Best of Catalonia Cycle Touring

Mountain passes, medieval villages, and a mesmerizing coastline await

This is a wonderful 9-day/8-night bicycle tour that includes cycling the 'Carrilet', the converted railway that runs for 135 km from Ripoll in the Pyrenees to Sant Feliu de Guixols on the Mediterranean Sea.

The riding starts in the mountain town of Ripoll, cycling the 'Ruta del Ferro' to the village of Sant Joan de les Abadesses. Gliding through the town and over the magnificent mountain pass of the 'Col de Santigosa', you'll descend into Olot, the capital of the volcanic region of 'La Garrotxa'.

From Olot to Girona, the riding is a gentle descent for about 60 km into Girona through stunning scenery. The following day’s section of the Carrilet, between Girona and Sant Feliu de Guixols, is approximately 40 km and covers a diverse range of scenery, from the undulating farmland around Girona to the pine and cork forests of the coastal region. A truly beautiful ride.

The itinerary then heads north along the breathtaking Costa Brava coastline, exploring its many treasures. A second day in Llafranc is included in the itinerary to further explore the iconic Costa Brava bays of Tamariu and Calella de Palafrugell.

The last two days of the tour are spent following the Baix Emporda Cycling Network routes that head inland through the timeless medieval villages of the region. Your cycling route takes you to the village of Pubol, where Salvador Dali’s 'Castle Museum' is located with many of his great works on display.

On your final day, you will be transferred to Girona train station to return to Barcelona by train after a fantastic 8 days of exploring the very best of this region of Catalonia.

NOTE: If you wish, you may extend this program. In order to book during the months of July or August, the program must be extended by one night due to hotel restrictions. August is a high-volume travel month, so if you wish to book during this month, we will secure a price quote from our local partner. Please contact us for pricing.

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