Top Activities on the Ground in Spain - page 3

Cover more Seville sights in less time on a bike tour that saves you the hassle of finding somewhere to park. As well as providing a stress-free way to orient yourself, this tour stops are multiple top attractions and provides recommendations to last your entire trip.

Head away from the tourist trail and into the Nature Reserve of El Torcal to discover some of Spain’s most unspoiled landscapes. With a private guide at your side, you’ll hike around the trails, discovering the abundance of flora and fauna. For your convenience, a round-trip shuttle service is also included between Antequera city and the reserve.

Discover Seville on this 3-hour bike tour that will show you the most beautiful places in Seville. See all the highlights the city has to offer along with a professional Guide. Drive through Triana, past the old tobacco factory, Cathedral & Real Alcázar (panoramic) and Plaza de España, while listening to all the historical stories and legends our guides have to tell. During the tour there is every opportunity to ask questions and the Guide can give tips on the best restaurants, tapas bars, activities, nightlife, etc.

Make a pilgrimage to Montserrat Monastery, one of Spain's key religious sites, during this guided visit. Scale Montserrat Mountain by your choice of cogwheel train or cable car, enjoying striking vistas of the mountain's surreal rock formations. Then visit the Benedictine abbey and the Basilica de Montserrat, to view La Moreneta (the Black Madonna). Your tour includes coach transport and free time to sample the monastery’s liqueurs.

Make a pilgrimage to the mystical mountaintop retreat of Montserrat during this small group or private tour from Barcelona. The small-group option allows you to save money, while the private tour keeps you away from others outside your private group. Explore this nearly 1,000-year-old Benedictine Monastery complex set high above Catalonia. A guide, basilica entrance fee, private transport, and hotel transfers are included.

Visitors coming to Madrid for the first time will enjoy this two-hour tour in an electric tuk-tuk. See more in no time than on a walking tour while enjoying a more personal experience than on a bus tour. Stop by a number of must-see places in Madrid and enjoy the views while watching places you may want to return to later to explore more deeply.

Cycle through Seville’s medieval streets without getting lost on a guided bike tour. See more of the city’s landmarks than you would on foot, and enjoy the flexibility to stop often for photos. Peddle along a bike-friendly route that takes you past highlights including Maria Luisa Park, Torre del Oro, the Seville Cathedral, and the Royal Alcazar. Learn about Seville’s rich history and local lifestyle as you pedal.

After dark, Barcelona comes to life. Lose yourself in the history, flavors, and culture on this small-group food and walking tour, all capped off with a live flamenco show in the city’s Gothic Quarter. Explore highlights of the Old Town safely at night, then taste traditional Catalonian dishes and drinks that you might overlook if alone. Then, complete the two-in-one experience with one of Spain's cultural treasures: a live flamenco show at an authentic tablao theater.

Discover the highlights of Valencia by bicycle and cover more ground than is possible on foot while accessing places buses cannot reach. Pedal through the city center toward the Túria garden before heading for the famed City of Arts and Sciences. Along the way you'll see spectacular architecture, from the Gothic Valencia Cathedral to the contemporary L'Hemisfèric.

Step inside La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona on this guided tour. Learn from your guide about the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, whose Barcelona masterworks hold UNESCO World Heritage status. Stroll among columns as large as trees, admire the lavish decoration, and view the colorful stained-glass windows. Upgrade to enjoy spectacular views from one of the towers or transform your experience with a private guide.

Journey to a monastery hidden among the peaks of Catalonia's Montserrat mountain. Visit the Church of Santa Maria de Montserrat to see 'La Moreneta,' also known as the 'Black Madonna,' and hear the Children’s Choir of Montserrat, before hiking to a scenic viewpoint. Choose from a private tour with round-trip hotel transfers or a small-group tour with transfers from a central meeting point.

Visit the highlights of San Sebastian in a short amount of time on this guided bike tour. Cruise around the easy-to-bike city with a guide, stopping at more than 7 hotspots, including three beaches. This tour departs from a centrally located location at two convenient times, offering you some flexibility.

Tuck into tasty tapas and traditional wines on this gastronomic tour of Barcelona. Get the inside scoop on Barcelona’s food scene from a local guide and stop along the way to dine at the city’s best tapas bars. At each restaurant, sample an array of delicious Catalan dishes and regional wines. You can choose between a lunch, afternoon, or evening tour and upgrade to include a flamenco show.

Plenty of gems lie beyond Barcelona, but exploring them without your own car is difficult. Combine two top attractions in one on this private full-day tour that includes Montserrat and a cava winery. Spend your morning exploring the mountaintop monastery of Montserrat, then head to the Penedes region to learn about cava production and sample its produce paired with tapas and snacks.

Glide around Barcelona’s most alluring attractions on an electric bike tour led by a local guide. Enjoy the ease of riding a speedy electric bike as your guide takes you to landmarks such as La Sagrada Familia. Select from three different itineraries according to your interests, and gain fascinating insights into the culture of Catalonia’s vibrant capital. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere and personalized attention on this small-group tour.

Hit the streets of Barcelona on a Segway tour. Traveling by Segway means that you'll get between major points of interest quickly, ensuring that you see more of the city in less time. Visit the Olympic Port, the Gothic Quarter, El Cap de Barcelona, and more while learning about the city from your guide.

Pedal your way around Cadiz for a relaxed guided tour, which includes the use of a bike and helmet. You can focus on taking in the scenery and learning about the city while your guide navigates and points out all the top attractions. Make stops along the leisurely route to snap frame-worthy photos and enjoy the atmosphere.

Escape the city for a day in the mountains on this tour from Barcelona to the famous peak of Montserrat Mountain. Spend time exploring the stunning Montserrat monastery, atrium, and basilica perched on the mountaintop. Soak up the scenery on a dramatic cable car ride to one of the Montserrat top viewpoints, and then embark on an easy hike along the mountainside.

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.

Barcelona is the gastronomic center of Catalonia and this food, wine, and cava tasting tour offers the perfect introduction. Explore two vibrant neighborhoods—Sant Antoni and Poble Sec—and immerse yourself in Barcelona’s Mediterranean culinary heritage. A professional sommelier guides your group of up to eight through the countless flavors of wine and cava, perfectly paired with mouthwatering tapas and regional delicacies.

Cycle from Valencia city to the beach on this small-group bike tour. Your guide will lead the way, which means you can focus on the scenery and pedaling. End up at the beach for a drink and a snack while discussing Valencian culture and history and asking any questions. A small group of just ten people gives you plenty of personalized attention.

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.

Spend a great half day cycling around Bilbao, learning all about the city’s highlights from your guide. Either join a small group,or take this tour privately. You’ll stop at several places today, including architectural sites, the Guggenheim, parks, government buildings, the Maritime Museum, City Hall, La Ribera Market, and then finish up where you started.

Escape the crowds of Barcelona for one of the city’s most relaxing-yet-adventurous day trips: hiking and horseback-riding the spectacularly beautiful Montserrat, Catalonia’s signature mountain and a spectacular national park. You’ll hike along a Romanesque hermitage route, your guide helping you discover the area’s wildlife, flora, history, and more. Arriving at a local ranch, you’ll end with some four-hoofed R&R in the Montserrat countryside, surrounded by exquisite mountain views.