The route
The walks are mainly on coastal and inland paths, with only a small amount of asphalt. Along the coast, you will encounter narrow trails, rocky sections, steps, sandy and pebbled beaches and paths through Mediterranean woodland, while the inland stages follow quieter tracks, forest paths and old cobbled lanes. The final stages around Cap de Creus and Sant Pere de Rodes are more mountainous, with loose stones and steeper ascents and descents. Day 7 is the most demanding stage, but a shorter and easier coastal alternative is available.
Itinerary
The old centre of Calella de Palafrugell has retained much of the character of a traditional coastal village, with narrow streets, shops, cafés and restaurants. Two small beaches lie right beside the old town, providing a lovely introduction to the landscapes you will explore over the coming days.
Hotel (example): Hotel Calella de Palafrugell
Today's circular walk takes you through the protected Castell-Cap Roig area, one of the less developed stretches of the Costa Brava. The route follows the coast past small coves and beaches, including Cala Estreta, with the Mediterranean never far away.
The landscape changes between rocky coastline and Mediterranean woodland with pine, oak and olive trees. After exploring the coastal trails, you return through the forest to Calella de Palafrugell for a second night.
Hotel (example): Hotel Calella de Palafrugell
Today's walk offers plenty of variety as you leave Calella de Palafrugell and follow paths through Mediterranean forest and along the rugged coastline. The route passes small coves and viewpoints over the sea and takes you through attractive coastal villages including Llafranc and Tamariu.
As you continue north, the route gradually leads away from the shoreline towards Begur. With its elevated position and lively old centre, the town is a rewarding place to finish one of the more undulating stages of the journey.
Hotel (example): Hotel Rosa
Leaving Begur, you turn inland and walk through pine forest towards the medieval village of Pals. Take some time to explore its historic centre before continuing through the quieter countryside of Empordà.
The route leads across agricultural landscapes and past small medieval villages before reaching Peratallada, known for its old stone buildings and cobbled lanes. After exploring the village, you will be picked up and transferred to Cadaqués, where you spend the next two nights.
Hotel (example): Octavia
Today's circular walk starts in Cadaqués and follows the coast towards Port Lligat, where Salvador Dalí lived for many years and where his former home can be visited. From here, the walk continues into the distinctive landscape of Cap de Creus, characterised by exposed coastline and unusual rock formations.
You continue towards the lighthouse at Cap de Creus before returning to Cadaqués on a more inland route. Alternatively, you can take a rest day and spend the day exploring Cadaqués at your own pace.
Hotel (example): Octavia
Leave Cadaqués behind and head north through the wild landscapes of Cap de Creus. The route follows rural paths through the coastal mountains, with open views across the surrounding landscape as you make your way towards Port de la Selva.
Port de la Selva lies between the sea and the mountains and has retained the atmosphere of a small fishing village. Its setting makes it a natural base for the final and more mountainous stage of the walking holiday.
Hotel (example): Hotel Porto Cristo
The final full walking day takes you southwest from Port de la Selva and steadily uphill towards the historic monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes. From the monastery, you can continue higher towards the ruins of Castell de Sant Salvador, the highest and most demanding part of the week's walking.
Your efforts are rewarded with extensive views across Alt Empordà and the Albera Mountains, towards the Pyrenees and over the Bay of Roses and Cap de Creus. From the heights, the route descends towards Llançà, where you spend the final night of the journey.
If you prefer an easier final day, it is possible to skip the mountain ascent and instead follow a gentler coastal route of approximately 6 km between Port de la Selva and Llançà.
Hotel (example): Hotel La Goleta
After breakfast, your walking holiday comes to an end in Llançà.
From Llançà, you can continue your journey independently by train. It is also possible to book an optional private transfer to Girona Airport or to Figueres/Figueres Vilafant railway station.
