Bike Tour: Girona and Cadaqués

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Bike Tour: Girona and Cadaqués

Discover the charms of the Costa Brava and the Alt Empordà region on a bike tour through Catalonia’s most Mediterranean region. From historic Girona to Cadaqués, passing the Dalí Museum in Figueres and the area’s vineyards, this trip will take you through spectacular landscapes and picturesque villages. End the adventure with a tour of the region’s medieval villages, exploring its coastline, the Cap de Creus Natural Park, and the charms of the Costa Brava.

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

Destination

Catalonia

Dates

Available all year round

Accommodation

3 and 4 star hotels

Highlights

Girona - Stroll through the medieval streets of Girona and enjoy the city before starting the tour.

Dalí Museum in Figueres - Visit the famous museum where Dalí was born and delve into his surreal world.

Vineyards and Olive Groves in the Alt Empordà - Drive along country roads surrounded by vineyards and olive groves and enjoy a regional wine.

Cadaqués and the Cap de Creus Natural Park - Cycle to the heart of the natural park and enjoy the views from the Cadaqués lighthouse.

Medieval Villages - Explore Peratallada, Ullastret, and historic Pals on a tour of the interior of the Baix Empordà.

L'Estartit - Enjoy the beauty of this coastal town, famous for its beaches and proximity to the Medes Islands, ideal for nature and sea lovers.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival in Girona and meeting with our guide. We will hold an orientation session, where your bike will be specially adapted for you and you will be presented with all the documentation and things you need for your trip. After the session, it’s time to stroll through the stunning city of Girona.

Day 2: Towards Figueres and Dalí

Distance: 40 km. Today’s stage leads along quiet roads through fields and crops. You will discover the more rural part of Girona, passing through small villages where the church bell tower always stands out. You will arrive in Figueres, Dalí’s birthplace and home to his most important museum.

Day 3: Vineyards and Olive Groves

Distance: 32 km. Catalonia is a land of wine and gastronomy. The wines of this region in northern Catalonia, called Alt Empordà, are distinguished by their characteristic flavor, thanks to their proximity to the sea. You’ll walk along small country roads that pass through vineyards and olive groves. We recommend stopping at one of the many wineries where you can enjoy a Denominación de Origen Empordà wine. Arrival at your accommodation.

Day 4: Cadaqués and Cap de Creus Natural Park

Distance: 30 km. After breakfast, transfer from Vilamaniscle to Cadaqués. Cadaqués is considered one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Brava, with its whitewashed houses and the atmosphere of a Mediterranean fishing village. Today you’ll enter a lunar landscape. The path will take you to the heart of the Cap de Creus Natural Park to reach the lighthouse, from where you have magnificent views of the rocky terrain of the Costa Brava. During your stay, we recommend stopping at Dalí’s house in Portlligat, which is the painter’s second museum. It’s time for a beer in Cadaqués. In the afternoon, the shuttle will pick you up for bed in Vilamaniscle.

Day 5: Vilamaniscle – L’Estartit

Distance: 50 km. When you leave Estartit, you will head into the Baix Empordà region. You can visit beautiful medieval villages, such as Peratallada and Ullastret, and you will pass through a wide variety of landscapes to reach the fantastic historical site of Pals. Your last stop is Calella de Palafrugell, one of the most beautiful villages in Catalonia.