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Girona Gravel Bike Tour

The quiet fire roads of Girona's countryside

Tour Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Trip Style

Discover, Gravel

Activity Level

Level 4

Hotel Level

Explorer

Bikes

Trek Checkpoint SLR 7
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

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Starting from

$1,999.00 per person

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Get off the beaten path in Catalonia and discover why this Girona gravel bike tour is an unpaved paradise.

With its world-class roads—both paved and dirt—and perfect weather, it's no wonder so many cycling enthusiasts and pros call Girona home. Join us as we grab our impressive Trek Checkpoint bikes, fitted with extra-wide tires for a smooth ride, and explore the quiet fire roads of the Girona countryside. Each route feels like an uncharted adventure, away from the crowds, and the gravel riding here is second to none. When the day is done, return to the breathtaking historical center of Girona and rest up at one luxurious location for the duration of your trip. No need to worry about packing and unpacking - just focus on the ride and your Trek Travel guides will take care of the rest. So what are you waiting for? Join us for an insider's view of cycling's unofficial home and every off-the-beaten-path route we can find. Learn more about Gravel trips and if they're right for you » See all your cycling options at our Girona Cycling Center»

Trip Wows
  • Explore scenic gravel roads that are becoming staples in Girona's expanding gravel culture

  • Stay at a boutique hotel in the city center, perfect for exploring every narrow, winding, cobblestoned lane Girona has to offer

  • Tackle the dirty side of famous climbs like Santa Pellaia and Els Àngels and marvel at breathtaking scenery from the Sanctuary with views stretching all the way to the Pyrenees

  • Refuel for your next day's ride with excellent local cuisine, tapas, and cycling-themed cafes

  • Enjoy adventurous routes designed by our guides including single and doubletrack connectors that only a local would know

A group of cyclists pose in a line in front of tree-covered hills

Gravel adventures on Els Àngels

Pedal up the unpaved side of Els Àngels

Climb the emblematic Els Àngels just outside Girona, a favored route for all cyclists with varying routes and challenges. Each path ends with rewarding views of the scenic countryside.


What Guests are Saying
Three gravel cyclists pose in a stone door frame

Girona is one of the great area's in Europe for Gravel riding. The city is great and the climate is even better. A perfect trip for people that want to start to explore traveling on a bike with TREK TRAVEL. You can't miss this opportunity! Amazing location, The BEST GUIDES, The BEST BIKES! We are waiting for you!

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Wiebe, The Flying Dutchman, Trek Travel Guide

Bottom line—a great week, a memorable week, and a week that brought both Gloria and me much happiness, and a real sense of accomplishment.

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Michael R., Trek Travel Guest

Two cyclists pose with their bikes with an out of focus lake and grasslands in the backgroun

Trek Travel, of which we have participated in 14 tours (and counting!), has stood out amongst the crowd of bicycle tour operators in several aspects. First and foremost, the heart of your business: The guides. Whatever it is you do to train them (and we’ve heard stories!) is perfect. They bring to the table not only their amazing people skills (read: PATIENCE), but a fun-loving spirit that does not seem disingenuous. They have a set of mechanical skills that proves invaluable. To say your rental fleet is superior is an understatement.

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Lynn M., Trek Travel Guest


drone landscape with city shot of Old Town in Girona

Great Ride

Girona to Els Àngels and Santa Pellaia

Ride the gravel version of these two classic climbs starting at historic Pont de Pedra. Admire the fantastic views, medieval villages, and scenic country roads.


Dates & Pricing

Book early for the best price

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  • Private

  • Limited Availability


Itinerary
Activity Information

Hotels
HOtel Nord outdoor pool and patio area
hotel room at the Hotel Nord
HOtel Nord guest room suite
HOtel Nord lobby seating area
Double hotel bedroom with dark walls and wood floor
Girona, Spain
Hotel Nord
Explorer

A beautiful modern take on Girona, Hotel Nord 1901 is a hotel built to embrace Girona’s rich culture and celebrate the incredible cycling the city has to offer. Combining the cultural influences of the old city, Hotel Nord 1901 is located right in the city center and even boasts its own onsite cycle-centric coffee bar to get that pre and post-ride espresso. Amenities include an indoor pool, spa treatments, proximity to great cycling routes and shopping, as well as sports recovery massage.
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image of queen bet with bright orange accent pillows in a hotel room
Rows of set tables with a wall of shelves filled with colorful bottles.
Front lounge of Hotel Ciutat with sofa and two chairs on an area rug.
Patio in front of Hotel Ciutat with street scene in background
Hotel breakfast smoothies, coffee, and toasts with tropical flowers in the background.
Outdoor patio with flowers, table, and umbrella at Hotel Ciutat
Girona, Spain
Hotel Ciutat de Girona
Explorer Hotel Variation. See dates for details.

