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What to expect on our Catalonia walking holiday

Four Scenic Hikes

Four Scenic Hikes

Coastal paths, volcanic terrain & serene wetlands with expert guide.

Medieval Monuments

Medieval Monuments

Enjoy dramatic panoramic views from the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes.

Archaeological Sites

Archaeological Sites

Empúries offers a fascinating journey through 2,000 years of history.

Quaint Villages

Quaint Villages

Discover Besalú's medieval charm and Cadaqués' coastal beauty.

About this trip...

Our escorted group walking holiday in Catalonia offer an exceptional way to explore the region’s diverse landscapes, rich history, and striking coastal and inland scenery. Based on the Costa Brava, this itinerary combines dramatic Mediterranean coastline, volcanic landscapes, and medieval heritage villages, from the rugged cliffs of the Cap de Creus Natural Park to the peaceful wetlands of the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà and the volcanic terrain of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park.

Hiking in Catalonia reveals a remarkable variety of landscapes —coastal paths, volcanic hills, forested trails, and panoramic ridge walks—along with opportunities to discover centuries of cultural heritage and traditional Catalan life. Along the way, we discover some of Catalonia’s most iconic locations, including ancient Greek and Roman ruins at Empúries, the medieval monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes and timeless villages such as Besalú and Cadaqués.

Your trip includes four guided walking days, with time to explore highlights such as Roses, the Dalí Museum in Figueres (additional cost), and the region’s most beautiful villages and archaeological sites, offering a perfect balance of nature, culture and relaxation.

Grade: Moderate

Activity Level: Activity Level Rating
What's this?

What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • One piece of checked baggage
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Twin/double room for sole use
  • Solos Board: Daily breakfast & dinner, with picnics on walking days
  • Four fully guided walking days
  • Entrance to Empúries
  • Entrance to Sant Pere Monastery
  • Free Solos App with all your travel documents
  • Dedicated Whatsapp group for your trip
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Full financially protected

What's extra:

  • Insurance see here

Itinerary

  • Arrival in Barcelona
  • Cap de Creus Natural Park & Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery
  • Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park & Empúries
  • Day at leisure
  • Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park & Besalú
  • Day at leisure
  • Tudela Nature Reserve & Cadaqués
  • Departure day

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival in Barcelona

Day One: Arrival in Barcelona

After landing, we transfer to our hotel with our fellow solo travellers. Located on the stunning Costa Brava in Catalonia, Roses is a charming seaside town known for its beautiful beaches, picturesque harbour and rich history.

 

  • Dinner included
Day Two: Cap de Creus Natural Park & Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery

Day Two: Cap de Creus Natural Park & Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery

For our first hike, we follow scenic trails offering spectacular views over the Bay of Roses before ascending to the ruins of Sant Salvador de Verdera Castle, dramatically perched above the landscape. From its summit, we are rewarded with breathtaking 360-degree panoramas stretching across the Cap de Creus Natural Park, the Mediterranean coastline and the surrounding mountains. 
After our walk, there is the opportunity to visit the magnificent Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, one of Catalonia’s finest examples of medieval architecture and a true cultural treasure.
  • Distance: 5 km
  • Ascent: 260m+
  • Descent: 170m-
  • Duration: 3-4 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky trails, dirt tracks, and paved sections.
  • Transfer: Hotel to Cap de Creus Natural Park 35 mins/ Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes to Hotel 35 mins
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Three: Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park & Empúries

Day Three: Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park & Empúries

Today we enjoy a gentle walk through the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park, one of the most important wetland reserves in the Mediterranean and a vital stopover for migrating birds. As we explore the park’s diverse habitats, we hope to spot a variety of bird species that thrive in this unique natural environment. This is a pleasant and easy walk across largely flat terrain, allowing plenty of time to appreciate the scenery and wildlife.

Following our walk, there is the opportunity to visit the fascinating archaeological site of Empúries, where the remains of ancient Greek and Roman settlements overlook the Mediterranean Sea.

  • Distance: 6 km
  • Ascent: Minimal
  • Descent: Minimal
  • Duration: 3-4 hours
  • Terrain: Mostly level hard-packed dirt trails
  • Transfer: Hotel to Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park 20 mins/ Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park to Empúries 20 mins/ Empúries to Hotel 35 mins
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Four: Day at leisure

Day Four: Day at leisure

Today we have a day at leisure to relax at the hotel, or we can explore Roses at our own pace.