Pictures from the trip
Prices and dates
Price includes
ACCOMMODATION
- 7 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels and country inns
FOOD & DRINKS
- Breakfast every day
WALKING AND EXPERIENCES
- 6 days of hiking (approx. 81 km in total)
- Welcome meeting
- Detailed descriptions of the carefully selected routes (route maps, route descriptions, information about relevant tourist attractions and important phone numbers – in English)
- Access to the route in our GPS app, which also works offline (one access per person)
- Option to receive GPX files for use in your own GPS
TRANSPORT
- Luggage transfer between the hotels
- Transfer from Peratallada to Cadaqués (day 4)
- Transfer from Girona Airport, Girona railway station or Palafrugell bus station to the first accommodation in Calella de Palafrugell (you need to inform us when you arrive)
OTHER
- 24-hour local and international service hotline for the duration of the tour
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
GENERAL
- Flights to/from Spain
- Handling fee (€25)
- Travel insurance
REQUIRED AND PAID LOCALLY
- Any tourist taxes at the hotels
OPTIONAL
The following can be selected in the booking form, when you book the tour.
- Transfer from and to Barcelona Airport
Use the button "Calculate price" on this page to see what the tour will cost with your wanted inclusions.
PARKING
It is possible to park at the first hotel or nearby. Parking cannot be reserved in advance and must be arranged directly with the hotel (expect a cost of approximately €10–20 per day).
Practical information
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
Check the price quickly
You can quickly check the price of your desired trip without having to fill out any forms. Here’s how:
- Click on the "Calculate Price" button (you’ll find it in the "Dates and Prices" section) – this will take you to the first pages of the booking form
- Select your preferred date, number of people, room distribution, any extra nights, and any available add-ons you may want
- See the price
Get a quote
If you would like a flight included, or changes made to the trip, you can request a customized offer by clicking the "Get Quote" button at the top of the page. Remember to describe in detail what changes you would like.
The booking process
When you book the trip, we will begin booking hotels and arranging all the practical aspects of your tour. This process typically takes 5–8 working days, but in some cases it may take longer for certain bookings. If you arrange your own transportation, we recommend waiting until we have confirmed your booking before making any arrangements.
Dates
If you can select a date in the trip calendar (in the booking form), then this is a possible start date. We regularly update our trips with sold-out dates; these dates will then appear in red/grey and cannot be selected.
Transport to and from Spain is not included in the price of the trip. We recommend waiting to book your flights or other transport until the trip has been confirmed. This normally takes 5-8 working days.
Arrival transfer is included
On the day of arrival, a transfer to your first hotel in Calella de Palafrugell is included from either Girona Airport, Girona railway station or Palafrugell bus station.
It is important that you inform us in advance where and when you would like to be picked up. The transfer can only be arranged correctly if we have your arrival time and pick-up location before the trip.
By air
Girona is the nearest airport, but it is also possible to fly to Barcelona. From Barcelona Airport, you can continue to Girona by bus or by train via Barcelona. When you arrive at Girona Airport or Girona railway station, you can use the included transfer to your first hotel.
It is also possible to travel from Barcelona to Palafrugell by bus. When you arrive at Palafrugell bus station, the onward transfer to Calella de Palafrugell is included.
By train
If you travel by train, Girona is the most convenient station for your arrival. Direct trains run from Barcelona Sants to Girona. When you arrive at Girona railway station, the transfer to your hotel in Calella de Palafrugell is included.
Please remember to let us know your expected arrival time in Girona so that the transfer can be arranged.
By car
It is possible to drive to Calella de Palafrugell in your own car. Please note, however, that the walking holiday does not finish in the same place where it starts. The final overnight stay is in Llançà, so if you arrive by car, you will need to arrange your own transport back to the car after the trip.
Departure
The trip ends in Llançà, which has its own railway station. From here, you can take a regional train directly to Barcelona. The journey usually takes around 2 hours and 20 minutes, but you should always check the current timetable for your travel date.
It is also possible to book a private transfer from Llançà to Girona or Barcelona for an additional fee.
How it works
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You book the trip with us.
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We confirm the trip – normally within 5-8 working days.
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Once the trip has been confirmed, you can book your transport.
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You send us your arrival time and pick-up location so that we can arrange the included transfer.
