A cycle journey from Marseille to Barcelona that explores the wild beauty of the Camargue, medieval villages, the Canal du Midi, vineyards, Greek and Roman remains and the inviting beaches of Catalonia. We also travel by train and bus as we cycle the most interesting sections between the historic port cities.
- Catalan Emporda – Cycle through this beautiful region
- Camargue wetlands – Explore the regional park and natural reserve by bike
- Mediterranean culture – Contrasts between the French and Catalan (Spanish) Mediterranean
Itinerary
Itineraries on some departure dates may differ.
- DAY 1 – Trip starts in Marseille
- DAY 2 – Explore old Marseille on foot; cycle protected wetlands of the Camargue
- DAY 3 – Explore Camargue nature reserve by bike; visit medieval Aigues Mortes
- DAY 4 – Cycle the Canal du Midi to Bezier; train to Collioure
- DAY 5 – Cycle into Spain to Figueres, optional visit to Dali museum
- DAY 6 – Cycle Emporda region; optional visit to Greek ruins in Empuries
- DAY 7 – Cycle through Peratallada and La Bisbal. Drive to Barcelona
- DAY 8 – Trip ends in Barcelona
INCLUDED MEALS
Breakfast: 7
TRIP STAFF
Explore Tour Leader / Cycle guide
Driver(s)
TRANSPORT
Bus
Bicycle
Ferry
Train
ACCOMMODATION
6 nights comfortable hotel
1 nights premium hotel
CYCLING GRADE:
Moderate
GROUP SIZE:
Trip maximum 16
EXW – CFS
Images courtesy of Explore Worldwide
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