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Spanish Pyrenees to Costa Brava Family Multi-Adventure Tour - 20s & Beyond

Spanish Pyrenees to Costa Brava Family Multi-Adventure Tour - 20s & Beyond

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Medieval Villages to Heavenly Beaches

From $4,199 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights

(+$930 for sgl. occ.)

Special Kids Prices

In Catalonia, the landscape that inspired surrealist Salvador Dalí is sure to summon your family's adventurous spirit. From Barcelona to the Pyrenees, every mile makes new memories. Practice your Spanish in medieval villages. Explore Costa Brava's heavenly beaches. Sound surreal? You're not dreaming—you're in Catalonia!

Highlights

Hike and bike scenic routes in the majestic Pyrenees, enjoying mountain views and green valley vistas
Pair local wines with incredible Spanish cuisine and savor quiet moments of siesta at luxurious hotels
Journey amid the Costa Brava's secret coves and cliffside grandeur by foot, bike, kayak and boat
Discover the surrealism and artistic genius of Salvador Dalí in his Catalonian hometown of Figueres

Spain

Start/End Barcelona

Itinerary

Day 1 Barcelona, Catalonia's vibrant capital, is the starting point for your Spanish adventure | Head into the mountains on two wheels, pedaling past alpine villages, herds of goats, and farmers tending their crops | Celebrate the week to come with cava, the local sparkling wine, and other tasty local specialties.

Days 2-3 Trek in the foothills of the French Pyrenees | Discover mountain lakes described in legends as the tears of Hercules, shed for his beloved Pyrenee | Linger over lunch in a traditional rifugio | Ready to bike over one of the highest passes in the eastern Pyrenees? Choose to tackle the Coll de la Creueta climb, fully supported and at your own pace, or grab a lift in the van | Coast downhill with exceptional views over the Alt Ripollès Valley | In Figueres, visit the exceptional Dalí Theatre-Museum, home to countless pieces of Dalí's mind-bending work | Partake in a wine tasting before a delicious family meal at our elegant hotel.

Day 4 Explore the hidden coves of the Costa Brava by kayak | Hike rugged coastal trails to discover quaint seaside villages and savor spectacular views | Stroll in the waterfront village of Tamariu | Unwind at our luxurious family-run retreat.

Days 5-6 Pedal through the sunflower fields of the Baix Empordà | Take a dip in the azure waters of the Mediterranean | Complete your journey with one last bike ride along rural roads through medieval villages.

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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

If you must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the policy outlined below. Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather, terrorism, civil unrest or personal emergencies. There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early. Private room or tent, bike rental and internal air charges are considered part of the total trip cost and are subject to cancellation fees. Percentage charges are calculated on total trip cost.

Cancellation Fees (Per Person)
Days Prior to Trip Start	Scheduled Trips	Private Trips	Custom Trips
126+ days	$200**	$600	30%
95-125	$200**	30%	50%
61-95 days	30%	50%	75%
31-60 days	60%	75%	100%
0-30 days	100%	100%	100%

** Rather than paying the cancellation fees, you may choose to keep your trip deposit ($600) in a holding account to use on a future Backroads trip with no expiration date.

Bike Cancellation Policies: If you are renting a Specialized Roubaix, Ruby, eBike or Co-Motion Tandem, a full cancellation fee will apply in the event you cancel your trip reservation inside 30 days.

Transfers: You may transfer from one trip to another up to 95 days before trip departure without penalty—except Private or Custom Trips.

Release of Liability: Guests are required to provide a signed Release of Liability, Assumption of All Risks, and Arbitration Agreement and a completed Personal Information forms prior to trip departure; you will receive these materials shortly after reserving your trip. You may also complete your forms online. We are unable to allow guests to participate in any aspect of a Backroads trip without a signed release form.

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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.

Private Trip Pricing

10 or more Guests: from $4,199 pp dbl occ

9 Guests: from $4,699 pp dbl occ

8 Guests: from $4,899 pp dbl occ
2-7 Guests: Give us a call or reach out here!

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2020 August

8+ 8/13–8/18

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Tell us what your dream trip would be and we'll make it happen! Whether you're looking for a honeymoon trip for 2, a 30-person family reunion or a 100-person corporate trip, we can do it all. A dedicated Custom Trip Consultant will work closely with you to bring your dreams to reality. Call us at 800-462-2848 to speak with your Custom Trip Consultant or click on the button below.

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Prices

From $4,199 pp dbl. occ.
6 days / 5 nights

(+$930 for sgl. occ.)

Special Kids Prices

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Premiere & Casual Hotels*

Hotel Bernat de So

Llívia (2 nights)

* Casual Hotel

Mas Falgarona Hotel & Spa

Figueres (1 night)

Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa

Torrent (2 nights)

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 1-4

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Why Backroads

Why Travel with Backroads in Pyrenees and Costa Brava

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Premiere & Casual Hotels*

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

Hotel Bernat de So

Llívia (2 nights)

* Casual Hotel

Set amid an expansive garden, this historic farmhouse blends traditional Catalan design and contemporary style. (pool)

Mas Falgarona Hotel & Spa

Figueres (1 night)

Enjoy a warm welcome at this renovated 15th-century stone farmhouse, tucked into the countryside between the Pyrenees and Costa Brava. (pool, spa)

Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa

Torrent (2 nights)

A beautifully restored 18th-century manor house with stylish rooms and historic country charm. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 1-4

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Daily Route Options (drag to see full )

Day	Activity	EASYGOING				ACTIVE				AVID
Daily Route Options
		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 4		Level 5
		miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain
1	Biking	12*	900	17	1200
2	Walking/Hiking					5*	800	9*	1200
3	Biking			22*	200	36*	1300	44	3200
3	Other	Dalí Museum Guided Tour (1.5 Hours)
4	Walking/Hiking	3*	500	5*	600	6	900
4	Kayaking	the Costa Brava
5	Biking	12*	500	23*	1000	33*	1400
6	Biking	9	300	15	200

Note: On this Family Trip, our biking routes follow rolling terrain and hiking routes at times follow secluded back country trails. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary and mileage is moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.

* Includes shuttle.

Learn more about how we determine our activity level and fully support a range of abilities and interests.

Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Available Bike Options

The key to a stellar day’s ride is a bike that’s perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip.

Backroads Titanium Bikes (Included in your trip price)

Our custom-built titanium bikes are specially designed for you—and we offer different models for varied terrain so your bike is ideally suited to the region. Our custom-made bikes are included in your trip price.

Touring Bike (Included)

Performance Road Bike (Included)

Backroads Custom Electric-Assist Bike (Included in your trip price)

Wishing for a little extra assistance up those hills? Our custom Backroads Electric-Assist Bike lets you experience the thrill of exploring on two wheels while providing a boost when you want it. We've modified a selection of our great Titanium Bikes with the intuitive BionX "pedal-assist" system.

Backroads Custom Electric-Assist Bike (Included)

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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Get the Straight Talk about This Trip

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Pyrenees and Costa Brava

Only the Best Hotels

On this trip featuring Premiere Hotels, you can count on the best lodgings Pyrenees and Costa Brava has to offer. In fact, the hotels we've chosen in this region have higher retail room rates than those offered by any other active travel company—even when their trips cost more.

Experts with Secrets to Share

In choosing the ideal experts to enrich your travel experience, we look for people with a wealth of local knowledge, but also the ability to convey their insights in English. Too often travelers find themselves smiling politely, not quite understanding what they're being told. Our experts share intriguing facts, anecdotes and inside stories that stay with you forever.

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