Testimonios
TravelandAdventureGirl2019-09-08Great Cycling Experience in Girona We spent a week cycling in Girona and had the most amazing experience thanks to BikeCat and our incredible (and VERY local) guide Albert. We rented top quality Canyon bikes from them and we were thrilled with the quality. The bikes were set-up to our specs when we arrived so all we had to do was add our pedals and off we went. We chose a private guide experience which allowed us a lot of flexibility. Albert listened to what was important to us and created a unique experience with great variety for every day. We were a little challenging since we wanted to swim most days in addition to riding. Albert provided an opportunity for us to swim in the Mediterranean or a local lake on all of our rides! I have had friends use BikeCat for organized tours and they were also extremely happy with their experience. Most of their business comes through referrals and repeat business which says a lot about what they do.
Mark F2019-07-12Seeing Girona through Bikecat! We fell in love with Girona while cycling all around the area with guides Jaume and Josep. We rode for 5 days that included some great climbs, gorgeous scenery and the beautiful Costa Brava. The Bikecat shop was located in the historic area of the city, with great staff that were very attentive to customer service. The bikes that were provided were top quality and the latest models. Very comfortable to ride. We will go back again and definitely utilize the services of the Bikecat staff. We highly recommend Bikecat for any cycling adventure!
Inspiration6101112018-11-02Priorat Wine Tour Oct 2018 This was an absolutely incredible tour/trip. It was exceptionally well laid out, with a warm-up ride on Day 0, a relatively light ride on Day 1, and then lots of riding for the rest of the trip, averaging over 1100m of ascents daily. The views, landscape, riding conditions, support, food, etc. were all really fantastic. Jaume, Albert, Bernat and Jordi all took exceptional care of our group of 12 angry men (of varying abilities) to make it enjoyable for all. Paired with Michael Barry from Mariposa in Toronto--who adds a whole other dimension in terms of expertise, knowledge, and interest--it made for a really exceptional week. When I came back, I kept telling people that this was one of the best trips I've ever had. It does not surprise me at all that all 70 prior reviews were 5/5. I would also add that having meals included made it all very predictable. Giving us a couple of excluded meals was totally fine--it allowed us to go on our own if we wanted. A total treasure.
calgarysteve20182018-10-06Priorat Wine Tour with Bikecat (Much more than Wine!) I just completed my first Bikecat tour with 7 pals from Calgary. It was my first bike trip of this kind and I was a little nervous about my ability to keep up. The tour was challenging, but very rewarding and the Bikecat guys (Jaume, Albert ans Bernat) were there to help at all times (including a quick fix when I had a flat tire). The biking experience exceeded all of my expectations. Travelling through towns and countryside dripping with history (and vines) was a thrill. We burned about 4000 calories a day, and we all got stronger as the trip wore on. Truth be told, we all probably would have come home stronger and lighter except that the food and wine were exceptional and we fully indulged :) Our trip included accommodation and most of our meals, so there was minimal extra expense and no ugly surprises. Riding out of multiple town sites made every ride a completely different experience, including vineyards, mountain passes, cliff side villages, monasteries, and beaches. The last night in Barcelona was also a treat! Can’t wait to see the Bikecat guys again. I would do this trip with Family, couples or another guys trip. Regardless of the group, I know we’d be in good hands. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Thank you Bikecat :)
Bob S2018-09-30Six Day Wine Tour - Awesome! We (group of 8 fun loving riders from Calgary) spent 7 days in the Priorat wine region with Jaume and his team (Albert and Bernat were his other guides). This was our second tour with BikeCat (did Girona 6 years ago). The “wine tour” was a fantastic experience: the riding was epic (Road quality was fantastic, topography was awesome, traffic was minimal and scenery was exceptional). We did about 85K a day with about 1,500M of climbing - demanding but not crushing - and really enjoyed the rides. We rode out of three towns so saw lots of variety - ended the tour with two nights in Sitges on the Mediteranian so enjoyed some beach time as well. We were incredibly well hosted by Jaume, Albert and Bernat - they really know the area and are super nice people (and awsome riders). Bikecat included bfast, lunch and 4 dinners on a 6 day tour - food was exceptional and hotels were very good. We like to enjoy ourselves in the evenings and there was ample opportunity for fun and games after the rides. Can’t say enough good things about Jaume and the BikeCat Crew. We will be back!