During the trip, you will stay for 7 nights in carefully selected 3- and 4-star hotels and charming country inns. The accommodation varies in style and size, but all properties are well located along the route and provide a comfortable place to relax after the day's walk.
In the itinerary, you can see examples of the hotels we most often use on this trip. If the hotels shown are not available when we confirm the tour, we will use hotels of a similar standard.
Breakfast is included every day during the trip. Lunch and dinner are not included.
Lunch
We have added relevant places to eat along the individual daily routes in the app, so you can get an overview of the options available along the way. However, the app does not show whether the listed places are currently open, so on stages with only a few options, we recommend checking opening hours before setting off in the morning. You can also buy provisions in local shops or ask your hotel whether they can prepare a packed lunch for you.
Dinner
There are generally good opportunities to find restaurants in the overnight towns, offering both local Catalan dishes and more international options. Along the Costa Brava, fish, seafood and Mediterranean cuisine naturally play an important role, and especially in the coastal towns you will find a good selection of restaurants.
Local specialities
The region is known for Catalan cuisine based on fresh ingredients from both the sea and the countryside. Look out for local fish and seafood, rice dishes, anchovies, mussels and other Mediterranean specialities. You can also try wines from the Empordà region, which pair particularly well with the local cuisine.
If you travel at the beginning or end of the season, some restaurants may have reduced opening hours or be seasonally closed. We therefore recommend checking opening hours during your trip.
Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
This journey has difficulty level 2
Grade 2
Easy hiking on reasonably good trails. The day walks will last 4-6 hours in hilly terrain. Anyone in good physical condition can participate. Your luggage will be transported and you only carry a light daypack. Requires comfortable footwear such as trekking shoes or hiking boots.
Read more about our grading system here.
On this tour, you will receive the following documents:
Upon booking
Immediately after booking this trip, you'll recieve a pre-booking-email where you can get a complete overview of your booking. Once the tour is confirmed you get a confirmation email from us along with practical information about the tour.
One month before departure
You will receive a hotel list and final travel documents.
Upon arrival at the first hotel
You'll receive the welcome pack, which contains everything you need for the trip. There will be route descriptions, maps, luggage tags and specific local vouchers. The documents are in English.
Notice: On some tours it is necessary to either print the documents yourself or to bring them electronically.
We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.
Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.
After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.
The Costa Brava has a mild Mediterranean climate, and spring and autumn are excellent times for a walking holiday in the area. In March and April, daytime temperatures are typically around 14–17°C, while May and the first half of June often bring temperatures of around 19–24°C. September is still warm, with temperatures around 23°C, while October and November gradually become cooler, with typical daytime temperatures of around 19°C in October and 15–16°C in November.
On the coastal walks, you should be prepared for sunshine, wind and quickly changing weather. Around Cadaqués and Cap de Creus, it can be particularly windy, and in spring and late autumn the wind can make it feel cooler than the temperature suggests. Rain can occur throughout the season, and October is usually one of the wetter months.
We recommend bringing layered clothing, a windproof and waterproof jacket, as well as sun protection. On warmer days, it is also important to carry plenty of water for the day's walk.
The weather can of course never be guaranteed and may vary from year to year and from day to day. We therefore recommend checking the local weather forecast before setting out on each day's walk.
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When you book a trip with us, we plant a tree in Kenya.
Bering Travel partners with Growing Trees Network, which has been planting trees in Kenya since 2020 in collaboration with Seniorer uden Grænser (Seniors Without Borders). The trees are planted with small-scale local farmers in the Mount Kenya region, as well as at schools, where the fruit helps supplement students’ diets and is incorporated into their learning.
The trees are planted using the shamba method – a sustainable approach that combines reforestation with agricultural crops. This keeps the soil covered with vegetation throughout the year, helping to prevent nutrient loss and reduce erosion.
The contribution to tree planting comes directly from Bering Travel’s own earnings and is not added to the price of your trip.
This initiative is not intended as a carbon offset for travel, but as a way to make a positive contribution.
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