Costa Brava Deluxe Tour

After meeting your Bike Spain guides at your hotel in Barcelona, you will enjoy a private transfer north to the heart of Catalonia’s Alt Empordà region. Your first ride begins in the enchanting Garrotxa Natural Park, a serene landscape of rolling forests and more than forty dormant volcanoes. Pedal along quiet country roads to the picturesque town of Banyoles, where you will savor a leisurely lunch in its historic medieval centre.

In the afternoon, choose to continue cycling through the peaceful countryside or transfer directly to your boutique retreat, Mas Falgarona. Take time to unwind on its tranquil grounds before indulging in a gourmet dinner by the pool this evening—a perfect start to your cycling escape.

Leaving the hotel, we’ll pedal through gentle country roads framed by olive groves and stone farmhouses before entering the vineyard-draped hills around Garriguella and Vilajuïga—an area celebrated for its delicious wines and sweeping views of the Pyrenees.

As you continue eastward, the terrain gradually becomes more dramatic, with the Mediterranean coming into sight as the road winds toward the Cap de Creus Natural Park. The final stretch is an unforgettable coastal descent that leads you to the whitewashed artistic haven of Cadaqués, a favorite refuge of Salvador Dalí. Here, the sparkling bay, narrow cobbled streets, and waterside cafés offer the perfect reward for our ride.

Following lunch, we will make our way back to the hotel for a quick refresh before making our way into Figueres for an illuminating guided tour of the fascinating Dalí theatre museum.

Dinner tonight is on the terrace of the hotel’s atmospheric restaurant.

We’ll spin through La Bisbal and Madremanya as well as Pubol, where you can visit Castell Gala-Dalí, the castle Dalí bought just for his wife Gala to live in.

Towards the end of the ride we arrive in the town of Ullastret for a well-deserved lunch on the charming terrace of the excellent Iberic restaurant. Depending on how you feel after lunch, you can opt to return to the hotel to relax by the pool or in the spa or to visit some exceptional ceramics workshops in the town of Bisbal.

The route begins with a gentle spin through the peaceful countryside to the medieval jewel of Peratallada, where cobbled lanes, golden-stone houses, and ivy-clad archways transport you back in time.

From here, the route ascends the scenic Coll de la Ganga, a gradual and rewarding climb offering sweeping views over vineyards, cork oak forests, and the rolling Empordà hills. After a smooth descent, you’ll pass through Calonge, known for its wine estates and hilltop castle, before reaching the lively coastal town of Palamós, renowned for its unique red prawns.

Continue along the coastline toward the charming whitewashed fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, where narrow streets, turquoise coves, and bobbing fishing boats capture the essence of the Costa Brava’s maritime soul. The final stretch winds through fragrant pine forests and coastal viewpoints before arriving at Parador de Aiguablava, perched above crystal-clear coves and rugged cliffs.

Your Bike Spain guides will transfer you to Barcelona airport for your onward journey. If you would like to extend your stay to include some extra nights in the region, we will be more than happy to arrange this for you!

Arrival/departure airport: Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) or Aeropuerto de Girona-Costa Brava (GRO)

Direct flights to Barcelona are widely available from many international destinations, and direct flights to Girona are available from a number of destinations within Europe.

Your guides will pick you up from Barcelona airport, or your city centre hotel, and transfer you by van to the start of the tour in Vilafant. At the end of the tour, we can transfer you back to Barcelona, or to your next destination in the Costa Brava. Let us know your onward travel plans!

Please consult with your Bike Spain Tours travel coordinator if you wish to book extra nights in Barcelona before or after your tour. Some of our favourite hotels are:

• Casa Bonay****: Boutique design hotel and cultural centre located in the upmarket Eixample district.
• Ofelias Hotel****+: Boutique art hotel conveniently located clost to Plaça de Espanya and Montjuic.