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| Type of tour: | Self-guided/Guided |
| Level: | Leisurely |
| Duration: | 6 Nights |
| Distance: | 31 Miles/day average |
| Dates: | Self-guided: Daily: year-round Guided: Daily: year-round |
| Tour price: | €1050 (self-guided) €1450 (guided) |
| Start city: | Barcelona, Spain |
| End city: | Sant Feliu de Guixols, Spain |
This fantastic cycling tour includes cycling the “Carrilet”, the converted railway that runs for 135km from Ripoll in the Pyrenees to Sant Feliu de Guixols on the Mediterranean Sea.
The riding starts in the mountain town of Ripoll (682 metres) and follows the old railway line that connects Ripoll to Sant Joan de les Abadesses (775 metres). This entire section is paved and is an idyllic start to the ride. From Sant Joan de les Abadesses the ride weaves its way through this medieval town before climbing its way up to the Coll de Santigosa at 1,010 metres before descending into Olot. This mountain section of riding is one of the highlights of cycling in Catalonia – truly spectacular.
From Olot to Girona the riding takes place on the converted railway that is known as “The Carrilet”. It is a gentle descent for about 60 km into Girona. The section of the Carrilet between Girona and Sant Feliu de Guixols is approximately 40 km and covers a diverse range of scenery from the undulating farmland around Girona to the Pine and Cork forests of the coastal region. A truly beautiful ride.
Two more days are spent by the shores of the Mediterranean Sea to further explore the jewels of the Costa Brava before returning to Barcelona or Girona.
Not sure which type of tour to book? Learn about the differences between guided and self-guided tours.
This fantastic cycling tour includes cycling the “Carrilet”, the converted railway that runs for 135km from Ripoll in the Pyrenees to Sant Feliu de Guixols on the Mediterranean Sea.
The riding starts in the mountain town of Ripoll (682 metres) and follows the old railway line that connects Ripoll to Sant Joan de les Abadesses (775 metres). This entire section is paved and is an idyllic start to the ride. From Sant Joan de les Abadesses the ride weaves its way through this medieval town before climbing its way up to the Coll de Santigosa at 1,010 metres before descending into Olot. This mountain section of riding is one of the highlights of cycling in Catalonia – truly spectacular.
From Olot to Girona the riding takes place on the converted railway that is known as “The Carrilet”. It is a gentle descent for about 60 km into Girona. The section of the Carrilet between Girona and Sant Feliu de Guixols is approximately 40 km and covers a diverse range of scenery from the undulating farmland around Girona to the Pine and Cork forests of the coastal region. A truly beautiful ride.
Two more days are spent by the shores of the Mediterranean Sea to further explore the jewels of the Costa Brava before returning to Barcelona or Girona.
Not sure which type of tour to book? Learn about the differences between guided and self-guided tours.
Day 1: Arrival to Barcelona
Arrival to Barcelona. Spend the evening exploring the city.
Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 2: Ripoll to Olot (25 miles/40 km)
The day begins with a morning train ride from Barcelona to Ripoll. Cycling from Ripoll to Olot partly along the “Carrilet” – the converted railway line that now serves as a dual use cycle and walk path.
Overnight in Olot.
Day 3: Olot to Girona (38 miles/60 km)
Cycle along the “Carrilet” (converted railway line) from Olot to Girona.
Overnight in Girona.
Day 4: Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols (25 miles/40 km)
Continue along the “Carrilet” from Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols on the Mediterranean Sea.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 5: South Sant Feliu de Guixols (31 miles/50 km)
Explore along the coast to the south of Sant Feliu de Guixols. A favourite ride is the stunning coastal road between Sant Feliu de Guixols and Tossa de Mar, that was part of the 2009 Tour de France stage from Girona to Barcelona.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 6: Sant Feliu de Guixols to Calella de Palafrugell (38 miles/60 km)
Explore along the coast to the north of Sant Feliu de Guixols towards the beautiful coastal village of Calella de Palafrugell.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 7: Departure
Return coach to either Girona or Barcelona from Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Please note that this is not included in the price of the tour.
Day 1: Arrival to Barcelona
Arrival to Barcelona. Spend the evening exploring the city.
Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 2: Ripoll to Olot (25 miles/40 km)
Today begins with a morning train ride from Barcelona to Ripoll. Cycling from Ripoll to Olot partly along the “Carrilet” – the converted railway line that now serves as a dual use cycle and walk path.
Overnight in Olot.
Day 3: Olot to Girona (38 miles/60 km)
Cycle along the “Carrilet” (converted railway line) from Olot to Girona.
Overnight in Girona.
Day 4: Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols (25 miles/40 km)
Continue along the “Carrilet” from Girona to Sant Feliu de Guixols on the Mediterranean Sea.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 5: South Sant Feliu de Guixols (31 miles/50 km)
Explore along the coast to the south of Sant Feliu de Guixols. A favourite ride is the stunning coastal road between Sant Feliu de Guixols and Tossa de Mar, that was part of the 2009 Tour de France stage from Girona to Barcelona.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 6: Sant Feliu de Guixols to Calella de Palafrugell (38 miles/60 km)
Explore along the coast to the north of Sant Feliu de Guixols towards the beautiful coastal village of Calella de Palafrugell.
Overnight in Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Day 7: Departure
Return coach to either Girona or Barcelona from Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Please note that this is not included in the price of the tour.
Daily: year-round
Daily: year-round
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These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
Category A: 4-star hotels, and one overnight in a 3-star hotel on day 2
Day 1: Hotel Condes de Barcelona, Barcelona
www.condesdebarcelona.com
The hotel is located in the heart of modern Barcelona, and across from the famous Gaudi building. There are 235 rooms that are modernly decorated.
Day 2: Hotel La Perla, Olot
www.laperlahotels.com
3-star hotel conveniently located near the start of the 'Carrilet' cycleway.
Day 3: Hotel Historic, Girona
www.hotelhistoric.com
The rooms are accented with wood and stone elements to provide a rustic and relaxing ambiance.
Days 4-6: Hotel Sant Pol, Sant Feliu de Guixols
www.hotelsantpol.com
The hotel is located near the beach of Sant Pol and offers 22 relaxing and comfortable rooms.
Category B: A mix of 3- and 4-star hotels
Day 1: Catalunya Plaza Hotel, Barcelona
www.hotelh10catalunyaplaza.com
Day 2: Hotel La Perla, Olot
www.laperlahotels.com
Located between the city and the nearby nature park, the hotel offers the best of both worlds. Modernly furnished rooms and comfort.
Day 3: Hotel Peninsular, Girona
www.novarahotels.com
Located on the doorstep of the Medieval centre of Girona city, the hotel is elegantly decorated and comfortable.
Days 4-6: Hotel S’Agaro, Sant Feliu de Guixols
www.hotelsagaro.com
The beautiful hotel is located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Each room has a terrace for your enjoyment.
These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
Category A: 4-star hotels, and one overnight in a 3-star hotel on day 2
Day 1: Hotel Condes de Barcelona, Barcelona
www.condesdebarcelona.com
The hotel is located in the heart of modern Barcelona, and across from the famous Gaudi building. There are 235 rooms that are modernly decorated.
Day 2: Hotel La Perla, Olot
www.laperlahotels.com
3-star hotel conveniently located near the start of the 'Carrilet' cycleway.
Day 3: Hotel Historic, Girona
www.hotelhistoric.com
The rooms are accented with wood and stone elements to provide a rustic and relaxing ambiance.
Days 4-6: Hotel Sant Pol, Sant Feliu de Guixols
www.hotelsantpol.com
The hotel is located near the beach of Sant Pol and offers 22 relaxing and comfortable rooms.
Category B: A mix of 3- and 4-star hotels
Day 1: Catalunya Plaza Hotel, Barcelona
www.hotelh10catalunyaplaza.com
Day 2: Hotel La Perla, Olot
www.laperlahotels.com
Located between the city and the nearby nature park, the hotel offers the best of both worlds. Modernly furnished rooms and comfort.
Day 3: Hotel Peninsular, Girona
www.novarahotels.com
Located on the doorstep of the Medieval centre of Girona city, the hotel is elegantly decorated and comfortable.
Days 4-6: Hotel S’Agaro, Sant Feliu de Guixols
www.hotelsagaro.com
The beautiful hotel is located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Each room has a terrace for your enjoyment.
