Calella - Costa Maresme

What could be better than a week of sea, sand and sunshine on in Calella on Spain's glorious Costa Maresme - the perfect place to relax and unwind! Enjoy the golden sandy beach lined by a pleasant promenade, the sparkling blue Med, plenty of cafes and restaurants and lively Calella itself with its blend of old and new, offering plenty of attractions, shops and an historic old quarter to keep you busy should you tire of the sun and sea! To help you see more of the region, your holiday includes sightseeing excursions to ever popular Barcelona and historic Girona as well as an optional visit to charming Besalu.Holiday Highlights
- Hotel for 6 nights in Calella with breakfast & dinner- Wine & water included with dinner in Spain- Welcome Cocktail- Farewell aperitif & tapas before dinner one night- Porterage in Spain- Overnight hotel for 2 nights with breakfast- Two included excursions as stated- Full day visits to Barcelona & Girona

Your Itinerary
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, travel to Dover for the short ferry crossing to Calais. Continue along the autoroutes of France to your overnight hotel near Dijon. BBnnDay 2 - After breakfast, continue through France crossing over the Pyrenees and over the border at Perpignan arriving early evening at Calella for your 6-night stay DBB with wine & water included with dinner each nightnnDay 3 - 7 - At leisure in Calella with TWO INCLUDED excursionsnnINCLUDED EXCURSIONSnBarcelonanTravel to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia. Steeped in history and tradition, culture and the arts flourish in Barcelona and there are many examples of the distinctive style of Gaudi, Spain's most famous architect. You'll find magnificent architecture and excellent shopping in the famous Ramblas. Colourful flower stalls and street entertainers abound, adding to the city's unique character.nnGirona -TuesdaynNorthern Catalonia's largest city, Girona is a jewellery box of museums, galleries and Gothic churches, strung around a web of cobbled lanes and medieval walls. Reflections of Modernista mansions shimmer in the Riu Onyar, which separates the walkable historic centre on its eastern bank from the gleaming commercial centre on the west. Pick up some Catalonian treats at the fabulous street market! Returning to Calella late afternoon.nnOPTIONAL EXCURSIONnBesalu - Half DaynA historic gem, full to the brim with character, Besalu is a magnificent example of a medieval town. Cobbled streets and facades and a wonderful bridge are the trademarks of Besalu.The stone, bricks and cobbles that make up this historic town have been there for hundreds of years and the impressive architecture draws visitors from far and wide. Situated in the La Garrotxa region in the province of Girona, Besalú is a haven for history buffs, who flock in huge numbers to admire the many constructions and facades representing Romanesque, Gothic and medieval influences.nnDay 8 - Retrace your steps through France, stopping for lunch opportunities en-route before continuing to your overnight hotel near Dijon. BBnnDay 9 - After breakfast, continue through France to Calais for your return to England.5* Kaktus Playa Hotel, Calella
This modern 5* hotel is in an excellent location just a short 2 minute walk from the beach and 5 minutes from the centre. All guestrooms are bright and comfortable with air conditioning, hair dryer, WiFi, private facilities, tea / coffee making facilities and balcony. There are indoor and outdoor pools with pool bar, sun terrace, lounge, spa facilities, lift and 24 hour reception. The Bahari Beach Club is located on Garbí Beach, jjust 200 metres from the door of the hotel, and has a bar-restaurant area open from morning until dawn, where you can sample typical dishes of regional cuisine, tapas, snacks, cocktails and drinks. A small fee applies for beach sun loungers & umbrellas as does access to the Kaktus Sky Lounge on the 8th floor, There are two bars and a buffet restaurant.nSupplement applies for seaview rooms (on request & subject to availability)nhttps://www.hotelkaktusplaya.es