- Trip Style: Active
- Service Level: Standard
- Physical Demands Rating: 3
- Next Available Departure: Sun, May. 29, 2011
Highlights
Barcelona, Olot, Ripoll, Bici Carril, Girona, Sant Feliu de Guíxols.
Description
Encounter the beauty of Catalunya’s countryside and its rustic towns on this compact and active bike tour. Designed for the weekend cyclist, this itinerary is challenging enough to get the heart pumping but comfortable enough that you can still appreciate the crystal clear streams, ancient walled cities and stunning Mediterranean coastlines of the Pyrenees. Journey across volcanic landscape to ancient towns where you can recharge with local culinary delicacies before winding down on the beaches of the Costa Brava. Experience the beauty of Spain and cycle though the heart it!
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Day 1 Barcelona
Arrive in Barcelona at any time.
Days 2-3 Olot
An early morning train journey brings you to the medieval town of Ripoll. Cycle along the Bici Carril through the lovely village of Sant Joan de les Abadesses on your way to the historic town of Olot. The following day is free to choose from many of the optional activities in the Olot area, such as walking or biking in the nearby Garrotxa Natural Park amidst the park’s many volcanoes.
Days 4-5 Girona
Continuing along the Bici Carril, bike 55km downhill to the medieval town of Girona. The following day is free to either explore this fascinating town, ride to Rupit, one of the most picturesque villages in Catalunya, or head out to Banyoles, home of the summer Olympic village.
Days 6-7 Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Barcelona
Bike the last 40km towards Sant Feliu de Guíxols on the Mediterranean coast. Spend the remainder of the day swimming in the Mediterranean or exploring the Spanish coastline. The following day is spent at leisure before departing for Barcelona by bus in the evening. Optional activities include hiking, biking, diving or just relaxing on the beach.
Day 8 Barcelona
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