Inspired by the Giro d'Italia
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In the tyre tracks of the Tour de France -
The Classic Cols Of The Tour De France
RIDE CAMP
5 NIGHTS
SELECT
LEVEL 2-3
350 – 500 KM
5,500 – 8,000 M
GIRONA CYCLE TOUR
Conquer the Classic Climbs of Girona on this 6 day, all inclusive tour. Enjoy beautiful climbs in this unique region and discover the roads used to train on by many professional cyclists in the World Tour peloton.
Test your legs on Rocacorba, Els Àngels, San Grau, Sant Hilari Sacalm and Mare de Deu del Mont. Stay in the centre of Girona, a Catalan city fast become the centre of cycling in Europe and enjoy the delicious food, culture and atmosphere of this unique place.
On an Eat Sleep Cycle tour all you have to think about is enjoying your ride. Our trip support is second to none and we pride ourselves on a high staff-guest ratio. We take care of everything so you can savour the ride of a lifetime. This is a flexible itinerary offering riders the opportunity to extend or shorten the ride depending on their fitness level.
CYCLING ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival in Girona & Tour Briefing
Els Àngels, 68 km, 1,300 m
Climbs: Els Àngels & Santa Pellaia
Welcome evening meal in Girona
Day 2:
The Costa Brava, 90 km – 124 km, 1,300 m – 2,100 m
Climbs: Sant Grau, Romanyà , Calonge, Els Àngels
Day 3:
Sant Hilari Sacalm, 90 km – 112 km, 900 m – 1,500 m
Climbs: Sant Hilari Sacalm, Mas Llunes, Les Guilleries
Day 4:
Rocacorba or the Two Peaks Challenge, 70 km – 109 km, 1,300 m – 2,100 m
Climbs: Rocacorba, Els Àngels,
Day 5:
The Gateway to the Pyrenees, 70 km –Â 118 km, 1,500 m – 2,100 m
Climb: Mare de Deu del Mont
Celebration evening meal in Girona
Day 6:
Departures from Girona
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
The Classic Climbs of Girona is designed for Advanced, Level 3 cyclists. The tour is accessible to Intermediate, Level 2 riders though using the support vehicle to shorten rides or choosing our Orbea M20 electric road bike. Guests are invited to take all climbs at their own pace. To best enjoy the tour riders should be comfortable riding 100 kms. Training for the tour is recommended – consider working with our in-house coach to best enjoy the week.
NON-RIDERS
This is a great tour for non-cycling partners or family to join. Girona is a beautiful city with a great cafe culture, shops & restaurants. The Dali Museum is a short train ride away in Figueres and the Catalan capital of Barcelona is just a 40 min train ride away. Why not rent an electric or brompton bicycle for a fun day out on the bike paths around Girona? Or relax in Girona’s Roman Spa. We’ll work with non-riders ahead of the tour to create their perfect holiday itinerary.
MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- THE COSTA BRAVA
- SANT HILARI SACALM
- PANTA SUSQUEDA
- ROCACORBA
- BANYOLES LAKE
- MARE DE DEU DEL MONT
GIRONA TOUR INFORMATION
RIDE SUPPORT
Full Support
Rides are fully supported by our team of guides and vehicles.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water. Lunch will be enjoyed at our favourite cafes along the route or will be served by your guides at our favourite scenic spots along the route.
Eat Sleep Cycle ride leaders are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of Cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime. Our Ride Leaders know the region well and speak the local language.
Mechanical support will be close by at all times.
Quick Facts
- JAMES KNOX HOLDS THE STRAVA KOM ON ROCACORBA (IN A TIME OF 27 MINS, 13 SECONDS)
- SALVADOR DALI WAS MARRIED IN THE CHURCH ON TOP OF ELS ÀNGELS
- GIRONA IS A POPULAR TRAINING GROUND FOR WORLD TOUR PRO CYCLISTS
OUR GIRONA GUIDES
Peter
Also known as the Cycling Godfather of Girona, Peter is from Canada and came across Girona after touring across Asia on his bicycle. Like many others who came to Girona he set up home and started to cultivate his bicycle collection.
Peter is a talented guide and something of a Girona expert. He also joins many of our Trans-mountain tours.
Joan
Joan is a Catalan local from Manresa. He knows our local Girona roads like the back of his hand and can also be found guiding in the Pyrenees.
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
Catalan Cuisine
Enjoy meals and ride nutrition tailored especially for cyclists.
Start the day with a breakfast buffet at the hotel to prepare for a spectacular day in the saddle. Stay fueled all day with ride nutrition from the support vehicle and enjoy a roadside picnic or a light lunch at our favourite cafès every day.
Any additional coffee stops are at the riders expense.
A welcome and departure meal is included in the package. Choose from our recommended restaurants over the course of the week or explore Girona and see where your taste buds take you!
Catalan Hospitality
Rest and recover from the day in the 4* Hotel Carlemany, our favourite cycling-friendly accommodation in Girona.
There are 5 nights accommodation included in the tour. Boutique hotel upgrade available on request.
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.
TRIP SUMMARY
Trip Dates
23rd – 28th February
15th -20th March, 5th – 10th April,
3rd – 8th May, 19th – 25th May (Full),
14th – 19th June, 13th – 18th September,
4th – 9th October, 1st-6th November
Custom & Private Tours available for groups
Price Per Head
€1,379
Single Supplement €249
Non-Rider €599
Travel Logistics
Meeting Point: The meet point for the tour is the Eat Sleep Cycle Hub in Girona at 14:00 on Day 1 of the tour.
We can arrange transfers for you from Girona or Barcelona Airport at additional cost. Let us know your travel plans and we’ll do the rest.
What's Included?
Cycling: 5 day, guided and supported.
Accommodation: 5 nights, 4* City Centre Hotel
Food: Breakfast, ride nutrition & lunch every day, plus two evening meals
Bike Hire: Optional
Transfers: Available at additional cost
Group Bookings
Groups of 6 or more riders: can opt to make a tour private and choose their own dates.
Groups of 8 or more riders: can benefit from a 5% discount.
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.
WHY EAT SLEEP CYCLE?
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Our home in Girona, Spain, gives us unique access to remarkable people and places, allowing us to create world class cycling tours.
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.
5 STAR REVIEWS
You’ll be back!
98% of our guests say they’ll come back to Eat Sleep Cycle for another tour.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Ride with Eat Sleep Cycle and enjoy the best roads, landscapes & cultural experiences thanks to our knowledge.
