Ride the exceptional new Wilier Rave SLR gravel race bike on our brand new gravel tour. Created in collaboration with our friends from Wilier, our route celebrates the spirit of discovery with a touch of refined Italian performance to combine quiet luxury with adventure. Starting and finishing in our home town of Girona, the European capital of cycling, we’ll trace a breathtaking route to the Mediterranean coast — staying in hand-picked boutique hotels and indulging in the best of Catalan cuisine and hospitality.
Expect rugged landscapes, smooth gravel, ocean views, gourmet Catalan cuisine, and unforgettable company. To make this journey even more extraordinary, we’ll be joined by two special guest riders (to be announced in January 2026!) who will share the road, stories, and inspiration!
Designed for intermediate to advanced gravel riders, this is an exclusive, fully guided and supported experience blending world-class cycling with authentic local flavor and understated luxury.
Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.
Arrive in Girona and settle into the welcoming hub of the region. You’ll be welcomed warmly by the Eat Sleep Cycle team, enjoy a light lunch and bike set up at the Eat Sleep Cycle Hub. Then it’s time to take our Wilier Rave SLR race machines out for a spin with a rolling leg loosener around Girona’s local gravel trails.
Enjoy some time to relax after the ride before meeting for a sunset aperitvo on a rooftop terrace and a delicious meal showcasing Catalan cuisine in Girona’s old town.
All too soon it’s time to depart Girona. Start the day with a fresh, healthy and delicious breakfast ebfore heading for the iconic coastline of the Costa Brava via the flat lands of Empordà. (There is an option to taken on the climb over the Gavarres mountains for any riders feeling strong!) We’ll regroup at a local apple farm for lunch and finish our ride at the spectacular Hostal Empúries in L’Escala. Expect shimmering Mediterranean views, salty air and time to relax in the hotel spa or enjoy a recovery massage. We’ll re-group to eat some of the best seafood in the region in the evening, accompanied by one of the best views of the mediterranean.
Another epic breakfast with a view sets the tone for the day. Our route promises an unforgettable day’s ride, weaving through rugged gravel tracks, cliff-top trails, and hidden coves kissed by Mediterranean light. We’ll pause for lunch in a secluded cove before dropping down to the fishing village of Cadaques. Arrive at Villa Gala – a whitewashed gem perched above the sea, where you can unwind and enjoy spa-style comfort. Explore the charming streets of Cadaqués, a village that inspired Salvador Dalí, and feel the same timeless creativity and coastal magic that captivated the legendary artist. We’ll head to the local bar for an aperitivo before dining beach side at our favourite chirinquito as the sun sets.
It’s time to turn our backs on the Costa Brava and take on the Queen Stage of the trip back to Girona. Descend from Cadaqués into winding gravel trails and sweeping views of the Alt Empordà. Lunch is at Banyoles lake before the final kms and our triumphant arrival to Girona. Celebrate the week’s achievements over a final gourmet group dinner, raising a glass to friendship, adventure, and unforgettable scenery.
After breakfast, transfers depart from Girona. Take home memories of epic gravel rides, boutique stays, and extraordinary company—and the lingering thrill of the Wilier Rave SLR beneath your wheels. For those who want to squeeze every km into the trip there’s the option to enjoy a morning ride and take a late check out.
Plan your oward travel from Girona centre – our team is on hand to help you plan your journey and arrange private transfers for you on request. We can also offer custom options to extend your stay incas Girona’s roads are still calling!
Full Ride Support
Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guide team.
Eat Sleep Cycle guides 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.
All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.
Hotels shown are examples and are subject to change
Time stands still at the boutique Hotel Palau Fugit. Nestled in and old palace in the heart of Girona’s old town, Palau Fugit wraps its guests in quiet luxury. Exquistely furnished and with wonderful attention to detail, this small luxury hotel promises a world-class stay.
Beautifully located overlooking the coast this hotel is stylish, elegant and offers a choice of 2 onsite restaurants, landscaped gardens and a spa.
A 4* boutique hotel named for Salvador Dalís wife overlooking the village of Cadaques with delightful sea views from the terrace & pool. The village centre & seafront is a couple of minutes stroll away.
Bike hire is included in the tour.
Get ready for the ride of your life on the brand new gravel race bike by Wilier – the Rave SLR ID2.
Gethyn is from Wales but has been living in Catalonia for 14 years, and having found a quiet spot in the forest not far from Girona, he has no intention of leaving. Gethyn’s been a part of the ESC team since the early days and loves the job. He rides road and gravel with friends and MTB with his dog.
Josep is from a small city in Catalunya called Reus. He loves cycling and has a passion for sharing cycling experiences with others. He’s a guide for Eat Sleep Cycle all over Europe & leads our Morocco tours.
Jordi is from the Girona region and lives on the Costa Brava. Jordi continues to run his own food business and joins our guide team in 2024 to provide top notch vehicle support.
Laura is a guide, professional cycling coach and endurance cyclist who has completed some of the coolest ultradistance gravel events (which she absolutely loved!). Laura loves guiding as she really enjoys empowering people to ride their bikes and discover new places, help their cycling adventures come true, and share unforgettable moments together.
If you love cycling put a cycling tour of Girona high on your bucket list. A paradise for roadies, gravellers & mountain bikers alike, Girona has an amazing network of rides ready to blow your mind. It's a destination that can be enjoyed all year around, with the most popular months to ride being March to June & September to November.
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