Walking in Cap de Creus: the land of Dalí 5 stages

from 690€/person
18 km /day 60% Difficulty 5 stages / 6 nights / 7 days
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Highlights

Explore by foot the Northern part of the Costa Brava, walking between charming fishermen's villages and passing by small rocky coves by the Mediterranean Sea.

Follow the steps of the surrealist genius Salvador Dalí: Cadaqués, where he lived, and Figueres, where the museum is.

Discover the most Eastern point of the Iberian Peninsula, with its fascinating and unique landscape drawn by the wind called Tramuntana.

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Hiking route description

The amazing ghostly geological formations of the Cap de Creus Natural Park form amazing coves and beaches.

Cadaqués and El Port de la Selva stand without discussion at the top of the most charming villages in Catalonia.

More inland, in Garriguella and Peralada, you will walk through vineyards and oliveyards of more than 100 years old.

In Figueres, don’t miss the Dalí museum, one of the most visited museums in Spain.

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Must do & must see

Relax on some of the best beaches of the Costa Brava.

Have dinner in one of the restaurants in front of the seaside with fresh seafood.

Taste the delightful seafood specialties of the Mediterranean diet.

Trip Itinerary

Arrival day
In Roses you’ll find coves among rocky cliffs, and places of best natural interest. Worth a visit is La Ciutadella, an example of a Renaissance defensive structure on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
Stage 1: Circular route Roses (14 Km 511m+)
Starting from the sea you will climb to the Puig Alt (492m) discovering an amazing megalithic area. Climbing up we will pass by the dolmen De la Creu d’en Corbatella (3000-2700 years bC) with some menhirs and a bit further the dolmen of El Cap de l’Home. When you reach the sommet (Puig Alt) you will enjoy an amazing view of the Roses gulf. Coming down to Roses you will discover a nice quiet valley with terraces and olive groves.
Stage 2: Roses - Cadaqués (24 Km 616m+)
Today you’ll follow the coastal path, which leads you to discover the roughest part of the Costa Brava, and the most beautiful, for its uniqueness. After the walk, we arrive at Cadaqués, a beautiful white coastal town, surrounded by mountains. This was a favorite spot of both Picasso and Salvador Dalí, who lived and worked in his house here.
Stage 3: Circular route Cadaqués (16 Km 386m+)
Loop walk in the magnificent area of the Cap de Creus, the most eastern point off the peninsula with a beautiful light house. Coming back you will cross an area known as Pla de Tudela and spectacular moon formations with magnificent rocks where Dalí used to get inspired, something inexplicably.
Stage 4: Cadaqués - Port de la Selva (12 Km 356m+)
You’ll leave Cadaqués and head to the North through the heart of the famous Cap de Creus National Park. You will follow a rural trail with beautiful views of the virgin and wild coves. As a spectacular backdrop the Pyrenees will not disappoint you. You’ll arrive in Port de la Selva, where you can have dinner in some of the lovely restaurants.
Stage 5: Port de la Selva - Roses (18 Km 727m+)
The trail leads to the west, and you leave the coast, climbing the mountains towards the magnificent medieval monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes. You start downhill to the sea to arrive at Roses, a fishing and touristic village in front of the sea.
Departure day
Departure from Roses after breakfast.
Map of the walking tour in Cap de Creus

Pricing Chart 2024

Low Season
March 1st - 26th
October 1st - 31st
690€
  • per person in double room B&B
  • Single room supplement
    250€
  • Half board supplement (3 dinners)
    78€
  • Alone traveler supplement
    60€
  • 3rd Adult sharing room
    621€
  • Tourist Tax
    (adults over 16 years old)
    5,00€
  • GPS (5 days)
    Included
Mid Season
March 27th- June 20th
September 1st - 30th
780€
  • per person in double room B&B
  • Single room supplement
    320€
  • Half board supplement (3 dinners)
    78€
  • Alone traveler supplement
    60€
  • 3rd Adult sharing room
    702€
  • Tourist Tax
    (adults over 16 years old)
    5,00€
  • GPS (5 days)
    Included
High Season

June 21st – August 31st
920€
  • per person in double room B&B
  • Single room supplement
    350€
  • Half board supplement (3 dinners)
    78€
  • Alone traveler supplement
    60€
  • 3rd Adult sharing room
    828€
  • Tourist Tax
    (adults over 16 years old)
    5,00€
  • GPS (5 days)
    Included

What's included?

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Self-guided tours

Roadbook and maps.

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General tourist information of the area.

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Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in double room in B&B.

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Luggage transfer

Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel.

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Emergency assistance

Hotline assistance during the trip from 8 am to 8 pm.

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