The terrain is mostly flat and downhill as the route used to be an old railway line and doesn't have many climbs. The tour follows the 'Carrilet' cycleway which is mostly a hard packed gravel surface.
The tour is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
The terrain is mostly flat and downhill as the route used to be an old railway line and doesn't have many climbs. The tour follows the 'Carrilet' cycleway which is mostly a hard packed gravel surface.
The tour is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
"We had a great trip through Catalonia and the Costa Brava this month! The scenery was so beautiful and the countryside was dotted with endless medieval villages! The food was shocking great! I would have to say it was some of the best I've eaten anywhere.
"We were lucky to have enjoyed a week of great weather and the upgraded hotels Creative Catalonia arranged for us were spectacular! They really went above and beyond the call of duty for us in every way. They came out twice on Easter weekend to help the group out with equipment and then again to greet us at the upgraded hotels to ensure we made it there safely. The bikes were new and well outfitted and the route easy to follow and well marked. I wanted to start over and do the whole trip again!
"Congratulations on choosing great contractors. This wasn't our first trip with you and will not be our last."
-Willy
Edmonton, Canada
2011
"We had a great trip through Catalonia and the Costa Brava this month! The scenery was so beautiful and the countryside was dotted with endless medieval villages! The food was shocking great! I would have to say it was some of the best I've eaten anywhere.
"We were lucky to have enjoyed a week of great weather and the upgraded hotels Creative Catalonia arranged for us were spectacular! They really went above and beyond the call of duty for us in every way. They came out twice on Easter weekend to help the group out with equipment and then again to greet us at the upgraded hotels to ensure we made it there safely. The bikes were new and well outfitted and the route easy to follow and well marked. I wanted to start over and do the whole trip again!
"Congratulations on choosing great contractors. This wasn't our first trip with you and will not be our last."
-Willy
Edmonton, Canada
2011
Tour start
Nearest airport:
Nearest train station:
Tour end
Nearest airport:
Nearest bus station:
Please note:
A Transfer is available to Sant Feliu bus station. There is a direct bus to Barcelona from the Sant Fellu bus station for approximately 14 Euros per person.
Please consult www.sarfa.com for schedules and information.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
Tour start
Nearest airport:
Nearest train station:
Tour end
Nearest airport:
Nearest bus station:
Please note:
A Transfer is available to Sant Feliu bus station. There is a direct bus to Barcelona from the Sant Fellu bus station for approximately 14 Euros per person.
Please consult www.sarfa.com for schedules and information.
Tips on getting to and from your tour
With more than 50 million tourists visiting each year, Spain is the second most toured country in the world. Sitting on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, Spain is known for its miles of beautiful Mediterranean coastline ranging from the rocky Costa Brava to the white sand of Costa Blanca and Balearic Islands off the coast. Spain’s culture thrives in its urban centers of Madrid, the capital, Barcelona and Seville.
The country's history is exhibited in countless monuments, ruins, castles and cathedrals, contributing to Spain's ranking as the second country with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Amazing renowned wines from La Rioja, olive oils from Baena, paella rice from Levanta, Crema Catalana liqueur from Catalonia and more than one hundred varieties of cheese define Spain’s mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine.
With more than 50 million tourists visiting each year, Spain is the second most toured country in the world. Sitting on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, Spain is known for its miles of beautiful Mediterranean coastline ranging from the rocky Costa Brava to the white sand of Costa Blanca and Balearic Islands off the coast. Spain’s culture thrives in its urban centers of Madrid, the capital, Barcelona and Seville.
The country's history is exhibited in countless monuments, ruins, castles and cathedrals, contributing to Spain's ranking as the second country with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Amazing renowned wines from La Rioja, olive oils from Baena, paella rice from Levanta, Crema Catalana liqueur from Catalonia and more than one hundred varieties of cheese define Spain’s mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine.
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Creative Catalonia is a family company run by Daniel Herzberg and Lucy Kinnison. We are a married couple who live in what we consider to be the most diverse and exciting part of Spain. We are 100% committed to providing our clients the most rewarding cycling or walking holiday experience in the Catalonia region of Spain that one could hope for.
We are very proud to announce the birth of our lovely daughter Chloe who was born on the 4th of March, 2010, just 4 days before one of the worst snow storms ever to hit this part of Catalonia - which left over 200,000 homes without power for up to a week! Welcome to the world, Chloe.
