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SELF-GUIDED - Spain
Pyrenees to the Mediterranean
Bici Carril of Santa Cristina dArco
Grade: A/B
RIDE PROFILE Av. daily distance: 40km (25 miles) No. of days cycling: 4 Vehicle support: none whilst cycling, luggage is transferred between hotels for you. Terrain and route: gentle cycling mainly on surfaced roads, quiet lanes and the Bici Carril. Most of the time there is a downhill bias but there are a few climbs. Recommended min. age: 14 TRIP DETAILS Group: self-guided. Luggage is transferred whilst cycling, route notes and maps are provided. Accommodation: 7 nights hotels/hostels, all with en suite facilities. Food: all breakfasts and 3 dinners included.
A gentle self-guided cycle tour in northern Spain. Green Pyrenean foothills, vibrant Barcelona and the Mediterranean coast
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tarting from the small town of Ripoll, surrounded by mountains up to 2100m, our route leads through the Pyrenean foothills and lush forests, and takes us into beautiful, atmospheric mediaeval villages and towns. Catalunya has the highest density of well-preserved Romanesque architecture in the world: the monasteries in Ripoll and Sant Joan de les Abadesses are two fine examples. Part of the route is along a former railway line, the Bici Carril, which is now a graded cycling route taking us all the way to the sea at San Feliu de Guixols. The route follows many valleys, and goes through some mountainous landscapes and tunnels. A couple of days are set aside to swim in the Mediterranean, explore Girona and, of course, Barcelona. This cosmopolitan city has something for everyone, whether you are looking for architecture, history, vibrant night life or good food.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Start Ripoll. Make your own way from Barcelona to Ripoll by bus to the railway station and then a direct train (approx. 2 hours). Collect bikes. 2 Cycle to Olot. There is time to visit the Romanesque monastery before joining the Bici Carril to Olot in the Parc Natural de la Zona Volcanica de la Garroxta. 3 Circular route. Ride into the extinct volcanoes of Garrotxa to see the Croscat Volcano and Santa Pau, one of the best of Catalunyas mediaeval villages. Optional longer ride into Bas Valley, a quiet area with picturesque villages. 4 Cycle to Girona. There is a gentle incline today along the Bici Carril, but then it is mostly downhill. 5 Free day. Visit Girona, an ancient walled town with a magnificent Cathedral and Arabic baths; or take a short train ride to Figueres for its spectacular Dali Museum.
8 DAYS
6 Cycle to San Feliu de Guixols. Following the Bici Carril, this is the last day of riding and brings you to the edge of the Mediterranean. 7 Bus to Barcelona (fare to be paid locally). Visit the citys highlights - Antonio Gaudis unique buildings, the Barrio Gotico with its beautiful cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and the Picasso Museum. 8 Make your own way to Barcelona airport.
Trip code LSY " 8 days Sat or Thu No Local Payment Start Ripoll day 1, end Barcelona day 8 ¤ Start any Saturday or Thursday from 10 April-25 October ¤ Starting 10 Apr-21 Jun and 11 Sep-25 Oct £599 ¤ Starting 26 Jun-06 Sep £629 ¤ Prices based on 2 persons sharing: compulsory single supplement £90 ¤ Supplement for single traveller £200 ¤ Prices are 'Land only' and do not include travel from London ¤ Return flights from London: prices from £112 ¤ Low cost flights to Barcelona available with Easyjet ¤ Insurance £26 Bike hire BIKE HIRE
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Spain: Customised hybrid bikes £55, paid on booking
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