Classic Catalan Self-Guided Cycling

Classic Catalan Self-Guided Cycling

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Classic Catalan Self-Guided Cycling

9 Days Starting and ending in Calella De Palafugell

Visiting: Calella de Palafrugell, Begur, Platja de Pals, Torroella de Montgrí, Figueres, Girona

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

C08CL

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Leisurely / Moderate

Age range:

8 to 99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English
Interests:

Cultural, Photography

Activities:

Cycling, Sightseeing, Walking

From:
$2525 (USD)

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Tour Overview

Rich with medieval villages, historic castles and churches, Catalonia (Catalunya) is contrasted with an impressive rocky coastline, dotted with pretty fishing villages, crystal-clear waters and beautiful golden sandy beaches. Steeped in culture and history, Catalonia's traditions date back over thousands of years. Enjoy exploration on this 9-day self-guided Catalan adventure!



Highlights

  • An abundance of nature: giant bamboo, cork oaks, olives and vines

  • Lovely contrasting hotels including a converted mill in a large gardens

  • Rich in cultural history: ruined castles, hilltop fortresses, cathedrals and battlefields

  • Spectacular coastal views across to the Illes Medes

  • Artists' villages, beautiful sandy beaches, craggy coves and rocky bays

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Calella De Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Garbi
Meals Included: No Meals

Arrive in Calella and head to the local 'blue flag' beaches or relax by the

hotel pool before dinner. We provide plenty of recommendations in Calella for

dinner.

Day 2 : Calella De Palafrugell To Torroella De Montgri
Location: Begur, Platja de Pals, Torroella de Montgrí
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Moli del Mig
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

 



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Today's 'warm-up' ride takes you inland through Palafrugell, then on to Begur

with its hilltop mediaeval castle remains and its colonial Cuban-influenced

villas, built by locals who emigrated to Cuba and returned once they had made

their fortunes. Visit the fabulous sweep of beach at Platja de Pals then

continue on to Torroella de Montgri for two nights. 

Day 3 : At Torroella De Montgri
Location: Torroella de Montgrí
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Moli del Mig
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cycle into Torroella and explore the medieval centre and walls, originally

the Royal Port for the Kings of Aragon, before the River Ter silted up and

the port was moved to nearby L'Estartit. You could cycle here for some great

beaches or walk up to the 13th century fortress, Montgri Castle, set on the

top of the Montgri Massif, overlooking the town and the Emporda plain

beyond.



Day 4 : Torroella De Montgri To Figueres
Location: Figueres
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pirineos
Meals Included: Breakfast

Follow flat country lanes to the coast at L'Escala and explore the ancient

Greek and Roman Empuries ruins. The town was founded in 575 BC by Greek

colonists, later occupied by the Romans, then abandoned in the Middle Ages

due to its exposed coastal position leaving it open to attack. Cycle on to

Castello d'Empuries, with its 1,000-year-old church, Santa Maria de Castello,

before continuing on to Figueres.

Day 5 : At Figueres
Location: Figueres
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pirineos
Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore Figueres today. Stroll along La Rambla and discover the old town's

mediaeval squares and arches. As the birthplace of Salvador Dali, the

Teatre-Museu Gala Salvador Dali, designed by the artist himself, is a

must-see. Also visit the 18th century Sant Ferran Castle, a large military

fortress (the largest monument in Catalonia), built with a pentagonal plan

and sophisticated construction techniques for the time.

Day 6 : Figueres To Girona 
Location: Girona
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Ciutat de Girona
Meals Included: Breakfast

Heading further inland, we follow an undulating route through deep green

meadows, cork forests and tiny charming hamlets. Then follow the Rivers Ter

and Onyar into the region's capital Girona.

Day 7 : At Girona
Location: Girona
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Ciutat de Girona
Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore this stunning city, dating back to pre-Roman times. Walk the city

walls for a different perspective of the sights: discover the Placa de la

Independencia, the impressive cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and the Onyar

River's picturesque bridges and painted houses. A regular fast train can take

you to Barcelona for a day in the Catalan capital. Or cycle to Catalonia's

largest natural lake 'Estany de Banyoles' the venue for 1992 Olympic rowing

events. 