We are both Australian and British citizens as well as Spanish residents. Daniel was born in the United Kingdom and then emigrated to Perth, Western Australia with his family when he was 7 and grew up exploring the great outdoors of Western Australia. Lucy was born and raised in the United Kingdom before embarking on her 'global travels' after completing her university studies. After living together for several years in Spain we moved to Sydney in New South Wales where Lucy became an Australian citizen.
The desire to live in Spain was too strong and we moved back to the Girona area in Catalonia to create our own Cycling and Walking holiday company to share our great enthusiasm for this beautiful area with others.
For us, a day out on foot or bicycle exploring the hidden corners of this cyclists and walkers paradise is without doubt the true joy of being here. We love to share our local knowledge and experiences with others and that is the reason for the creation of Creative Catalonia.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
All the best from,
Chloe, Oliver, Lucy, Daniel & Max the dog.
Creative Catalonia is a family company run by Daniel Herzberg and Lucy Kinnison. We are a married couple who live in what we consider to be the most diverse and exciting part of Spain. We are 100% committed to providing our clients the most rewarding cycling or walking holiday experience in the Catalonia region of Spain that one could hope for.
We are very proud to announce the birth of our lovely daughter Chloe who was born on the 4th of March, 2010, just 4 days before one of the worst snow storms ever to hit this part of Catalonia - which left over 200,000 homes without power for up to a week! Welcome to the world, Chloe.
We are both Australian and British citizens as well as Spanish residents. Daniel was born in the United Kingdom and then emigrated to Perth, Western Australia with his family when he was 7 and grew up exploring the great outdoors of Western Australia. Lucy was born and raised in the United Kingdom before embarking on her 'global travels' after completing her university studies. After living together for several years in Spain we moved to Sydney in New South Wales where Lucy became an Australian citizen.
The desire to live in Spain was too strong and we moved back to the Girona area in Catalonia to create our own Cycling and Walking holiday company to share our great enthusiasm for this beautiful area with others.
For us, a day out on foot or bicycle exploring the hidden corners of this cyclists and walkers paradise is without doubt the true joy of being here. We love to share our local knowledge and experiences with others and that is the reason for the creation of Creative Catalonia.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
All the best from,
Chloe, Oliver, Lucy, Daniel & Max the dog.
Hire Bike Terms & Conditions
1) The client is responsible for paying for mechanical damage that occurs to a hire bicycle, including labour and the cost of replacing damaged parts. This excludes brake and gear cables as well as inner tubes.
2) If a hire bicycle is stolen while being hired by a client, the client is responsible for the cost of replacing the bicycle.
General Terms & Conditions
1) In participating in a cycling or walking holiday with Creative Catalonia the client is aware of the fact that these activities have an inherent element of “risk”. It is obligatory that the client has checked with his or her travel insurance policy to confirm that he or she is covered to participate in the chosen activity.
2) Creative Catalonia takes all necessary precautions to reduce the element of risk during the activity. However, due to circumstances that are impossible to foresee or control (Force Majeure*) or for negligent behaviour on the part of the participant(s), Creative Catalonia can not be held responsible for any accident or incident that may occur.
* circumstances which may include civil disobedience, terrorism, natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control.
3) Access to any information on the Creative Catalonia Web Site is conditional on the acceptance of the following Legal Information. If you do not wish to accept any part of this Legal Information, you must not use our Web Site.
4) References on the Web Site to "we", "our" and "us" are references to Creative Catalonia
5) Our Web Site DOES NOT contain all the information relevant to any holiday or travel arrangements you may book with us. In particular, all bookings are subject to our applicable booking conditions. All bookings are subject to the general information applicable in each instance. You must obtain a copy of our applicable booking conditions and this additional information together with all other relevant details relating to your chosen holiday or travel arrangements prior to making a booking with us.
6) Our booking conditions contain limitations and exclusions of our liability to any person(s) who books and/or takes any of our holidays and/or travel arrangements. Cancellation charges are payable if a booking is cancelled after it has been confirmed (see our Payment conditions).
