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Your guides for this tour will be Pablo (+34 677 35 65 86) and Enrique (+34 696 54 60 88).
Gratuities for our guides are much appreciated to thank them for exceptional service, support, and expertise. The industry standard for each individual guest is 7.5-10% tip of the trip price at the end of the tour. Local currency is preferred.
Call the Bike Spain Tours office on +34 915 590 653, or out of office hours call +34 677 356 586. We will get you where you need to be and get you the help you need.
Your insurance policy number is 21374464. You can find your insurance documents here.
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In order to ensure that there is enough space for everyone to travel comfortably in the van, we ask that you bring only one standard hold luggage size suitcase and one rucksack per person.
Please be aware that Spaniards follow a very particular routine in terms of their daily meals, and this is often strictly enforced by restaurant opening hours, especially in small towns!
You can expect restaurants to be open for lunch from approximately 1:30pm – 4pm. Remember that lunch is the main meal of the day in Spain.
Dinnertime in Spain is any time from 8pm onwards. Dinner in Spain is typically a lighter meal.
Monday, August 25th. Costa Brava.
Arrival day
Accommodation: Hotel Peralada Spa & Golf
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, gym, swimming pool, spa, laundry, garden
Meals included: Dinner
Arrival at leisure in Peralada. You can check into the hotel from 3pm.
4pm: Our Bike Spain Tours guides will pick you up from Hotel Catalonia Square. In case of any issues, contact Pablo on (+34) 677 356 586.
9pm: Dinner at Restaurant L’Olivera (Hotel Peralada).
The beautiful medieval town of Peralada is the centre of local cava and wine production.
Explore Peralada’s atmospheric historic quarter. Highlights include the 10th-century city walls, the medieval Jewish quarter and the 14th-century Convent del Carme.
The Castle Museum (open Tue – Sun 10 am – 12pm/3:30pm – 5:30pm) features wine-making artifacts dating back to the 14th century.
Sample the local vintage at the Bodega Castell de Peralada at the foot of the castle (open Mon – Fri 6am – 2pm); and explore the medieval town centre.
Tuesday, August 26th. Costa Brava.
Accommodation: Hotel Peralada Spa & Golf
Route: 86.9 km/54 miles
Elevation: +1603 m/+5259 ft
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, gym, swimming pool, spa, laundry, garden
Meals included: Breakfast
Our first route begins with some beautiful cycling through the vineyards of the Alt Empordà, passing through wine towns such as Garriguella, where we’ll find the oldest groves, and Vilajuïga, famous for its natural mineral water and historic dolmens, with the distant Pyrenees as a constant backdrop.
After Vilajuïga, comes today’s star attraction: a stunning route around the windswept peninsula of Cap de Creus! We’ll begin with a challenging ascent up to the hilltop abbey of Sant Pere de Rodes, which dates back to the 9th century, before enjoying a smooth downhill ride into Port de la Selva, a whitewashed fishing village framed by hills.
Next, we’ll climb Sa Perafita before enjoying a thrilling descent into Cadaqués: steep, technical, and flanked by stark granite hills that suddenly give way to a view of the town nestled against a sparkling bay. Cadaqués is a charming fishing port made famous for its association with Catalan painter Dalí.
From Cadaqués, we’ll continue east toward Far del Cap de Creus, a lighthouse perched on the edge of the world. The road narrows and becomes rougher, but the views are epic — jagged cliffs, crystalline coves, and windswept headlands.
Our return to Peralada takes us back through the Parc Natural de Cap de Creus, a landscape of dry stone walls, wile rosemary and wind-sculpted pines.
Non-cyclist activities
We’ll enjoy some time in the beautiful port town of Cadaqués and the nearby bay of Portlligat, once home to surrealist painter Salvador Dalí.
Wednesday, August 27th. Costa Brava.
Accommodation: Hotel Peralada Spa & Golf
Route: 78 km/48.5 miles
Elevation: +721 m/+2365 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 5: Figueres > Figueres
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, gym, swimming pool, spa, laundry, garden
Meals included: Breakfast
The big day has come: it’s time for La Vuelta’s very first stage in Spain!
From Peralada, we’ll head north through gentle agricultural landscapes toward Espolla, skirting the base of the Albera mountain range, passing stone farmhouses and dry-stone terraces—typical of this ancient wine-growing region. We’ll pass through a number of sleepy mountian hamlets, with views of the Pyrenees growing more prominent on the horizon.
The ride continues through cork oak forests and tranquil, shaded lanes, before descending into Biure and offering a refreshing change in landscape as we leave the hills behind and roll into open fields dotted with fruit trees and old masias.
Next, we’ll arrive into the charming city of Figueres, capital of the Alt Empordà and known as the home of Catalan genius Salvador Dalí. Today, Figueres will play host to La Vuelta 2025’s very first time trial! We’ll test our own pace by cycling the stage ourselves, before heading to the VIP area to cheer on our favourites as they cycle the very same route!
In the afternoon, we’ll spend some time exploring Figueres. The city boasts a charismatic and diverse architectural heritage, from the medieval city walls to the modernist and neo-classical structures around La Rambla.
Non-cyclist activities
Today, we’ll explore Figueres and the Museo-Teatro Dalí: the world’s largest surrealist artwork!
11am: Visit Museo-Teatro Dalí. You can access your tickets here.
Thursday, August 28th. Andorra
Route: 81.9 km/50.9 miles
Elevation: +1340 m/+4396 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 6: Olot > Pal. Andorra
Accommodation: Hotel Yomo Mola Park
Hotel services: Restaurant, gym, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Today we’re heading into the mountains to visit the tiny Principality of Andorra, and to witness the very first summit finish of La Vuelta 2025!
