Cycle Marseille to Barcelona
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Embark on an exhilarating 8-day cycling tour that takes you through the heart of Southern France and Catalonia, Spain. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and nature, offering you the chance to explore vibrant cities, quaint towns, and stunning landscapes. From the multicultural port city of Marseille to the artistic streets of Barcelona, every day brings a new adventure. Cycle through the protected lowlands of the Rhone delta, explore the medieval town of Aigues Mortes, and marvel at the architectural wonders of Figueres. With opportunities to visit historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the local culture, this tour promises an unforgettable journey.
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A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options
7 Breakfasts
Bus, Bicycle, Ferry, Train
7 nights standard hotel
Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.
All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.
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Attractions
Old Port of Marseille
Salvador Dalí House MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Marseille
- Marseille - Arrival day
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Welcome to Marseille, a vibrant port city in southern France. Your tour leader will meet you at the hotel reception for a welcome meeting at 7 pm, followed by a group dinner. If you require an airport transfer, please arrive at Marseille Provence Airport, which is a 30-minute drive from the hotel. No activities are planned for today, so you can relax and settle in.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Marseille and Cycling to Saintes Maries de la Mer
- Marseille
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
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- Old Port of Marseille
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After breakfast, we'll embark on a walking tour of old Marseille, visiting the old port, Place de Lenche, Place de Moulin, and the historic Panier district. We'll then drive to Porte-Saint-Luis-du-Rhone and take a short Rhone river ferry crossing. From here, we'll start our first cycle ride through the protected lowlands of the Rhone delta, ending in Saintes Maries de la Mer, where we'll spend the night.
Day 3 – Day 3: Cycling through the Camargue and Rhone Delta to Sete
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
- Sète
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- Aigues mortes
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Today, we'll continue our cycling journey through the rivers, lagoons, and canals of the Camargue and Rhone Delta. We'll visit the fortified medieval town of Aigues Mortes before ending our ride in Villeneuve-les-Maguelone. From there, we'll take a train to Sete, where we'll check into our hotel and have the chance to swim in the Mediterranean.
Day 4 – Day 4: Cycling to Bezier and Train to Collioure
- Béziers
- Collioure
- Sète
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- Vélorail du Canal du Midi
- Canon de Collioure
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We'll leave Sete today and cycle to Bezier along back roads and a stretch of the famous Canal du Midi. After reaching Bezier, we'll take a train to the picturesque town of Collioure, known for the impressive Chateau Royal de Collioure that dominates the waterfront.
Day 5 – Day 5: Crossing the Border to Figueres, Spain
- Upper Empordà
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- Salvador Dalí House Museum
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Today, we'll cycle inland on quiet back roads over the Banyuls pass, marking the border between France and Spain. We'll then cycle south to Figueres, where we'll spend the night. The afternoon is free for you to explore the town, and you may choose to visit the famous Salvador Dali theatre-museum.
Day 6 – Day 6: Cycling through the Emporda Region to Torroella de Montgri
- Upper Empordà
- Torroella de Montgrí
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- Expo Dalí
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After breakfast, we'll cycle across the rolling hills of the Emporda region of Catalonia. We'll take a rest stop in Empuries, where you can visit the remains of one of the most important Greek settlements in Spain and enjoy a swim at the beach. We'll then continue to our hotel near Torroella de Montgri.
Day 7 – Day 7: Cycling to Palamos and Bus Ride to Barcelona
- la Bisbal d'Empordà
- Barcelona
- Torroella de Montgrí
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This morning, we'll cycle from our hotel through diverse scenery, including stops at the medieval villages of Peratallada and La Bisbal. We'll then continue to the port town of Palamos before taking a bus ride to Barcelona, where we'll arrive in the late afternoon. We'll celebrate the end of our trip with a final group meal in this marvelous city.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Barcelona
- Barcelona - Departure day
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Our journey concludes after breakfast at our hotel in Barcelona. You are free to depart at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you require an airport transfer, please note that Barcelona-El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport is about a 30-45 minute drive away.
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