Contrasts of Catalunya Cycling

Gentle and totally varied cycling, interest-packed, fairly flat routes: coastal paths, riverside trails, poppy fields and sunflowers Stunningly beautiful sun-coloured villages - many with Roman and Greek origins - and untouched by tourism Hotels full of Catalan character – all with pools –including C14 luxury castle Superb regional cuisine, excellent value local wines Choice of 8 or 10 night holiday; option for extra nights in Barcelona too

This holiday is full of contrasts and variety, and explores one of the most beautiful corners of Catalunya, following an oval loop. It’s gentle cycling too, occasionally offroad, through olive groves, peach orchards, paddy fields and along pretty coastal paths. The landscape is gently rolling for the most part, and the changing seasons bring blossom-white in spring, sunflower-yellow in high summer and warm gold at harvest time. This area of Catalunya is rich in mediaeval villages and highlights include sun-drenched Pals, prosperous Peratallada and Castell d’Emporda, perched proudly on its outcrop affording spectacular views over the entire plain.

You stay in a variety of hotels, all with pools, which have been specially chosen for their charm and character. They range from a friendly farmhouse in Baseia to a magnificently restored C14 castle just outside La Bisbal. And, for people with 10 nights to spare, why not include a luxury ***** stay in the historic coastal town of Roses? Hotel Vistabella affords fabulous views across the Gulf of Roses, and has direct access to a small sandy beach.

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