We’ll begin with a van transfer to the Sierra de Montgrony mountain range, where we’ll begin our route in the charming town of Ribes de Freser. From here, we’ll climb steadily through Dòrria, one of the highest villages in Catalonia.
Next, you’ll ascend to the ski resort of La Molina, then traverse the forested Pla de la Baga with sweeping views of the Cerdanya valley. A descent takes you into the picturesque town of Bellver de Cerdanya, before following the Segre River through Martinet and El Pont de Bar. The ride finishes in La Seu d’Urgell, a historic town nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees, where we’ll head to the VIP finish area to watch the peloton arrive.
In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy some free time to explore the beautiful mountain town of Andorra La Vella.
Non-cyclist activities
After a stunning drive through the mountains, we’ll explore Andorra La Vella, where we can relax at southern Europe’s largest spa, or indulge in some retail therapy!
8:30pm: Dinner at the hotel.
Explore Andorra la Vella, blending culture, nature and relaxation in a compact alpine capital.
Discover the historic highlights of Església de Sant Esteve, a Romanesque church dating back to the 11th century, and Casa de la Vall, a 16th‑century manor and former parliament.
Take a selfie in front of “Noblesse du Temps”, a sculpture by Catalan surrealist artist Salvador Dalí located in the city centre.
Indulge in some duty-free retail therapy on Avinguda Meritxell, Andorra’s “shopping mile”.
Reward yourself after today’s challenging cycle route with a circuit at Caldea Spa, one of southern Europe’s largest thermal complexes, boasting saunas, hot pools and hammams.
Friday, August 29th. Huesca
Route: 66.2 km/41.1 miles
Elevation: +1901 m/+6236.9 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 7: Andorra > Cerler. Huesca la Magia
Accommodation: Hotel Monasterio Boltaña
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, spa, gym, laundry, garden
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Today, we’ll be watching the start of the stage in Andorra! We’ll use our VIP passes to join in with the behind-the-scenes excitement at the beginning of the day’s stage, taking selfies with our favourite pro cyclists and chatting to their teams.
After seeing off the pros, we’ll hop into our van for a transfer to El Pont de Suert, a stunning mountain village nestled in the Ribagorça valley, right on the border between Catalonia and Aragón.
From here, the route winds eastward along quiet roads through lush alpine villages, offering peaceful countryside and sweeping Pyrenean views. After climbing gently to Laspaúles, the route threads through the rugged beauty of Bisarri and descends into the Benasque Valley.
From here, the climb resumes through picturesque mountain villages to Eriste, where the valley narrows and the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic. As you reach Benasque, the alpine character of the region takes over: stone buildings, glacial peaks, and crisp mountain air. The final challenge is the ascent to Cerler and onward to Ampriu, a dramatic finish at 1,910 meters altitude, surrounded by peaks and ski slopes.
In the evening, we’ll have some free time to enjoy the luxurious installations of our five star hotel.
Non-cyclist activities
Today we’ll explore the charming mountain villages and breathtaking scenery of the Huesca region.
8:30pm: Dinner at the hotel.
Saturday, August 30th. Zaragoza
Route: 68.2 km/42.4 miles
Elevation: +1100 m/+3607 ft
La Vuelta: Stage 8: Monzón Templario > Zaragoza
Accommodation: Hotel Palafox
Hotel services: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym, laundry
Meals included: Breakfast
Our final cycle route begins with a descent into the medieval town of Aínsa, where we can admire the beautifully preserved stone square and castle. From here, the ride continues southward along tranquil roads through Morillo de Tou and the turquoise shores of the Embalse de Mediano, offering spectacular views over the water.
Next, the route climbs gently through rolling hills and pine forests to reach Abizanda, home to a striking 11th-century tower. From here, a scenic and peaceful stretch leads to Naval, known for its traditional salt pans and pottery.
The route continues through vineyards and olive groves to Castillazuelo, before finishing in Barbastro, the heart of Somontano wine country, whose wines boast Protected Denomination of Origin status. Here, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch in a local winery, paired with the local vintage.
From Barbastro, we’ll travel by van to Zaragoza in time to watch end of today’s stage from the VIP section at the finish line.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy some free time to explore the historic city of Zaragoza.
Non-cyclist activities
We’ll begin the day by exploring the delightful mountain village of Aínsa, and the wine country of Somontano and in the afternoon we’ll discover the storied history and spectacular architecture of Zaragoza.
With its exquisite mix of Roman ruins, Mudéjar marvels, Baroque grandeur, vibrant tapas culture, Zaragoza has something for everyone!
Top of your list should be Zaragoza’s iconic Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, a Baroque masterpiece set on the banks of the Ebro River, and the majestic Catedral de La Seo, a UNESCO-listed blend of Romanesque, Gothic, Mudéjar & Baroque architecture.
A little outide the city centre, you can visit the Palacio de la Aljafería, an 11th‑century Moorish palace, now the seat of Aragón’s Parliament.
Those interested in ancient history will love the Museo del Foro de Caesaraugusta & Teatro Romano, which is located under the Plaza de la Seo and which boasts the ruins of a Roman forum baths, and theatre.
In the eveing, head to El Tubo: a vibrant medieval alleyway famed for tapas and local wines. Ideal for a lively evening crawl!
Sunday, August 31st
Departure day
After breakfast, our services will come to an end.
We hope that you had a wonderful La Vuelta experience with us!
