The Hotel breakfast is good but just grab a quick coffee and something light to hold you over because our guides want you to taste a real Catalan trait not far away. From there it's into the mountains on a crazy route with lots of curves and little traffic. We've got a photo stop, a coffee stop and a special lunch spot planned. Our local guides know where all the radar spots are and will alert you on your radio. We usually ride in two groups separated by desired speed but as we always say "If you're pushing hard to keep up...DON'T" just let your guide know to hold up a bit at the next intersection. This tour is for fun... and crashes are no fun for anyone. Our destination is the resort town and regional capital of Puigcerdá and you'll have to practice with your guide to pronounce it right. This is our home for the next two nights so get comfortable. We've got some dinner options for you tonight, lets see what tempts you.

This morning we immediately head for the mountain passes. We'll stop for some pictures at Coll de la Crueta and in Saldes. Our local connections will make sure a rather special motorcycle museum is open for us before we head to lunch  in the old city streets of Cardona, home to  Catalunya's most important old castle. Don't get too full, we've got a special snack spot this afternoon. We return again to Puigcerdá by way of twists and curves up over the Collada de Toses pass and back to our mountain home. Dinner choices abound, let's see what our local guides suggest.

We are heading to the coast today. After breakfast we'll do the Collada de Toses in the other direction then pick up some speedy sweepers to Ripoll. We'll grab some photos in the Volcanic Park of Garrotxa and keep the curves coming on the way to lunch. Lunch is a special spot off the beaten path but the chef goes all out. We finish with a run of curves along Montseny, a requirement for any rider who calls themselves Catalan. There's a few photo spots along the way. Our hotel is in the resort town of  Platja d'Aro on a rocky promontory above the sea with wide beaches on either side. It's a special place locals from Barcelona escape to and it's our home for the next two nights. This is a resort town so there's lots of dining options tonight.

Today is another fun day of amazing curves but if you want to just relax on the beach, that's also an option. Today we ride down the iconic Costa Brava to Tosa De Mar before climbing the mountains once again. By now you should really be understanding why this region churns out so many pro riders. These are the roads that fill the weekends of all local riders.  We stop again at a special lunch spot hidden on a back country road only local riders know. This place churns out Canelons, Croquettes and other tasty staples of Catalan fare for restaurants and delivery but if you know where to go, you can get these handmade delicacies right from the source. We'll take a different run along Montseny because that mountain just grows great motorcycling roads. Then we'll return to the Costa Brava so you can get the view from the lane next to the sea cliffs. So many choices for dinner lets meet for drinks above the sea and make a plan.

You didn't think we were going to take the highway did you? Oh no, we are up over a mountain pass on our way to an incredible vista high in the mountains. A great lunch in the old village of Mura and we are on to another mountain pass. We'll grab some photos before descending into fast sweepers on our way back to Montmeló. We'll get the street bikes returned and prepare for an early night because we are starting our track days at Circuit de Catalunya tomorrow.

It’s time to do your first day on this famed circuit. We are here to do more than just ride, we are here go home better track riders. You will be assigned a coach who will follow and occasionally video your progress. Today it’s about learning the lines of this circuit. You also are getting used to the new BMW S1000RR. If you've never ridden a bike with wings before get ready for a treat of that front end feel and confidence. The track surface is excellent and the facilities are top notch. Take a moment to realize you are actually here, at this legendary circuit.

The shuttle van and luggage van will get you to the circuit on time again. Your gear will be waiting for you in the garage boxes from yesterday. Expect some hot temperatures so your included custom VnM Sport top is going to come in handy. Follow the advice to drink plenty of water or you will get mentally fuzzy. Today it’s about boosting your speed and braking earlier but softer.

It’s time to put it all together with some interesting body position strategies. Your lap times are dropping and your speeds are rising. You are starting to get a glimpse of what it’s like to ride this course like the pros do. Tonight we celebrate with a fine meal in Montmeló. We've got a suprise for you too.

If you didn't do it before the tour we recommend spending a few extra days in Barcelona. The shuttle van and luggage van stands ready to take you to the airport or your next hotel. Please arrange the schedule before hand so we can make sure everyone gets to their flights on time. We've put a lot into this tour to give you an authentic Catalan experience, hopefully you know understand why this is one of the regions that consistently produces champions. See you on your next "Escape".