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5 NIGHTS

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4* HOTELS

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LEVEL 2-3

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300 – 400 KM

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3,500 M

TOUR OF THE COSTA BRAVA

Welcome to cycling paradise on the mediterranean. Ride a stunning loop from the Catalan city of Girona to Tossa de Mar, Llafranc, Empuriabrava & Cadaques. Each destination has it’s own special character & unique beach to enjoy after the ride. Enjoy evenings characterised by delicous meals & views of the sea.

This is a supported tour on quiet roads, designed for riders who love to enjoy cycling & relaxation in equal measure. Riders are provided with the route book and GPX tracks for self-guiding. Your Ride Leader will drive the fully electric support vehicle each day, meeting riders at designated feed zones. They’ll be on call and will ensure everyone is supported as needed.

CYCLING ITINERARY

Day 1:

Arrival in Girona – welcome from our Girona Cycling Hub with lunch provided.
Tour brief, Bike Set up & Warm-up ride.
Welcome evening meal at our favourite restaurant in town.

Day 2:

Girona – Tossa de Mar, 50 km, 700 m
Enjoy the evening at your own pace by walking through Tossa village. Why not head out to the each and check out the impressive castle!

Day 3:

Tossa de Mar – Llafranc 50 km, 800 m
Everyone can do their own thing tonight in the lovely Llafranc village. Make sure you walk part of the Camí de Ronda!

Day 4:

Llafranc – Sant Marti l’Escala, 58 km, 900 m
Group evening meal is included tonight.

Day 5:

Sant Marti – Cadaqués, 56 km, 800 m
Farewell evening meal is included at our favourite resturant in town.

Day 6:

Departure day. Included transfer from Cadaqués to Girona.
Extend your stay in Cadaqués or Girona.
If you want to cycle more, let us know! We’ll provide you with a self-guided track back to Girona.

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

This is a relaxed cycling itinerary for riders who love to ride & relax!

Non-riders are welcome to join the tour & can travel in the support vehicle every day. Rides are enjoyed in the mornings, with afternoons spent exploring a new beach.

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • CADAQUES
  • GIRONA
  • TOSSA DE MAR
  • THE COSTA BRAVA

TOUR OF THE COSTA BRAVA

RIDE SUPPORT

Full Support

This tour is fully supported. You’ll be accommpanied on the bike by a cycling guide & have vehicle support too. The vehicle is stacked full of ride nutrition & equipped to fix any mechanical issues.

Quick Facts
  • COSTA BRAVA LITERALLY TRANSLATES TO ‘RUGGED COAST’
  • THE COSTA BRAVA EXTENDS OVER 214 KM
  • THE COSTA BRAVA CONTAINS 245 BEACHES AND COVES

FOOD & ACCOMMODATION

Breakfast, Ride Nutrition & Evening Meals

Seafood is on the menu!

The tour includes breakfast every day at our hotels, ride nutrition & selected evening meals. We’ll offer recommendations for lunch & can assist with any reservations.

Spanish Hospitality

Stay in excellent hotels in beautiful locations on the Costa Brava. There are 5 nights accommodation included, in Girona, Tossa de Mar, Llafranc, Sant Marti D’Empuries & Cadaques.

Hotel Carlemany****, Girona
A modern hotel in the centre of Girona located just 5 mins walk from the old town

Hotel Diana * * * *, Tossa de Mar
A modernist boutique hotel set on the beach of Tossa de Mar. Perfectly located to enjoy the beach and to explore the old town.

Hotel Mas Pastora* * *, Llafranc
Situated just behind the village of Llafranc but a 2 minute walk to the beach, this is the perfect place to unwind and rejuvenate after today’s ride.

Boutique Hotel Can Pico, l’Escala * * * *
Beautifully located just inland of l’Escala, this hotel features is very own wine cellar.

Llane Petit * * * Cadaqués
Hotel Llané Petit is a two-storey hotel located on a small beach in Cadaqués,with a seasonal outdoor pool and is just 5 minutes’ walk from the town centre.

*We reserve the right to stay in different hotels, subject to availability. We can also add additional nights in Girona before & after your tour.

BIKE HIRE

Bike Hire

Benefit from a 10% discount on any Eat Sleep Cycle bike hire as part of this package.

Choose from a Ridley, designed in cycling’s heartland of Belgium, or a state-of-the-art Factor bike.  All our bikes are supplied with compact 50-34 chainsets & 11-32 cassettes. 

Our Bikes

RIDLEY FENIX SL 105

  • Carbon Frame
  • Shimano 105 11-speed
  • Forza RC23 wheelset

RIDLEY HELIUM X

  • Carbon Frame
  • Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
  • Forza RC23 wheelset

RIDLEY FENIX DISC

  • Disc Brake Road Bike
  • Carbon Frame
  • Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
  • Hydraulic disc brakes
  • DTSwiss R24 DB wheelset.

E-BIKE

  • Disc Brakes
  • Carbon Frame
  • Choice of drop bar or flat bar

BOOK NOW FOR 2023!

If you are looking for some awesome riding in the Costa Brava or Europe in general, these are the people that can help you. And if you are in Girona, check out their brand new Hub - it is a great place!

Manon BThe ESC experience - amazing cycling in Costa Brava

These guys made our 4 day cycling trip a pleasure. Excellent comms in advance, great bikes, good value, brilliant local knowledge. Personable and professional. Don't bother looking elsewhere, just use these people. They seem to be at the heart of the Girona cycling scene.

Andrew FCouldn't be more helpful

They were very accommodating and helpful for my cycling trips! The rented bike provided was very comfy (Lee changed the stem to suit my reach as well). They uploaded the routes to Rocacorba and Costa Brava on my Garmin. The accommodation was great too, everything you need at the door steps (food, coffee, groceries, etc).
Will definitely go back!

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WHY EAT SLEEP CYCLE?

Classic Climbs of the Alps

EXCELLENT LOCATION

Our home in Girona, Spain, gives us unique access to remarkable people and places, allowing us to create world class cycling tours.

Classic Climbs of the Alps Expert Tour Guides

EXPERT GUIDES

Our guides are experts in cycling, travel & hosting world class tours. We recruit professionals from all walks of life who love to ride.

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5 STAR REVIEWS

You’ll be back!
98% of our guests say they’ll come back to Eat Sleep Cycle for another tour.

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LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Ride with Eat Sleep Cycle and enjoy the best roads, landscapes & cultural experiences thanks to our knowledge.

TRIP SUMMARY

Scheduled dates

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2023 Trip Dates

29th May – 4th June
12th – 17th June
18th – 23rd September

 

Partially inclusive, supported tour, price per head (min. 8 riders)

€1,799

Single Supplement €599

Available as a private tour & on demand for groups.

Travel Logistics

Meeting Point: The meet point for the tour is at the Eat Sleep Cycle Cafe in our cycling hub in Girona.

End Location: The tour finishes in Girona Train station.

We can arrange transfers to Barcelona or Girona Airport on demand.

What's Included?

Cycling: Self-guided with vehicle support
Accommodation: 5 nights, boutique accommodation
Food: Breakfast, ride nutrition, one lunch and three evening meals
Bike Hire: Optional
Transfers: Group transfer to end location included

Group Bookings

Groups of 8 or more riders: can opt to make a tour private and choose their own dates with the same pricing
Groups of 7 or less riders: can also opt for a private tour – ask us for a quote!

Payment

Deposit: a 50% deposit will secure your place on the tour.
Balance: the outstanding balance is due 2 months in advance of the tour.

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