Jake H2018-08-14Incredible trip and highly recommended! We came to Girona for 3 days of cycling. Bikecat was absolutely a gem. They organized beautiful rides every day. Their owner and guides are friendly, accommodating and very responsive. They also rented great bikes. This was one of our top vacations and I highly recommend using Bikecat and riding in Girona!John_DN6549KQ2018-07-22TransPyrenees Bike Tour: Beautiful Roads, Excellent Support & Unforgettable Adventure Bikecat designed, coordinated and supported a fabulous bike trip that traversed the Pyrenees. The cycling was epic; the food delicious; and the support seamless and gracious. I have been on numerous bike trips and this was one of the best. Jaume & Albert saw to every detail and selected great places to stay and ride. The scenery was stunning. We had several rides with Bikecat the previous year when visiting Girona so they knew what we were capable of and that we liked challenges. They delivered with some great climbs and little traveled roads. Great trip: thank you Jaume and Albert!
tmallett20182018-06-08Bikecat is the best in Girona! If you want to have the true Catalan cycling experience, I highly recommend Bikecat. I have been on three tours organized by Bikecat . Each was flawlessly executed by a team of true professionals. This is not an "off the shelf" tour operator. Each tour is tailored to the experience and interest of the group. Jaume and his team are simply the best.
Andrew M2017-09-24epic cycling out of girona! A perfect experience of the front ring, the back ring and the suffeRING! The city, and its proximity to country side cycling are unparalleled. Add to this a wonderful and knowledgeable guide like Albert who can judge your abilities and adjust accordingly and you have the ultimate cycling trip. Highly recommended - I will be back for sure!
rbp712017-07-25Perfect location for bicycling with excellent guides and equipment Just got back from a vacation to Spain. We ended up in Barcelona and, knowing Girona, a proverbial bicycling mecca, was not too far away, I did some research on cycling there. All my research kept coming back to Bikecat. They are locally owned and operated and worked with me to fit in a ride of my choice on my schedule. Following some email exchanges on details, I hopped a train to Girona and walked to the shop where I met my guide, Albert. He had my Canyon bicycle (a treat for me since they are not yet for sale in the USA) ready and off we went. What a fantastic setting in which to ride. If you are near Girona and have time for a ride, you absolutely must call Bikecat. They are well versed in accommodating all caliber of riders and terrain. Not only did I get in an excellent workout in the mountains, but I got a history lesson along the way with a cafe espresso in a 17th century village. I will be back!
¡Qué recorrido tan increíble! Todos ustedes fueron unos anfitriones estupendos y cuidaron cada detalle. ¡Un viaje único en la vida y recuerdos que me llevaré para siempre!
¡Solo quería agradecerles nuevamente por una gira absolutamente increíble! Junto con el resto del equipo de Bikecat, realmente habéis creado una experiencia única en la vida. A medida que el recorrido se desarrollaba ante nosotros cada día, cada aspecto y detalle era perfecto. Desde que lo conocimos por primera vez en el aeropuerto y recibimos nuestras guías de la semana, quedé realmente impresionado. Los hoteles, la comida, los paseos… no hay nada que haría diferente. Lo más importante es que la hospitalidad suya y de su equipo fue de primera categoría. Sois un gran grupo de chicos y juntos aportasteis ese ingrediente especial que hizo que el viaje fuera único y especial. ¡Mi único deseo es que podamos montar juntos más a menudo! Seguramente volveremos otra vez, ¡espero que sea pronto!
Stefan Baerg – Mariposa Cycling Tour: Pyrenees to Girona Tour with Michael Barry, September 2016
Fue una semana extraordinaria y todavía estoy repitiendo esos fantásticos recorridos en mi cabeza. Les agradecemos a todos por brindarnos una experiencia tan maravillosa. Estoy segura de que volveré a Girona pronto
Tener a Michael Barry viajando con nosotros hizo que todo fuera perfecto con sus muchos años recorriendo la región y sus historias de vida como ciclista profesional. Andar en las carreteras en las que él entrenó durante muchos años fue una experiencia maravillosa y estoy listo para hacerlo todo de nuevo. Le he estado contando a cualquiera que quisiera escuchar lo maravillosa que es Cataluña, su gente, el campo, la comida, los Bikecats.
Gracias nuevamente por hacer de esta una gran experiencia para nosotros
David Harper – La Ruta Mar I Muntanya con Michael Barry – Septiembre 2016
Muchas gracias por las estupendas fotos. La semana fue una de las mejores de mi vida. Realmente aprecio todo lo que hiciste y todo el apoyo que me brindaste en el camino. A continuación se muestra una reseña que puede publicar si así lo desea.
