water in Girona. While tap water in Europe is generally safe to drink (see information about meals and drinks on tour), Girona is an old city with old pipes. We will provide bottled water on tour in the Girona area. If you arrive early, we recommend you drink bottled water also.

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  • Total distance 292 km (181 miles)
  • Average daily distance 49 kms (30 miles)
  • Tour style Classic
  • Tour level 2.5

Highlights: Girona, Jewish Museum and Historic Center

We meet in the medieval town of Girona today. We highly recommend coming a day or two early to explore this city and begin your exploration of the Catalan culture. We’ll fit bicycles this afternoon and recommend a test ride along the river bike path before meeting for introductions and dinner together.

Meals : Dinner
 Lodging : Hotel Historic

Highlights: Cycling the Via Verde, quiet roads, beach town

Today’s ride features a gentle ascent to the highest point in the area. You’ll be rewarded for your efforts with a classic view of the Costa Brava. The van will be there to offer a lift up (or down) for those who prefer. Our descent ends at the sea and from there we’ll follow the sometimes hilly coastal road to our beach front hotel. Enjoy a dip in the Mediterranean, or some people watching this afternoon before dinner together.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
 Lodging : Hotel Sant Pol

Highlights: Beaches, rural bicycling, castles and medieval towns

Today we’ll ride along the coast to Palamos, a great coffee stop and perfect opportunity for one last dip in the sea before we head inland over rolling hills. Many of the towns we’ll pass through on today’s ride were once fortified Roman and medieval cities, so be sure to take time to meander the tiny streets. Peratallada, our destination this evening, is perhaps the best preserved as the center is entirely pedestrian and the walls still stand. You’ll notice ruts in the stone streets which were created from centuries of horse carts moving through the narrow streets.

The June 4, 2025 departure will stay at the Hotel Aatu.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
 Lodging : Hotel Aatu , Hotel Arcs de Monells

Highlights: Loop ride, optional climb

We’ll take a loop ride through the gentle hills of the Baix Emporda region today. We have a special stop planned before la Bisbal d’Emporda just a few kilometers into the ride to visit a local ceramicist. La Bisbal d’Emporda is a great town to enjoy a beverage and explore the boutiques and artist stores – some of which carry traditional pieces while others have expanded into more modern ceramic art. After our visit we’ll continue our loop ride which includes the option of a 10 km (6.2 miles) climb (500 meters or 1,600 feet) for anyone wanting a spicy challenge and a Level 3.5 day.

The June 4, 2025 departure will stay at the Hotel Aatu.

Meals : Breakfast
 Lodging : Hotel Aatu , Hotel Arcs de Monells

Highlights: Remote fishing village, stunning views of the sea

We’ll head north and inland today through gentle hills and reclaimed marshes that are now the center for the agricultural economy in the area. We’ll suggest a lunch stop in one of these small but historic towns. There is a significant climb to the hotel so anyone who prefers to rest their legs can meet at a café to regroup and shuttle. Everyone else can join local cyclists to conquer the hill that creates a natural barrier and makes this Eastern most peninsula in Spain such a unique natural and geological formation.

The June 4, 2025 departure will be at the Hotel Sol Ixtent.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
 Lodging : Hotel Playa Sol , Hotel Sol Ixent

Highlights: Dali’s home, beach front rambla, and optional rest day

Today you have the option to take a day off the bike, or bicycle to the stunning Cap de Creus – the most easterly point of the Iberian Peninsula. It’s a short but hilly ride out and back. For those who prefer a day off the bike, Cadaques has been inspirational to many great artists, including Dali, Miro, Duchamp and Picasso. Find a spot and explore your inner artist.

The June 4, 2025 departure will be at the Hotel Sol Ixtent.

Meals : Breakfast
 Lodging : Hotel Playa Sol , Hotel Sol Ixent

Highlights: Scenic Coast Boat ride, Dali Museum

We start our day with a chartered boat ride as we leave Cadaques and navigate around the rocky coastline that isolates the Cap de Creus Natural Park from the rest of the Costa Brava. Once we land in Roses we’ll pedal to Figueres, birthplace of Salvador Dali. We’ll plan a guided tour of the museum this afternoon.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
 Lodging : Hotel Pirineos

Highlights: Bon viatge

Our tour ends this morning after breakfast. We hope you have enjoyed your ride through this unique corner of Spain. Trains head straight to France or to Barcelona from here – whatever you decide to do, bon viatge. ***If this sounds great but you prefer a longer tour. Join us to Bicycle Catalonia’s Costa Brava Plus! Barcelona which extends this itinerary 4 days.***

Meals : Breakfast

Visit our Tour Level page to learn more about terrain levels and how we determine day and tour levels.

  • 2025 premium gravel bike

    Premium road bike

    Frame : Titanium with Carbon Fork built by Van Nicholas, or similar
    Type : Premium Road

  • Titanium hybrid road bike with flat handle bars and rear rack

    Premium hybrid bike

    Frame : Titanium with Carbon Fork
    Type : Premium Hybrid

  • Titanium hybrid with step-through frame

    Premium mixte step-through hybrid

    Frame : Titanium with Carbon Fork
    Type : Premium Hybrid Mixte

  • Co-Motion or Cannondale tandem

    Frame : Steel / Aluminum
    Type : Tandem

  • E-hybrid bike

    Surcharge: $250 for 6-8 days; $300 for 9-15 days; $500 16+ days
    Frame : Aluminum frame with front suspension
    Type : E-Hybrid

  • e-gravel bike

    E-road bike

    Surcharge: $300 for 6-8 days; $375 for 9-15 days; $600 for 16+ days
    Frame : Carbon frame with carbon fork
    Type : E-Road

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  • Great ride, hotels, and food. Felt very safe!

    Ellen M., Erie, CO – September 2021

  • The overall experience of cycling through the countrysides, the Mediterranean seaside areas, the larger towns and the medieval villages The diversity of the tour was incredible. This was our first tour with ExperiencePlus. I’m simply not sure how it could have been any better. We are already looking at our options for 2020.

    Mike R., Denver, CO – Sept 2019

  • One of our very best. Beautiful country, great food and lodging

    Burt S., Fairhope, CT – Sept 2019
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