Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling - Short Break
Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling - Short Break
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Contrasts of Catalonia (Catalunya) Cycling - Short Break
5 Days Starting and ending in Calella de Palafrugell
Visiting: Calella de Palafrugell, Platja de Pals, La Bisbal d'Empordà
Tour operator:
Tour code:
C04CN
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Physical rating:
Low, Leisurely
Age range:
8 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
From:
$1880
$1827 (USD)
WINTER SALE @ Tourhub Discount: $53
Tour Overview
Catalonia (Catalunya) is a semi-autonomous area of Spain; steeped in culture, its traditions and festivals date back over thousands of years. Rich in medieval villages, highlights include prosperous Peratallada, peach-coloured Pals and fashionable Begur. The rocky coastline is dotted with pretty fishing villages, crystal clear waters and beautiful beaches which are perfect to explore.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Calella De Palafrugell
Location:
Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Garbi
Meals Included:
Breakfast
You arrive at your hotel where all Headwater guests are accommodated in rooms
with a private balcony and sea view. It's less than 5 minutes' walk to the
centre of town where you have so many restaurants to choose from, we've left
evening meals up to you.Â
Day 2 : Calella De Palafrugell To Platja De Pals
Location:
Calella de Palafrugell, Platja de Pals
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Sa Punta,
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Your route today passes through the pine forests behind Calella before
heading off to peach-coloured Pals, a lovely medieval town with Romanesque
church affording stunning views. After lunch, head on through the pretty
hamlets of Palau-Sator (where there has been a settlement since Roman times)
and Fontanilles, before looping back towards the coast and a gentle downhill
ride to Platja de Pals.
Day 3 : Platja De Pals To La Bisbal
Location:
Platja de Pals, La Bisbal d'Empordà
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Castell d'Emporda
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
You'll begin today cycling past rice fields before following the River Ter to
Torroella de Montgri with wonderful views of the Illes Medes. Visit this
lovely medieval town with its Roman defensive wall before heading inland
along wonderfully quiet roads through the village of Gualta (picturesque 16th
century bridge) and pretty hamlets of Fonolleres, Matajudaica and Casavells
to La Bisbal. Here you'll stay in a uniquely converted 14th century Gothic
castle - once reputed to have been on Dali's shopping list but now owned by
Dutchman Albert Diks.
Day 4 : La Bisbal To Calella De Palafrugell
Location:
La Bisbal d'Empordà, Calella de Palafrugell
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Garbi
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Today offers lovely gentle cycling, stopping first at the walled village of
Ullastret. The vast archaeological site here contains the remains of one of
the oldest Iberian villages in Spain. Continue your journey through
beautifully preserved Peratallada to the bustling market town of Palafrugell.
Then back to Calella de Palafrugell for a final swim in the pool.
Day 5 : Leave Calella De Palafrugell
Location:
Calella de Palafrugell
Meals Included:
Breakfast
LEAVE CALELLA DE PALAFRUGELL
What's Included
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Route notes and maps
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Local bike hire
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All accommodation
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All breakfasts and 2 evening meals
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All luggage transfers
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Route directions and maps
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 2 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Arrival & departure transfers (available on request)
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Single accommodation (available on request - Compulsory supplement)
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Travel insurance
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Visas or vaccinations
Food
All breakfasts and two evening meals included.Traditional Spanish food such as paella, chorizo and albondigas (meatballs) can be found on just about every menu in Catalunya, but there are plenty of tasty local specialities too. Local cuisine features plenty of fish, including world renowned anchovies from L'Escala, and botifarras (black pudding) from the mountains. A delicious starter is Pan Catalan, which is lightly toasted bread, drizzled with olive oil and topped with tomatoes and garlic. The geography of the area has developed regional cuisine mixing 'surf and turf'; combinations such as chicken and lobster, or rabbit with prawns. Fruits also feature strongly with dishes combining chicken with figs, or pheasant and grapes. Dishes tend to be rich and hearty but there are also plenty of vegetable options for vegetarians. Catalan foods also feature sauces in many dishes, which are usually rich in flavour.The region is also renowned for the production of Cava, around the town of San Sadurni de Noya. There is a herby, smoky, grassy flavour to some of these as a result of the grape varieties and climate. The region also produces some of Spain's best wines. Though we do not cycle through San Sadurni de Noya, try the wine from this region if you spot it on a menu.
Accommodation
You stay in a variety of hotels, all with pools, which have been hand-picked for their charm and character. The family-run Hotel Garbi in the traditional fishing village of Calella de Palafrugell, is set on the hillside overlooking the sea. The stylish Hotel Sa Punta in Platja de Pals is set in attractive gardens and is within walking distance of the beach or you can cycle to nearby Begur. One night of the holiday is spent at the Hotel Castell d'Emporda, a magnificently restored 14th century castle perched proudly on its outcrop, just outside La Bisbal. The breathtaking views over the plain from its sun terrace are not to be missed.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no specific health risks.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No visa required for British passport holders.
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What is the maximum group size?
16
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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