Acabo de terminar un viaje en bicicleta de 7 días con BikeCat. Este viaje fue realmente excepcional. Como miembro del personal de una empresa de cicloturismo, soy muy consciente de lo que se necesita para realizar un recorrido en bicicleta exitoso: planificación, atención al detalle antes y durante el recorrido, comunicación con los ciclistas antes del viaje, apoyo en la carretera, brindar calidad. alojamiento en hotel, establecimiento de rutas, comidas de alta calidad y personal de apoyo que comprenda las necesidades individuales de los pasajeros. BikeCat superó mis expectativas en todas estas áreas. Me proporcionaron un alquiler de bicicletas de alta calidad que alivió la necesidad de arrastrarla por los aeropuertos. Me sorprendió cómo proporcionaron rutas y apoyo a nuestro grupo, que incluía ciclistas de muy diferentes niveles de habilidad. Todos nos sentimos apoyados y cómodos con las distancias y la dificultad de los paseos. El personal me apoyó muchísimo en mi falta de fiestas electrónicas tanto en el ascenso como en el descenso. Me hicieron sentir cómodo y me brindaron entrenamiento técnico individual. Para colmo de la experiencia, el Hotel Historic fue un excelente lugar para hospedarse y nos presentaron una verdadera variedad de cocina española.
Jan Lewis – Runaways Road Trip to Girona – October 2016
Nos gustaría agradecer a cada uno de ustedes y a sus empresas por unirse para crear una experiencia de conducción y turismo tan increíblemente única. Su arduo trabajo, profesionalismo, atención al detalle, bicicletas, ser gente de calidad, alegría, apertura, sinceridad, planificación de rutas, hoteles y experiencias gastronómicas únicas lo colocan muy por encima de todos los demás operadores turísticos. Lo más importante es que apreciamos sinceramente el interés genuino, la amabilidad y el cuidado de cada uno de ustedes por cada uno de nosotros. Siempre serás conocido por cada uno de nosotros como amigos. ¡Bien hecho! ¡Gracias a cada uno de ustedes por hacer que cada uno de nuestros viajes sea excepcional y esté lleno de recuerdos increíbles para toda la vida!
Sidney Stacey
Un tiempo extraordinario en un hermoso lugar. Ustedes son los mejores. Mis mejores deseos y espero volver.
Mark Grant
¡Gracias por una semana increíble! Recordaré esto para siempre.
James Peters
Mis piernas están cansadas – ¡pero mi espíritu está lleno!
Alan Jette
Chicos, otro gran viaje. Su espíritu, entusiasmo y profesionalismo son incomparables.
Los ocho pirenaicos – Pirineos a Girona con Michael Barry – Septiembre 2016
Hicimos un recorrido personalizado para cinco ciclistas con una variedad de habilidades e intereses.. Nos recibieron con un libro de tapa dura que detallaba en imágenes y palabras nuestros planes de viaje propuestos para la semana.
Bikecat brindó un apoyo increíble, planificó rutas que coincidían con los ciclistas y de alguna manera mágicamente nos reunimos al mismo tiempo en un lugar designado para almorzar. Casi siempre teníamos una furgoneta de apoyo cerca y dos guías que nos acompañaban, que nos animaban, nos daban consejos sobre ciclismo y nos explicaban los puntos de referencia o costumbres locales. La comida era excelente, aunque más de la que debería haber consumido. El Hotel Historic era una joya, un edificio restaurado que data de la época romana. Cuando doblamos una esquina en el vestíbulo de paredes de piedra, sentí que era igualmente probable que viera a un ciclista o a un centurión romano. Bikecat solicitó medidas detalladas con anticipación para que las bicicletas de alquiler coincidieran con las joyas que dejamos en casa. El ajuste de la bicicleta fue perfecto. Me asombró que la bicicleta fuera una bicicleta del equipo Garmin que anteriormente usaba el ciclista del Tour de Francia Tim Duggan: una bicicleta muy, muy agradable, pero su ciclista de la semana necesita mucho trabajo.
Marlene – Vuelta Ciclista a Girona – Octubre 2015
Como prometí, escribí un artículo relacionado con Bikecat y el tiempo que pasamos con usted. Ojalá exprese las maravillosas vacaciones que disfrutamos Duncan y yo. Acaba de ser publicado por Headset Press: Headsetpress
Chris – Tour de fin de semana en Girona – Abril 2016