  • Breakfast & dinner included

 Day Five: Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park & Besalú

Day Five: Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park & Besalú

Today we explore three of the most iconic sites within the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Our journey takes us to two extinct volcanoes and the enchanting Fageda d’en Jordà, a unique beech forest that has grown atop an ancient lava flow. Home to the youngest volcanic landscapes in Catalonia, this remarkable area offers a fascinating glimpse into the region’s geological history. On our return to Roses, we will make a stop in the beautifully preserved medieval village of Besalú, renowned for its historic streets and impressive Romanesque bridge.

  • Distance: 12 km
  • Ascent: 225m+
  • Descent: 225m-
  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky volcanic paths and hard-packed dirt tracks
  • Transfer: Hotel to Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park 1hr/ Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park to Besalú 20 mins/ Besalú to Hotel 45 mins
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Six: Day at leisure

Day Six: Day at leisure

Today we’ll enjoy another day at leisure to rest and enjoy the hotel's facilities. Alternatively, we have the opportunity to join an optional half day excursion (additional cost) to the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres. Experience the extraordinary world of Salvador Dalí, home to the largest collection of the artist’s works, the museum itself was conceived and designed by Dalí, making it one of his greatest creations. Step into a universe of surrealism, imagination and creativity as you discover paintings, sculptures and installations unlike anywhere else in the world.

  • Breakfast & dinner included
Day Seven: Tudela Nature Reserve & Cadaqués

Day Seven: Tudela Nature Reserve & Cadaqués

Today we explore the spectacular Tudela Nature Reserve, a remarkable landscape where wind and sea have sculpted extraordinary rock formations that inspired many artists, including Salvador Dalí. We also visit the iconic Cap de Creus Lighthouse, standing at the easternmost point of Catalonia and surrounded by some of the oldest geological formations in the region. Walking along this magnificent stretch of coastline, we are treated to dramatic scenery and breathtaking views.

After our hike, there will be free time to discover Cadaqués, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful villages in Catalonia, with its whitewashed houses, charming streets, and picturesque seafront.

  • Distance: 10.5 km
  • Ascent: 300m+
  • Descent: 340m-
  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky trails, dirt tracks, and paved sections.
  • Transfer: Hotel to Tudela Nature Reserve 45 mins/ Cap de Creus Lighthouse to Cadaqués 20 mins/ Cadaqués to Hotel 30 mins
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Eight: Departure day

Day Eight: Departure day

This morning, we gather one final time for breakfast before making our way back to the airport for our flight home. 

  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

Prestige Victoria Hotel, Roses

Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and just steps from the sandy beach, Prestige Victoria Hotel is a welcoming beachfront hotel in the Santa Margarida district of Roses on Spain’s beautiful Costa Brava. Its relaxed atmosphere and convenient location just 2km from the centre of Roses and surrounded by the natural beauty of Cap de Creus make it an excellent choice.
Facilities include:
The hotel offers indoor and outdoor pools (seasonal opening), a spa and wellness centre with sauna and steam room, a fitness area, and a buffet restaurant serving Mediterranean and international cuisine. Relax on the spacious terrace with panoramic sea views or soak up the sunshine on the hotel’s solarium.
Room includes:
Rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, safe, minibar, hairdryer and balcony.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
21 Apr 2027 28 Apr 2027 7
£2069
  Please call for regional flights
29 Sep 2027 6 Oct 2027 7
£2119
  Please call for regional flights

Essential Information

Walking Programme

Guided walks are included as part of this holiday. Your dedicated walking guide will brief you in resort on the daily walking programme.

The walking programme is graded by difficulty, and you can expect to walk varying distances with a range of ascents and descents. Some walks may be challenging, with uneven or rough terrain underfoot and sections at higher altitude. Please refer to the day-by-day itinerary for full details of each walk.

A good level of physical fitness is required to fully enjoy this holiday.

It is important that you consider whether your chosen holiday is suitable for your level of fitness, mobility and any medical conditions or additional needs. If you are unsure, please contact our team before booking. We will be happy to discuss the holiday requirements and your individual circumstances to help you decide whether the holiday is suitable for you.

