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At Borgolecchi, our B&B in Tuscany, nothing is left to chance—but the best things in life do tend to happen that way.
◆ Climbing: Hilly7 Days / 6 Nights
From
$5,950USD
Dates
2 March – 1 November 2027
Group Size
8 - 14
Lead Guide
Manuel Cardoso
EAT
Fresh sardines grilled over an open flame, suquet de peixa—a rich seafood stew with saffron and fresh fish, salty anchovies from the coastal town of L’Escala, tender razor clams served with garlic aioli, seafood noodles straight from the harbor, and artisan bread baked fresh in the village’s stone oven.
DRINK
Red wines from nearby Priorat vineyards, sparkling Cava from Penedès for every celebration, easy-drinking wines from Montsant, a splash of Ratafia liqueur with dessert, espresso from our La Marzocco machine, and an Estrella Damm beer at sunset.
About This Trip
Costa Brava. Ridden Properly.
Paragraph 01: Catalonia is where the world’s best cyclists come to train. The roads are quiet, the climbs are honest, and the light in the late afternoon does something to the landscape that’s difficult to explain until you’ve seen it yourself. Girona has been an open secret in professional cycling for years, but inGamba’s Catalonia trip was never really about the city.
It starts inland, at Camiral, where the cork oak forests of the Gavarres roll out in every direction and the riding is as varied as anywhere in Europe. It ends on the Costa Brava, at Hostal Empuries: a hotel built in 1907 for the archaeologists excavating the Greek and Roman ruins next door, now one of the most quietly distinguished places to stay on the Mediterranean coast. Between those two points: six days of roads that earn their reputation.
This is Catalonia at its best. Forest climbs, coastal headlands, medieval villages, the wide flat plain of the Emporda with the Tramuntana wind at your back or in your face depending on the day. The food is serious. The history is everywhere. And the riding, from the hills above Bruniola to the raw exposed roads of Cap de Creus, is as good as it gets.
Travelling with a Non-Rider?
Borgolecchi is a destination in itself. Non-riding companions can enjoy a full programme of cultural experiences, relaxation, and Tuscan exploration while you’re on the bike.
Available Activities
Cooking Classes
Wine Tastings
Nearby Walking Tours
Massage & Wellness
Truffle Hunting
Olive Oil Tour
Pool & Gardens
KEY FIGURES
Trip at a Glance
Total Distance
465
Total Elevation
5388
Riding Days
6
Start / Finish
Barcelona
Longest Day
Day 3 -108 km
Biggest Climb Day
Day 2 - 1276m
DIFFICULTY RATING
Climbing: Hilly
Routes with genuine climbing and rewarding descents. You'll work for the views, but nothing here requires a granny gear. A satisfying day in the saddle for cyclists who enjoy a bit of punch in their rides.
What's Included?
Everything you need,
nothing you don’t
Europe's finest hotels
Stay in the stunning locations that we know and love, and spent years finding.
Pinarello Dogma F with SRAM RED AXS
The latest DOGMA F engineered for any road, equipped with the lightest electronic groupset available. E-bike option also available.
All Meals & Beverages
Every breakfast, lunch and dinner — from handmade pasta to Fiorentina steak grilled while you watch. Wine, espresso and aperitivi included.
Airport Transfers
Pick-up from Porta Romana (10:30) or Florence Airport (11:00). Drop-off arranged on departure day at 8:30am.
Custom Q36.5 × inGamba Kit
High-tech performance meets luxury for the optimal riding experience with our Custom 36.5 kit.
Daily Post-Ride Massage
Professional soigneurs with peloton experience ease sore muscles and prepare you for the next day.
Daily Bike Wash & Maintenance
Five mechanics work meticulously to ensure your Pinarello is race-ready every single morning of your trip.
Daily Cycling Laundry Service
Don't worry about chores whilst you're away, all cycling kit is cleaned overnight, so it’s fresh, dry and ready to go each morning.
Custom bags
Make use a beautiful day bag from Ideal & Co. Yours to keep after the trip.
Fuelling is taken care of
Fill your pockets with fresh snacks, or make use of an entire Enervit collection.
Not Included
Flights
Guide Gratuities
Beverages Beyond Group Activities
Pre/Post-Trip Lodging
Travel Insurance
Day By Day
Your Week In Catalonia
1
Bruniola - SHAKE DOWN
L D
An easy opener -- by design. The roads around Bruniola are a quiet introduction to the Costa Brava interior: rolling, forested, unhurried. Enough climbing to earn dinner, not enough to remind you of your jet lag. Settle into Camiral, take stock of the week ahead.
2
El Angels
B L D
The legs wake up. The road to the Sanctuary of Els Angels climbs through cork oak and scrub before opening to views that stretch to the coast on a clear day. This is the day that sets the tone: measured effort, serious reward. Back to Camiral with something to talk about over dinner.
3
Tossa del Mar
B L D
The longest day, and the one you'll remember longest. The route winds down to the medieval walls of Tossa de Mar before continuing north along the coast, trading between quiet inland climbs and glimpses of the Mediterranean. You arrive at Empuries with the satisfaction of having crossed the landscape properly.
4
Sant Mori
B L D
A rest day in everything but name. The Emporda plain stretches out around Sant Mori in every direction: flat, wide, windswept in the best way. Short on elevation, long on rhythm. A chance to spin out tired legs and take in the quieter side of Catalonia before the final push north.
5
Begur
B L D
Begur sits high above a string of hidden coves, and you'll earn the view. The route rolls through the heart of the Baix Emporda, with enough climbing to keep it honest and enough coastline to keep it beautiful. One of the week's most satisfying days: varied roads, a proper effort, and the sea always somewhere in frame.
6
Porte de La Selva
B L D
The Cap de Creus peninsula marks the easternmost point of the Iberian peninsula, and the fitting end to the week. The road to Port de la Selva is raw and exposed: all granite and wind and big sky. Nothing between you and the horizon. It's the kind of finish that doesn't need embellishing.
7
Departure - The Last Day
B
This is our final morning together and after a leisurely breakfast, it will be time to say goodbye, or at least arrivederci, until we meet again. Transfers to the airport will be arranged by our hard-working crew but if you’re planning on staying a few extra days, let us know if we can help with reservations or a few recommendations.
For dining:
B = Breakfast,
L = Lunch,
D = Dinner
Meet Your Guide
Manuel Cardoso
A National Champion
Manuel Cardoso is no longer sitting on the front of the pack, pulling everyone along at what some would describe as a “brisk” pace and what others are unable to describe at all, because they’re too busy gasping for breath and holding onto the wheel in front of them for dear life. Manuel is now sitting just slightly off the back of the pack. As I look back, I realize he has that look on his face. The look that struck fear in the hearts of the Pro Peloton for many years. Part grin, part mischievous child, and all business. He is about to start some shenanigans.
Sure enough, just a few kilometers later, Manuel has picked one lucky contestant out of the pack and they are sitting in, waiting like predators for the perfect moment. For Manuel, just like when he raced pro, this is when the road turns slightly up. A spot where it gets tough for everyone. And he accelerates with his breakaway “partner” in tow. He ramps it up to a speed with which no one can latch on, and with such precision you have to question whether you actually want to try and close the gap he has created. And you can’t see it, but you just know he is grinning from ear to ear.
”"We're specifically trying to give our guests the closest experience of what it means to be in a pro team, at any speed."
The Pro Experience
A literal WorldTour service.
With years of experience in the professional peloton, our mechanics and soigneurs bring WorldTour-level care to every detail of your ride. Up to five mechanics work meticulously each day to ensure your Pinarello is perfectly tuned and adjusted for you alone—not just race-ready, but dialed to your precise preferences. Meanwhile, our soigneurs draw on their own experience as professional riders to anticipate your needs before you voice them: bottles filled and positioned exactly right, ride food prepared and timed to fuel you through the hardest climbs, post-ride massages that ease tired muscles, and the kind of quiet, confident support that prepares you mentally and physically for whatever the road brings next. This is the care that once belonged only to the pros. With inGamba, it’s yours.
Your Equipment
The finest bikes in cycling
Pinarello Dogma F
Included in trip price
GRUPPO
SRAM RED AXS
TYRES
Vittoria Corsa N.Ext
COMPUTER
Garmin Edge 1040
WHEELS
Zipp 303 S Carbon
COCKPIT
MOST Talon Ultra
PEDALS
Speedplay
Pinarello Nytro Gravel
Available — additional fee
GRUPPO
SRAM RED eTap AXS
TYRES
Vittoria Corsa N.Ext
COMPUTER
Garmin Edge 1030
WHEELS
Zipp 303 S Carbon
COCKPIT
Zipp Service Course SL
PEDALS
E-Bike Assist
Where You'll Stay
Hostal Empuries
Hostal Empuries sits in the fishing village of L’Escala, directly above the Mediterranean, steps from the ancient Greco-Roman archaeological site that gave the hotel its name. The original building dates to 1907, first built to house the archaeologists excavating the ruins next door — and something of that spirit of quiet scholarship has stuck. The restaurant faces the sea. The kitchen focuses on eco-Mediterranean cuisine, drawing on the same coastline you’ve been riding through all day. After four days on the roads of the Emporda, there are worse places to be pointed at the horizon with a glass of something cold.
On-Site Dining
Garden & Terraces
Wine Cellar
Private Beach
Massage Room
Nearby Attractions
What Our Guests Say
Words from the road
”"An amazing travel experience. They make you feel like a star. I was blown away by the treatment that can only be likened to a professional athlete — just without the race."
Daniel B.Guest in 2024
”"The whole experience is magical. The rides are stunning. The care and attention to detail is first class. The massages are a lifesaver."
Lyn K.Guest in 2018, 2019 & 2023
”"The best in the industry. A once in a lifetime experience every time! The people that make inGamba are the reason you will want to travel with them again and again."
Victoria P.Guest in 2024
Average weather in Catalonia
Jan
13°
60mm
Feb
14°
50mm
Mar
17°
65mm
Apr
19°
75mm
May
23°
80mm
Jun
27°
40mm
Jul
30°
32mm
Aug
29°
38mm
Sep
26°
75mm
Oct
21°
99mm
Nov
16°
85mm
Dec
13°
65mm
Dates & Pricing
Choose Your Preferred Trip
Trip
Price
Lead Guide
Status
Trip
Mar 2 – Nov 1
Catalonia Bike Tours
Price
$5,950USD
Lead Guide
Manuel Cardoso
Status
Available
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Single Supplement: $1,200 per person · Private Trips: Available on request for groups of 6+
FAQs
Am I fast enough?
Don't worry, this is our most asked question...
Guests of inGamba are passionate cyclists who love the sport and the lifestyle that surrounds it. Most of our community are experienced riders of all ages and various abilities, who appreciate great roads, fine food, and unforgettable company.
While everyone enjoys a challenge, no one’s chasing a pro contract here. Instead, the focus is on sharing incredible rides at a comfortable pace, soaking in the scenery, and enjoying the journey. You’ll find more “middle of the pack” and “social” riders than hard chargers at the front, and with our exceptional staff-to-guest ratio, every rider is fully supported, no matter their speed or style.
Good to Know
Practical Details
Arrival & Departure:
Fly to: Barcelona (BCN)
Pick-up: Barcelona Airport 11:00
Drop-off: Barcelona Airport, departure from hotel at 8:30am
We recommend arriving the night before. Our concierge can help with hotel recommendations.
Gratuties:
Gratuities are customary if you feel the staff delivered an exceptional experience. Most guests find 10-20% of the trip cost appropriate. All tips are split evenly among the entire team.
Cancellation & Protection:
We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your booking. View our cancellation policy →
Need to change dates? Contact us as early as possible and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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