This elegant and modern city hotel is situated in the tourist center and close to the old town center. The tastefully decorated rooms are filled with all the amenities needed to ensure a comfortable stay. You can take advantage of their professional spinning room and massage service, complete with ecological spa products. Hotel Ciutat de Girona has been the first hotel in the city to be awarded the sustainable tourism certification Biosphere Responsible Tourism and continues to make sustainable and ethical tourism a high priority while still maintaining a full commitment to attentive and authentic customer service.
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Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
Trek Checkpoint SLR 7 Gravel bike Gravel
Trek Checkpoint SLR 7

Ride with confidence on the best gravel bike in the business, featuring a high-performance frame designed to be nimble yet stable, and the smoothing effect of IsoSpeed technology. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide safe stopping, and with the electronic Shimano GRX Di2 drivetrain, you’re set for smooth shifting on any terrain. Enjoy all the bumps in the road with robust 45mm tubeless tires. The Checkpoint SLR 7 will take you on big adventures beyond the pavement.

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Trek Domane+ SLR bike Road
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

Upgrade your experience on the Domane+ SLR 7. It has everything you love in a road bike, with the extra boost to take you farther than ever before. With an ultra-lightweight design and a whisper quiet electric assist motor, this performance e-road bike will assist you on the climbs and enable you to venture further. So go ahead—take the long way. With Domane+ SLR 7, there’s always room for more distance and more fun!
Upgrade to the Domane+ SLR 7 on this trip for $399 (3-6 day trips) or $599 (7+ day trips). Available in limited quantities. See specific trip dates for available bike options.

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Two cyclist and one rider

Our Guides

The World's Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

Certified Guides

Additional Gear
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer with pre-loaded routes
  • Bontrager saddle*
  • Bontrager helmet*
  • Shimano SPD mountain style pedals*
  • *For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
A collage of cycling gear guests will use on a Trek Travel Ride Camp, Discover, or Self-Guided Bike Tour.

Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • Getting off the beaten path means there may be limited services during gravel rides. There may not be traditional restrooms available on some routes, but there will be plenty of trees.
  • While 80% of the routes are on gravel terrain, Day 4 is closer to 60% due to the optional climb up Santa Pellaia and the Today’s route that descends Els Angels on asphalt back to Girona.
  • On some rides, we may opt for a simple picnic-style lunch on the route or a more traditional cafe lunch at or near the end of the ride when we are back in town.
  • When it comes to Spanish cuisine, it’s important to keep in mind that dinners are served late, with reservations beginning at 8:00 PM. But don’t let that discourage you! This is all part of the experience and it only adds to the charm of dining in Spain. Embrace the culture, savor each bite and enjoy the flavors that make Catalan cuisine so amazing!
  • Please note: You may stay at Hotel Ciutat de Girona instead of Nord 1901 on select dates depending on group size.

Before and After Your Trip

Weather

Average monthly temperature and precipitation

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 57.0°F· 13.9°C 58.0°F· 14.4°C 63.0°F· 17.2°C 67.0°F· 19.4°C 74.0°F· 23.3°C 81.0°F· 27.2°C 87.0°F· 30.6°C 87.0°F· 30.6°C 80.0°F· 26.7°C 72.0°F· 22.2°C 63.0°F· 17.2°C 57.0°F· 13.9°C
Low 35.0°F· 1.7°C 36.0°F· 2.2°C 40.0°F· 4.4°C 44.0°F· 6.7°C 51.0°F· 10.6°C 58.0°F· 14.4°C 63.0°F· 17.2°C 63.0°F· 17.2°C 58.0°F· 14.4°C 52.0°F· 11.1°C 42.0°F· 5.6°C 36.0°F· 2.2°C
Rain 0.52"· 1.32 cm 0.39"· 0.99 cm 0.52"· 1.32 cm 1.14"· 2.90 cm 1.05"· 2.67 cm 0.73"· 1.85 cm 0.27"· 0.69 cm 0.27"· 0.69 cm 1.03"· 2.62 cm 0.9"· 2.29 cm 0.58"· 1.47 cm 0.51"· 1.30 cm
FAQs

In Girona, you can expect to experience temperatures in the 60s and 70s Fahrenheit (16ºC-24ºC) in the fall and 50s to 60s Fahrenheit (10ºC-18ºC) in the winter months. Girona is located between the Costa Brava on the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees Mountains. Be sure to bring plenty of layers for riding as there can sometimes be cooler temperatures with sporadic precipitation. View our Packing List

To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.




*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.




**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, Discover, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Bike trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Discover, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour.

Read our Cancellation Policy

Our Trip Consultants are available to assist and can answer your questions. Please call us at 866-464-8735.

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us.
Learn more about our Travel Protection

We've collaborated with a specialized travel agency committed to delivering tailored vacation planning, ensuring your entire Trek Travel journey is nothing short of unforgettable. Learn more about our Travel Services.

Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Discover Gravel trip, we recommend $150-$200 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to the most common questions that don't necessarily pertain to a specific trip. See Gravel FAQs


Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Don’t see exactly what you are looking for or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

What is the Difference?

Ultimate Luxury:

Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.

Luxury:

Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.

Explorer:

These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.

Combined:

On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of Explorer and Luxury hotels. Rest assured, no matter which hotel level you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.

Activity Level

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discover:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself