From city to sea to countryside, this trip is the best way to discover the Spanish Catalonia. You will see it all; enchanting landscapes, medieval villages, and picturesque seaside vistas. The trip includes 2 nights each in 3 different hotels allowing you the time necessary to take advantage of each location with one or more rest day. And why not on the beach !
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-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 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
Wine
Empordà
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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.
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.
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.
Upgraded : 4* or 5* 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 Girona
Arrive in Girona on your own and settle in your charming hotel. (transfer on your own to the hotel).
Included : phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,Orientation with a local guide,luggage transfer,bedroom, city tax and breakfast the next morning
J-2
From Girona LOOP to Canet dAdri
During this loop ride around Girona, you will discover the Catalonia countryside and beautiful villages. You will probably have enough free time to wander around the narrow streets of Old Girona.
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
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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.
Today you can choose to stay in Llafranc in order to enjoy a rest day on the beach or we suggest an hike along the coast between LLafranc and Tamariu. The steep cliffs, clear waters and lush vegetation surrounding the coastal fringe of the Baix Emporda make this area the maximum expression of the landscape of the Costa Brava.
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
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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
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We will transfer you back to Girona train station at 9:30am . According to your program, we can arrange accommodations and transportation.
Included : breakfast,transfer departure,luggage transfer,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
-The nearest airports are Girona-Costa Brava airport situated approx. 12km south of Girona. From there take a taxi or a bus to your hotel.
-Or Barcelona Airport "El Prat" situated approx. 110 km from Girona. This is the main regional national and international airport. From there you can take the metro to the Barcelona-Sants station (every 30 minutes) and connect with rail services to Girona.
-Or you can take a bus to Girona (Barcelona-Bus).
-Departure from Madremanya
-We will transfer you back to Girona train station at 9:30am
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.
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.
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."
Details
Included
ACCOMODATIONS
-7 nights of accomodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
MEALS
-Daily breakfast at each hotel
-1 dinner included (version standard) (3 dinners included version upgraded)
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 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
Other questions?
See our FAQs page for answers to common questions.
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
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
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
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
S’Agaró Hotel is located in the heart of the Costa Brava, in the exclusive, idyllic bay of S'Agaró, one of the Costa Brava’s most prestigious enclaves, a pioneer in quality holidays, internationally recognised for its select, glamorous surroundings. S’Agaró Hotel is right on the seafront, on Sant Pol beach, one of the Costa Brava’s top locations. A small beach of fine sand, far removed from the noise of other coastal areas in the summer season. The Hotel offers peace and quietness thanks to its spacious gardens and spectacular views of the bay of Sant Pol, swimming pool with snack terrace and its exclusive Sa Conca restaurant. S’Agaró Hotel provides 95 comfortable and welcoming rooms offering carefully-chosen, exclusive decoration. All boast everything required for a comfortable stay: outdoor terrace, heating, air conditioning, telephone, piped music, mini bar, hair dryer, strong box, TV with DTT and PC connection.
http://www.hotelsagaro.com/en/
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/
This charming hotel is situated in Llafranc, one of the best beach resorts on the coast of the Costa Brava. The Blaumar is in the heart of the beautiful Empordà region. Along the coastline there are a range of beaches and interesting fishing towns which the hotel staff will willingly provide valuable insight into the best beaches and coastal walking paths on the coastline. All rooms at the Blaumar have an en suite bathroom, a private terrace or garden with sea views. The hotel has soundproof bedrooms which are decorated with bright/luminous décor, hardwood floors and and lots of natural light. Each room is equipped with a flat screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, and a minibar service. Wifi is free in all rooms and public areas including the gardens and the infinity swimming pool area.
http://hotelblaumarllafranc.com/en/
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/
This charming hotel is situated in Llafranc, one of the best beach resorts on the coast of the Costa Brava. The Blaumar is in the heart of the beautiful Empordà region. Along the coastline there are a range of beaches and interesting fishing towns which the hotel staff will willingly provide valuable insight into the best beaches and coastal walking paths on the coastline. All rooms at the Blaumar have an en suite bathroom, a private terrace or garden with sea views. The hotel has soundproof bedrooms which are decorated with bright/luminous décor, hardwood floors and and lots of natural light. Each room is equipped with a flat screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, and a minibar service. Wifi is free in all rooms and public areas including the gardens and the infinity swimming pool area.
http://hotelblaumarllafranc.com/en/
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
The gorgeous medieval village of Madremanya, built entirely of stone and where time seems to stand still, is home to a small paradise where the most important thing is your guests: El Racó de Madremanya Hotel. Near Costa Brava beaches, golf, horse riding, Dalí route, Girona, ... El Racó de Madremanya has preserved the warmth of ancient times, of its stones, of its vaulted ceilings, combines echoes of history with a sophisticated and contemporary style. Boutique hotel with 12 rooms (4 suites) with all the charm of a medieval village and the comfort of impeccable details. Each of its rooms has a different personality and decoration. The garden's 3000 plus square meters, covered in lush grass, house 2 beautiful swimming pools: one is salt water and the other is freshwater (Heated from April to October).
http://elracodemadremanya.com/
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
The gorgeous medieval village of Madremanya, built entirely of stone and where time seems to stand still, is home to a small paradise where the most important thing is your guests: El Racó de Madremanya Hotel. Near Costa Brava beaches, golf, horse riding, Dalí route, Girona, ... El Racó de Madremanya has preserved the warmth of ancient times, of its stones, of its vaulted ceilings, combines echoes of history with a sophisticated and contemporary style. Boutique hotel with 12 rooms (4 suites) with all the charm of a medieval village and the comfort of impeccable details. Each of its rooms has a different personality and decoration. The garden's 3000 plus square meters, covered in lush grass, house 2 beautiful swimming pools: one is salt water and the other is freshwater (Heated from April to October).
http://elracodemadremanya.com/
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