A two night mountain adventure
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5 Days, 5 Nights, 1 Beautiful Coastline -
A Luxury Food And Cycling Experience -
Lake Maggiore & Lake Como
SELF-GUIDED
6 DAYS
SELECT
LEVEL 1-4
360 KM
3,500 M
PIRINEXUS CYCLE TOUR
Ride the Pirinexus on beautiful gravel cycling paths with Eat Sleep Cycle. Discover rural landscapes of Catalunya, climb into the stunning mountains of the Pyrenees and spin along the Costa Brava on a network of well-maintained, traffic-free cycle routes.
This is a flexible itinerary which can be ridden over any number of days depending on fitness levels – the more time you have available, the easier the ride! However, our recommended package is 6 days.
There are three levels of support available for the ride: fully supported by a support vehicle & guide, self-guided with luggage transfers or bike-packing adventure style.
CYCLING ITINERARY
Day 1:
Arrival in Girona
Girona – Sant Miquel, 43 km, 600 m
Day 2:
Sant Miquel – Camprodon, 57 km, 1,100 m
Day 3:
Camprodon – Ceret, 62 km, 700 m
Day 4:
Ceret – Sant Marti Empuries, 84 km, 600 m
Day 5:
Sant Marti Empuries – Sant Feliu, 63 km, 400 m
Day 6:
Sant Feliu – Girona, 41 km, 300 m
Departure from Girona (or add an additional night to enjoy the city!)
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
Yes!
The Pirinexus Tour is suitable for riders of all abilities and we can adapt the itinerary for your group. Choose to take the route at a leisurely pace over extra days or why not add an extra night’s stay at the coast? For those looking for a more challenging ride shorten the tour. The route is either off-road or on roads with a small amount of traffic.
MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- EXPERIENCE THE FREEDOM OF THE TRAIL
- ENJOY FABULOUS HOSPITALITY
- CLIMB INTO THE PYRENEES
- SOAK UP VIEWS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
PIRINEXUS TOUR INFORMATION
RIDE SUPPORT
Self-Guided with Luggage Transfers
Navigate with a Wahoo GPS device. We’ll take care of your luggage and transfer it to you new destination each day. This is the most popular options for guests on the Pirinexus.
Vehicle Support
Enjoy the security of a support vehicle, tracking your progress & carrying ride nutrition, water, & providing mechanical back-up.
Guided & Support Vehicle
Choose this for the full Eat Sleep Cycle experience. You’ll be taken care of by an Eat Sleep Cycle guide & support driver and all you have to think about is enjoying the ride!
Bikepacking
For the adventurous souls. Navigate with a Wahoo GPS device and carry your own luggage for the ultimate adventure.
Quick Facts
- THE PIRINEXUS OPENED IN MARCH 2013
- THERE ARE 18 MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANTS IN THE REGION
- THERE ARE 700 SIGNS ALONG THE WAY!
FOOD & ACCOMMODATION
You Choose
Breakfast is included every day at your hotel.
Choose your lunch and coffee stops at any of the towns and villages you pass through along the way. We’ll provide suggestions & recommendations in your Road Books.
Evening meals on the Pirinexus are set to be a treat. With 18 Michelin star restaurants in the region, as well as great quality local restaurants and fabulous hotel kitchens, you’ll be spoiled for choice!
Hospitality in Catalunya
We work with the best cyclist friendly guesthouses and hotels along the route. For example:
Rectoria Sant Miguel de Pineda
A 12th century rectory beautifully restored by owners Goretti & Roy. Enjoy delicious food prepared from local produce & relax in the heart of the Garrotxa region.
A beautiful guesthouse set on the edge of Céret with a lush garden & wonderful hosts.
Exquisitely located on a secluded beach on the Costa Brava and 300 m from the Roman Ruines at Empuries. Built in 1907 the ecological hotel is beautifully decorated and has an award winning restaurant.
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 Tempo Disc Hybrid with luggage racks & ortileb panniers for a leisurely ride.
For more adventurous guests choose from a mountain or gravel bike, and add ortileb bike-packing bags if you’re going it alone.
Our Bikes
Ridley Kanzo Adventure
The Kanzo Adventure is Ridley’s gravel bike that meets the needs of the continuously evolving gravel market.
Reiley Gradient
An innovative Titanium Frame with the completely renewed and much-loved Shimano GRX gravel-specific groupset.
Ridley Tempo
The Ridley Tempo is an excellent hybrid bike that is fast on the road and comfortable on more demanding sections of the route, it is also available with electric assistance.
TRIP SUMMARY
Trip Dates
You choose – the Pirinexus can be ridden all year around, but is at its best in Spring & Autumn.
Price Per Head
€1,199 – minimum of 4 guests*
€1,499 – minimum of 2 guests*
Prices are for 5 nights, twin or double share with luggage transfers. Ask us for a quote tailored to your group & requirements!
Travel Logistics
Start Point:Â The tour starts and finishes in Girona. Fly in to Girona or Barcelona Airport and we can arrange your transfers for you.
What's Included?
Cycling:Â Bike-packing, Self-guided or Full Support
5 Nights of Accommodation: 3*/4* Hotels and guesthouses
Food: Breakfast only or Half board available
Bike Hire: Optional
Luggage Transfers: Available
Airport Transfers:Â Available
Group Bookings
Groups: We can offer special prices for groups of over 8 riders – 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.
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.
