Top Catalonia Day Trips - page 3

Escape the bustle of Barcelona and head to one of the city’s greatest backyard wonders: Montserrat. Led by your personal guide, you’ll take an hour’s train ride up to the mountain, where you’ll ride a cable car through the jagged mountain range, witness the mountaintop Benedictine abbey, tour a local market, experience a local cheese tasting, and so much more.

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure through Catalonia’s medieval heartlands on this exclusive small-group tour (max 8 people). Start in Girona, where the Barri Vell enchants with cobblestone streets and colorful riverfront houses. Marvel at the Girona Cathedral, cross the Eiffel Bridge, and discover the secrets of the Jewish Quarter. Next, step back in time in Besalú, with its stunning Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià. Delve into the past at the Monastery of Sant Pere and the ancient Jewish Quarter with its rare 12th-century mikvah. Enjoy the charm of picturesque squares and lively medieval festivals. Finish in Castellfollit de la Roca, perched on a breathtaking basalt cliff. Wander narrow streets, admire the Sant Salvador Church, and take in panoramic views over the rivers.

Explore one of the cornerstones of Catalan culture and history on this group tour to Montserrat. See the Montserrat Monastery, home to the famous "Black Madonna," and then follow a guide through the vineyards of Oller del Mas (if option selected). This tour combines culture with local cuisine for a holistic view of Barcelona away from the crowds of the historic center.

Escape the bustle of Barcelona and head to the Montserrat mountain range on a comfortable, air-conditioned bus—no need to book taxis or organize transport. Choose to explore the historic Basilica and Monastery, with optional Black Madonna tickets and Cogwheel Train rides. Afterwards, if upgrade selected, visit a winery in a 10th-century castle, where you can opt to enjoy tapas or a full lunch with premium wine.

Get away from the Barcelona bustle and into the breeze. On this tour, you’ll leave the big city for the Catalan countryside, your first stop the Dalí Museum in Figueres, the artist’s hometown. Then it’s off to Peratallada—a medieval, carved-stone village—and Calella de Palafrugell, a particularly picturesque fishing village in Costa Brava, filled with narrow alleyways, lined with seaside coves, and brimming with adventure.

Explore the Royal Basilica and Monastery of Montserrat on this trip from Barcelona. Travel by coach and cogwheel train to the spectacular, mountainside Benedictine abbey. It’s one of Spain’s most popular pilgrimage sites for its revered "Black Madonna" statue—which you’ll see on your visit, thanks to prebooked tickets. Then, enjoy free time to explore or taste liqueurs, making this one of the most flexible Montserrat tours from Barcelona available. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personal experience and round-trip hotel transfers.

Said to perform miracles, Montserrat Mountain’s Black Madonna draws long lines at most times of day. Get there before the tourist hordes when you book this early-morning tour with round-trip transfers from various central Barcelona pickup points. After you discover the famous statue and the abbey, enjoy free time to explore independently and then take a short, guided hike along a forest path. Return to Barcelona in time for lunch.

Bask in the beauty and history of coastal Catalonia on a small-group day tour from Barcelona. In Tarragona, walk in the footsteps of gladiators and merchants at the UNESCO World Heritage–listed ancient Roman ruins, then explore the bohemian vibe and Modernist architecture of Sitges on a guided tour of the old town. Finish at the popular San Sebastian urban beach in Sitges. Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off are included.

Make exploring beyond Barcelona city limits simple—and journey into the heart of Catalonia's Penedès wine region—on this half-day tasting tour. Accompanied by a guide, visit one of the area’s most esteemed wineries, and discover the rich winemaking traditions that define its many celebrated vintages. Then, cap off the experience when you enjoy a traditional tapas meal, plus a generous wine tasting.

Revel in the incredible mountain scenery of the Pyrenees on this full-day guided tour from Barcelona. Travel through the charming villages of the Pyrenees’ foothills by minivan, then ride a rack railway to Nuria Valley, a vision of green pastures and peaks overlooking a lake. Drink in the setting and crisp air, and enjoy free time to go hiking, horseback riding, or grab lunch at a traditional restaurant (all own expense).

Discover the only trip that arrives at 7:30h in Montserrat. We will set off from Barcelona by van for 7 customers from 6:15h till 6:45h from different pick up points or at your hotel or near by if it's in Eixample area. First we will visit the Abbey and the Black Madonna and we won't be faced with lines to see this fantastic piece of art from the XIIth century. After that, you'll have almost one hour free time till 9:20h. During your free time you can have breakfast, stay inside the Abbey during more time, etc At 9:20h we will go with the van during 15 minutes to another place in Montserrat to do a hiking tour. If you hike with me, we will walk 5,85km / 3,60ml with a positive and negative slope of 277m / 908feet. We can walk more and have more positive gain, but it's not mandatory. We will walk all the time in the path forest (no stairs and not paved path). There won't be any tourists in there, only local people. At 12:40h we’ll go back to Barcelona to arrive at 13:30h

Discover medieval Girona and the Dali Museum in Figueres, where the artist Salvador Dalí was born, on this day trip from Barcelona by air-conditioned coach. With a guide, take a walking tour of Girona’s picturesque Old Town. Learn about the city’s wealth during the Middle Ages and admire the Cathedral and colorful houses huddled along the Onyar River. After free time for lunch, travel to the Dali Museum in Figueres. View the flamboyant, egg-topped exterior of the Dali Theatre-Museum and explore its collection of paintings, sculptures and jewelry.