We are committed to treating all customers fairly and will consider any reasonable adjustments where possible. Please let us know before booking if you have a disability, medical condition or any additional requirements that may affect your holiday. This allows us to assess whether we can safely and appropriately accommodate your needs and to ensure you have the best possible holiday experience.

Care should be taken at all times, particularly on uneven or wet terrain. If you normally use walking poles, we recommend bringing them with you. Sturdy walking boots or walking shoes are essential.

Please note that the route and content of the walking programme may need to change during the holiday, at the discretion of the specialist walking guide or local organiser, if local conditions require.

If you have any concerns during your trip, please speak to your specialist walking guide or Solos Tour Leader.

For further information, please refer to our website Terms and Conditions https://www.solosholidays.com/uk/terms-and-conditions/

 

 

Walking Programme
Four guided walks are included in the programme. Your walking guide will advise you in resort of the daily programme. The walking programme is graded as Moderate and you can expect to walk between 5 to 12km per day, with some ascents/descents and rough underfoot terrain involved. 

Cap de Creus Natural Park

  • Distance: 5 km
  • Ascent: 260m+
  • Descent: 170m-
  • Duration: 3-4 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky trails, dirt tracks, and paved sections.

Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park 

  • Distance: 6 km
  • Ascent: Minimal
  • Descent: Minimal
  • Duration: 3-4 hours
  • Terrain: Mostly level hard-packed dirt trails

Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park

  • Distance: 12 km
  • Ascent: 225m+
  • Descent: 225m-
  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky volcanic pasths and hard-packed dirt tracks
Tudela Nature Reserve
  • Distance: 10.5 km
  • Ascent: 300m+
  • Descent: 340m-
  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Terrain: A combination of rocky trails, dirt tracks, and paved sections
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in your chosen activity holiday. If you are unsure as to whether the walks are within your capabilities, please contact the office to discuss this matter, thus making sure you appreciate the terrain that you will be walking.  You will be walking across uneven ground in some areas and extreme care must be taken, especially if wet. If used to using a pole/stick, it is advisable to bring it. Please appreciate the route and content of the holiday may change at the time and at the discretion of the guide/organiser, should conditions require. Solo’s Holidays cannot be held responsible for personal injury, accident or damage to property whilst on these walks other than incidents arising out of the company’s negligence. The guide has the right to refuse to guide a walk with anyone not properly attired. 
Dress Code

Evenings on this trip are relaxed and informal. Comfortable holiday wear is perfect—think lightweight layers, casual clothing and shoes suitable for strolling around local villages or enjoying dinner. No formal wear is required.

Gratuities

There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below.

Your Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters, and hotel staff of approximately €30 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.

What to Wear - Walking Days
It is important that you have the correct footwear. It is essential to wear walking boots that are comfortable and preferably lightweight, with some ankle support and a good grip. If you already have a pair of boots that you are happy walking in (including during hot/wet weather and on hard ground), then bring these along. However, if you are bringing new footwear, do make sure they are well broken in before you arrive. The weather, even in summer, can be unpredictable. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:
  • Walking boots with good ankle support
  • Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
  • Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
  • Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
  • Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
  • Walking socks – several pairs
  • Lightweight fleece or jumper
  • Hat & gloves
  • Daysack/rucksack for walking
  • Umbrella – it can be used also for protection from the sun as well as rain
  • Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
  • Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellent, etc
  • Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses – the sun’s strength is often multiplied in mountainous areas.
Passports & Visas
A full 10-year passport is required valid for at least the duration of your stay. Holders of passports with the inscription “British Citizen” or “European Union” do not require a visa.
 
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. 
 
For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Spain Foreign Advice 
 
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements. 

From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.

 

Health requirements
Compulsory vaccinations: None. All clients are responsible for acquainting themselves with up to date health information of the countries being visited and where necessary take the required precautions. We recommend that you check with your doctor prior to departure as this information can change.   You can also visit the travel health website for more information;  Travel Health Spain
Transfer
From Barcelona Airport, the journey to our hotel in Roses takes approximately two hours.
Electrical Appliances
Voltage 230v Travel adaptor type C (EuroPlug) 
WhatsApp Group
Shortly before your holiday, you will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp group to connect with your fellow travellers and your Tour Leader.

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