Cycling and water sports holiday

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Overview
Highlights
- Explore the foothills of the Gavarres and the vineyard
- Discover Barcelona
- Cycle to Calella de Palafrugell, a pretty former fishing village
- Explore the coastal paths before enjoying some snorkelling off the rocks
- Cycle takes you to the medieval villages
- Opportunity to cycle to Castells bay for some snorkelling.
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Details
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Trip includes
- 7 nights self catering accommodation in luxury restored townhouse in center of Palamos.
- Welcome pack with essential items to get you started.
- 21 speed hybrid bikes, helmets, water bottles, locks, maps, route notes etc.
- Two hour sea kayaking session
- Two hour paddle boarding.
- Snorkeling equipment and underwater camera.
- Two hour sailing trip on Pepa Banderas or similar.
- Services of a Cycle Catalan guide throughout your trip.
- Transfer to medieval villages on Day 6.
- What’s not included.
- Travel insurance
- Private transfer from Girona airport ( supplement of $48)
Itinerary

You will be collected from Palamos bus station if arriving from Barcelona. A private transfer can be arranged from Girona airport at a small supplement. Welcome meeting, tour briefing and bike fitting over a glass of Cava.
Level: Easy to Moderate
Distance: 26kms
Circular bike route exploring the foothills of the Gavarres and the vineyards.
Cycle to Calella de Palafrugell, a pretty former fishing village with quaint cobbled streets and 4 small sandy bays, perfect for your paddle board experience! Jordi your guide will be there to meet you and give you your equipment and some tips on how to get started. Relax on the beach before heading back to Palamos by bike.
Explore the coastal paths before enjoying some snorkelling off the rocks around the bay of La Fosca. Equipment and an underwater camera is provided.
Head over to the bay of Castells one of the last remaining totally unspoilt beaches on the Costa Brava. We have booked you a two hour sea kayaking session to explore the coastline and some of the amazing rock formations. It’s ideal for snorkelling so pack your gear as well as your swimsuit!
Level: Easy to Moderate
Distance: 34kms
Today’s cycle takes you to the medieval villages. You will be collected at 9.30 am and driven to Pals, a perfect example of a fully restored medieval village with great views from the top at El Pedro. You will cycle along quiet roads exploring many of these pretty villages before returning to Palamos by bike later this afternoon.
Cycle to Castells bay for some snorkelling. This afternoon we have booked you on a two hour sailing trip on the magnificent sail boat Pepa Banderas which sets sail from the bay of Palamos.
After breakfast you take the express bus back to Barcelona or alternatively we can arrange a private transfer back to Girona airport.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Accommodation
comprises of lounge with balcony,3 bedrooms, (two with balconies),2 double and 1 twin room, 3 bathrooms, large utility room, small exterior patio, herb garden, 1 large fully equipped kitchen open to dining room and patio. Large roof terrace with kitchen and heated plunge pool, garage for bikes. Full air conditioning throughout, Free View TV and WIFI. Palamos has a lovely old quarter famous for its tapas bars and many restaurants all within 3 minutes of the house.
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