Barcelona & Northern Spain

DURATION 8 days/7 nights

PRICE FROM 2359 €

COLLECTION Cycling - Standard

DIFFICULTY

DESTINATION Spain , Catalonia

SEASONALITY This tour starts any day of the year.

CATEGORY Adventure vacations for couples , Group tours to europe , European tours for seniors , Singles tours europe , Electric Assist Bike Tours

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HIGHLIGHTS

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Highlights

This trip will allow you to discover all of Catalonia. Leaving from Barcelona, a famous cosmopolitan city with its many architectural treasures, and then traveling to Girona and finally on to the Mediterranean Coast. You will meet the works of Gaudi and Dali which are well known all over the world. You will pass through small medieval villages, taste the Spanish flavors, and you may even enjoy the beach!

To see

-Discover Barcelona
-Catalonia countryside and beautiful villages and the narrow streets of Old Girona.
-Sant Feliu with its wonderful seaport and old monastery.
-Castell d'Aro then on to the fishing town of Palamos where you could visit the Fish Museum on the harbor or wonder round the fish market
-Pals and Peratallada
-The Gala Dali Castle in Pubol

Gastronomy

the bellota (iberian ham), the tapas, the paellas, the escalivada, the pa amb tomaquet, the Crema catalana, the sangria, the xuixo, the apple of Girona, the anchovies of l'Escala, Es niu, olive oil of the Empordà, the churros, the rice of Palz, the cargolade

Wine

le bellota (jambon ibérique), les tapas, la paella, l'escalivada, le pain à la tomate, la crème catalane, la sangria, le xuixo, la pomme de Gérone, les anchois de l'Escala, Es niu, huile d'olive de l'Empordà, les churros, le riz de Palz, la cargolade

Feedbacks

We very much enjoyed our self-guided cycling tour. We had great support and communication in the planning. Throughout our week everything went off as planned. Mark B.

This was my second experience with Discover France and had, again, an amazing time with my children. If you want to discover, on your own, little cities in France, this is what you have to do. Linda G.

Our first but certainly not our last trip to beautiful France! The routes were well laid out, the app worked well, the bikes were comfortable and the hotels were excellent. Ingrid A.

We truly had a glorious time and only have compliments for you and your company. Equipment, information, assistance, accommodation were faultless and Solène at Discovery France took care of us from the first e-mail of enquiry until the end of the cycle trip. We truly can’t wait for our next adventure with Discover France. Anna.V

Hands down the best adventure organization I’ve ever worked with abroad. This will be my 5th time returning to the TdF in 2025 with Discover France. Gabriel and the reservation team do everything they can to make your trip exactly as you hope. If there’s something they can or cannot do they work with you all the way. It’s a very one-on-one, professional and reassuring process for reservations abroad. The programs are incredibly memorable, with exclusive VIP access that exceeds any other TdF organizations. Their focus is the riding, course, and to make sure your experience on a bike is as good as it can possibly be. Other programs offer different bells and whistles to their TdF packages but absolutely nothing is as exclusive, personalized, and uniquely small-group as Discover France programs. You do not need to be an expert rider for the programs. But experience and at least comfort on a bike is needed. The rides can also be tailored on a daily (or even hourly) basis to the rider/group skill, weather, overall energy level that day, and your personal preferences. Support vehicle with special French credentials allows for Discover France to provide a van with you the entire trip. Sun, clouds, rain, sleet/snow (yes…it’s the Pyrenees or Alps), hot and cold: there is always a vehicle that can help you along the way and offer a place to bring along your gear like the professionals. Shout out to: Florentin and Titouan for spectacular rides and support expertise. Finally, Thomas and Aurelian are two of the most dedicated cycling enthusiasts and leaders of a one-of-kind organization. Their dedication and leadership is evident from the top down as all of the guides and employees seem to love their works as much as they do.