7) No warranties, promises and/or representations of any kind, express or implied, are given as to the accuracy of any of the information contained on our Web Site or as to the nature, standard, suitability or otherwise of any services offered by us or on our behalf. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage of whatever nature (direct, indirect, consequential or other) which may arise as a result, directly or indirectly, from the use of any of the information or material contained in our Web Site and/or use of or access to any other information or material via web links from our site or any inability to access or use of our Web Site.
8) The information shown on the Web Site is updated from time to time and therefore may have changed by the time you come to book your holiday or travel arrangements. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all such information and prices, regrettably errors do occasionally occur. You must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen holiday or travel arrangements (including the price) at the time of booking.
9) The copyright of the material contained on the web site belongs to Creative Catalonia unless otherwise stated.
Payment Terms & Conditions
Our change of tour dates or cancellation rates are as follows:
30 days or more prior to the start of the tour = 100% refund for cancellation.
15 - 30 days prior to the start of the tour = 50% refund for cancellation.
7 - 15 days prior to the start of the tour = 25% refund for cancellation.
less than 7 days prior to the start of the tour = no refund for cancellation.
If you would like to change your tour dates we will do what we can to change your hotel reservations. However, if a hotel applies a cancellation charge, then this charge will have to be paid for by the client. Additionally, an administration charge of 50 Euros will be applied.
Hire Bike Terms & Conditions
1) The client is responsible for paying for mechanical damage that occurs to a hire bicycle, including labour and the cost of replacing damaged parts. This excludes brake and gear cables as well as inner tubes.
2) If a hire bicycle is stolen while being hired by a client, the client is responsible for the cost of replacing the bicycle.
General Terms & Conditions
1) In participating in a cycling or walking holiday with Creative Catalonia the client is aware of the fact that these activities have an inherent element of “risk”. It is obligatory that the client has checked with his or her travel insurance policy to confirm that he or she is covered to participate in the chosen activity.
2) Creative Catalonia takes all necessary precautions to reduce the element of risk during the activity. However, due to circumstances that are impossible to foresee or control (Force Majeure*) or for negligent behaviour on the part of the participant(s), Creative Catalonia can not be held responsible for any accident or incident that may occur.
* circumstances which may include civil disobedience, terrorism, natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control.
3) Access to any information on the Creative Catalonia Web Site is conditional on the acceptance of the following Legal Information. If you do not wish to accept any part of this Legal Information, you must not use our Web Site.
4) References on the Web Site to "we", "our" and "us" are references to Creative Catalonia
5) Our Web Site DOES NOT contain all the information relevant to any holiday or travel arrangements you may book with us. In particular, all bookings are subject to our applicable booking conditions. All bookings are subject to the general information applicable in each instance. You must obtain a copy of our applicable booking conditions and this additional information together with all other relevant details relating to your chosen holiday or travel arrangements prior to making a booking with us.
6) Our booking conditions contain limitations and exclusions of our liability to any person(s) who books and/or takes any of our holidays and/or travel arrangements. Cancellation charges are payable if a booking is cancelled after it has been confirmed (see our Payment conditions).
7) No warranties, promises and/or representations of any kind, express or implied, are given as to the accuracy of any of the information contained on our Web Site or as to the nature, standard, suitability or otherwise of any services offered by us or on our behalf. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage of whatever nature (direct, indirect, consequential or other) which may arise as a result, directly or indirectly, from the use of any of the information or material contained in our Web Site and/or use of or access to any other information or material via web links from our site or any inability to access or use of our Web Site.
8) The information shown on the Web Site is updated from time to time and therefore may have changed by the time you come to book your holiday or travel arrangements. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all such information and prices, regrettably errors do occasionally occur. You must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen holiday or travel arrangements (including the price) at the time of booking.
9) The copyright of the material contained on the web site belongs to Creative Catalonia unless otherwise stated.
Payment Terms & Conditions
Our change of tour dates or cancellation rates are as follows:
30 days or more prior to the start of the tour = 100% refund for cancellation.
15 - 30 days prior to the start of the tour = 50% refund for cancellation.
7 - 15 days prior to the start of the tour = 25% refund for cancellation.
less than 7 days prior to the start of the tour = no refund for cancellation.
If you would like to change your tour dates we will do what we can to change your hotel reservations. However, if a hotel applies a cancellation charge, then this charge will have to be paid for by the client. Additionally, an administration charge of 50 Euros will be applied.