Enjoy a trip to the most beautiful village on the Costa Brava, walk along a round road and sail with a small boat that enters three caves. You will see the sea from many different places! We will leave Barcelona by van for only 7 participants at 6: 15h to arrive in Tossa de Mar at 7:30h. The first stop will be at a spectacular viewpoint. After visiting a café, we will walk along a coastal path with spectacular views of the Costa Brava to finish visiting the old part of Tossa de Mar, with medieval walls. At 10 am we will sail on a small glass-bottomed boat. The boat will enter three caves and reach Cala Giverola. There you can get off the boat and enjoy that beach as long as you want and return to Tossa whenever you want with another boat. The journey to Giverola takes 40 minutes, the way back to Tossa takes 20 minutes. At 15h we will return to Barcelona to arrive at 16:30h More than 20 years of experience!

Discover the coastal splendor of the Costa Brava region on a full-day trip to Girona and Calella de Palafrugell from Barcelona. Travel through the scenic Catalan countryside, and discover the atmospheric streets of Girona’s medieval Old Town. Admire the flagrant fortresses of Pals, absorb the seaside charm of rural fishing village, Calella de Palafrugell, and admire the dramatic landscapes of Begur, the former home of an ancient castle. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Go wine-tasting in the Emporda wine region without worrying about driving home after on this half-day small-group tasting tour from Girona, which includes transportation so that you won’t need to designate a driver. Sample wine and olive oil while you learn about the region and enjoy a typical Catalan breakfast.

Escape the metropolitan bustle of Barcelona, and head to the rolling green hills of the Catalonian countryside on a full-day wine and cava tour of the Penedés region. With a professional guide, visit three established wineries that showcase premium Catalan cava, and uncover the secrets behind traditional and modern manufacturing processes. Educate your palate to recognize different varieties during tasting sessions, and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Escape Barcelona’s crowded beaches and enjoy soaking up the sun in the historic town of Tossa de Mar, where the beach is flanked by a 12th-century fortress. Get a unique insight into the town's history on a guided walking tour along the fortified perimeter and old town before you relax on the seafront or try watersports.

See the historical and natural highlights of Barcelona and its scenic surroundings on an exhilarating full-day excursion. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, visit legendary landmarks such as La Sagrada Familia and Montjuic Hill, and enjoy a guided walking tour in the most elegant part of the Old City. Venture to Montserrat National Park to enjoy the natural splendor of the scenery, and absorb the sacred ambiance of Montserrat Monastery, the park’s beautiful basilica.

This small-group tour is the perfect way to explore the magnificent Montserrat National Park. Don’t worry about looking up bus schedules from Barcelona—as air-conditioned private transport is included. Once in Montserrat, see the 11th-century Montserrat Abbey, and visit a local farmer’s market. Then, enjoy a scenic horseback ride through the countryside.

Spend time in the great outdoors near Girona on this full-day excursion to Besal and its surroundings. Join a small group and take a guided tour of the medieval and Jewish quarters of Besalu. You also visit two ancient volcanoes with villages built in them as well as Banyoles Lake, where you can enjoy a walk.

Soak up the glorious scenery of the Priorat wine region—and sample some of Spain’s most prestigious wines safely, without having to worry about designating a driver—on this tour from Barcelona, capped at just eight people per tour. Visita to three different top-rated wineries for tastings and tours. To accompany those tastings, you'll also enjoy a delicious, 3-course lunch of Catalan specialties.

Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, two of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, are globally renowned. Ensure admission and avoid long waits before entering—if time slots are even available—with skip-the-line entry during this guided tour. Visit Park Güell before using private transportation to reach La Sagrada Familia, where you can feast your eyes on the spectacular interior. Choose a group tour or upgrade to a private tour with hotel pickup.

Maximize your Barcelona experience with a personalized tour and a local driver. Skipping the slow-moving groups and pre-designed itineraries, you’ll get to call the shots, exploring the city’s best attractions from the comfort of your private ride. Your driver also knows tips and tricks to get you around the city, increasing your leisure time at spots like the Sagrada Familia, the Arc de Triomf, and beyond.

Enhance your Barcelona experience with a day tour of Montserrat and Sitges from the Catalonian capital. Alongside your guide, marvel at the distinctive ridges of the Montserrat mountain and absorb the sacred ambience of the holy monastery. Enjoy an easy hike in the national park with panoramic vistas, and explore the quaint fishing town of Sitges on a guided walking tour. Numbers are capped at eight for a more intimate adventure.