Cycling Spain’s Mediterranean Coast: Barcelona to Valencia – 8 Days
The Ebro Delta, Sierra de Irta and car-free coastal paths, in a group of up to sixteen.
Tour overview
This 8-day cycling holiday follows Spain's Mediterranean coast from Catalonia to Valencia on quiet roads and car-free paths. A tour leader rides with the group, which numbers between six and sixteen. You stay seven nights in three- and four-star hotels, some with pools and sea views, with breakfast daily and a welcome dinner.
After a night in Barcelona you ride from Sitges to Altafulla, then follow a disused railway line to medieval Tortosa and the seaside town of Sant Carles de la Ràpita.
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You cycle through the wildlife-rich Ebro Delta, then enter the Valencia region through the Sierra de Irta Natural Park, ride car-free paths to Castellón and finish with a cycling tour of Valencia.
The physical rating is medium. This holiday suits cyclists who want coast, nature and a sociable group.
Trip highlights
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Sitges to Altafulla (Day 2)
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A railway path to Tortosa (Day 3)
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The Ebro Delta (Day 4)
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The Sierra de Irta (Day 5)
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Car-free paths to Castellón (Day 6)
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A cycling tour of Valencia (Day 7)
Your route
13 stops from Barcelona to Valencia
- Barcelona Day 1
- Sitges Day 2
- Altafulla Day 2
- Benifallet Day 3
- Tortosa Day 3
- L'Ampolla Days 3–4
- Ebro Delta Natural Park Day 4
- Peñíscola Day 5
- Alcossebre Day 5
- Benicàssim Day 6
- Castellón de la Plana Day 6
- El Puig Day 7
- Valencia Days 7–8
Why choose this tour
The Mediterranean coast by bike, with a leader. Quiet roads and car-free paths.
Best suited to
- Cyclists
- Nature lovers
- Solo travellers
- Couples and friends
Day-by-day itinerary
8 days from Barcelona, Spain to Valencia, Spain
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Day 1 · Barcelona Barcelona
A welcome dinner.
- Hotel
- Catalonia Sagrada Familia
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Sitges, Altafulla Altafulla
The coast begins.
- Hotel
- Hotel Altafulla Mar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Tortosa, Sant Carles de la Ràpita Sant Carles
A railway path.
- Hotel
- Hotel Juanito Platja
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Ebro Delta Ebro Delta
Wetlands and birds.
- Hotel
- Hotel Juanito Platja
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Sierra de Irta, Alcossebre Alcossebre
A natural park.
- Hotel
- Gran Hotel Las Fuentes
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Castellón de la Plana Castellón
Car-free paths.
- Hotel
- Hotel NH Mindoro
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Valencia Valencia
A city ride.
- Hotel
- Hotel Olympia Universidades
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 8 · Valencia, Barcelona Barcelona
The holiday ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Barcelona (1 night) Catalonia Sagrada Familia
- Altafulla (1 night) Hotel Altafulla Mar
- Sant Carles de la Ràpita (2 nights) Hotel Juanito Platja
- Alcossebre (1 night) Gran Hotel Las Fuentes
- Castellón (1 night) Hotel NH Mindoro
- Valencia (1 night) Hotel Olympia Universidades
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 7 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
- Meals 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner
- Hybrid bike hire
- Transfers and a support vehicle
- Guided rides through the Ebro Delta and Sierra de Irta
- Group arrival and departure transfers
- Tour leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Meals not included 6 lunches and 6 dinners
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You are new to cycling
- You want most meals included
- You want to stay in one place
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £2,246 per person, twin share, tour only. 12 upcoming departures. Single travellers from £2,598 (single supplement from £352).
Offer Reduced prices on selected dates, shown with the regular price crossed out. Book by 16 Oct.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Do I need a visa for Spain?
No, UK citizens can visit Spain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. Check gov.uk for the latest EU entry rules before you travel.
How hard is the cycling?
Moderate daily rides, mostly flat, on quiet roads and cycle paths.
What bikes are used?
Fully serviced hybrid bikes; e-bikes may be available as an upgrade.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast daily and a welcome dinner.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement is available on request.
How many people travel together?
Between six and sixteen travellers, with a tour leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary