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Selfguided Cycletourism: The Empordà, 200km through Natural Parks and Medieval Stone Towns
offered by supplier M18412 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 7
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 10
people
Destination(s):
Spain
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Women Tours
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 742 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 822 Euro (EUR)
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Biking becomes more than a transport and becomes a pleasure as you will be able to visit places which are not accessible to cars. Furthermore, you will visit interesting towns like Palamós with the fishing Market, Pals and Peretallada with its stone streets and medieval architecture. There are visits to the Montgrí Massif, to St Pere Pescador, the Natural Park of “Els Aiguamolls de l’Empordà” and finally you will end in Roses, surrounded by natural parks and cultural leisure. A tour parallel to the coast line in a northern direction with almost flat and enchanting landscapes.
This route will allow you to know one of the most proud areas for the people living in this area, and you will do it actively and at your own pace and Rythm. Our tour is not based on sport. Per average, one day covers 35km on mainly flat lands. With a precise road book you will reach cultural areas such as the natural park of “Els Aiguamolls de l’Empordà”, medieval towns with nice refurbished stone houses and with a characteristic Mediterranean sea charm.
* Level: Medium - Low, 25-38 km per day. Most of the route is marked with directional signs.
* Luggage transfer: your luggage is left at the checking out hotel reception and you will find it in the next hotel.
* Accommodation: 2* - 3* and agro tourism houses.
* Half board except two day on bed and breakfast basis.
* Recommended Periods: March-June and September-November.
* Optional: Private transfers to and from Airport – Hotel landing in Barcelona and Girona Airports.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival at a charming 3* family hotel, renowned for its beautiful coastal views in the unspoilt town of Calella de Palafrugell. In the hotel you will find a welcome letter, general information about the area and a road book. Dinner in the hotel’s restaurant.
Day 2: 25Km / 3h. Breakfast. Your bicycles will be ready and waiting for you to take your first ride: a round trip visiting the coast, sheltered coves and small inland villages. You will cycle to the marine and fishing village of Palamós and then you will return through La Fosca beach, Cala S’Alguer Cove and the natural spot of Del Castell Beach. Dinner at hotel’s restaurant.
Day 3: 36km / 4h½. Breakfast. The 36km linear route from Calella de Palafrugell to the rural village of Sant Feliu de Baoda traverses a region with many medieval towns and open paddy rice fields. In the medieval village of Pals we recommend a long visit to enjoy the ancient architecture with small stone roads and the fantastic views over the Medes islands, Montgrí Mountains and the typical "Empordà" landscape. You will also pass through the Iberic Settlement of Ullastret. In the agro tourism house you will rest in a very quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Dinner not included. There are many restaurants in the town and surroundings.
Day 4: 35km / 4h½. Breakfast. 35km linear route from Sant Feliu de Boada to Sant Pere Pescador. This route goes through small inland villages such as Torroella de Montgrí, dominated by the Montgrí Mountain and its castle on the top, Bellcaire d’Empordà where there are some remains of the medieval castle and the village of L’Escala, known for its production of anchovies. You will also pass through the Roman and Greek settlement of Empúries. On arriving at the 2* hotel in Sant Pere Pescador village you will enjoy a relaxing stay. Dinner not included, there are plenty of restaurants in the village.
Day 5: 26km / 3h. Breakfast. From Sant Pere Pescador to Roses: 26km linear route. On this tour you will visit the natural park of the Emporda Wetlands (Els Aiguamolls del Emporda), and see a wide variety of migratory birds (in spring and autumn), other animal species and captivating landscapes. Visit the medieval village of Castelló d’Empúries where there is a XVII century church known as the “Empordà Cathedral”. Dinner and lodging in a 3* hotel in Roses on the sea front.
Day 6: 38km / 5h. Breakfast. A 38km round trip through the north of the Emporda; so you will cycle along the north of the Natural Park of the Empordà Marshes. When arriving at the village of Perelada the landscape changes from the wetlands to farm lands. In Perelada village you can visit the castle, crystal museum, wine museum, library, Church of Carme and the Sant Domènec cloister. Once in the hotel you can leave the bicycles in the garage. Congratulations you have completed the tour!! Dinner is served in the hotel’s restaurant.
Day 7: After breakfast check out from Roses.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Accommodation in hotels selected for a particular attraction, whether it is their gastronomic fame, their exceptional location, good service or comfort
- Bicycle hire
- Road book
- 6 days half board (breakfast and diner)
- Luggage transfers
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