PROGRAM

Hotel version

Our hotels or B&B > provide amenities that are ideal for active vacations , located in easy walking distance to downtowns, restaurants and sightseeing. We prioritize family-owned , authentic accomodations over large chains. Standard : 3* or 4* hotels. If the hotel advertised on our website is full, we will book you in another establishment equivalent in category.

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Arrival in Barcelona

Arrive in Barcelona, which is easily accessible. Make your way to the first hotel on your own. After checking in at your hotel, you will have the opportunity to explore the many sites of Barcelona.

Accommodation : Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona show

Included : phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,luggage transfer,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning

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Walking Tour in Barcelona

Discover Barcelona on foot, our walking tour will take you to the main cultural sites. You have 2 options to choose from: the short option will take you around the most important sites while staying in the historic city center, and the long option will take you up to the heights of Barcelona to discover a superb view and the Parc Guell. Barcelona will not disappoint!

Distance: 9km (5mi) / 13km (8mi)

Elevation: 85m / 230m

Time: 2h30 / 3h30

Accommodation : Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona show

Included : bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning

Walking Tour in Barcelona

Distance: 9km (5mi) / 13km (8mi)

Elevation: 85m / 230m

Time: 2h30 / 3h30

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Transfer from Barcelona & Orientation, bike set-up

Our local guide will meet you in Barcelona and will transfer you to Girona. He will bring your bicycles, road-books, GPS and touristic information.

An expert of the region, you can ask him all the questions you have about your trip. Then he will adjust your bike so you feel comfortable riding.

Accommodation : Nord1901**** - Girona show

Included : Orientation with a local guide,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning

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From Girona to Sagaro

Following the cycle path, a converted railway line called 'El Carrilet', this ride brings you to the Mediterranean Coast. You will arrive in Sant Feliu with its wonderful seaport and old monastery.

Distance : 41 Km (25.2 mi).

Elevation : 212 m.

Accommodation : Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola**** - Sant Feliu de Guixols show

Included : luggage transfer,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning,dinner (no drinks)

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From Sagaro (barcarola van der valk) to Llafranc

The route runs gently down to Castell d'Aro then on to the fishing town of Palamos where you could visit the Fish Museum on the harbor or wonder round the fish market. Then you will join the very nice Llafranc bay a lovely place for a romantic dinner on the beach.

Distance : 30 Km (19 mi).

Elevation : 263 m.

Accommodation : Hotel Terramar - Llafranc show

Included : luggage transfer,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning

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From Llafranc to Madremanya

This itinerary leaves the coast and brings you to through a couple of medieval settlements like the charming towns of Pals and Peratallada. Pals is declared a Historic Artistic Site. In the Gothic quarter of Pals, pretty cobbled streets flanked by aristocratic houses await you. Do not forget to try the area's cuisine, based on products from both the sea and of the mountain.

Distance : 40 Km (25 mi).

Elevation : 380 m.

Accommodation : Hotel La Placa*** - Madremanya show

Included : luggage transfer,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning,dinner (no drinks)

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Madremanya LOOP around

Today your cycle route takes you to Pubol. The castle in the village was bought by Dali for his wife Gala. The Gala Dali Castle in Pubol, open to the public since 1996, allows visitors to discover a medieval building in which Salvador Dali lent material form to an exuberant creative effort (through the paintings, sculptures and library collections) with his mind set on one person, Gala. After your visit, your itinerary will bring you to Ullastret and Puig de Sant Andreu in which is the largest Iberian settlement known in Catalonia. This place is now considered to have been a true town.

Distance : 41 Km (26 mi).

Elevation : 429 m.

Accommodation : Hotel La Placa*** - Madremanya show

Included : bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning,dinner (no drinks)

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Departure from Madremanya

We will transfer you Girona at 9:30am . According to your program, we can arrange accommodations and transportation.

Included : breakfast,transfer departure,client transfer

CUSTOMIZED
TOUR

This is a catalog tour, it can be modified as you wish : add extra nights, extra activities (wine tastings, visits, transfers...).

