Spanish Pyrenees to Costa Brava Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
Spanish Pyrenees to Costa Brava Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Apr-Oct
Barcelona, Glorious Peaks & Mediterranean Beaches
Barcelona lures you with its irrepressible éclat, tapas and wine. Soon you're swept into the Pyrenees, traversing the French border and riding the same roads as pro cyclists. Descend to Costa Brava's beaches, with Mediterranean views that inspired Salvador Dalí—a fitting end to this adventure through one of Europe's most enticing regions.
Highlights
- Discover vibrant Barcelona, home to Antoni Gaudí's treasured art and architecture—a great place to start your journey!
- Ride picturesque routes in the Spanish and French Pyrenees, where stunning views abound and farmers work the earth
- Dine on highly acclaimed Catalan fusion cuisine and fresh seafood paired with great wines, straight from local sources
- Experience the artistic genius of Salvador Dalí, king of the surrealists, at the eponymous museum in Figueres
Start/EndBarcelona
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Kick things off in Barcelona, Catalonia’s effervescent capital • Gaze at the limestone massif of Cadí-Moixeró Nature Reserve, one of the region's largest parks • Bike through mountain villages, past herds of sheep and farmers plying their trade • Scenic cycling routes in the High Pyrenees ease across the border between France and Spain • Ride in Llívia, a Spanish enclave on the famous Camino de Santiago (Way of Saint James) pilgrimage trail • Savor rustic regional cuisine in a mountain village • Relax at our exquisite Relais & Châteaux hotel, an architectural gem.
Nights 1-2
Set amid acres of lush manicured gardens, this modernist château from the early 1900s was designed by a disciple of Antoni Gaudí. (pool)
Day 3
Climb up Coll de la Creueta, one of the highest paved roads in this cyclist's mecca • Enjoy an exhilarating downhill with stunning views over the Alt Ripollès Valley • Journey to Figueres, the birthplace of surrealist artist Salvador Dalí, and experience his mind-bending work at the Dalí Museum • Taste Catalan wines and Mediterranean-influenced dishes at our stylish retreat.
Night 3
Enjoy a warm welcome at this renovated 15th-century stone farmhouse, tucked into the countryside between the Pyrenees and Costa Brava. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Golden fields of wheat and sunflowers blanket the countryside as you ride to the luminous Baix Empordà region • Explore hamlets with cobbled squares and Romanesque churches • Wander through the enchanting medieval town of Pals and admire its bell tower, built in the 12th century • Bike along the Costa Brava to the “region of coves,” where the Mediterranean laps against secluded beaches and villages cling to forested hills • The Gavarres Nature Reserve offers up another thrilling climb • Cool off in the sea or at the pool • Sample tasty Catalan specialties in the charming fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell • Put your feet up at a historic Catalan farmhouse turned luxury hotel.
Nights 4-5
A beautifully restored 18th-century manor house with stylish rooms and historic country charm. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Set amid acres of lush manicured gardens, this modernist château from the early 1900s was designed by a disciple of Antoni Gaudí. (pool)
Night 3
Premiere Hotel
Enjoy a warm welcome at this renovated 15th-century stone farmhouse, tucked into the countryside between the Pyrenees and Costa Brava. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
A beautifully restored 18th-century manor house with stylish rooms and historic country charm. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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