Discover Catalonia’s diverse landscapes on a self-guided walk—coastal views, mountains, historic sites, and charming boutique hotel stays.
We are a small, family-run company with a genuine love for Catalonia. Our passion is sharing the region’s beautiful landscapes, culture, food and hidden corners, helping you experience the authentic spirit of this remarkable part of Spain.
Our local knowledge allows us to design our own unique walking routes, we handpick the best accommodations, and know every hidden corner that makes this area so special.
Grade: 1 (click here to see our cycling grades)
Terrain: Rolling plains, farmland, olive groves, vineyards, pine woods, dormant Volcanoes and the Mediterranean coast .
You will cycle predominately on Greenways, however you will also cycle on farm tracks and quiet country lanes.
Day 1, Arrival: Arrival at Girona Airport or Figueres Vilafant Train Station (if travelling from Barcelona), where you will be transferred to Olot, once there you will have a welcome meeting and bike fitting.
Olot is a lovely historic town located in the heart of the “Parc Natural de la Zona Volcanica de la Garrotxa.” It is worth straying away from its larger streets and taking the time to explore its narrow lanes that will lead you to some beautiful hidden squares where you’ll find some great local bars and restaurants.
Day 2, Olot – Les Planes d’Hostoles: Today on the first day of your adventure you will follow the old railway “El Carrilet d’Olot” that has been turned into a traffic-free cycle-way. It will take you through a very scenic rural area (the Bas Valley) known as the “Catalan Switzerland.” On your way to your final destination, you’ll cycle through some beautiful “off-the-beaten-track” villages and finally on to the charming village of Les Planes d’Hostoles. Your accommodation is a lovely rural hotel with a swimming pool. (20km)
Day 3, Les Planes d’Hostoles – La Cellera de Ter: You continue along this beautiful cycling route, again enjoying the river Brugent valleys. You are still in the volcanic region of La Garrotxa and the mountains on both sides of you are old volcanoes. Your destination is La Cellera de Ter at the confluence of the Ter and the Brugent rivers, a settlement that dates back to medieval times. Your accommodation is a beautiful rural guesthouse with a swimming pool. (19km)
Day 4, La Cellera de Ter – Girona: On today’s route you will continue through the stunning Catalan countryside to the charming city of Girona. Rich in culture and steeped in history you’ll have plenty of time to visit Girona’s historic quarter with its historical monuments, beautiful buildings, cathedral, shops and restaurants. Your accommodation is a hotel in the centre of the city. (22km)
Day 5, Girona – Llagostera: Leaving Girona behind you will head back into the Catalan countryside, you will pass the village of Quart, well-known for its ceramics and traditional pottery workshops. You will pass Cassà de la Selva, with its modernist houses in the centre of the town. A few more kilometers and you’ll arrive in Llagostera, a beautiful rural area surrounded by vines and olive trees. Your accommodation is another beautiful rural guesthouse with a swimming pool. (24km)
Day 6, Llagostera – Sant Feliu de Guíxols: Goodbye Green, Hello Blue! Today’s route is long but flat and easy, you will cycle along another spectacular route to the beautiful coastal village of Sant Feliu de Guixols with its magnificent fishing port and famous Monastery. Your accommodation is a hotel in the centre of the city. (19km)
Day 7, Departure: Today you depart and we’re sure you’ll have some great memories from you Catalan Adventure. Of course, if you’d like to stay on for a few days for some time on the coast, just let us know and we’d be happy to provide you with a price.
| Dates | Price Per Person (2 people sharing a twin/double room) | Solo traveller supplement | Single Room Supplement (2 + people) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb to 12 Apr | €997 | €577 | €311 |
| 13 Apr to 20 Apr | €1154 | €734 | €311 |
| 21 Apr to 13 June | €997 | €577 | €311 |
| 14 June to 25 July | €1154 | €734 | €311 |
| 1 Sep to 30 Sep | €1154 | €734 | €311 |
| 1 Oct to 31 Oct | €997 | €577 | €311 |
What your holiday includes
Optional Extras
Bike Rental
Transfers
Extra night(s) before or after the holiday in a 4* hotel in Girona Old Town
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Within Europe you might have the option to fly into Girona from where we can arrange your arrival transfer. If flying into Barcelona, you’d take a train from there to Figueres-Vilafant, the pick-up station for your arrival transfer.
Arrive to the train station of Figueres-Vilafant, if coming by train from other parts of Spain or through from France. We provide the arrival transfer from there.
Within Europe you might have the option to fly into Girona from where we can arrange your arrival transfer. If flying into Barcelona, you’d take a train from there to Figueres-Vilafant, the pick-up station for your arrival transfer.
Arrive to the train station of Figueres-Vilafant, if coming by train from other parts of Spain or through from France. We provide the arrival transfer from there.
At Catalan Adventures, our experienced, locally based team is dedicated to offering you a truly authentic Catalan experience. Every holiday/tour includes a personal welcome meeting and round-the-clock support throughout your trip. Our mission is to ensure you have an unforgettable adventure and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
A “self-guided holiday” gives you the freedom to start your holiday any day you want and travel along a trail at you own speed with all the tools and information you need to make it a great adventure. All your needs are taken care of, so all you have to do is focus on enjoying every moment, taking in the rich culture, history and spectacular scenery this region of Spain has to offer.
We think that travelling light is key to ensuring a really enjoyable and relaxing time. So put your camera, binoculars and bits and pieces in a day rucksack and leave all the heavy stuff to us.
Every morning we’ll pick up your bags containing anything you don’t need for your day. By late afternoon, we’ll have them waiting for you at your next evening’s accommodation.
You can find our availability here. Within these dates you can start your tour at any day you want (subject to accommodation availability).
We provide arrival transfers from Figueres (Center or Figueres-Vilafant train station) and Girona (Center or Airport). If you are staying in between this area before, we might also be able to pick you up from your location there, please contact us to organize it for you.
If you are arriving through Barcelona, you can take the high-speed train to Figueres-Vilafant, it is only a 50-minute train ride away. Same counts for coming from or through Perpignan. Tickets can be booked via: https://www.thetrainline.com/en-us
Accommodations throughout are individual local hotels, many family-run, that offer all the usual 3-star hotel amenities. For more detailed information, please click here.
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