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

-Barcelona Airport "El Prat". This is the main regional national and international airport. From there you can take the metro to the Barcelona-Urgell station L1 (every 45 minutes). From there take a taxi or walk to your hotel (10 minutes).

-Departure from Madremanya
We will transfer you back to Girona train station at 9:30am. According to your program, we can arrange accommodations and transportation before or after your tour.

BIKES

included

Hybrid Bike - Standard

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GHOST SQUARE CROSS X (Standard) (or equivalent)

The SQUARE Cross is for city and country alike - a true Crossover bike. A clean, urban style, fast and smooth on the road, superior and comfortable on gravel. Based on a stiff, beautifully designed frame which sets the simple and high-quality standard with regards to design and construction.

Included with your bike rental :

• Rear pannier containing : Helmet / Lock / pump / 2 spare tubes

• Handlebar bag containing : Toolkit / Tire levers / Patch kit

• 1 water bottle

• Odometer

• Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps/cages on request

Note: "Please notice that every bike change during the trip may cause an extra cost."

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Electric Assisted Bike - Standard

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The Sinus Tria by WINORA is THE urban electric bike par excellence! With its modern design and its equipment perfectly adapted to the requirements of the city.

Included with your bike rental :

• Rear pannier containing : Helmet / Lock / pump / 2 spare tubes

• Handlebar bag containing : Toolkit / Tire levers / Patch kit

• 1 water bottle

• Odometer

• Bike charger

• Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request

Note: "Please notice that every bike change during the trip may cause an extra cost."

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Gravel Bike - Standard

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Bike rental description :

BMC GRAVEL BIKE URS FOUR (Standard) (or equivalent)

The BMC Gravel is the bike to ride on all roads in all weather conditions!! Full Carbon frame. SRAM Apex 1 group-set, 11-42T , Disk brakes.

Included with your bike rental :

• Saddle bag containing: Toolkit / Tire levers / Patch kit / 2 spare tubes /1 hand pump.

• Helmet

• Odometer

• 2 souvenir water bottles

• Pedals (flat or cages on request). You can bring your own pedals to clip in (with a pedal wrench)

Note: "’Please note that any bike change during the trip may incur an extra fee."

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Included

ACCOMODATIONS

-7 nights of accomodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath

MEALS

-Daily breakfast at each hotel
-1 dinners included

BIKES

-Hybrid bike rental included

GEAR

-Complimentary Discover France Gear (including water bottle, drawstring bag)
-Guidance Application (phone not provided)

SUPPORT

-Orientation in person with our local guide
-Detailed ROAD BOOK, including detailed maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
-Comprehensive trip literature
-Technical and emergency support available at all times

TRANSFER

-Transfer from Barcelona to Girona on day 3.
-Transfer from Madremanya to Girona the last day
-All luggage transfers

Not included

-Airfare to and from the trip -Lodging before and after the trip -Drinks -Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook -Multirisk travel insurance

Rates

Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date

PRICE FROM / PER PERSON

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION

Double occupancy *

2359 €

Single supplement **

596 €

Solo traveler ***

2497 €

* Please contact us for triple hotel rates. ** Traveling with a group. *** Traveling alone.

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From / Per person

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard

384€

Gravel Bike - Standard

349€

CANCELLATION INSURANCE

Cancellation insurance 6%

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

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Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona

Between Plaza Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia, and just a minute away from the Ramblas, in the centre of Barcelona, Hotel Jazz is the best way to get to know the city. A modern, cosmopolitan, and lively hotel right at the heart of Barcelona, the chic Hotel Jazz has an amazing pool and solarium on the 8th floor, an oasis of calm in the city center, and a truly unique spot for relaxing after a trek through the city’s Gothic neighborhood or the Raval, or visiting some of Gaudí’s masterpieces in the Eixample.
https://www.hoteljazz.com/en/

Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona

Nord1901**** - Girona

Located in the historical and commercial heart of Girona, in an old building which has been completely renovated on 2009, Hotel Nord 1901 Girona offers sophisticated and comfortable rooms and apartments equipped with plenty of details. Hotel Nord 1901 Girona has the only garden with swimming pool in the centre of the city, as well as several conference rooms with direct access to the garden for celebrating all kinds of events. Guests will find themselves in a typical Catalan building that has respected Girona Old Town’s essence. The colours, materials, spaces, design, everything in Hotel Nord 1901 Girona has been chosen with a unique aim: achieving the customers’ maximum satisfaction and reminding them the city they are in.
http://www.nord1901.com/EN/hotel.html

Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola**** - Sant Feliu de Guixols

This Mediterranean-style hotel is ideal for a beach break on one of the prettiest bays along the whole Costa Brava. It lies just 30 m from Sant Pol beach in beautiful S'Agaró. Use the Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola as a base to spend a peaceful holiday on the golden beaches of nothern Catalonia. After a day in the warm sunshine, cool off with a refreshing dip in the hotel’s own outdoor swimming pool. Start each day with the hotel’s delcious buffet breakfast. Then, each evening, enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant or out on the terrace which surrounds the swimming pool. Accompany this tasty meal with a fine Spanish wine.
https://www.hotelbarcarola.es/en

Hotel Terramar - Llafranc

Welcome to a small corner of the Mediterranean. To a story on the Costa Brava. To a hotel with charm. Welcome to Hotel Terramar in Llafranc. Situated on the sea front, overlooking the magnificent beach of Llafranc, the Hotel Terramar boasts modern and well-lit rooms, which provide you with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Hotel Terramar is set in tranquil surroundings, from here you can enjoy a short morning walk to the beach. There, you can spend the day relaxing on the fine sands, and swimming in the sea. Terramar is also equipped with an on-site gym, where you can do some light exercise. Then, you can head to the sun terrace, where you can soak up some rays and read a book. In the evening, dine in the stylish setting of the on-site restaurant, serving fresh seasonal cuisine.
https://www.hterramar.com/fr/

Hotel La Placa*** - Madremanya

Located in the village of Madremanya, behind a colourful field of sunflowers is La Plaça, which is not only a fine accommodation in itself but also a place that is widely renowned for its restaurant. The building is made of a light brown stone dating back to the time of the Romans. It integrates so well with the village’s architecture that you can’t really tell where the hotel starts or ends. The apartments are well decorated, each one containing a chimney, small lights and candles, high quality furniture as well as a very well equipped kitchen and a terrace. Rooms are just as attractive and comfortable. The surrounding village is charming. You can easily get lost as you walk through the small cobble stoned inroads - a perfect place to spend relaxing days.
http://www.hotelmadremanya.com/?lang=en

Barcelona & Northern Spain

Highlights

To see

Gastronomy

Wine

Feedbacks

PROGRAM

Arrival in Barcelona

Walking Tour in Barcelona

Walking Tour in Barcelona

Transfer from Barcelona & Orientation, bike set-up

From Girona to Sagaro

From Sagaro (barcarola van der valk) to Llafranc

From Llafranc to Madremanya

Madremanya LOOP around

Departure from Madremanya

CUSTOMIZEDTOUR

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

BIKES

Hybrid Bike - Standard

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard

Gravel Bike - Standard

Details

Included

ACCOMODATIONS

MEALS

BIKES

GEAR

SUPPORT

TRANSFER

Not included

Other questions?

Rates

Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date

Upgrade your bike

CANCELLATION INSURANCE

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

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Catalonia Heritage : Dali, Costa Brava and More

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Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona

Jazz hotel*** - Barcelona

Nord1901**** - Girona

Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola**** - Sant Feliu de Guixols

Hotel Terramar - Llafranc

Hotel La Placa*** - Madremanya

Hotel La Placa*** - Madremanya

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