Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling" tour, a delightful journey through Spain's picturesque landscapes. Perfect for first-time or nervous cyclists, this tour takes you along quiet country roads, offering stunning views of wide sandy beaches, beautiful bays, and traditional fishing ports. Explore sun-drenched villages and pretty medieval towns, all while enjoying the refreshing sea breeze that ensures ideal cycling conditions. Stay in charming hotels, each with a pool, including a night in a luxurious 14th-century castle. The tour includes hybrid bike hire, luggage transfers, and a Headwater Navigation App to guide your adventure. Enjoy all breakfasts and one evening meal, with the freedom to explore local dining options. E-bikes are available for an additional supplement, and arrival and departure transfers can be arranged upon request. This cycling tour promises a perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and cultural immersion in the heart of Catalonia. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive in Calella de Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation Name: Hotel Garbi
Meals Included: Breakfast
You arrive at your hotel where all Headwater guests are accommodated in rooms with a private balcony and sea view. It's less than 5 minutes' walk to the centre of town where you have so many restaurants to choose from, we've left evening meals up to you. (Staying at Hotel Garbi, Breakfast only)
Day 2 : Calella De Palafrugell to Platja De Pals
Location: Pals
Accommodation Name: Hotel Sa Punta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your route today passes through the pine forests behind Calella before heading off to peach-coloured Pals, a lovely medieval town with Romanesque church affording stunning views. After lunch, head on through the pretty hamlets of Palau-Sator (where there has been a settlement since Roman times) and Fontanilles, before looping back towards the coast and a gentle downhill ride to Platja de Pals. (Staying at Hotel Sa Punta, Half Board)
Day 3 : Platja De Pals to La Bisbal
Location: La Bisbal d'Empordà
Accommodation Name: Hotel Castell d'Emporda
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You'll begin today cycling past rice fields before following the River Ter to Torroella de Montgri with wonderful views of the Illes Medes. Visit this lovely medieval town with its Roman defensive wall before heading inland along wonderfully quiet roads through the village of Gualta (picturesque 16th century bridge) and pretty hamlets of Fonolleres, Matajudaica and Casavells to La Bisbal. Here you'll stay in a uniquely converted 14th century Gothic castle - once reputed to have been on Dali's shopping list but now owned by Dutchman Albert Diks. (Staying at the Hotel Castell d'Emporda, Half Board)
Day 4 : La Bisbal to Calella De Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation Name: Hotel Garbi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today offers lovely gentle cycling, stopping first at the walled village of Ullastret. The vast archaeological site here contains the remains of one of the oldest Iberian villages in Spain. Continue your journey through beautifully preserved Peratallada to the bustling market town of Palafrugell. Then back to Calella de Palafrugell for a final swim in the pool. (Staying at Hotel Garbi, Breakfast only)
Day 5 : Leave Calella De Palafrugell
Location: Calella de Palafrugell
Meals Included: Breakfast
LEAVE CALELLA DE PALAFRUGELL
What's Included
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All breakfasts and 1 evening meal
The tour includes all breakfasts and one evening meal during your stay.
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All accommodation
Accommodation is provided for the duration of the tour, with all hotels featuring pools.
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All luggage transfers
Luggage transfers are included, ensuring your belongings are transported between accommodations.
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Headwater Navigation App
The Headwater Navigation App is provided to assist with route navigation.
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Hybrid Bikes included
Hybrid bikes are included for cycling through the scenic routes.
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Single accommodation
Single accommodation is available on request and requires a compulsory supplement.
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Solo traveller supplements
Supplements apply for solo travelers when only one person is traveling on a departure date.
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Visas or vaccinations
Visas and vaccinations are not included and must be arranged independently.
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Arrival & departure transfers
Transfers for arrival and departure are available on request but are not included.
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E-bikes available at a supplement
E-bikes are available for an additional supplement.
Food
All breakfasts and two evening meals included. Traditional Spanish food such as paella, chorizo and albondigas (meatballs) can be found on just about every menu in Catalunya, but there are plenty of tasty local specialities too. Local cuisine features plenty of fish, including world renowned anchovies from L'Escala, and botifarras (black pudding) from the mountains. A delicious starter is Pan Catalan, which is lightly toasted bread, drizzled with olive oil and topped with tomatoes and garlic. The geography of the area has developed regional cuisine mixing 'surf and turf'; combinations such as chicken and lobster, or rabbit with prawns. Fruits also feature strongly with dishes combining chicken with figs, or pheasant and grapes. Dishes tend to be rich and hearty but there are also plenty of vegetable options for vegetarians. Catalan foods also feature sauces in many dishes, which are usually rich in flavour. The region is also renowned for the production of Cava, around the town of San Sadurni de Noya. There is a herby, smoky, grassy flavour to some of these as a result of the grape varieties and climate. The region also produces some of Spain's best wines. Though we do not cycle through San Sadurni de Noya, try the wine from this region if you spot it on a menu.
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Accommodation
You stay in a variety of hotels, all with pools, hand-picked for their charm and character. Highlights include the family-run Hotel Garbi in Calella de Palafrugell, the stylish Hotel Sa Punta in Platja de Pals, and the Hotel Castell d'Emporda, a magnificently restored 14th-century castle.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of bikes are included in the tour?
The tour includes hybrid bikes for cycling through quiet country roads. E-bikes are also available at a supplement.
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Are luggage transfers provided during the tour?
Yes, all luggage transfers are included in the tour.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in a variety of hotels, all with pools, chosen for their charm and character. This includes the family-run Hotel Garbi in Calella de Palafrugell, the stylish Hotel Sa Punta in Platja de Pals, and a night at the Hotel Castell d'Emporda, a restored 14th century castle. ...more ...less
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Are meals included in the tour package?
All breakfasts and one evening meal are included in the tour package.
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Can I arrange arrival and departure transfers?
Yes, arrival and departure transfers can be arranged on request.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour?
No, travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Calella de Palafrugell.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling
5 Days Starting and ending in Calella de Palafrugell, Spain
Visiting: Calella de Palafrugell, Pals, La Bisbal d'Empordà
Tour operator:
Tour code:
C04CN
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
