Catalonia: Girona to Costa Brava

DURATION 6 days/5 nights

PRICE FROM 1329 €

COLLECTION Cycling - Standard

DIFFICULTY

DESTINATION Spain

SEASONALITY This tour starts any day of the year.

CATEGORY Heritage tours , Adventure vacations for couples , Group tours to europe , European tours for seniors , Singles tours europe

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Highlights

From Olot area surrounded by mountains and volcanoes to the seaside in San Feliu de Guixols, you will discover on this trip the most beautiful and varied landscapes of Catalonia. Luxuriant green valleys, rivers, fields of sunflowers, vineyards, olive groves, coastal paths and unspoilt beaches not forgetting the medieval city of Girona this cycling tour captures the breathtaking beauty of this area.

To see

-Garrotxa region around Olot, famous for its volcanic landscape
-Girona
-Sant Feliu with its wonderful seaport and old monastery.

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, olive oil of the Empordà, the churros, the rice of Palz

Wine

Empordà

Testimonials

« 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. »

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.

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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Girona - Olot

Arrival in Girona. We meet you at Girona Airport (you will find someone with a sign with your name on it waiting in the arrivals area after you exit through the arrivals gate) or at the Girona train station (you will find someone with a sign with your name on it waiting at the exit of the train station - there is only one exit). Then we take you to the mountain town of Olot where you will have a personalized orientation.

Accommodation : Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot show

Accommodation : Hotel Riu Fluvia - Olot show

Included : phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,arrival transfer with english speaking guide,luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast,dinner (no drinks)

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Olot - Garrotxa's Volcanic Zone - Santa Pau - Olot - Sant Privat d'en Bas - Els Hostalets d'en Bas - Olot

Orientation & bike set-up : You will have a personalized tour orientation and bike set-up.

Accommodation : Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot show

Accommodation : Hotel Riu Fluvia - Olot show

Included : Orientation with a local guide,bedroom and breakfast,dinner (no drinks)

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From Olot to Girona

From Olot (at 440m above sea level) the Carrilet Greenway is markedly downhill to Girona (at 70m) so you will reach Girona through the green countryside with very little effort!

This route crosses through magnificent scenery of cultural value. It begins in the Garrotxa volcanic area and reaches the Ter valley and then on to the pastures of Salt and Girona. Tonight, you will stay in Girona and discover the old town called the Jewish Quarter next to the magnificent Gothic Cathedral. Do not forget to try some tapas in the numerous bars and restaurants in Girona!

Distance : 59 Km (37 mi).

Elevation : 362 m.

Accommodation : Nord1901**** - Girona show

Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast

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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.

Distance : 31 Km (19 mi).

Elevation : 380 m.

Accommodation : Nord1901**** - Girona show

Included : bedroom and breakfast

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From Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols

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 : 44 Km (27 mi).

Elevation : 212 m.

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

Accommodation : S'Agaro Hotel**** - S'agaro show

Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast,dinner (no drinks)

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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 sant Feliu, we will transfer you back to Girona train station at 9:30am.

BIKES

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Your bike : Ghost Square Cross X (or equivalent)

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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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Your Electric Assisted Bike : WINORA Sinus Tria (or equivalent)

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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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Included

ACCOMODATIONS

-5 nights of accomodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath

MEALS

-Daily breakfast at each hotel
-3 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

-Arrival transfer from Girona to your hotel in Olot
-Departure transfer from Sant Feliu to Girona
-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

UPGRADED HOTEL ACCOMODATION

Double occupancy *

1329 €

1470 €

Single supplement **

263 €

Solo traveler ***

1527 €

1668 €

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

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From / Per person

Your Electric Assisted Bike

285€

CANCELLATION INSURANCE

Cancellation insurance 6%

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

UPGRADED HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

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Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot

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Hotel Riu Fluvia - Olot

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Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot

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Nord1901**** - Girona

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

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S'Agaro Hotel**** - S'agaro

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Catalonia: Girona to Costa Brava

Highlights

To see

Gastronomy

Wine

Testimonials

PROGRAM

Girona - Olot

Olot - Garrotxa's Volcanic Zone - Santa Pau - Olot - Sant Privat d'en Bas - Els Hostalets d'en Bas - Olot

From Olot to Girona

From Girona LOOP to Canet dAdri

From Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

BIKES

Your bike : Ghost Square Cross X (or equivalent)

Your Electric Assisted Bike : WINORA Sinus Tria (or equivalent)

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

UPGRADED HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

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Best of Northern Spain Tour

Barcelona & Northern Spain

Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot

Hotel Riu Fluvia - Olot

Hotel Can Blanc*** - Olot

Hotel Riu Fluvia - Olot

Nord1901**** - Girona

Nord1901**** - Girona

Nord1901**** - Girona

Nord1901**** - Girona

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

S'Agaro Hotel**** - S'agaro

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