Get things started in vibrant Barcelona • After reaching the Pyrenees, bike past alpine villages, herds of cows and farmers tending their crops • Sample cava, Spain's beloved sparkling wine which originated in Barcelona • Scenic bike routes—popular training ground for the pros—lead into the French Pyrenees, where the incredible views are exhilarating • Spend a full day in France, stopping in the fortified mountain town of Mont-Louis, a World Heritage site • Cross back into Spain for a dinner of irresistible fondue and delicious, locally sourced dishes.

Gear up for an epic climb up La Collada de Toses, which at 5,907 feet is one of the highest paved roads in the Pyrenees • Relish a long winding descent into the sun-kissed valleys of the pre-Pyrenees • Join our local friend and guide for a village tour of remarkable Girona, one of the most important Middle Age cities in Catalonia and a hub for international pro cycling teams • Are you a foodie or a history buff? Enjoy the best of both in the heart of the town's old quarter.

Bike over the Gavarres Mountains for panoramic views • Ready for a break? Stroll through medieval towns where red-tile roofs and wooden balconies adorn stone homes • Learn about traditional tapas in a gastronomic experience in Peratallada • Ride through the stunning Costa Brava, where the Mediterranean laps against white-sand beaches and villages cling to forested hills above hidden bays • Acclaimed Catalan fusion cuisine and fresh seafood awaits • Stop for a leisurely café in the harbor town of Palamós • Pedal past fields of sunflowers and wheat to the Baix Empordà, the "region of coves," stopping to explore hamlets with cobbled town squares, baroque-style churches and ancient fortresses.