Day 8 : Girona To Calella De Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Garbi
Meals Included: Breakfast

Ride out of Girona on the Via Verde, an old narrow-gauge railway line that

heads, mostly downhill, all the way to the coast. Continue around the coast

past Platja d'Aro and Calonge to the seafront town of Calella de

Palafrugell. 

Day 9 : Leave Calella De Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Meals Included: Breakfast

LEAVE CALELLA DE PALAFRUGELL



What's Included

  • Luggage transfers between hotels

  • Headwater wine service 

  • All breakfasts and 2 evening meals 

  • All accommodation 

  • GPS route navigation 

  • High quality bikes 

What's Not Included

  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement).

  • Visas & vaccinations

  • Travel insurance

Food


All breakfasts and 2 evening meals included

Traditional Spanish food such as /paella/, /chorizo/ and /albondigas/
(meatballs) can be found on just about every menu in Catalunya, but don’t
forget to try the regional specialities too. Local cuisine features plenty of
fish, including world-renowned anchovies from L’Escala, and /botifarras/
(black pudding) from the mountains. A good starter might be /Pan
Catal//á/
/ /(pa amb tom//à//quet),/ this is lightly toasted bread,
drizzled with olive oil and topped with tomatoes and garlic. Thanks to its
geography, the region has developed “Sea and Mountain” - /mar y muntana/
cuisine, combining chicken with lobster, or rabbit with prawns. Fruits are
used as well, such as roasted chicken and figs, or pheasant and grapes.

 Dishes are rich and hearty, however, it is not just a meat-based cuisine,
there are plenty of vegetable options. Catalan dishes also rely heavily on
sauces: /Sofrito/ is an onion and tomato sauce, /Picada/ is made from dried
fruits, nuts and herbs, /Sanfaina/ is a sauce of fried peppers, aubergines,
onions and tomatoes and /Romesco/ is made with tomatoes, peppers, nuts and
garlic. Most menus are written in both Castilian and Catalan and sometimes in
English too, but you may find a pocket dictionary useful in the more remote
places.

Accommodation

The hotels on this holiday are as varied as the scenery, and include the Hotel Garbi, overlooking the fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell; the contemporary Hotel Moli del Mig; a converted 15th century mill in Torroella de Montgri and two chic town hotels one which has a small pool.

Check out our Q&As

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    No visa required for British passport holders.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    4-Star

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Minimum 8 Years old people can go on this tour.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    There are no specific health risks.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews of this Operator

Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team

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Tim Hardy  

Stunning walking. Walking the Amalfi Coast

04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip!

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John Edwards (Google Reviewer)  

I went cycling in Albania...

19-Aug-2023

I went cycling in Albania with exodus as my first holiday with them. Such a well organised and wonderful experience where I met multiple fellow travellers who have been advocates of them for many years. You can't argue with happy repeat customers and I'm planning my next adventure with them soon

Rob Burridge (Google Reviewer)  

I'v just come back from...

17-Jul-2022

I'v just come back from an amazing Wildlife & Wilderness trip in Botswana and I highly recommend Exodus Travels. Our guide Brian, was extremely knowledgeable on both the wildlife and history of Botswana and neighbouring countries. The other three staff, Abbis, Chief & Mr T, who accompanied us through out our 2 week trip, put in the hard work and made sure our camp was always prepared and that we we're well fed and looked after. The tour took us to some beautiful places and we saw some amazing wildlife, and on several occasions this was due to Brian's knowledge of the area and wildlife behaviour. Exodus have been very quick to respond to any queries I had, and the whole experience ran smoothly. I was also pleased to hear that during lockdown they provided staff with food packages 👍. I'd normally go on self organised trips, however, with this trip, the tour and guide Brian took us to places not possible otherwise and showed us things that we would'v missed out on. All of which were the highlights of the tour.

Daphne Partridge (Google Reviewer)  

After 14 roup adventure holidays...

26-Nov-2023

After 14 roup adventure holidays with Exofus we would not hesitate to recommend them as an excitingholiday company. They take you off the beaten track but offer great support and expertise :)

Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer.

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!!

johanna leonor (Google Reviewer)  

If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service.

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