Silversea Luxury Cruises A PALAMOS

Experience the scenic splendour of the Costa Brave in a unique new way during this memorable sightseeing excursion via mountain bike.

Depart the pier for the approximately 30-minute drive to Llagostera. Upon arrival, receive your safety instructions and helmet, then commence your bicycle tour.

Ride from Llagostera through the Vall d'Aro along the Greenway’s ‘El Carrilet’. For decades, the Girona people used this track to reach the coast. The connection, based on a steam motor, was in use until 1950. Today, it serves as a lovely bicycle path with beautiful landscapes and cultural sights. The old train stations are still well-maintained, and some of them serve as museums, civic centres, etc.

Your bicycle tour concludes at Sant Feliu de Guíxols, which features a magnificent port and ancient monastery. Following a refreshment stop and some free time to explore the area, re-board your coach for the approximately 45-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity, and is recommended for guests in good physical condition. This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Bicycles and helmets are provided.

Explore the surreal creations of acclaimed artist Salvador Dalí during this half-day outing to the Dalí Theatre-Museum.

Depart the pier for the approximately 45-minute drive to Figueres, located approximately 37 miles (about 60 kilometres) northwest of Palamos. Upon arrival, proceed for a visit to the Dalí Theatre-Museum.

Established in 1974, the Dalí Theatre-Museum sits atop the remains of the former Theatre of Figueres and contains a broad spectrum of works covering his career. Some of the most outstanding works on exhibit here include Port Alguer, The Spectrum of Sex Appeal, Soft Self-Portrait with Fried Bacon, Poetry from America, the Cosmic Athletes, Galarina, The Bread Basket, Atomic Leda and Galatea of the Spheres.

Dalí helped conceive and construct the museum for over a decade while he was alive. The result is a breathtaking monument to his vision and creativity. In addition to canvas and sculptures, the theatre now houses the Dalí Jewels collection.

This exhibit includes 37 baubles in gold and precious stones from the old Owen Cheatham collection, and 27 drawings and paintings on paper that Salvador made while designing them. All of the pieces in the collection are unique, and feature an innovative combination of materials, dimensions and shapes. Gold, platinum, precious stones, pearls, coral, and other materials were combined to form hearts, lips, eyes, plant and animal forms, religious and mythological symbols, and anthropomorphic forms.

Following your museum visit, some free time is made available to browse the museum shoppe, or ‘Ramblas’, the commercial shopping area, before re-boarding the coach for the approximately 45-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking. The museum is located in the ruins of a former theatre, and there are no lifts or elevators available to access the museum’s several floors. As a result, this tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. No flash photography is permitted in the museum.

Experience a wide array of Medieval and modern-day treasures during this memorable excursion to Girona, and a visit to the Dalí Theatre-Museum.

Depart the pier in Palamos for the approximately 45-minute drive inland to Girona.

Girona
Girona is situated in the valley of the Ter at the confluence of four rivers. Ancient buildings dominate the historic centre of Girona, reminders of the Romans, Arabs and Jews that lived here centuries ago. Upon arrival, commence your walking tour of the Medieval city centre and Jewish Quarter.

Cathedral of Girona
Next, a visit is made to the Gothic-style Cathedral of Girona. An impressive, Baroque-style staircase of 90 steps was erected in the 17th century, and leads to the front of the cathedral. Its design consists of an immense, 75-foot (23 metres) Gothic revival nave, the largest of its kind in existence today. The cathedral’s Romanesque origin is reflected in its walled enclosure, fortress-like appearance and strategic location. Inside, see valuable treasures that include jewels, old bibles, codices with finely-detailed miniatures, and a marvellous tapestry dating from the 11th century.

Afterward, some free time is made available to have lunch on your own and browse the commercial shopping area, or ‘Ramblas’, before re-boarding your coach for the brief drive to Figueres and a visit to the Dalí Theatre-Museum.

Dalí Theatre-Museum
Established in 1974, the Dalí Theatre-Museum sits atop the remains of the former Theatre of Figueres and contains a broad spectrum of works covering his career. Some of the most outstanding works on exhibit here include Port Alguer, The Spectrum of Sex Appeal, Soft Self-Portrait with Fried Bacon, Poetry from America, the Cosmic Athletes, Galarina, The Bread Basket, Atomic Leda and Galatea of the Spheres.

Following your museum visit, some free time is made available to browse the museum shoppe, or ‘Ramblas’, the commercial shopping area, before re-boarding the coach for the approximately 45-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking. The museum is located in the ruins of a former theatre, and there are no lifts or elevators available to access the museum’s several floors. As a result, this tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. No flash photography is permitted in the museum. Due to time constraints, the Dalí Jewel exhibit is not included in the museum visit. The city centre of Girona is explored on-foot.

Embrace the Medieval charm and architecture of Girona during a scenic, half-day excursion to this historic ‘City of the Four Rivers’.

Depart the pier in Palamos for the approximately 45-minute drive inland to Girona.

Girona
Girona is situated in the valley of the Ter at the confluence of four rivers. Ancient buildings dominate the historic centre of Girona, reminders of the Romans, Arabs and Jews that lived here centuries ago. Upon arrival, commence your walking tour of the Medieval city centre and Jewish Quarter.

Cathedral of Girona
Next, a visit is made to the Gothic-style Cathedral of Girona. An impressive, Baroque-style staircase of 90 steps was erected in the 17th century, and leads to the front of the cathedral. Its design consists of an immense, 75-foot (23 metres) Gothic revival nave, the largest of its kind in existence today. The cathedral’s Romanesque origin is reflected in its walled enclosure, fortress-like appearance and strategic location. Inside, see valuable treasures that include jewels, old bibles, codices with finely-detailed miniatures, and a marvellous tapestry dating from the 11th century.

Arab Baths
Next, visit the 12th-century Arab baths located nearby. In reality, they are Christian baths built in the Arab style. Fully-restored with beautiful pergolas and cupolas, they are the only baths discovered to date from Medieval Christian Spain.

Following your visit, some free time is made available to browse the commercial shopping area, or ‘Ramblas’, before re-boarding your coach for the approximately 45-minute return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking over uneven pathways, with stairs to negotiate.